As we began a new millennium it seemed fitting to remember and honour St. Brendan the Navigator, a native of Fenit in County Kerry, Ireland who is one of the the most important Kerrymen ever and who ranks with Colmcille and Columbanus among the most important of Irish saints.
We invite you to spend some time on our website to discover more about Saint Brendan and his historic deeds as well as learning about some of Ireland’s s history and the tough conditions at the time. Learn about the beautiful area, the lure of the ocean as well as the story of the monument and the passionate team behind the venture.
What an amazing week we had last month in the lead up to St Brendans Festival on May 16th. We were blessed with…
Check out all the events from May 3rd to May 19th for St. Brendans Festival 2024
The Saint Brendan The Navigator Festival takes place on Thursday May 16th. Check out the programme of events below:
He was baptized at Tubrid, near Ardfert, by Saint Erc. He spent his first year with his parents, then he went to the home of the local chieftain, Airde mac Fidaigh at Cathair Airde in Listrim, three miles to the East.He returned to his family at the end of his fifth year and completed his studies under Saint Erc, who ordained him priest in 510.
Here are some fun facts about St. Brendan
