Kids! and Life! 2012 - Kilkenny County Council

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Kids! and Life! 2012
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Thirteenth Edition
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Tel: 0761 07 7910
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WELCOME TO KILKENNY KIDS! aND LIFE!
Kilkenny Kids! and Life! brings together the thirteenth edition of Kilkenny Kids! with its
adult equivalent, Kilkenny Life! in our new-look single publication. We hope you will agree
that Kilkenny Kids! and Life! is packed with information to help everyone get the most
out of life in Kilkenny City and County. If you are looking for ways to enhance your quality
of life by becoming involved in new activities that are locally based and by trying to feel
more a part of the place in which you live – this is the booklet for you!
As some people will have needs that are particular to them, please check with providers
to see whether all can participate in activities listed. Some activities included are free but
others will have a charge, so please check before you make your plans. We have included
costs for some of the entries, but in most cases this hasn’t been detailed.
A big thank you to all those involved in producing Kilkenny Kids! and Life! - to our
sponsors and advertisers for their generosity which made this production possible, to
those at Kilkenny Citizens Information Centre who assisted with the research – Margaret
Cody, Sheila Dawson, Noreen Good, Tom Gunning, Seamus McGurran, Úna Mahoney,
Paddy Rogers, Leeza Walsh and to all who helped in any way.
We hope you will enjoy this year’s edition of Kilkenny Kids! and Life! and that you find
it useful. We’d be delighted to hear from you if you have any suggestions, which might
improve next year’s edition, or if you know of some information that we haven’t included.
Kilkenny Kids! and Life! is now available online on
www.kilkennycoco.ie and
www.kilkenny.ie
Kilkenny Citizens Information Centre
4 The Parade
Kilkenny
Telephone: 0761 07 7910
Email: kilkenny@citinfo.ie
Information correct at time of going to print (June, 2012)
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all information contained in this booklet. However,
Kilkenny Citizens Information Centre accepts no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by
any reader as a result of the information or advice contained herein.
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ANGLING
Angling permits and government licences
The River Nore is well known for its trout and salmon. The season runs from March 17th
to the end of September.
Kilkenny, Sports Shop on the Butterslip
Telephone: 056 7721517
Thomastown, Simon Treacy Hardware Shop, Market St
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Castlecomer Discovery Park (see advertisement in this booklet)
Two stocked rainbow trout fishing lakes, one for fly fishing and one for bait fishing. Fishing
by daily permit. Lessons available, pre-booking required. Equipment hire and tackle
available. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fun for all the family!
Contact: Castlecomer Discovery Park
Website: www.discoverypark.ie
Location: Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
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Family fishing on the River Nore for Salmon and Trout
Fishing at Jerpoint Park on the River Nore for wild Salmon and wild Brown Trout. Rods,
bait and tutorial free. All children must be supervised by an adult.
Contact: Jerpoint Park
Location: Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Email: info@jerpointpark.com
Website: www.jerpointpark.com
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Kilkenny Anglers Association
Club members have fishing rights over an extensive stretch of the Nore. Visitors welcome.
Trout and salmon day permits are available from Club House Hotel.
Contact: John Mc Cormack
Location: Club House Hotel, Patrick St, Kilkenny
ARCHERY
Country Leisure Activity Centre
Try your hand at long bow archery. Instructions, video and all equipment provided. Indoor
target shooting and clay pigeon shooting. Groups catered for. Prior booking is advisable.
Contact: Eamonn Walshe
Location: Bonnettsrath (2 km from Kilkenny City), Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Archery Club
Occasional four week courses for beginners. All equipment provided. Club meets
Thursdays, 8.30pm to 10.30pm. Members enter national and international competitions.
Contact: Brendan Rice
Location: St Patrick’s School, Kells Rd, Kilkenny
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Mount Juliet
Archery tuition available in the beautiful grounds of Mount Juliet. Outdoors. €35 per person.
Clay target shooting, 25 clays €45, 50 clays €70. Pre-booking required.
Location: Mount Juliet, Thomastown
ART & CRAFTS
Alice Bennett
Drawing and painting classes for adults. Classes for four to five people are held in artist’s
studio in Kilkenny City. All abilities welcome.
Contact: Alice Bennett
Location: Kilkenny City
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Art Classes
Sonja, a qualified artist, teaches classes for beginners and more advanced. She specialises
in classical techniques including oil on canvas and watercolour. Group classes run in
Bishop Birch Institute, Kilkenny City, on Friday mornings, as well as individual classes in
her home.
Contact: Sonja
Email: sonjavrsajkov@gmail.com
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Art with DiDi – Artists’ Studio (see advertisement in this booklet)
Have fun on a Saturday, ages 5 to 12, being creative in an artist’s studio: paint, colour,
squeeze, drip draw, collage, print, papier maché, sneaker paint, T-shirt paint, glass
paint…..INVENT! Oil painting during the week, after school, ages 10 to 18: train the eyes,
learn different painting techniques and in the process find one’s own! Adult classes in the
evenings: all mediums, all subject matter and styles! Art and cooking camps for one week
at Easter and four weeks in July.
Contact: DiDi Telephone: 056 7770534
Email: dididobree-wilson@hotmail.com
Location: 172 The Sycamores,
Website: www.dididobree-wilson.com
Freshford Rd, Kilkenny
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ArtL!nks
A free Professional Development service for artists based in the South East who are
involved in dance, film, literature, music, theatre and the visual arts.
Contact: Mary Butler
Email: info@artlinks.ie
Website: www.artlinks.ie
Don’t forget to check with providers to see whether those with disabilities can
participate in activities listed.
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Baurnafea Willow Works
One-day creative willow workshops. Learn the basic basketry techniques of this traditional
skill. All classes are small groups. Suitable for beginners and improvers.
Contact: Heike Kahle, Basketmaker
Location: Baurnafea, Castlewarren, Co Kilkenny
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Butler Gallery
Butler Gallery, the leading contemporary art gallery in the South East of Ireland, runs
extensive education, community and outreach programmes including: Solas for children,
Artist in residence in Schools programmes, as well as a wide range of debates, gallery
talks and lectures. Butler Gallery is located in the historic Kilkenny Castle and is open
throughout the year offering an exciting range of national and international high profile
exhibitions. Entry is free.
Location: Kilkenny Castle, Kilkenny
Website: www.butlergallery.com
Email: info@butlergallery.com
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Castlerín Studios and Workshops
Practical mosaic workshops for adults by professional mosaic artists.
Contact: Jen Castle Telephone: 087 9836342
Location: The Studio, Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny
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Duiske College
Offers FETAC accredited courses in Arts, Craft and Design and Business Studies at
FETAC Level 5 and Level 6.
Contact: Maria Hayles
Location: Duiske College, Graiguenamanagh, Email: duiskeadmin@eircom.net
Co Kilkenny
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Grennan Mill Craft School
Courses in Art, Craft and Design and Professional Arts Practice. Aims to equip students
with the skills to enable them make a decision about a possible future in craft. Provides the
opportunity for progressing to art college or apprenticeship to a craft-based career. Areas
covered are batik, ceramics, communications, design, drawing, exhibition organisation,
exhibition technique, metal craft, print making, professional practice for art, craft and
design, woven textiles and work experience.
Contact:
Location:
Website: Alexandra Meldrum
Grennan Mill Craft School, Thomastown,
Co Kilkenny
www.grennanmill.net
Email: grennanmill@eircom.net
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Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA)
The Bantracht na Tuaithe, the Kilkenny and County federation of ICA, has several hundred
members in 19 guilds, with an ethos based on friendship with women and further education.
Hand crafts, computers and all of the old traditional Irish crafts are our main activities.
Classes in computers, mobile phones, digital cameras, gardening, flower arranging,
swimming and physical fitness may also be available. Visits to An Grianán in Co Louth,
ICA’s Adult Education College, are arranged. Members go on weekend trips and there is
an annual international trip. There is a hand-craft week in March every year. Meetings are
held once a month, some guilds hold craft nights weekly.
Guilds in Co Kilkenny include: Ballyouskill, Ballyragget, Clara, Clough, Glenmore,
Graiguenamanagh, Graine, Hugginstown, Inistioge, Kilkenny (2 guilds), Kilmacow,
Mullinavat, Owning, Sevenhouses, Templeorum, Thomastown, Urlingford, Windgap.
Contact: Mary McGuinness
Email: tmacg@eircom.net
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Kathy’s Krafts
Classes for all. Children, teens and adults. Birthday party activities and packs available.
Evening classes and Saturday workshops in basic sewing skills, patchwork, jewellery
making, art and craft, seasonal themes for everyone! Our stitching group meets every
Wednesday evening, 8.30pm to 10pm. Meet me and see my work at MacDonagh Junction
craft fair, the first Sunday of every month. Meet me on Facebook, Etsy and Craftsy.
Contact: Kathy
Email: kathyd61168@gmail.com
Website: www.kathyskraftskilkenny.weebly.com
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Little Ghost Gallery and Studio
An independent space for independent artists. The Gallery acts as a non-commercial
unit that facilitates artists’ endeavours by providing them with a compatible studio and
exhibition space.
Location: Coach Rd, Dean St, Kilkenny
Website: www.littleghostgallery.com
Email: littleghostgallery@gmail.com
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Mary Gaine
Painting classes taught by experienced local artist in watercolour, oil and acrylic. Suitable
for all abilities, including beginners. Courses run for eight weeks, with one two-hour class
each week.
Contact: Mary Gaine
Location: Social Services Centre, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
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MADE in Kilkenny Craft Trail
‘MADE in Kilkenny’ formed to foster excellence in crafts in Co Kilkenny, to encourage
the growth of the professional craft industry and to promote the County as a shopping
destination for authentic, handmade craft. All the craftspeople work using both traditional
and modern techniques. The ‘MADE in Kilkenny’ brochure may be used as a guide, for
a day out visiting various craft shops in Kilkenny’s scenic countryside and historical city.
Check out the MADE in Kilkenny website.
Location: 8 Patrick’s Court, Kilkenny
Website: www.madeinkilkenny.ie
Email: trails@trailkilkenny.ie
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Minerva Patchwork and Needlework
Group meets at St Brigid’s Secondary School, Callan every second Monday night starting
in September.
Contact: Kathleen Delaney Telephone: 056 7725298
Contact: Margaret McEvoy Telephone: 056 7765691
Location: St Brigid’s Secondary School, Callan, Co Kilkenny
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Mosaic Mandala
Classes available.
Contact: Judith Ashton
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National Craft Gallery
This gallery is the show-case for the best of contemporary, innovative craft work in Ireland.
Admission is free. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5.30pm (Closed Mondays, except
public holidays). Open Sundays, 11am to 5.30pm, April to December.
Location: Castle Yard, The Parade, Kilkenny
Website: www.nationalcraftgallery.ie
Email: info@ccoi.ie
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South Midlands Branch of the Irish Patchwork Society
This group meets monthly, has a speaker and occasional trips, shop selling equipment and
fabrics. Weekend workshops for members. New members welcome. Meet first Thursday
of the month, 7.30pm, September to June.
Contact: Margaret McEvoy
Contact: Alison Baxter
Location: Social Services Hall, St Joseph’s, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
Email: smips2005@gmail.com
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Workhouse Crafts
Over twenty traders, all products hand-made in Ireland. First Sunday of the month, 11am
to 5pm. Also trading during Kilkenny Arts Festival.
Contact: Josephine Plettenberg
Location: Workhouse Sq, MacDonagh Junction
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Art & Cooking Camps
Cook in the Morning
Eat what you Cook
Art after Lunch
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Have fun being creative both in the kitchen and in an artist’s studio, or just pick the
camp of your choice!
