Ferns Castle, raised by William Marshal on the former seat of Diarmait Mac Murchada, St Edan's Cathedral where Strongbow is traditionally said to be buried, the high crosses of the old churchyard, and the ruins of St Mary's Abbey holding Mac Murchada's own traditional grave marker — 4 stops through the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Leinster. Looking for things to do in Ferns? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
Ferns Castle
St Edan's Cathedral
The High Crosses of Ferns
St Mary's Abbey & the Grave of Diarmait Mac Murchada
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