Abbey of St Thomas the Martyr

An archaeological assessment at 2-5 Meath Market, South Earl Street (beside HI’s offices) has uncovered substantial structures of archaeological significance, which appear to be the remains of the medieval Abbey of St Thomas the Martyr. The abbey, later known as Thomas Court, was founded in March 1177 by William fitz Audelin, a deputy and kinsman ... Read more

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