Cut Mash Stir Flip Roast Fry Boil Bake Taste Paint Colour Squeeze Drip Draw
Collage Clay Print Paper Mache Sneaker Paint T-Shirt Paint Glass Paint ...Invent!
Suitable for Ages: 8 - 12
Monday to Friday
Combination: 10 am to 4 pm
Cooking: 10 am to 2 pm
Art: 2 pm to 4 pm
One week at Easter and 4 weeks in July!
For booking and information contact DiDi at 056 – 7770534 or www.dididobree-wilson.com
ATHLETICS
Gowran Athletic Club
Train Monday and Friday, from 6.30pm. Train and compete in all track, field events and
cross-country. New members welcome. Adults and children from age 8.
Contact: Liam Kealy
Contact: Denis Cormack
Location: Gowran Park Racecourse carpark
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Kilkenny City Harriers Juvenile and Senior Athletic Club
The Club offers training and competition in track, field events, road and cross country.
Training on Saturdays, 11am to 12pm, Tuesdays, 6.30pm to 9.30pm and Thursdays,
6.30pm to 8.30pm. New members always welcome. Suitable for adults and children from
age 7.
Contact: Sean Lynch
Location: Scanlon Park, Loughboy, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Road Runners
Organised Road Races on marshalled routes take place each year: short races take place
over a 5 week period (usually from mid-April), starting with a 2 mile race and going up to a
6 mile race. All welcome, casual joggers to marathon runners!
Contact: Paddy Neary Telephone: 056 7761436
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St Senan’s Athletic Club
For adults and children from age 7. Training and competition in track and field events
and cross-country. Facilities include 400m-floodlit running track. Training Monday and
Wednesday 7pm to 8pm.
Contact: Pam
Contact: Bill
Location: Kilmacow Sports Complex
Email: deekeohan@eircom.net
Website: www.stsenansac.com
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The Watershed (see advertisement in this booklet)
400 metre outdoor running track, Astroturf pitches, full size soccer pitch, 13,000 sq ft multi
sports arena, pool complex, health suite, fitness gym.
Location: Scanlon Park
Website: www.thewatershed.ie
Email: info@thewatershed.ie
BADMINTON
Badminton Clubs
There are 10 mixed badminton clubs in Kilkenny City and County. Season runs September
to April. Check out the details of your local club.
Contact: Shirley Parr
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Kilkenny Junior Badminton Association
There are ten junior clubs in Kilkenny County. The season runs from September to Easter.
Suitable for children from age 8.
Contact: Martin Madden
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Schools Badminton
Secondary Schools only.
Contact:
Heather Sharman Don’t forget to check with providers to see whether those with disabilities can
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BASKETBALL
Basketball Teams
There are seven ladies basketball teams and four mens teams across the County. Some
clubs have juvenile teams.
Contact: Teresa Walshe
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Kilkenny Stars Basketball Club (formerly Club Kilkenny)
Caters for young people of school-going age, under 8’s, 10’s and 12’s train at the
Watershed, Kilkenny and our older groups at Kilkenny College and O’Loughlin’s. The
basketball season runs from September to April. New members most welcome.
Contact:
Website:
Email: kilkennystars@gmail.com
Wayne
www.kilkennystars.com
BEE-KEEPING
South Kilkenny Beekeepers Association
The South Kilkenny Beekeepers Association meets on occasional Monday nights during
the winter months. Beginners course available.
Contact: John Langton Location: Kildalton College, Piltown, Co Kilkenny
Email: jjlangton@eircom.net
BOOK CLUBS
Graiguenamanagh Library Book Club
Meets first Tuesday of the month, 7pm to 8pm.
Location: The Library, Graiguenamanagh,
Co Kilkenny
Email: graiguenamanagh@kilkennylibrary.ie
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New Daytime Book Club
All welcome to join New Daytime Book Club on Wednesdays.
Location: The Library, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
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Riveting Reads
Meets first Thursday of the month, 10.30am, in Loughboy library.
Location: The Library, Loughboy, Kilkenny
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BOXING
Callan Boxing Club
Suitable from age 5. Training Tuesday and Thursday 6.30pm to 7.30pm for juniors and
7.30pm to 9.30pm for seniors. Thirty four Leinster titles, fourteen National titles and a
European Bronze medal. Very successful Club for both ladies and men.
Contact: Jimmy Walsh
Location: Old Technical School, Clonmel Rd, Callan, Co Kilkenny
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Marble City Boxing Club
Training Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7.30pm to 9pm, September to April. Adults and
children from age 9.
Contact: Ross Kehoe
Contact: Noel Kehoe
Location: Good Shepherd Centre, Church Lane, Kilkenny
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Paulstown Boxing Club
Training Monday,Tuesday and Thursday, 7pm to 8.30pm, September to April. Adults and
children from age 9.
Contact: Ollie O’Neill, County Coach
Location: Paulstown Community Centre, Paulstown, Co Kilkenny
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BRIDGE
Bridge Classes
Bridge classes for beginners in Kilkenny Bridge Centre, September until March.
Contact: Annette Kennedy
Tuesday and Wednesday Class
Margaret Walsh
Thursday Class
Location: Kilkenny Bridge Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny
Website: www.cbai.ie
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Clara
Mondays, 8pm. September to May.
Contact: Frances Foley
Location: Connolly’s of Dunbell
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Graiguenamanagh
Thursdays, 7.30pm. Members only, September to May. Open to all June to August.
Contact: Maura Gaynor
Location: Duiske Inn, Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Bridge Centre
Exercise your brain at the Bridge Centre, home to eight Bridge Clubs. Open Monday to
Thursday evenings. Games start at 7.30pm sharp! During the summer (beginning of June
to first week in September) on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, the Centre is open to
visitors with a partner. Bar and disabled facilities.
Contact: Marion Kilbride
Location: The Bridge Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny
Website: www.cbai.ie
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Thomastown
Tuesdays, 7.30pm. From September to June.
Contact: Ann O’Sullivan
Location: The Salmon Pool, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
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BUSINESS COURSES
Coláiste Cois Siúire
One year FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Computer Applications/Office Administration and
in Business Studies.
Contact: Winifred Manning
Location: Coláiste Cois Siúire, Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
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Coláiste Mhuire
One year FETAC Level 5 course in Business Studies/Secretarial, FETAC Level 6 Business
Administration, FETAC Level 5 Engineering Technology, FETAC Level 5 (including special
needs) and Level 6 Early Childhood Care and Education. Mature students welcome.
Location: Coláiste Mhuire, Johnstown, Co Kilkenny
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College of Further Education, Castlecomer
FETAC Level 5 in Business with Computers. One year course (3½ days per week).
Location: Castlecomer Community School, Telephone: 056 4441447
Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
Email: commoffi@iol.ie
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Genesis Business College
ACCA Certified Accounting Technician (CAT), FETAC Level 5 and 6 qualifications in
Payroll, Employment Law, HR, Marketing, Business Studies, Computerised Accounts,
Pitman Training Diplomas and Certificates in Book-Keeping, Secretarial, Legal Secretarial,
Medical Secretarial, Executive PA, Business IT with HR or PR, ECDL, Web Design,
Microsoft Office, IT Technical.
Location: Unit 7, The Arches, Barrack St, Kilkenny
Website: www.genesisbusinesscollege.net
Email: kilkenny@genesisbusinesscollege.net
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Grennan College Reception & Communications Course
A one year, full-time course leading to the following qualifications: FETAC Level 5
Certificate in Busines and Secretarial Studies, OCR Diploma in Text Processing (Business
Professional).
Contact: Sean Óg O’Sullivan
Location: Grennan College, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Email: info@grennancollege.ie
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Serving the specialised needs of institutional investors. State
Street is the world’s leading provider of financial services
to institutional investors. Our broad and integrated range of
services spans the entire investment spectrum, including
research, investment management, trading services and
investment servicing.
State Street International (Ireland) Limited,
Business and Technology Park,
Loughboy,
Kilkenny.
Phone: 01 776 8000
Website: statestreet.com
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CAMOGIE
Camogie
Available throughout the County. Check with your local GAA Club.
Website: www.kilkennygaa.ie
See also Hurling.
CANOEING
Go with the Flow River Adventures
Exciting river adventures in Canadian canoes on the Rivers Barrow, Nore and Suir for
all ages. Caters for large groups and families. All equipment supplied and instruction
provided. Advance booking required. Available all year. Whitewater events for stags and
hens, interesting family river safaris, instruction courses.
Contact: Charlie Horan
Telephone: 087 252 9700
Website: www.gowiththeflow.ie
Email: info@gowiththeflow.ie
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Kilkenny Aqua Canoe Club
Canoe club with something to suit everyone from beginners to experts. Courses for
beginners and improvers. Members must be able to swim. Activities include canoe polo,
wild water rodeo, surfing and marathon racing. Suitable from age 10. Most activities run
from May to September. Check activities on the website.
Contact: Roger McClure
Location: Green’s Bridge Slipway, accessed from Telephone: 086 3809900
City side of Bridge, Kilkenny City.
Email: roger@bluewall.ie
Website: www.kilkennyaquacanoeclub.wordpress.com
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Thomastown Paddlers
We pride ourselves on providing safe and exciting introductory courses in the sport
of kayaking. Courses run from April to August. All you need to take part is a sense of
adventure, ability to swim and prepared to get a bit wet! All equipment provided.
Contact:
Website:
David Comerford
www.thomastownpaddlers.com
Email: thomastownpaddlers@gmail.com
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CAREERS
County Kilkenny VEC Adult Guidance Service
This service provides individuals and groups with information and guidance to assist them
making choices in relation to educational and career options. While based in Kilkenny City,
an outreach guidance service is provided throughout the county.
Free and confidential service that is friendly, relaxed, impartial and supportive. Through
the guidance process adults have an opportunity to explore their interests, aptitudes
and preferences for education and employment. Guidance Counsellors can also provide
assistance with CV preparation, application forms, interview techniques and supports.
Contact: Bernadette O’Rourke
Location: Lower New St, Kilkenny Email: adultguidance@kkvec.ie
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KASES (Kilkenny/Carlow Area Supported Employability Service)
A free and confidential service available to employers, employees and jobseekers. KASES
is a Department of Social Protection funded initiative that enables and empowers people
with varying abilities who require extra support or those with a disability or an illness to
search for employment in the open labour market. We prepare people to access and
maintain employment while also assisting them to integrate into the staff team. We are
also available to those who are in paid employment and need support to sustain their role.
We also assist employers to retain those staff who acquire an illness or condition that
affects their ability to carry out their job.
Location: Unit 1, 3rd Floor, Desart Hse, New St, Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7763903
Lr Pollerton Rd, Carlow
Website: www.kcases.ie
Email: kasesmail@eircom.net
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Kilkenny Job Club
Kilkenny Job Club is a free training programme for anyone who is looking for a job. The
programmes run every month of the year with a course lasting for four weeks from Monday
to Friday, 10am to 1pm. The Job Club offers help with job hunting, CV preparation, career
advice, interview techniques, job applications and more.
Location: Unit 4 & 5 Abbey Business Centre,
Abbey St, Kilkenny
CHESS
Kilkenny Chess Club
Teams from the club represent Kilkenny in the Leinster League’s first, second and third
divisions. Meet Monday nights, 8pm, September to April.
Contact: Jack Lowry
Location: The Club House Hotel, Patrick St, Kilkenny
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CHILDCARE
For a list of Kilkenny County and City Childcare Services see Appendix 1 at the
end of this booklet.
