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Saint Mary's Church
Churches And Settlements
Built in the late 13th century, St Mary’s Church in Gowran, County Kilkenny was a large and elaborate structure comprising an aisled nave, long chancel and sculpture throughout. A college of clerics...More
Kells Priory
Churches And Settlements
The Augustine priory of Kells is situated alongside King's River beside the village of Kells, about 15km south of the medieval city of Kilkenny. The priory is a National Monument and is in the...More
Rothe House and Garden
Genealogy
Rothe House is a late 16th-century merchant’s home built in 1594, consisting of three separate town houses, three enclosed courtyards and a newly restored garden to the rear. It was built between 1594...More
Edmund Rice House
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
“The thatched house ‘Westcourt’ is which Edmund was born on 1st June 1762 is almost 300 years old. The six-roomed house consists of a kitchen, parlour, breakfast room and three bedrooms. Of particular...More
Edmund Rice House
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
“The thatched house ‘Westcourt’ is which Edmund was born on 1st June 1762 is almost 300 years old. The six-roomed house consists of a kitchen, parlour, breakfast room and three bedrooms. Of particular...More
Jerpoint Abbey
Children and Family Attractions
The King of Ossory founded the beautiful Jerpoint Abbey near Thomastown, County Kilkenny in 1158 and today, with many details preserved, the site offers a unique glimpse into the life of the...More
Jerpoint Park
Children and Family Attractions
Visitors to Jerpoint park can experience estate country pursuits in a unique heritage setting from pony & trap rides to sheep dog demonstrations, fishing for salmon & trout on the river Nore, horse...More
Kilkenny Castle
Children and Family Attractions
The magnificent Kilkenny Castle overlooks the River Nore and has guarded this important river crossing for more than 900 years. The gardens, with extensive woodland paths, rose garden and ornamental...More
Tinnahinch Castle
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Tinnahinch Castle is a fortified house, which was built by James Butler around 1620. The last occupant of the house, "Mad Butler', was burnt out of the house, through scandals involving his own...More
Granagh Castle
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Granagh or Granny Castle overlooks the River Suir, close to Waterford. It was surrendered during the Cromwellian Campaign. Architecture from different centuries are very apparent in this most...More
Shankill Castle and Gardens
Gardens
Located on the Carlow/Kilkenny border near Paulstown, Shankill Castle is an 18th-century building that is set in beautiful parkland. The interior preserves much of its original character and features...More
Shankill Castle and Gardens
Historic Buildings, Houses and Castles
Located on the Carlow/Kilkenny border near Paulstown, Shankill Castle is an 18th-century building that is set in beautiful parkland. The interior preserves much of its original character and features...More
Rothe House and Garden
Genealogy
Rothe House is a late 16th-century merchant’s home built in 1594, consisting of three separate town houses, three enclosed courtyards and a newly restored garden to the rear. It was built between 1594...More
The Butler Gallery in Kilkenny Castle
Art Galleries
Inspiring culture seekers since 1943, the Butler Gallery is located in the former kitchens of Kilkenny Castle, which is situated in the heart of Kilkenny City in the South East of Ireland. The Gallery...More
Shankill Castle and Gardens
Gardens
Located on the Carlow/Kilkenny border near Paulstown, Shankill Castle is an 18th-century building that is set in beautiful parkland. The interior preserves much of its original character and features...More
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