From the Fitzpatrick castle that guarded the pass into Munster to a 6th-century monastic site founded by St Molua, this trail covers the deep history behind a small Laois village. Looking for things to do in Borris-in-Ossory? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
Borris-in-Ossory Castle
Clonfertmulloe (Old Kyle) Monastic Site
St Mark's Church (Church of Ireland)
Ballaghmore Castle
For Schools
This trail is also available as a free printable classroom worksheet or full trail booklet — no site visit required. See how Classroom Prep Mode works →