Mount Melleray in west Waterford - home to an order of Cistercian monks who fled France in 1832. Over the decades it’s become a place of contemplation & retreat on a beautiful site on the Knockmealdown mountains along the St. Declan’s pilgrimage route.

Inside the public church at Mount Melleray. There is also a larger, plainer community church.

Many people have been flocking to have their confession heard before the monastery closes this weekend.

Veronica, the 5th Station of the Cross.

Mount Melleray in County Waterford closes today after more than 190 years.

The Trappist monks - some 7 remaining - will transfer to a newly amalgamated community in Roscrea.

Hundreds are expected to attend today’s final
Mass. #Cistercians #StDeclansWay