Historical society appeals for funds to restore 13th century abbey in East Cork

The preservation of the Augustinian Canon Abbey is being organised by Carrigtwohill & District Historical Society

The Augustinian Canon Abbey in Carrigtwohill is believed to have been built during the Cambro-Norman era around the same time the same order built one at Ballybeg in Buttevant. Picture: GoFundMe/André Saubolle

A society behind the renovation of a historic abbey in East Cork is looking to crowdfund for work being undertaken to preserve the structure.

The move is being made by Carrigtwohill & District Historical Society, which is carrying out the project at the Augustinian Canon Abbey in the town.