Abbeys & priories · Northern Ireland
Convent of Mercy
In or near Newry.
Convent of Mercy in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Newry · 3.0 km
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Convent of Mercy is a monastery or religious house in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, founded around 1819. Britain's monastic foundations include Cistercian, Benedictine, Carthusian and Celtic-monastic sites, many ruined since the 1530s Dissolution.
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Place summary
The Convent of Mercy is an abbey located in Northern Ireland, established in 1819. It is known for its historical significance and connection to the Mercy congregation, which focuses on education and social services.
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- Coordinates
- 54.1676, -6.3341
- District
- Newry, Mourne and Down
- Postcode
- BT34 2DL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newry and Armagh
- Established
- 1819
- Nearest railway station
- Newry — 3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17861689 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Convent of Mercy?
- Convent of Mercy is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT34 2DL).
- What is Convent of Mercy?
- Convent of Mercy in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Convent of Mercy?
- The nearest railway station is Newry, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT34 2DL.
- When was Convent of Mercy built?
- Built or established in 1819.
- How do I get to Convent of Mercy?
- The nearest railway station is Newry, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT34 2DL.