{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66507c02c0852400120b7078/6a154c0f6ee822cbfbd7625a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Whispering Stones: The Lost Medieval Town of Athassel Abbey","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66507c02c0852400120b7078/1779780331721-16f6a6be-6340-4b54-809f-99327c3964ed.jpeg?height=200","description":"<h3>Hidden deep in the countryside near Cashel, Athassel Abbey is one of Ireland’s most remarkable medieval ruins — and few people have ever heard of it.</h3><p><br></p><h3>In this episode of <em>Whispering Stones</em>, Bernice Cooke explores the haunting remains of Ireland’s largest Augustinian priory, founded in the 12th century by William de Burgh. Once home to thousands of people, Athassel Abbey survived fire, destruction, political upheaval, and centuries of decay before being reclaimed by nature.</h3><p><br></p><h3>Join us as we wander through crumbling cloisters, towering Gothic windows, ancient carvings, and the forgotten echoes of a vanished medieval town in County Tipperary.</h3><p><br></p><h3>Perfect for listeners who love Irish history, medieval monasteries, abandoned ruins, and hidden places in Ireland.</h3>","author_name":"Bernice Cooke"}