College of Further Education, Castlecomer
FETAC Level 5 in Childcare, with special needs. One year course (4 days a week).
Location: Castlecomer Community School, Telephone: 056 4441447
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VEC Community Education Service
The VEC Community Education Service offers FETAC accredited modules leading to
the full Childcare Award at FETAC Level 5. Courses available on a part-time basis with
classes on offer during the evening time.
Contact: Martha Bolger
Location: Lr New St, Kilkenny
CINEMA
Kilkenny Omniplex
Programmes change weekly on Friday. Details in Kilkenny People. Four screens.
Location: Fair Green, Kilkenny
Website: www.omniplex.ie
See also Film.
CLAY PIGEON SHOOTING
Tuition and all equipment provided. Adults only. Outdoors. Pre-booking required.
Contact: Mary Walshe
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Mount Juliet
Clay target shooting. Tuition and all equipment provided. Adults only. 25 clays €45, 50
clays €70. Pre-booking required. Outdoors.
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Mill Family Resource Centre
The Mill Family Resource Centre, Main Street, Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny.
Tel: 056 8838466 / 056 8838467. Email: millfrcmc@gmail.com
Services which are provided in the Mill Family Resource Centre
Monthly: Financial Advisor
KASE – Support employment services
Monthly information on issues affecting our community
Back to education – Fetac level horticulture
Active: Art / Graphic Classes
Mental Health Aid Courses – Men & Women
Women DIY
Basic & Advanced Photography
Zumba Classes
Computer Classes basic & Fetac level
Community Banking every Thursday 6pm – 7pm
Youth Club: Junior Group 6.45pm – 7.45pm
Senior Group 8pm – 9pm every Monday
Counselling Services: A problem shared is a problem halved, Confidential Counselling Services
Allotments: If interested in planting your own vegetables/flowers contact the centre.
We provide all Social Welfare, HSE, Tax, Garda &
Government forms .We also offer advice and form filling
services on all aspects of the Welfare system.
Contact Project Manager Sue Cox : 056-8838466
COMMUNITY CENTRES
Community Centres offer courses and support services for people living in the
surrounding community.
Droichead Family Resource Centre (see advertisement in this booklet)
Accredited and non-accredited adult education courses, childcare provision, fitness
classes, community savings bank, photography classes, community garden and much,
much more.
Location: The Friary Complex, Telephone: 056 7755519, ext 1
Mill St, Callan, Co Kilkenny
Email: droicheadcc@eircom.net
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Fr McGrath Centre (see advertisement in this booklet)
Wide range of activities and supports available including: parenting, local men’s and
women’s support groups, homework club, Multimedia Centre which offers low cost,
accessible IT and ECDL training. Smoke alarms supplied for older people.
Contact: Stephen Murphy
Location: Fr McGrath Centre, St Joseph’s Rd, Kilkenny
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Newpark Close Family Resource Centre (see advertisement in this booklet)
The Multimedia/Test Centre offers low cost and accessible IT, ECDL, Benefit 3 IT training
and FETAC level 3 and 4 Horticulture. Confidential Counselling, accredited courses for
Women’s Education Programme, Community Savings Bank, Social Groups for men and
women including over 50s Ladies Club and Parenting courses.
Contact:
Sheila Donnelly
Location: Newpark Close Family Resource Centre, Newpark Close, Kilkenny
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The Mill Family Resource Centre (see advertisement in this booklet)
Wide range of activities and supports available, including: courses, community banking,
computers, youth club, counselling and so on.
Contact:
Location:
Sue Cox
The Mill Family Resource Centre, Main St, Urlingford, Co Kilkenny
Kilkenny
Multimedia
Centre
Fr. McGrath Centre
St. Joseph’s Road
Kilkenny
056 7752144
LEARN COMPUTERS AT YOUR OWN TIME AND PACE
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Friendly Learning Environment
Flexible Opening Hours
Learn what you want to learn
Lowest cost public access to all major
Software Training Programmes (Inc. ECDL)
Lowest cost public internet access available
CV preparation
Accredited
E.C.D.L.
Test Centre
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COMPUTERS
Castlecomer College of Further Education
FETAC Level 5 in Business with Computers. One year course.
Location: Castlecomer Community School,
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Community Centres
Community Centres offer daytime and evening courses in a variety of IT courses. Beginner
and intermediate level. See Community Centres.
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Kilkenny Multimedia Centre (see advertisement in this booklet)
Computer courses at low cost, internet, social media and e-mailing, ECDL, CVs. Funding
may be available. Open Monday to Thursday, 9.30am to 2pm.
Contact: Liz Hogan Telephone: 056 7752144
Location: Fr McGrath Centre,
Email: lizhogan10@yahoo.co.uk
St Joseph’s Rd, Kilkenny
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Libraries
Internet access is free to library members - booking is advisable. There is a €3 charge for
non-members per ½ hour session.
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Mullinavat Computer Services
Computer training for groups or one-to-one tuition. Lessons designed to suit the needs of
the individual. All ECDL modules, including internet, e-mail, social media, skype. Learn at
your own pace with no exams or tests. Some courses for adults may be free of charge
if they are in receipt of any Social Welfare payment or pension. Classes available for
children on Saturday mornings, summer camps also available.
Contact: Mary Byrne
Location: Main St, Mullinavat, Co Kilkenny
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Noreside Education Centre
Courses offered to groups and individuals include Computers for the Terrified, Introduction
to Computers, Basic Word Processing, Desktop Publishing, pre-ECDL, ECDL and
advanced ECDL, Payroll and Accounts (manual and computerised), and Train the Trainer
(learn how to train others in computers).
Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
Email: noresideeducation@gmail.com
Location: Noreside Education Centre, 5 John’s Quay, Kilkenny
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Scoil Aireagail
One year FETAC Level 5 Certificate course in Computer Applications. Modules include
word processing, database methods, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, internet,
information and communications systems, business maths and communications. Progress
from this course to programmes at higher-level institutes and direct entry to a range of
office environments in administration, accounts, local government, legal organisations and
financial institutions.
Contact: Catherine Phelan
Location: Scoil Aireagail, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny
COOKERY
Healthy Cooking Classes
Cookery classes with emphasis on using health-giving foods such as fresh fruit and
vegetables, wholegrains, nuts, seeds, pulses (chickpeas, beans and lentils) and fish.
Recipes are tasty and simple.
Contact: Linda Harris
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Italian Classes
Going to Italy? Or just back? Interested in Italian language and cooking culture? During
the 5 classes you will discover the beauty and variety of Italian food. 1: pasta and Pane
(bread), 2: formaggio and salumi (cheese and salami), 3: frutta and verdure (fruit and
vegetables), 4: dolci (desserts) and 5: vino (wine). Everything will be supported by ‘un
po di Italiano’ (a little Italian grammer) to allow you to read, and understand, an Italian
restaurant menu and enjoy better your trip to Italy! Buon appetite!
Contact: Claudio Lazzarotto
Email: info@gannetschool.it
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Ryeland House Cookery
Practical cookery demonstrations including Christmas cooking, BBQ’s and salads,
casseroles, one pot wonders, fish and family meals and Thai. Watch Anne Neary at
work and then you eat the results! Courses run from September to June on Saturdays or
weekday evenings. Private parties catered for.
Contact: Anne Neary
Location: Ryeland House, Cuffesgrange, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.rylandhousecookery.com
Email: ryelandhouse@gmail.com
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The Icing on the Cake
Hands-on cake decorating workshops for adults and children, all abilities, by experienced
and qualified sugarcraft teacher. No experience necessary. Learn to create your own cake
masterpiece to impress your family and friends. Group and private lessons available.
Children’s cupcake parties and summer camps are also available. All ingredients and
materials supplied.
Contact: Nicky Read
Location: Kilkenny City and Danesfort, Co KilkennyEmail: nicky.kilkenny@gmail.com
Blog: www.nickyscakes.wordpress.com
CRICKET
Bagenalstown Cricket Club
Open from April to September. Practice on Thursday nights at 6.30pm. Children’s cricket
on Saturday mornings. League matches weekly.
Contact: Ray Stapleton
Location: McGrath Park, Bagenalstown, Co Carlow Email: stapletonray@eircom.net
Website: bagenalstowncricketclub.com
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Mount Juliet Cricket Club
Matches at Mount Juliet, adults only, Sundays, 1pm.
Contact: Vincent McDonnell
Location: Mount Juliet, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Email: mcdvincent@eircom.net
CYCLING
Cycle Trails
Two cycle trails have been developed by Trail Kilkenny.
The North Kilkenny Cycle Route (83km) begins in Ballycallan and passes through
Tullaroan, Freshford, Ballyragget, Castlecomer and finishes at Ballycallan. The route is
mainly along quiet country roads.
The East Kilkenny Cycle Route (65km approx) begins at Bennettsbridge and takes in
Graiguenamanagh, The Rower, Inistioge, Thomastown and ends back at Bennettsbridge.
Signs are up along both routes but the mapboards and route guides have not yet been
completed.
Contact: Trail Kilkenny
Website: www.trailkilkenny.ie
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Marble City Cyclers
Caters for the racing and leisure road cyclist.
Contact:
Website:
Email: marblecitycyclers@gmail.com
Michael Shields
www.marblecitycyclers.com
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DANCE
Castle Towers Set Dancers
Meet Wednesdays, 8pm to 9.30pm, September to May. Beginners or advanced. Cost €5
per person. For Seniors.
Contact: Margaret Sheppard
Location: Archer’s Street Community Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny
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Dance Land
Learn to dance for weddings and social occasions. Tuition in waltzing, tango, foxtrot,
quick step, Latin and old time. Professional teacher. Classes for absolute beginners to
advanced. Classes Wednesdays, 8pm to 10pm.
Contact: Mary Kelly
Location: Clara Hall, Clara, Co Kilkenny
Email: danceland@live.ie
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Dancebox Studios voted best Dance Studio of the Year 2011!
Covers a wide range of styles, from age 2 to adult.
Kids classes: toddler hip hop, toddler ballet, kids hip hop, break dancing, cheer-leading
and more.
Adult classes: fun adult hip hop, hip hop in heels, line dancing, set dancing, ballroom.
Fitness through dance.
Private classes: first dance for your wedding, any of the above styles.
New class: hip hop and break dance, BOYS ONLY!
Have your dance party at Dancebox Studios – children’s birthdays, hen parties, etc.
Contact: April Coady
Location: Hebron Industrial Estate, Kilkenny Email: danceboxstudios@hotmail.com
Facebook: Dancebox Studios Kilkenny
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Dancewise Academy
Kilkenny Class: Dancewise Studios, Newpark Shopping Centre, Kilkenny
Mondays. Ages 4 to 11: 6pm to 7pm. Age 12: 7.15pm to 8.30pm.
Castlecomer Class: Castlecomer Community Hall, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
Wednesdays. Ages 4 to 11: 6pm to 7pm. Age 12 upwards: 7pm to 8pm.
Freshford Class: Community Hall, Freshford, Co Kilkenny
Thursdays. Ages 4 to 11: 6pm to 7pm. Age 12 upwards: 7pm to 8pm.
Adult classes: Zumba Tuesday 11am to 1pm, 7pm to 8pm and 8pm to 9pm, Thursday 7pm
to 8pm. Find us on Facebook.
Email: dancewiseacademy@gmail.com
Contact: Michele
Contact: Melissa
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Evelyn White School of Irish Dancing
Classes available for children from age 4.
