A Fascinating History
FOXFORD was founded in 1892 by an Irish nun, called Mother Agnes Morrogh-Bernard. Mother Agnes came to the town of Foxford with the hope of bringing ‘Brighter Homes, Better Work and Greater Happiness’ to the locality and her vision of possibility, tenacity and bravery weaves an intriguing tale through the decades that followed.
The FOXFORD story is timeless, rooted in our history yet looking to our future.
Weaving Connections
The well-known Irish political leader Michael Davitt helped Mother Agnes make a connection with a mill owner in Co Tyrone, John Smith. A Protestant and Freemason working with a Catholic nun in 19th century Ireland was a rare thing indeed.
Information
The FOXFORD Experience
Monday to Friday – 10.30am and 11.30am
Duration 20 minutes
Booking Required
Enquiries to tours@foxford.com or call 094 9256104.
