The Heart of Kylemore

When our Benedictine community arrived in Connemara from Ypres in
1920, it was the founding mission of the nuns to build a monastic life at the heart of Kylemore. Together they have lived, worked and prayed in the grounds of the abbey for over a century, sharing their contemplative way of life – and Benedictine values of love, hospitality and stewardship – with the Kylemore community far and wide.
All of these years later and this founding mission and commitment to their values has culminated in the completion of the first female Benedictine monastery to be built in Ireland for 400 years. There, at last, we are delighted to welcome others to share in our culture of faith, community and spirituality at Kylemore. Sometimes all it takes is a single vision of a few dedicated women – and the support of a global community, rich in talent – to build a legacy that will resonate for generations to come.
Welcome to the future of Kylemore Abbey.