The remaining tombstones in burial ground, dating from at least the 1700s, are mostly in limestone and Wicklow granite.

[citation needed] Originally two thatched houses, they were built in the early 16th century and joined in 1773, on 12½ acres of land.

A stone tablet bearing the La Touche family arms is inserted beneath the dial plate of the clock.

Due to a historical need, a national school with places for 200 children was opened at the monastery in 1846.

Teaching is not a normal activity of a Carmelite monastery, however, due to prevailing circumstances, the nuns became the teachers.

[citation needed] An advertisement for a directory enquiry company was filmed at the old Patterson's Garage in the area.

[citation needed] There are walks through Glen of the Downs nature reserve and Kindlestown Woods nearby, as well as the Delgany Heritage Trail, which includes historical sites such as the Kindlestown Castle ruins and wildlife points.

One of these pubs is on Convent Road, which is also home to a butcher, a delicatessen, and the local shop.

[citation needed] Tourist amenities nearby include the south beach in Greystones and Glendalough national park.