Contact: Evelyn White ADCRG
Location: Castlecomer Community Hall – Monday 3pm to 5pm
CBS Primary School, Kilkenny – Thursday 3.30pm to 6pm
Email: evelyn@iol.ie
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Kilkenny Dance Studio
Adult dance fitness classes and Zumba. Parent and toddler dance classes for ages
18mths to 2yrs.
Contact: Fionnuala
Location: 1st Floor, The Smithlands Centre, Bohernatounish Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Salsa Club
Salsa classes on Tuesdays for beginners and intermediates from 7.45pm to 9pm. No
partner required. Advanced class 9pm to 10pm.
Location: Pegasus, Ó Faolain’s, John St, Kilkenny
Website: www.salsanation.net Telephone: 087 9799671
Email: info@salsanation.net
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Rodeo Cats Line Dancing Club
Dust off your hats and boots and get ready! Classes for beginners, intermediate and
advanced level. Beginning soon: classes for children and teenagers.
Contact: Ray Cahill
Website: www.kilkennyrodeocats.com
Email: rodeocats@gmail.com
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The Kilkenny Academy of Dance
Classes in classical ballet, modern theatre/jazz, hip hop and tap. From age 3 up to
vocational level. Examinations available. All teachers are fully qualified and registered
with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD). Classes run September to June,
with intensive daily classes held for senior students in July. Junior summer camp in July.
Contact: Sinead Keaskin (AISTD-Dip and ALAM)
Location: Kilkenny Dance Studio, 1st Floor,
The Smithlands Centre, Bohernatounish Rd, Kilkenny
KSP, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
Oasis Crèche, Freshford, Co Kilkenny
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Modern hip hop dance classes as a form of exercise for children.
Location: The Watershed, Scanlon Park
DAY CARE CENTRES
Alzheimer Society of Ireland
Rings, cards, bingo, exercise to music, dinner, sports and services such as manicure and
chiropody.
Contact: Margaret Cahill / Ruth O’Gorman
Location: 1 Fr Walsh Close, Coote’s Lane, Kilkenny
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Castlecomer District Hospital Day Care Centre
Dinner, outings, bingo, cards, sonas, physical activities, skittles, singing, talks, Christmas
Party, personal care, physiotherapy, clinic for leg ulcers, chiropody, laundry and
hairdressing. Transport available. Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 3.30pm.
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Dalton House Day Care Centre
Monday to Saturday (inclusive), 9am to 5pm. Day Care Centre offering lunch, meals on
wheels, laundry and assisted baths. Respite care Thursday. Craft and Art classes, book
club. Social night - bingo, cards, music and refreshments, Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 10pm.
Contact: Nellie Brett
Location: St Mary’s Court, Main St, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
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Email: info@teachmhuire.com
St Columba’s Hospital Day Care Centre
Personal care, nursing care, chiropody, physiotherapy, various diversional and recreational
therapies, lunch and tea. Transport provided within 10km. Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Contact: Sheila Cooke
Email: sheila.cooke@hse.ie
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St Mary’s Day Care Centre
Provides a range of activities including meals, personal care, recreational activities and
health promotion. Nominal charge for dinner. Open Wednesday and Thursday.
Contact: Eileen Hodge Cullen
Location: Gaol Rd, Haughney Green, Kilkenny Email: managerstmarys@gmail.com
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Troy’s Court Day Care Centre
Lunch, exercise, personal care, chiropody and bingo. Monday to Thursday 11am to
3.30pm.
Contact: Frances Gilligan
Location: Troy’s Court, Kilkenny
Email: stcaniceshomes@eircom.net
DRAMA
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Ireland’s leading producer of professional theatre for children and young people has built
up a strong reputation for high quality, innovative styles of theatre. Based in Kilkenny,
Barnstorm tours its professional productions all over Ireland, as well as playing locally in
both the Watergate Theatre and its own theatre venue, The Barn.
Barnstorm also runs a vibrant Outreach and Education programme providing access and
training in theatre/drama to communities and individuals across Kilkenny City and County.
This is a flexible programme that invites individuals, organisations and communities to
discuss the possibility of realising theatre, arts and drama projects with us.
Kilkenny Youth Theatre: (junior and senior) runs during school terms for ages 11 to 18,
September enrolments. Youth Theatre Week summer camp in July.
Adult Theatre Club: a weekly programme of theatre workshops which gives local adults
the opportunity to learn about creating theatre and to meet new people.
Contact: Philip Hardy, Artistic Director
Anna Galligan, Outreach and Education
Email: info@barnstorm.ie
Location: Barnstorm Theatre Co, Church Lane, Kilkenny Website: www.barnstorm.ie
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Callan Variety Club
This club provides an annual week of entertainment in the week after Easter in St Brigid’s
College Concert Hall. Members rehearse for four months prior to the performances. Anyone
who enjoys singing and dancing is welcome to join (non-exam tied students please!).
Contact: Barry Henriques
Location: St Brigid’s College Concert Hall, Email: bhenriques@eircom.net
Callan, Co Kilkenny
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Deenside Players
This enthusiastic group stages an annual pantomime in February. New members welcome.
Auditions in October. Regular rehearsals, October to February.
Contact: Annette O’Connor
Conatct: Michael Brennan
Location: Community Hall, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
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Devious Theatre
This company, formed in Kilkenny in 2006, produces alternative theatre for young
audiences. Their aim is to make theatre a more viable social alternative for a new
generation of theatre goers. Check out their website for more details on their work.
Website: www.devioustheatre.com
Email: info@devioustheatre.com
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Gowran Pantomime Society
Meetings held every two weeks, September to March. The Society puts on an annual
show in Gowran Parish Hall. New members always welcome. For children and adults.
Contact: Eileen Byrne
Location: Gowran Parish Hall, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
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Jesters Stage Academy
Jesters is a stage school established in 1998. Students participate in the various disciplines
involved in stage performance including singing, dancing, acting and general stage craft
in a fun, yet educational way, while also enhancing social and personal skills. It caters for
students age 5 to 18.
Contact: Olivia
Niamh
Location: Scout’s Den, Bennettsbridge Rd, Kilkenny Email: niamh.coley@yahoo.com
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Speech and Drama
A confidence building course with emphasis on correct speech (diction work) and public
speaking, but also involves a wide variety of other aspects such as drama, puppet theatre,
mime, characterisation, improvisation and lots of fun. Suitable for children from first class
to sixth class. Speech examinations also available.
Contact: Ann O’Grady
See also Personal Development.
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Starlight Stage Productions
Kilkenny’s brightest performing arts school. Starlight runs classes in Ballycallan, Callan,
Castlecomer, Mullinahone and our home base in the Dancewise Studios, Newpark
Shopping Centre, Kilkenny City. The classes which consist of singing, drama and dance
cater for students age 4 to 7, 8 to 11 and 11 to 14. We also have an adult group. The school
has been running for eight years and has staged a number of big stage musicals, as well
as variety shows and has taken part in many other events. We also run summer camps,
details on our website.
Contact: Jason or Sharon
Website: www.starlightstageproductions.com
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Watergate Productions
Watergate Productions, Kilkenny’s oldest theatrical institution and consists of a group of
actors and directors who have represented theatre here for over 30 years.
Contact:
Ger Cody (Watergate Theatre)
DRUG AWARENESS
Mooncoin Parish Drug Awareness Programme
Under the auspices of the Irish Bishop’s Drug Initiative, meets Mondays 7pm to 9pm in the
Boys National School Mooncoin (October to May). Training courses in October for post
primary students in transition year and fifth year living in the Mooncoin catchment area.
These trained students run a peer education programme entitled ‘Drug Awareness and
Healthy Life Choices’ for confirmation classes in Mooncoin Parish.
Contact: David Conway
Christine Kelly
Email: jackconway2@eircom.net
Location: Boys NS, Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
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One to One Support Service
For individuals, families and concerned persons affected by substance misuse. Ossory
Youth through its Community Based Drug Initiatives offer a free support service for
anybody who needs support relating to their drug or alcohol use or for those who are
worried or affected by substance misuse.
Contact: David Gray / Mel Bay
Email: dgray@ossoryyouth.com
Email: mbay@ossoryyouth.com
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Templeorum Parish Drug Awareness Programme
Templeorum Parish Drug Awareness Programme under the auspices of the Irish Bishop’s
Drug Initiative.
Contact: Catherine O’Shea
Location: Piltown Parish Community Centre
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Email: catherineoshea11@gmail.com
DYSLEXIA
Dyslexia Association Ireland (DAI)
Aims to promote awareness of Specific Learning Disability (SLD/Dyslexia) and to serve
the needs of people with this difficulty. The DAI provides a free information service to the
public as well as other services. Local branches act as parent support groups, provide
information and run out-of-school facilities (Workshops) for children. Membership of the
Association is open to anyone concerned with promoting the treatment and prevention of
the problems of SLD/Dyslexia.
Contact: Dyslexia Association
Location: Suffolk Chambers, 1 Suffolk St, Dublin 2
Website: www.dyslexia.ie
Email: info@dyslexia.ie
ELDERLY
Active Retirement Association
Active Retirement Associations aim to help retired men and women, usually over the age
of 55, to lead full, happy and healthy retirements by offering organised opportunities for
a wide range of activities including holidays, outings and socials, creative and learning
programmes; indoor and outdoor sports and community work. There is an annual
insurance and affiliation fee and a nominal charge for meetings.
Contact:
Contact:
Website:
Kathleen Kumrig
Local Development Officer
Head Office
www.activeirl.ie
Active Retirement Association
Ballycallan
Community Hall
Ballyfoyle and District
Community Hall
Contact:
David Creane 087 6723838
Ballyragget
Canon Malone Hall
Callan and District, Friary House
Castlecomer, Community Hall
Ferrybank and District
Belmont Park
Ferrybank Ladies Club
Parish Hall
Email: info@activeirl.ie
Time
First Monday of the month, 2.30pm to 5pm (except
public holidays when meetings are held on the
second Monday)
First Tuesday of the month. 8pm during Summer
months, 7pm during Winter months. Ladies group
meets every Tuesday 2pm to 4pm
Every second Monday, 2.30pm except July and
August
Every second Wednesday, 2.30pm to 4pm
First Tuesday of the month, 3pm, except August
First Friday of the month, 2pm
Third Wednesday of the month, 8pm
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Freshford, Community Hall
Gowran, Dalton House
Graiguenamanagh, Duiske Inn
Johnstown and District
St Kieran’s Hall
Johnswell and District
Community Hall
Kilkenny
Club House Hotel
PAL Club Kilmanagh
Community Hall
St Mullins & District
Drummond Parish Hall
Slieverue
Parish Centre
Stoneyford
Community Hall
Thomastown & District
Tullaroan
Community Centre
Urlingford Thursday
The Mill, Family Resource Centre
Every Tuesday, 3pm
First Monday of the month, 2.30pm
Wednesdays, 3pm.
Thursdays, 2.30pm
First Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm
Second Monday of the month, 2.30pm,
except August
Every second Tuesday, 3pm to 5pm
Thursdays at 10.00
First Wednesday of the month, 2pm
First Wednesday of the month, 10.30am
First Tuesday of the month, 2.30pm
Every second Wednesday, 2pm to 4pm
Thursdays, 2pm
Age Action Ireland
Age Action is the national charity on ageing and older people. Our mission statement is
to make Ireland the best place in the world in which to grow older. Our aim is to improve
the quality of services for all older people, especially those who are most disadvantaged,
by enabling them to live full, independent and satisfying lives for as long as they wish, in
their own homes. Age Action provides a number of free services such as Care and Repair,
Getting Started, information and advocacy.
