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Raheen-a-Cluig Church

The Fort of the Bells

Unguided sites

Newcourt
Wicklow

Raheen-a-Cluig Church

The Fort of the Bells

Unguided sites

Newcourt
Wicklow

Notice

Raheen-a-Cluig is a National Monument in state guardianship

*Please note the walk to this monument is overgrown and uphill*

WARNING: It should be noted that these sites are unguided and a level of care and caution should be maintained during all stages of your visit. The Office Of Public Works (OPW) will not be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that occur

Raheen-a-Cluig Church

The ruins of this small 12th or 13th century church lies on the northern slopes of Bray Head, with spectacular views overlooking the Irish Sea.

The remains of a door and round-headed windows can still be seen today.

The name of the site means ‘the church or fort of the bells’.

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This national monument is protected in accordance with the National Monuments Acts 1930 to 2014

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