 Cappavilla has a holy well dedicated to Saint Mochuille, thought to be the saint who gave the veil to Saint Brigit of Kildare.The parish holds the ruined castles of Rhinnuagh, Newtown, and Coolistigue and several ancient raths or forts.Donass castle in the townland of Rineroe belonged to Shane-ne-geytagh MacNamara in 1580.