Contact: Lorraine Dorgan
Website: www.ageaction.ie
Email: info@ageaction.ie
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Ballykeefe PAL Club
Social Club with bingo, quizzes, fitness courses, talks and outings. Socially monitored
alarms supplied. Visits to older people’s homes. Every second Tuesday, 3pm to 5pm.
Contact: Ella O’Brien
Location: Old School, Kilmanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Providing sound for over 15 years.
• Free hearing tests.
• Qualified Hearing Aid Audiologists.
• The world’s smallest digital hearing aids.
• Hearing aid batteries only €1 per packet*.
• Grants available up to €1,000*.
• Government approved specialists.
• 90 Day money back guarantee*.
• 2 year warranty on all hearing aids.
• Complimentary aftercare.
• Consultants for Ayrfield Medical Practice.
93 High Street, Kilkenny.
056-7771652
www.celtichearing.ie
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Glenmore Golden Club
Bingo, talks, lunch and daytrips. Every second Tuesday, 10.30am to 1.30pm.
Contact: Maria Jones
Location: Glenmore Community Hall, Glenmore, Co Kilkenny
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Kilkenny/Carlow Contact
Befriending and support organisation for older people. Volunteers visit older people in their
own homes. If you would like a visit make contact with this friendly and helpful group. Can
contact Co-ordinator confidentially and directly. New volunteers always welcome.
Contact: Eleanor Doyle, Co-ordinator Telephone: 086 8530994
Location: c/o Fr McGrath Centre,
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Kilkenny Meals-on-Wheels
Meals-on-Wheels, Monday to Friday. Donations welcome.
Contact: Kitty Hunt
Location: Kilkenny Social Services, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
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Senior Group
Meet Mondays, 10.30am to 12pm in Treats by Cramers Grove, The Goods Shed,
MacDonagh Junction for coffee, chats, and speakers. Every third Monday we go bowling.
We also do day trips, holidays and weekends away. Men and women welcome, new
members always welcome.
Contact: Mary
Location: Treats by Cramers Grove, The Goods Shed, MacDonagh Junction, Kilkenny
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Side by Side Club
Thursdays, 2.30pm to 5pm. Social Club with exercise to music, pongo and tea. Regular
outings and Christmas dinner for John’s Parish.
Contact: Ron Bartlett
Location: St John’s Parish Hall, Dublin Rd, Kilkenny
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Third age Foundation / Senior Help Line
Third Age is a voluntary organisation dedicated to empowering local communities through the
contribution of older people. Third Age has over 1,000 older volunteers working throughout
Ireland as listeners, tutors, advocates and more.
Senior Help Line - LoCall 1850 440 444 - is a national confidential listening service for
older people provided by trained older volunteers for the price of a local call anywhere in
Ireland. Senior Help Line is open 10am to 10pm, 365 days a year, including Christmas day.
Fáilte Isteach, a Third Age programme provides classes in conversational English to nonIrish nationals throughout Ireland. Fáilte Isteach now has over 50 centres.
Third age National advocacy Programme provides volunteer advocates to nursing
homes throughout Ireland to the benefit of residents, families and nursing home staff.
An advocate helps a resident express their wishes and achieve their entitlements. All
volunteer advocates have participated in induction and on-going training, are supported
by the Advocacy Development Officer, undertake supervision and have Garda clearance.
Location: Summerhill, Co Meath
Website: www.thirdageireland.ie
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Thursday active Retirement Group
Arts and Crafts from pottery to painting, outings and socials, dancing and music, rings and
cards or whatever takes your fancy on the day.
Contact:
Teresa
Location: The Mill Family Resource Centre, Main St, Urlingford, Co Kilkenny
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Urlingford Club for the Elderly
Cards, bingo, talks, outings, concert trips, exercise, Christmas party, chiropody and
hairdresser. Tuesdays, 2pm to 5pm.
Contact:
Hyacinth Roche
Location: Urlingford Arms, Urlingford, Co Kilkenny
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Young of Heart
Meets Wednesdays, 2.30pm to 4.30pm. We do every activity imaginable. Daytrips,
music days, talks, bingo, kickboxing. Ring-a-Link will collect. Open to all parishes, age 50
upwards. €3 for afternoon
Contact:
Maura Huntley
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Kilkenny & Carlow Contact
Befriending Service for Older Persons Living Alone
Kilkenny & Carlow Contact is a Community Voluntary Organisation working
specifically with Older People in the Kilkenny & Carlow area.
We recruit volunteers to visit on a weekly basis, older people
living alone, who may be experiencing isolation and loneliness.
“Many older people, who live alone or are housebound, benefit from the support offered
by our Befriending Service. A team of specially trained volunteer befrienders pay
regular weekly visits to some of the most vulnerable older people in our communities”.
We also act as a support & advocacy service to the older people by networking with
groups & agencies in their own local communities i.e. Gardai, community alert, social
clubs, day centres, and health professionals to enable the person to live securely &
independently in their own home.
If you would like to be a Volunteer in our Organisation,
and have a hour or two each week to spare
Please ring Coordinator Eleanor Doyle or Community Development Officer
Mary Colclough at the Fr McGrath Centre on 056/7751988 Ext 6
ENVIRONMENT
an Taisce
The Kilkenny Local Association of An Taisce (National Trust for Ireland) are concerned
with heritage and the environment. They have regular meetings which consist of talks
by invited speakers on topics such as architecture, the Tree Council and the Eco Village
in Cloghjordan, Co Tipperary. These are public meetings and everyone is welcome.
Occasional outings are organised.
Contact:
Email: declan@murphykk.com
Declan Murphy
FaRMS
Nore Valley Park Open Farm
A fun and educational day out with a variety of activities, including bottle-feeding baby
animals, bouncing in straw, crazy golf, pedal go-karts, playground and maze. Group
activities available. There is also a picnic area and a tea room. Don’t miss the Easter Egg
Hunt a week before Easter – a challenge for children and adults. Open from beginning of
March until end of October, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 8pm. Closed Sunday. Annual and
weekly membership now available.
Cost:
Contact:
Location:
€6 per person for entry only. Some activities extra.
Samuel and Isobel Harper
Annamult (signposted Nore Valley
Email: norevalleypark@eircom.net
Park Farm), Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny Website: www.norevalleypark.com
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FESTIVALS
The following is a list of some of the many annual events and festivals that take
place across Kilkenny City and County. Don’t be stuck for something to do!
Castlecomer Wellington Race (January 1st)
Join in the largest rubber boot race in the world with hundreds of wellie-booted runners, in
all sorts of attire, over a 6.4km circuit. A great way to start the year!
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St Patrick’s Day (March 17th)
Entertainment on the streets of Kilkenny. Parades at various locations.
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Rhythm and Roots Weekend (May Bank Holiday)
Featuring a world class lineup of international and Irish Roots / Americana Acts.
Website
www.kilkennyroots.com
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Kilkenny Fleadh Ceoil (end of May)
A weekend of traditional music, set dancing, song and open air activities organised by
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.
Contact: Noreen O’Neill Email: comhaltaskk@eircom.net
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The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival (June Bank Holiday)
International comedy festival of great renown. Don’t stay at home – have a laugh!
Website: www.thecatlaughs.com
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Graiguenamanagh/Tinnahinch Regatta and Boat Rally Festival (June)
The festival includes musical events, sporting activities and comedy acts. The regatta
includes over 20 events from an Iron Man contest to cot (fishing boat) races, swimming
and diving competitions.
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Thomastown Traditional Irish Music Weekend (August Bank Holiday)
This annual event offers a weekend of live music in the pubs and on the streets of
Thomastown, Co Kilkenny.
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Ballykeeffe Mini Fest (August Bank Holiday)
Annual Family Fun Day. Events to be confirmed.
Website: www.ballykeeffe.com
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Kilkenny Arts Festival (early to mid-August)
This exciting festival takes place over two weekends and the intervening week. The festival
offers a spectacular variety of events, in Kilkenny City and County, to suit all ages and
tastes including art, crafts, classical, jazz, world and traditional music, poetry and book
readings, street performances, outdoor plays and workshops... Just be there!! Programme
available early July from the booking office. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Website: www.kilkennyarts.ie
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Heritage Week (mid to late August)
Organised by Dúchas there is something for everyone in Heritage Week such as guided
tours of Kilkenny Castle, exhibitions, nature walks, bird watching and guided tours of
Dúchas sites. Many events are free of charge during this week.
Website: www.heritageireland.ie
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Iverk Agricultural Show (last Saturday in August)
This agricultural show dates back to 1826 and is one of the largest in the country.
Showcases the best of livestock, poultry, produce and crafts, as well as featuring showjumping. Held annually in Piltown, Co Kilkenny.
Website: www.iverkshow.com
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Graiguenamanagh Town of Books Festival (late August)
Antiquarian, general second-hand and bargain book dealers descend on the village of
Graiguenamanagh offering thousands of books to suit all tastes and budgets. Readings,
book valuations and entertainment are on offer.
Website: www.booktownireland.com
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Savour Kilkenny Food Festival (October Bank Holiday)
Savour Kilkenny is a festival with a true community heart run by a voluntary committee of
Kilkenny people who are passionate about food. Growing it, making it, cooking it, sharing
it and eating it – all are celebrated each year in a rainbow programme. If you’re reading
this, the chances are you agree that food is one of life’s simplest yet richest pleasures. In
a world that’s changed so much and so quickly, it connects us to nature and to each other.
We’re lucky to have an exceptionally vibrant and creative food culture here and Savour
Kilkenny is a chance to throw open our doors and invite you (and the rest of the world!) to
join the party and enjoy it with us.
Website:
Email: info@savourkilkenny.com
www.savourkilkenny.com
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Éigse Sliabh Rua Co Kilkenny (November)
This traditional festival is based in Slieverue village and includes a seminar on local
music and national history, children’s historical tour, poetry readings and tours to historical
locations.
Contact: Katherine Grant Telephone: 051 832482
Location: Rhu Glenn Hotel, Slieverue Village
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Dancing for Pleasure (November)
A social dancing festival with tuition every morning and dancing to live bands in the
evenings. Gala dinner on Thursday night.
Contact: Bob Ormsby Telephone: 053 9133214
Location: Springhill Court Hotel, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Chess Festival (Last weekend in November)
With games played at five different grades including Grand Masters and International
Masters and attracting players from as far afield as Russia, this international festival
welcomes all chess enthusiasts. Free to spectators. Venues will be Butler House and the
Club House Hotel.
Contact: Jack Lowry
Email: chess@iol.ie
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Kilkenomics Festival (November)
This unique festival brings together economists, financial analysts, journalists and other
specialists to discuss issues that are affecting all our lives. What’s different here is the
serious people are joined by comedians who help keep the discussion in layman’s terms
so we can all understand what they’re talking about! As it says in the brochure “it’s serious
but it’s great fun too!”
Website:
www.kilkenomics.com
FILM
Kilkenny Film Club
The Kilkenny Film Club aims to bring international, independent and World Cinema to the
attention of enthusiasts and film buffs living and working in the South East. Screenings are
only open to members. Season Ticket €40 (8 Films) or €8 per night.
Season runs September to April. Membership only available to over 18’s.
Contact: Steve Cullen Location: The Set Theatre, John St, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennyfilmclub.com
Email: kilkennyfilmclub@mac.com
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Young Irish Film Makers
A digital film training and production organisation based in Kilkenny City. We are looking for
young people, ages 13 to 18 with an interest in making films, creating websites and learning
advanced digital media skills. Our new ten-week training and production programme
begins in September and January. Free entry selection workshops in September. Limited
places available. Full details on website. Week-long summer camp July and August.
