St Brigid, Tonyduff, Knockbride, Roman Catholic

A substantial T-plan church built in 1845 by Rev Patrick Brady P.P. on a site donated by the Carolan family, replacing earlier church in the townland of Three Carvaghs to the east. The two stained glass windows of 1916 are by Sheridan, while others are later by Carroll. An historic photograph shows a roughcast rendered church with bellcote on nave gable and having a possible priest's residence or sacristy at the crossing. Embellishments in the 1950s introduced stucco pilasters and plinths and a additions in the form of the three-stage belfry tower, shallow sanctuary, and porches. Built on the eve of the Great Famine, and enlarged in the 1950s, the church has played a significant role for several generations in the local rural community.

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