The earliest cathedral was built here at the beginning of the 13th century by John St John, Bishop of Ferns between 1223-1243. The principal remains consist of fragments of the two side walls of the chancel of the 13th century cathedral, which was quite unusual in having a series of closely set windows. Much of the original cathedral has been lost or incorporated into the present Church of Ireland cathedral…
Source: National Monuments Service – Monuments to Visit (CC BY 4.0) · Ref WX015-003003-
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