Contact: Angela Walsh
Location: St Joseph’s Studio, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.yifm.com
See also Cinema.
Email: ang@yifm.com
FIRST AID
First Aid & Safety Courses
Occupational First Aid (FETAC Level 5), First Aid for Childcare Providers, First Aid
Refresher, Pediatric First Aid courses. Training in use of defibrillators (AED). Manual
Handling/Patient Handling, Fire Extinguisher/Fire Warden courses.
Contact: Michael Kinsella
Location: Courses at your location,
Email: lifesavertraining@hotmail.com
or an arranged venue
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Health Training Kilkenny
First Aid training, including occupational/basic first aid, and defibrillator training. Manual
Patient Handling courses.
Contact: Eileen Gunner
Email: info@healthtraining.ie
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Kilkenny Chamber
Three day Occupational First Aid courses and refresher courses for re-certification are
run all year round and are open to members of the Kilkenny Chamber and non-members.
Courses are subsidised.
Email: billy.oneill@kilkennychamber.ie
Contact: Alison McGrath Location: The Maltings, Tilbury Place, James St, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Money Advice & Budgeting Service
A Free Confidential Independent Service
Problems paying off debts?
Experiencing Financial Difficulties?
Need advice on Money Management?
Help is Available
Contact us Now for an appointment
Tel:
| Email: kilkenny@mabs.ie
or write to:
Kilkenny MABS, 8 William Street, Kilkenny
Helping People to Help Themselves
Order of Malta
ambulance Corps
Courses offered. Cardiac First Response/AED and Pediatric and Basic First Aid.
Contact:
Heather Woods
Inquiries for ambulance cover at events:
Concerts / Festivals / Sports / Equestrian / Community Service.
Contact:
Olga Brennan, Ambulance Duty Manager
Cadets (ages 10 to 16) meet on Thursday, 7pm to 8.30pm.
Contact:
Gillian Kelly
Email: kilkenny@orderofmalta.ie
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Premier First aid
Two day courses in Basic First Aid (paediatric based), three day courses in Health and
Safety (occupational first aid) and half day courses in defibrillation available.
Contact:
Email: mauricewadding@eircom.net
Maurice
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FLYING
Irish Aero Sports Flying Club
Specialising in flight training for the sport and recreation pilot including, air experience
flights, ground school, flight training and preparation for a flight test for PPL (m). Flight
training available 7 days per week. Air experience and trial lessons available. A great
aviation-based social atmosphere is encouraged with fly-ins, BBQs, breakfast gatherings
and trips to sport aviation events throughout the year. Introductory flying lesson gift
certificates available.
Contact:
Website:
Email: vincentvaughan@eircom.net
Vincent Vaughan
www.irishaerosports.com
FOOD
Market
Held every Thursday from early morning to early afternoon, this is the place to go to find
locally produced cheeses, organic vegetables, home-baking, and a host of other goodies
to tempt your palate!
Location: The Parade, Kilkenny City
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TASTE of Kilkenny
TASTE of Kilkenny promotes awareness of local food producers and the food outlets,
cafés and restaurants that support such businesses. The aim is to encourage a broader
consciousness of the processes involved before our food reaches our plate. TASTE of
Kilkenny invites you to use this trail to discover the countryside farms and city restaurants
where you can sample and buy locally produced, high quality foods.
Contact: Trail Kilkenny
Location: 8 Patrick’s Court, Patrick St, Kilkenny
GAELIC FOOTBALL
Kilkenny Ladies’ Gaelic Football
There are currently 6 adult and 6 juvenile Ladies Gaelic Football Clubs in Co Kilkenny. The
Club season within the county is from March until September.
Contact: Noelle Curran, Ladies Football PRO
Website: www.ladiesgaelic.ie
Email: noelle.curran@yahoo.ie
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Kilkenny Men’s Gaelic Football
Club season runs September to March and County season April to August.
Contact:
Website:
Email: toreillypc@eircom.net
Tom O’Reilly, Secretary
www.kilkennygaa.ie
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GENERAL COURSES
Back to Education Initiative (BTEI)
BTEI provides free FETAC accredited part-time learning opportunities for young people
and adults who meet the eligibility criteria. Priority is given to those with less than Leaving
Certificate standard of education. Unwaged participants with Leaving Certificate standard
of education who are in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment and/or Medical Card and/or
signing for credits are also eligible to take part free of charge. Programmes are offered
throughout the City and County, and are offered throughout the year on a flexible part-time
basis in the mornings, afternoons, evenings or at weekends. Modules/programmes on
offer include: Computers (beginners and intermediate), Art and Crafts, Communications,
Personal Development, Introduction to Childcare, Introduction to Healthcare Support,
Office Skills, Horticulture, Childcare including Special Needs, Healthcare Support, Visual
Art & Design (KCAT), Theatre Studies (KCAT – Callan).
Contact: Mary Butler, BTEI Coordinator
Email: mary.btei@kkvec.ie
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Community Education
This service facilitates and supports community based learning in locations throughout
the City and County. Its aim is to encourage adults to return to learning in their own local
communities. Subjects include personal development, art, sign language, crafts, computer
skills and others as identified by the community or group themselves. Classes generally
run for 6 to 10 weeks and the VEC assists funding a tutor or facilitator. A minimum number
of participants is required to begin a class.
Contact: Martha Bolger, Telephone: 056 7786896
Email: comedkk@eircom.net
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Kilkenny VEC (see advertisement in this booklet)
County Kilkenny VEC run a variety of evening classes in locations around the County.
Courses range from short hobby and leisure subjects to longer work-orientated programmes
which can lead to certification. Evening classes provide the opportunity to learn a new skill
or brush up on an existing one in a friendly relaxed environment.
Enrolment takes place in September and January of each year. Details of classes and
enrolment nights are available from each School/Centre directly and are advertised
through the VEC website, on local radio and in the local newspapers.
Schools/Centres include:
Location
Ballyhale, Scoil Aireagail
Ferrybank, Abbey Community College
Graiguenamanagh, Duiske College
Kilkenny City Vocational School, New St
Johnstown, Coláiste Mhuire
Mooncoin, Coláiste Cois Siúire
Thomastown, Grennan College
Thomastown, Grennan Mill Craft School
Telephone
056 7768632
051 832930
059 9724177
056 7722108
056 8831135
051 895112
056 7724112
056 7724557
For general enquiries:
County Kilkenny VEC Adult Guidance Service
Lr New St, Kilkenny
County Kilkenny VEC Adult Education Service
43 Upr Patrick St, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennyvec.ie
Email: aaed@indigo.ie
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Hairdressing - Scoil Aireagail
Department of Education and Science Senior and Junior Trade City and Guilds of London
Diploma and FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Hairdressing. Two year course.
Contact: Suzanne Maher Location: Scoil Aireagail, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny
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Kildalton College
Kildalton College offers a wide range of further and higher level courses in agriculture,
horticulture and equine studies. Courses range from Certificate to Degree level (in
conjunction with Waterford Institute of Technology). Kildalton also offers a wide range
of adult training programmes and short courses in association with the local Teagasc
Advisory Services.
Location: Piltown, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.teagasc.ie/kildalton
Email: catherine.power@teagasc.ie
Facebook: Teagasc Kildalton College
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Kilkenny Campus, National University of Ireland (NUI) Maynooth (see advertisement
in this booklet)
Third level campus offering degrees, diplomas, postgraduate and certificate courses, parttime at evenings and weekends.
Subjects include: Addiction Studies; Adult and Community Education; Arts in Healthcare;
Community Studies (BA degree); Counselling Skills; Creative Writing for Publication;
Culture and Society; Gaeilge; Local History; Local Studies (BA degree); People, Place
and Heritage; Psychology; Training & Continuing Education.
Variety of short courses (4 to 10 weeks) also available. See website for details. Kilkenny
Campus shares space with St Kieran’s College.
Location: Kilkenny Campus, College Rd, Kilkenny
Website: http://kilkenny.nuim.ie
Email: kilkenny.campus@nuim.ie
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Kilkenny LEADER Partnership (see advertisement in this booklet)
Kilkenny LEADER Partnership (KLP) is the non-profit integrated company driving community
development and rural enterprise in Kilkenny City and County. The aim of KLP is to empower
local communities to improve their quality of life by providing information, assistance,
support and training. A diverse range of adult courses is offered from KLP Outreach Offices
in Graiguenamanagh, Castlecomer and across the County and City. Contact our offices to
locate your nearest KLP office and find out what we can do to help you.
Contact: Kilkenny LEADER Partnership
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Lavistown House
Lavistown brings people together to learn and to have fun doing it. The weekend courses
run from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon. Day courses last from 10am to 5pm
and are usually on Saturday. They cater for about 15 people and are always informal and
enjoyable. The price of each course covers your accommodation, food and tuition. Check
website for course programme.
Contact: Roger and Olivia Goodwillie
Location: Lavistown House, Kilkenny
Website: www.lavistownhouse.com
Email: lavistown@eircom.net
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Addiction Studies
Counselling Skills
Creative Writing for Publication
Culture and Society
Gaeilge
People, Place and Heritage
Psychology
Theological Studies
Training and Continuing Education
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BA Degrees
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BA Community Studies (combining Anthropology, Sociology, Geography, Applied Social
Studies, Adult & Community Education)
BA Local Studies (combining History, Geography, Ancient Classics, Gaeilge)
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Certificate, Diploma or Masters (M Ed) in Adult and Community Education
MA in Local History
Certificate in Arts in Healthcare
Springboard Courses (one year, free to eligible jobseekers)
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NUI Certificate in Software Development (Level 8)
NUI Certificate in Renewable Energy Technologies (Level 7)
Non-exam Courses
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Archaeology, Literature, Local History, Philosophy…
New from 2013: take the first year of your full-time Arts degree in Kilkenny!
Course Fees
One-year courses from €995
Non-exam courses from €100
Contact us: 056 7775910/ 087 2630999
http://kilkenny.nuim.ie
NUI Maynooth’s Kilkenny Campus shares space with St. Kieran’s College
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Ormonde College of Further Education
Courses available include: Animal Care, Art, Art and Business, Beauty Therapy, Business
Management, Business Studies (financial), Childcare, Community Health Care with
Social Studies, Nursing Studies, Media Studies, Office Administration, Security, Exercise
& Health Fitness. Many courses are FETAC accredited. Most courses are completed on
a full-time basis over one year.
Location: Ormonde College of Further Education,
Ormonde Rd, Kilkenny
Email: info@ormondecollege.ie
Website: www.ormondecollege.ie
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Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
VTOS provides people who are unemployed with a range of learning options from the
practical to the academic. Programmes on offer are Certificate in Information Processing
(FETAC Level 5), E-Business (FETAC Level 5), City and Guilds awards, Leaving
Certificate, Junior Certificate options and Woodcarving.
Contact: Geraldine Moran, VTOS Co-Coordinator
Location: VTOS, Bishop Birch Training Institute, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.vtoskk.ie
Email: info@vtoskk.ie
GIRL GUIDES
Kilkenny County Girl Guides
Ladybirds for age 5 to 7; Brownies for age 7 to 10;
Guides for age 10 upwards.
Adult leaders.
For details of your local group meetings:
Contact: Liz McDonagh, Ladybirds
Mary Lawlor, Brownies
Margaret Patterson, Guides
See also Scouting Ireland.
GOLF
Callan Golf Club
18-hole course. Visitors welcome. Bar and catering available. Check availability of green
fees in advance. Under 10’s must be accompanied by an adult. Coaching for juveniles in
the summer. Summer camp for members.
