Survey Data

Reg No

15310153


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Social


Original Use

Graveyard/cemetery


In Use As

Graveyard/cemetery


Date

1900 - 1940


Coordinates

243348, 253407


Date Recorded

20/07/2004


Date Updated

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Description

Graveyard on rectilinear plan associated with the Loreto Convent, Mullingar (15310152), erected c.1920, and having a collection of cast-iron grave markers. Freestanding crucifix to west side. Graveyard bounded by a low rendered plinth wall having simple wrought-iron railings over with cross motifs. Located to the southwest side of the grounds of Loreto College and to the north of Mullingar Town centre.

Appraisal

A simple and tranquil private cemetery associated with the Loreto Convent (15310142). This graveyard is a reminder of the Loreto Sisters/Nuns and their contribution to the education and social history of Mullingar since c.1881. The simple cast-iron markers identify the artistic design value of the site. The simple wrought-iron railings complete the setting.