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Vigil for murdered Ashling in Kilkenny today

By Kilkenny Now 16th January 2022 0

A vigil to remember murdered teacher Ashling Murphy will take place in Kilkenny today. The event will take place at Kilkenny Castle at 2pm and is among a series of vigils that have taken place across the country in recent days. It comes as gardai confirmed they have made “significant” progress in their investigation into […]

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Teen suffers fractured jaw after he was attacked by gang outside Kilkenny Castle

By Kilkenny Now 6th October 2021 0

A teenager was taken to hospital by ambulance after he was attacked by a group of men in Kilkenny city-centre. The assault occurred near Kilkenny Castle at the Parade in the early hours of Saturday morning, not long after another man in his 20s was attacked in a similar incident at the same location. A […]

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Heartless thief steals wallet from buggy at popular Kilkenny playground

By Kilkenny Now 25th September 2021 0

A thief stole a purse from a buggy in the playground of Kilkenny Castle Park. The theft of the wallet, which contained cash and bank cards, occurred sometime between 4pm and 4.45pm on Saturday. Local gardai have urged anyone who noticed anything suspicious in the area at the time to contact Kilkenny Garda Station on […]

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Major new plans to develop and upgrade access to Kilkenny Castle

By Kilkenny Now 21st August 2021 0

Major new plans to develop and upgrade access to Kilkenny Castle, making it more accessible for visitors, have been given the green light. The proposal by the Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland, the body that manages Kilkenny Castle, has been approved by Kilkenny County Council. The comprehensive plan will see alterations to the building […]

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Bringing history home: Kilkenny Castle plays fitting host to Ros Tapestries

By Kilkenny Now 18th August 2021 0

The historic surrounds of Kilkenny Castle are playing a fitting host to the famous Ros Tapestry. The tapestries were moved for their protection from the Tapestry centre on the quays in New Ross, county Wexford, last year. The Office of Public Works (OPW) has provided space for the tapestries at the castle, which was built […]

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‘Jewel in our crown’ – Kilkenny Castle receives prestigious accolade

By Kilkenny Now 31st July 2021 Post a comment

Kilkenny Castle has recieved recognition for maintaining the the very highest professional standards. It has been awarded Interim and Full Accreditation under the Museum Standards Programme for Ireland (MSPI). The programme was established to benchmark and promote professional standards, and selection under the MSPI is seen as a major accolade in the sector. Factors taken

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Major new plans to upgrade and develop Kilkenny Castle

By Kilkenny Now 30th June 2021 0

Major new plans to develop and upgrade access to Kilkenny Castle, making it easier for everyone to visit, explore the castle and grounds, and display new discoveries, have been unveiled. The Commissioners of Public Works in Ireland, the body that manages Kilkenny Castle has made a comprehensive application which would see alterations to the building […]

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Historic Kilkenny attraction unveils new outdoor dining space

By Kilkenny Now 16th June 2021 0

One of Kilkenny’s leading tourist attractions has launched an impressive new outdoor dining space. Butler House on Patrick Street has also unveiled an extensive redesign of their guest accommodation in time for itspost-pandemic reopening. The Orangerie at Butler House is a new dining experience offering quality, healthy menu options, served in the tranquil surroundings of

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Kilkenny Castle goes green for St Patrick’s celebrations

By Kilkenny Now 5th March 2021 0

Kilkenny Castle will bask in a green glow in the countdown to St Patrick’s Day as part of a colourful campaign to entice people outdoors again. Our world-famous building is one of 42 historic and State structures across the country that will be “greening” up for this year’s five-day celebration of Ireland’s patron Saint. The […]

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Kilkenny to host landmark new exhibition celebrating Ireland’s ‘craft heroes’

By Kilkenny Now 29th January 2021 0

Ireland’s inspirational craftspeople and makers will be celebrated in a landmark new exhibition in Kilkenny charting the evolution of the crafts and design sector in Ireland over the last 50 years. The 50 Makers: 50 Years exhibition will take place at the Natonal Design & Craft Gallery in the Castle Yard in July. The initiative […]