Contact:
Juveniles:
Location:
Website:
Margaret Maher
Sean Walzer Geraldine, Callan, Co Kilkenny
www.callangolfclub.com
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Email: info@callangolfclub.com
Carrigleade Golf Course
18-hole course, par 58. Open daily, daylight hours. Equipment hire available.
Contact: Dan Galavan or Bridie
Location: Carrigleade Cross, St Mullins,
Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Castlecomer Golf Club
18-hole course, par 72, bar facilities available. Visitors welcome. From age 8 upwards.
Open for membership.
Location: Drumgoole, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.castlecomergolf.com
Email: info@castlecomergolf.com
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Gowran Park
18-hole golf course. Membership enquiries welcome. From age 8 upwards. Bar and
restaurant.
Location: Gowran, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.gowranpark.ie
Email: golf@gowranpark.ie
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Gowran Pitch and Putt
18-hole course. Club hire available. Green fees, hire of clubs and balls can be paid for at
Hennessy’s Garage (Topaz). Open all day, every day.
Location: Goresbridge Rd, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Golf Club
18-hole Championship golf course. Facilities include pro shop and clubhouse. Private
lessons available. Regular competitions and social events. From age 8 upwards.
Location: Glendine, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennygolfclub.com
Email: enquiries@kilkennygolfclub.com
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Lacken Pitch and Putt
18 holes. Open 7 days from 9.30am to dark. Clubs available for hire.
Membership: Juveniles aged 10 to 16 €25, Adults €50 and families €90.
Green Fees: Juveniles €2 and Adults €5.
Contact: Ger Grace
Location: St Canice’s Hospital Grounds, Dublin Rd, Kilkenny
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Mount Juliet Golf Club
Jack Nicklaus-designed par 72, Championship 18-hole golf course in an outstanding
setting. 18-hole, par 53 putting course. Visitors welcome.
Website: www.mountjuliet.ie
Email: info@mountjuliet.ie
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Mountain View Golf Club
This 18-hole golf course provides spectacular views of Slievenamon and the Comeragh
mountains. Full bar and restaurant. From age 8 upwards.
Location: Kiltorcan, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.mviewgolf.com
Email: info@mviewgolf.com
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Newpark Golf Driving Range
Enclosed bays, putting green and pitching area. Open 10am to 9pm Monday to Friday
and 10am to 6pm Saturday and Sunday. Lessons available from golf pro. From age 10 to
adult. 10 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: Large basket €10 and small basket €5.
Contact: Breda or Owen Phelan
Contact: Keith Mongan (Golf Pro)
Location: Newpark, Kilkenny
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The Pococke Golf Course
Pay-as-you-play 18-hole, par 3 and par 4 course. Open seven days a week from 9am to
dark. Club hire, sales and snacks available, groups catered for on request. Special offers
during the week for unemployed and OAP’s.
Location: Johnswell Rd, Kilkenny
GREYHOUND RACING
Kilkenny Greyhound Stadium
Meetings held Wednesday and Friday at 8pm. Parties welcome.
Location: St James Park, Freshford Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.igb.ie
GYMNASTICS
Fitkids
Educational gymnastic and fitness programmes for ages 2 to 12, laying the stepping
stones to an active and healthy future. Camps available during summer months and
school holidays.
Contact:
Website:
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Email: majella.obrien@fitkids.ie
Kilkenny Gymnastics Club
Suitable for ages 3 to 22. Friday, 3pm to 7pm (one hour coaching) during school term.
Contact: Catriona Foley
Location: St Canice’s Community Hall, Grange’s Rd, Kilkenny
Email: catrionafoley2004@eircom.net
HANDBALL
Handball Clubs
Handball is played year round. Irish courts (60 x 30) are used during the summer (May
to September) and the American courts (40 x 20) are used during the winter (October
to April). Clubs are located at Clogh, Galmoy, Goresbridge, Kells, Kilfane, Lisdowney,
Mothel, Muckalee, Mullinavat, O’Loughlins (Kilkenny), St Canice’s (Kilkenny), Talbot’s
Inch (Kilkenny) and Windgap.
Contact: Seamus Reade
Website: www.handball.kilkenny.gaa.ie
Email: chairman.handball.kilkenny@gaa.ie
Expressive Arts Ireland www.expressiveartsireland.com
We run workshops - for professional
and self- development.
Using the arts, storytelling, music, drama,
movement, play, imagination.
For creative communication and therapy.
Professionally qualified facilitators
(I.A.C.A.T members.)
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Introduction workshops and on going
courses for adults.
Team-building for organisations,
schools, groups.
Camps with Expressive Arts for
children and teenagers.
For more information and to register please
contact expressiveartsireland@gmail.com
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HEALTH & WELL-BEING
Homeopathic First Aid / Positive Living Workshops
See website for details of courses available.
Contact: Breda Gardner
Website: www.bredagardner.com
Email: breda@bredagardner.com
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Hypnosis Academy
Train to be a professional hypno-therapist with Susan Wallace. International accreditation
available.
Contact: Susan Wallace
Email: cognitivehypnosisacademy.com
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Infant Massage
Suitable for new-born to pre-crawling. Parents learn how to massage their babies.
Contact: Rosemary Doherty
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Kilkenny Recreation & Sports Partnership (KRSP)
KRSP is committed to promoting healthy living and personal development through
recreational and sporting activity within all age groups, and throughout the whole
community of Kilkenny City and County. KRSP works with local agencies and community
groups to provide activities for all abilities and ages. KRSP organises both generic and
sports specific courses in Kilkenny e.g. Basic First Aid, Inclusive Games Training, The
Code of Ethics & Good Practice for Children’s Sport and sport specific coaching courses.
Contact the KRSP office for further information, to register your details to receive a
calendar of events or to seek assistance in organising courses for your own local area.
Find us on Facebook.
Contact: Michelle Grennan-McWilliams
Email: info@krsp.ie
Location: Desart Hall, New St, Kilkenny
Website: www.krsp.ie
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kilkennysports
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Massage and Meditation
Classes available.
Contact:
Judith Ashton Don’t forget to check with providers to see whether those with disabilities can
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Patricia Fox
Acupuncture without the needles. Treatments, talks and workshops. Twenty years’
experience. Shiatsu therapist. The “Artists Way”, a 12-week course in discovering and
recovering your creative self, based on book by Julia Cameron. Laughter Yoga, initiated
from India by Dr Kataria.
Contact: Patricia Fox
Location: Kilkenny City venue
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Self-Management
Dealing with anxiety and fear, self-esteem and confidence building, overcoming anger,
stress management, communication skills, developing harmonious relationships,
relaxation techniques, meditation. Personal consultations and group presentations.
Contact: Maureen Ryan
Email: maureenryan1@hotmail.com
HISTORY
Dúchas
Dúchas, Tullaherin Heritage Society, was founded in 1991. Its aims are to research and
record the wealth of history and folklore of the Tullaherin area in order to foster among the
people of the parish a greater interest in and awareness of their past. During the summer
months, tours are organised to sites of historical interest throughout the South-East. Nonmembers are welcome. The Society also organises a series of lectures during the winter
months. The society has a bi-annual journal In the Shadow of the Steeple.
Contact: Mary Cassin
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Gowran and District Vintage Club
A club for anyone interested in collecting, preserving and showing artifacts from the past,
including steam engines, cars, tractors, motorbikes and farm machinery. Members hold an
annual rally in Dunbell, Co Kilkenny on the weekend following the August Bank Holiday.
Everyone is welcome to join.
Contact: Aoife Brady
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Graiguenamanagh Historical Society
This society holds regular meetings throughout the year, with guest lecturers and outings
during the summer months. The society has erected several memorial plaques and stones
commemorating local people of historical interest.
Contact: David Flynn
Location: Graiguenamanagh Library
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Kilkenny Archaeological Society
This society aims to promote and renew interest in the history and antiquities of Kilkenny
City and County. A varied programme of lectures is organised during the winter months
and there are outings during the summer. Non-members are welcome.
Location: Rothe House, Parliament St, Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7722893
Website
www.rothehouse.com
Email: info@rothehouse.com
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Mullinavat Classic and Vintage Club
We are interested in all things vintage and our show takes place in Mullinavat. We plan to
get bigger and better every year to become the best vintage show around.
Contact: Paddy Dungan
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South Kilkenny Historical Society
The aim of the South Kilkenny Historical Society is to promote and renew interest in the
history, heritage and folklore of South Kilkenny. They have planned a number of events
for Heritage Week. Meetings are held once a month on the last Thursday of the month,
everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Eddie Synott Location: Parish Hall, Mullinavat, Co Kilkenny
Email: edsynott@yahoo.co.uk
HOCKEY
Kilkenny Ladies’ Hockey Club
Season runs from late August to April. Training Tuesday 7.30pm and Friday 8pm. Look for
us on Facebook.
Contact: Jenny Wallace
Location: Kilkenny College, Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny
Website: kilkennyhockey.com
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Kilkenny Men’s Hockey Club
Season runs from late August to April. Training on Fridays. Matches played on Saturdays/
Sundays. Sunday mornings for children.
Contact: Donal Cadogan
Location: Kilkenny College, Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny
HOMEWORK CLUBS
Homework club open to local community. Primary and secondary school children. Monday
to Thursday afternoons. Adult volunteers always needed.
Contact: Karin Todd or Georgina Brady
Location: Family Resource Centre, St Joseph’s Rd, Kilkenny
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Fountain of Knowledge
Personalised tuition for children falling behind in their school work in English and Maths.
From age 6. One to one tuition available with qualified teacher, suitable time arranged.
Contact: Monica Kelly
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Kilkenny Traveller Community Movement After Schools Club
KTCM assists and supports Traveller children of primary and secondary school age,
in the Hebron and Wetlands areas of Kilkenny City and Rosbercon, Co Kilkenny, to do
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participating children.
Contact: Claire Kenealy
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Kumon Maths and English programmes
For children of all ages and abilities, whether they’re high-flyers, struggling or you just want
to give them a boost, Kumon individually prepared programmes run all year (including
school holidays) to build skills and confidence and develop independence. Kilkenny
Kumon Study Centre is open Wednesday afternoon and Saturday morning in Desart Hall,
New St, Kilkenny. Initial registration fee €40; Monthly subject fee: €76.
Contact: Sue Townsin
Email: kilkenny@kumoncentre.ie
Website: www.kumon.ie/kilkenny
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After-school programmes for primary school children Monday to Friday 1.45pm to 5.30pm,
homework support, snack and variety of fun activities. Summer camps available.
Contact: Louise Nolan
Location: Newpark Close Family Resource Centre
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Tiny Tots Paradise Crèche Homework Club
Homework club 2pm to 6.30pm daily. A hot meal is provided, homework done and age
appropriate games and equipment.
Contact: Geraldine Russell
Location: Parnagowen, Outrath Road, Kilkenny
Email: tinytotsparadise@live.ie
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HORSES
Gowran Park Racecourse
Gowran Park is the only Grade 1 racecourse in the South East, with sixteen top-quality
National Hunt and Flat meetings all year round. Gowran Park provides modern facilities,
in the heart of racing country. Enjoy the excitement and spectacle of a day at the races!
Location: Mill Rd, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.gowranpark.ie
Email: reception@gowranpark.ie
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Grennan College
The Grennan College Equestrian Centre offers one or two year practical and academic
courses for those seeking careers in the horse industry. The Centre has an all-weather
outdoor ménage and an indoor school. Courses available in Equestrian Studies and
Horsemanship. Qualifications include FETAC Level 5 Certificate, British Horse Society
Stages 1, 2 and 3 and Preliminary Teacher Training (PTT) – Assistant Instructor.
