St. Ailbe's Church in Emly, County Tipperary, honors St. Ailbe of Emly, one of Ireland's earliest Christian saints and an important missionary in the spread of Christianity throughout the region. Church leaders constructed the present church during the 1880s to replace an earlier church that had served the parish community since 1809. Moreover, the church preserves a medieval sandstone font near its entrance, which reflects the site's deep Christian heritage and historical significance. The nearby graveyard also contains St. Ailbe's Cross, which local tradition identifies as the tombstone of the saint and a cherished symbol of Emly's spiritual legacy. Today, St. Ailbe's Church continues to serve as an important place of worship, pilgrimage, and community life while celebrating the enduring religious heritage of Emly and its patron saint.
The nearest airport is Shannon Airport, located approximately 75 km from St. Ailbe's Church. Other convenient airports include Cork Airport at approximately 95 km and Dublin Airport at approximately 200 km from Emly. These airports provide regular domestic and international flight connections.
Railways
The nearest railway station is Limerick Colbert Railway Station, situated approximately 45 km from the church. Visitors can continue their journey to Emly by bus, taxi, or private vehicle from the station. Emly formerly had its own railway station, although railway services to the village ceased in 1963.
Roadways
St. Ailbe's Church stands in the center of Emly village and remains easily accessible by car, taxi, and regional bus services. Bus Éireann and local bus routes connect Emly with nearby towns including Tipperary and Abbeyfeale, while the village also enjoys convenient access to the national road network through nearby routes
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Mass Schedule
Monday : 9:30 AM Tuesday : 9:30 AM Wednesday : 9:30 AM Thursday : 9:30 AM Friday : 9:30 AM Sunday : 11:15 AM
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