Layde Church - The Glens Of Antrim
The ruins of this church, one of the oldest and most important historical sites in the glens are situated on the Coast Road between Cushendall and Cushendun. Often referred to as a Franciscan Monastery, evidence would indicate that it was, in fact a Parish Church. The exact origins of the site are unknown but it probably began life as a holy place in the Iron Age or before. It was in ruins in 1622 but was rebuilt about 1696 and remained the site of Protestant worship until the 1800's.