Frosses

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History

The name of the village is said to come from the Irish for "showers", which refers to food that fell from the sky and saved locals during the famine. The first chapel in the village was reportedly built in 1780, and completed in 1808.[4] The bell tower was added to the church in 1892.[5]

Amenities

The village contains a community hall, a montessori, hairdressers, beauticians, coffee stall, printing shop, and a restaurant and B&B.

Transport

The village is served by the 490 bus. [6]

Notable people

Mary Coughlan, former Tánaiste, has lived in Frosses.[7]

See also

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