Dún Garbhán in Dungarvan in County Waterford, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)

St. Augustine's Catholic Church

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026

1. St. Augustine's Catholic Church Marker

Inscription. [Latin:]
Hæc Ecclesia ædificata fuit sub auspiciis Reverendi Johannis Wall, præsidis Coenobii Augustini hujus oppidi. Anno Domini 1824.

Restaurata 1947 novo addito Sacello B. Matris Boni Consilii novoque Capello pro Collegii Alumnis.

[English translation:]
This church was built under the auspices of the Reverend John Wall, prior of the Augustinian Priory of this town. In the Year of Our Lord 1824. Restored in 1947 with the addition of a new Chapel of Our Blessed Mother of Good Counsel and a new chapel for the students of the College.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1824.

Location. 52° 5.322′ N, 7° 37.138′ W. Marker is in Dungarvan, Munster, in County Waterford. It is in Dún Garbhán. It can be reached from Saint Augustine Street south of Main Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: St Augustine Street, Dungarvan, Munster X35 PX09, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Ancient East.

Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

on the Island of Ireland,

on the Celtic Fringe,

in the European Union,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Peter Crotty (within shouting distance of this marker); John and James Mulcahy (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); James FX O’Brien (about 120 meters away); Seán Norris

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(about 150 meters away); Mai O'Higgins (about 150 meters away); Tadhg Gaelach Ó Súilleabháin (about 150 meters away); St. Mary's Church of Ireland (about 150 meters away); Dan Fraher (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dungarvan.

Also see . . .
1. The History of the Augustinians in Dungarvan (The Friary Dungarvan).

But now let us fast forward to the 1800s when the Friars decided to move into the town and open a church/chapel there (not without some controversy, it must be said), but, by the grace of God, it was eventually completed. So, before the end of 1829, the Church of St. Augustine – where we are now worshipping today – was opened for public worship.

(Submitted on June 18, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

2. Saint Augustine's Catholic Church, Saint Augustine Street, Dungarvan (Buildings of Ireland).

An attractive church of modest appearance that continues a long-standing ecclesiastical presence on site – a font is dated 1820, which indicates that an earlier church existed in these grounds. Very well maintained, the church retains its original form
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026

2. Friary Church Marker
The marker is located near the rear of the church, towards the small graveyard.
and character, both to the exterior and to the interior. The construction of the tower attests to high quality stone masonry, which is similarly evident in the fine carved detailing to the window openings. Features to the interior, ranging from decorative plasterwork to the fittings to the chancel, enhance the artistic quality of the composition. The church forms an important central element of the streetscape of Friary Street (Saint Augustine Street), while the decorative gates and railings present an attractive feature fronting directly on to the road.

(Submitted on June 18, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

The Friary Dungarvan image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026

3. The Friary Dungarvan

The entrance to the church.

Church Tower Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026

4. Church Tower Plaque

An additional marker may be found on the tower, which reads:
[Latin:]
Hanc turrim beatissimae
Virgini Mariae ab
Angelo salutatae
P. Toomy Sacerdos O.S.A.
donat dedicat devotque
Anno MDCCCLVIII.

[English translation:]
This tower to the most blessed Virgin Mary, saluted by the Angel, P. Toomy, Priest, O.S.A., gives, dedicates, and devotes in the year 1858.

Augustinian Friary image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026

5. Augustinian Friary

The entrance to the Augustinian Friary on Main Street.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 14 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on June 18, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.