Contact: Bridgette McCarthy
Location: Grennan College Equestrian Centre,
Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
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Irish Pony Club
The Irish Pony Club offers instruction and training in riding and horse/pony care and they
organise annual summer camps. Annual membership €90.00.
Contact: Mary Fitzpatrick
Location: National Office, Freshford, Co Kilkenny
Kilkenny County branches are:
Branch Contact
Telephone
Kilkenny Hunt Branch
Sylvester Ryan
059 9724854/ 086 8206860
North Kilkenny Branch
Austin Finn
086 2541425
Warrington Pony Club
Cindy Hutchinson
056 7726355/ 086 3289072
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Kilkenny Top Flight Equestrian Centre
Facilities include an all-weather outdoor arena, an indoor arena, café and well-stocked
shop. Home of the Warrington Riding and Pony Clubs. Full cross-country course. Trekking
available Tuesday to Saturday. Group or individual lessons available for children from age
6 and for adults. Livery available. Five day summer camps available.
Contact: Ann and Tom Moloney
Location: Warrington, Kilkenny (off the Bennettsbridge Road)
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Mount Juliet
The equestrian centre provides over sixteen miles of bridle-paths within this beautiful
mature country estate, two outdoor arenas and cross-country. Lessons available in
flatwork, showjumping, cross-country and trail-riding. Group or individual lessons from
age 6. Six lessons for the price of five, if block booked for regular children/adults coming
once weekly.
Contact: Jennifer Reid
Email: equestrian@mountjuliet.ie
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Nuenna Farm Equestrian Centre
Offers an indoor and outdoor arena and an extensive cross-country course. Home to North
Kilkenny Pony Club and Nuenna Farm Riding Club. Private and group tuition available
from age 7. Summer camps available.
Contact: Gillian Maher
Location: Kilkenny Rd, Freshford, Co Kilkenny
Email: nuennaequestrian@hotmail.com
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HORTICULTURE
County Kilkenny Horticultural Society
A club for anyone interested in gardening and horticulture. Regular meetings take place
from February to November for talks and demonstrations. During the summer months
garden visits to various parts of the country are arranged. New members very welcome.
Membership costs €20 per year.
Contact: Claire Bourke
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Grennan College
One year full-time FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Horticulture. The course is a partnership
with Kilkenny County Council and Woodstock Gardens in Inistioge. Part of each week
is spent in the classroom on theory, research and design with emphasis on traditional
gardening methods used in heritage gardens. Remaining time is spent in Woodstock
Gardens where practical subjects will be taught.
Contact: Edel Cleary Location: Grennan College, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Email: grennancollege@eircom.net
HURLING
Hurling Clubs (see advertisement in this booklet)
For details of your local club and general enquiries check the website below or contact the
PRO. Contact details and application forms for the Supporters Club are also available
on the website.
Website:
Email: pro.kilkenny@gaa.ie
www.kilkennygaa.ie
For details of your local club’s activities contact the Club Secretary.
Club
Dicksboro
James Stephens
O’Loughlin Gaels
Contact
Pat Moylan
Anne Bawle (camogie)
Val Malone, PRO
Margaret Hanlon
For information on youth activities:
Contact: Val Malone
John Comerford
Telephone
086 2865241
087 7468543
086 8975665
087 2298028
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Kilkenny
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Life!
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KilkennyKids!
Kids!
and
Life!
2012
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INFORMATION
A free and confidential information service available on a wide range of topics. Call in or
telephone to avail of help from one of our trained information providers.
Telephone: 0761 07 7910
Location: 4 The Parade, Kilkenny
The Friary, Callan
Main St, Graiguenamanagh
c/o The Credit Union, Mooncoin
Website: www.citizensinformation.ie
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Ossory Youth Information
Services Offered (by appointment only)
Career Guidance, CV preparation, assistance with completion of application forms. Teen
Between (active listening service for young people who have been affected by parents’
separation or divorce).
Outreach services
The Youth Information Service provides an outreach service to groups working with young
people throughout Kilkenny. We offer programmes in: Sexual Health, Mental Health, Drug
Awareness, Interview Skills, Career Guidance.
We also provide information on travel, young people’s rights & entitlements etc. Free
internet access and low cost printing available. Please ring before dropping in to ensure
availability of youth information officer.
Contact: Jane Furey
Website: www.ossoryyouth.com
Email: jfurey@ossoryyouth.com
INLINE SKATING
Kilkenny Bandits Inline Hockey Club
Inline skating is like ice hockey (but without the ice!), with high-speed action and skill. This
is a fast growing sport. Anyone from age 8 is welcome. Training provided. Meet Sundays
and Wednesdays, 7pm. Look for us on Facebook.
Contact: Steve Barcoe
Location: Paulstown Community Hall, Paulstown, Co Kilkenny
KARTING
Kiltorcan Raceway
1,000 metre outdoor karting circuit and 270cc karts. Full training and safety equipment
supplied. From age 10 to adults. Open six days, closed on Mondays, except on public
holidays.
Location: Kiltorcan, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny
Off the N9, halfway between Kilkenny and Waterford
Website: www.kiltorcan.com
Email: info@kiltorcan.com
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AMBER
Kilkenny Women’s Refuge
Support and Information Service,
Lacken, Dublin Road.
Helpline
1850 42 42 44
Support and Information Centre
Open 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Refuge and Helpline
Operating 24 HourS
Confidential Service Provided
Amber is a new start for women and children
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Adult Learning Scheme (Word Aid)
English language classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced. Classes are offered
September to June, on a part-time basis, mornings and evenings. Register on-line or
contact Helen. Classes are subject to availability and fees may apply.
Contact: Helen Walsh
Email: hwalsh.wordaid@kkvec.ie
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English Classes
English Classes available.
Contact: Tom Dowling
Location: Presbyterian Church, New Rd, Kilkenny
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English Language & Social Integration Programme
Open to those in possession of a valid Green Card with a Stamp 4. Free, part-time course
to improve English language skills.
Contact: Helen Walsh
Email: hwalsh.wordaid@kkvec.ie
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FRENCH
Alliance Française
French conversation and written French evening classes run by qualified teachers for
adults and children of all abilities from beginners to advanced conversation. Classes
also available for Junior Cert and Leaving Cert. There are social and cultural evenings
consisting of talks, films and meals out once a month. Enrolment early September and
early January.
Contact: Fred Tuite
Email: humboltaf@eircom.net
Website: www.afkilkenny.org
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IRISH
Gaelscoil Osraí
Irish language classes provided for adult beginners, improvers and advanced. Courses
start in autumn subject to demand. Ring mid-September for information.
Location: Gaelscoil Osraí, Loughboy, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
ITALIAN
Italian Classes
Going to Italy? Or just back? Interested in Italian language and cooking culture? During
the 5 classes you will discover the beauty and variety of Italian food. 1: pasta and Pane
(bread), 2: formaggio and salumi (cheese and salami), 3: frutta and verdure (fruit and
vegetables), 4: dolci (desserts) and 5: vino (wine). Everything will be supported by ‘un
po di Italiano’ (a little Italian grammer) to allow you to read, and understand, an Italian
restaurant menu and enjoy better your trip to Italy! Buon appetite!
Contact: Claudio Lazzarotto
Email: info@gannetschool.it
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SPANISH
Hola
Hola’s classes are different, you speak and are engaged in conversation for most of the
class using role-play and props to simulate common situations, from age 5 upwards. The
main language being taught at present is Spanish.
Contact: Valerie
Email: holakilkenny@gmail.com
Location: Kilkenny, Freshford and Urlingford
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Spanglish
Spanglish specialises in the Spanish language and offers Spanish lessons from beginners
to advanced. Group and private lessons to suit everybody’s needs. For adults and children
from age 3, we aim for a fun and friendly approach to education so that everyone enjoys
learning. Summer camps for ages 4 to 12.
Contact:
Location:
Website:
Isabel Balchada
Cristina Mesa
Email: spanglishkilkenny@yahoo.ie
Unit 2, Abbey Business Centre, Abbey St, Kilkenny
www.spanglishkilkenny.webs.com
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LIBRARIES
Kilkenny County Library Service www.kilkennylibrary.ie
Kilkenny County Library Service has 7 libraries and a mobile unit. An eighth library at
Ferrybank will open in 2012.
All the libraries are wheelchair accessible with a range of accessible formats/software
available. A Hearing Aid Loop System is available in all libraries.
Membership is free, except for adults in full-time employment.
Services include:
• A wide selection of novels and factual books for adults, teenagers and children.
• Music CD’s, DVD’s, Language courses.
• Schools’ Service: fostering the reading habit for Primary school pupils and supports
for teachers.
• Book Clubs: providing facilities, expertise and books for library-based book clubs
around the county.
• Local Studies: preserving the cultural transcript of Kilkenny City and County and
providing free access to both local studies and genealogical materials available at
Library Headquarters, John’s Green House, Kilkenny
• Internet access and online resources including: Britannica Online, Naxos Music Library,
www.askaboutireland.ie, Griffith’s valuation. ENFO (environmental information), Irish
Times Archive and Ordnance Survey Ireland, JSTOR (academic journals).
• A programme of activities for adults and children is organised throughout the year e.g.
author visits, arts and crafts, exhibitions, events for the Bealtaine Festival, the Summer
Reading Challenge for children and the Children’s Book Festival.
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Excluding Bank
Holiday w’ends
LIBRARY CONTACT DETAILS
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Callan 056 7794183
callan@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
2-5
5.30-8
Closed
10-1
2-5
Closed
10-1.30
Castlecomer 056 4440561
castlecomer@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
10-8
10-5
10-5
10-1
10-1.30
Graiguenamanagh 056 7794178
graiguenamanagh@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
10-8
10-5
10-5
10-5
10-1.30
Kilkenny City 056 7794174
citylibrary@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
10-1;
2-8
10-1;
2-8
10-1;
2-5
10-1;
2-5
10-1.30
Local Studies056 7794160
info@kilkennylibrary.ie
9-1
2-4.45
9-1
2-4.45
9-1
2-4.45
9-1
2-4.45
9-1
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Loughboy 056 7794176
loughboy@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
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10-1
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6-8
Closed
Thomastown 056 7794331
thomastown@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
10-1
2-5
10-1;
2-5
5.30-8
Closed
10-1
2-5
10-1.30
Urlingford 056 7794182
urlingford@kilkennylibrary.ie
Closed
10-8
10-5
10-5
10-1
10-1.30
See www.kilkennylibrary.ie or tel: 056 7794160 for Mobile Library timetable and changes
in above.
Website:
www.kilkennylibrary.ie
LITERACY
Adult Learning Scheme (Word Aid)
Word Aid, the County Kilkenny Adult Literacy Scheme, is a free, confidential service that
supports adults, through group tuition or on a one-to-one basis, with reading, writing,
spelling or maths difficulties. We offer support for preparation for the Driver Theory test,
family learning and introduction to computers, with the option of FETAC certification.
Contact: Marion Dermody Location: 43 Upr Patrick St, Kilkenny
Email: wordaid@kkvec.ie
MARTIAL ARTS
Budo Martial Arts Centre
We teach karate classes for kids, teenagers and adults. We also offer family classes. All
classes are run by experienced black-belt instructors. New members welcome at any time.
Class schedule on website.
Contact: Sensei Kevin Shortall, 2nd Dan JKS Telephone: 086 3668669
Location: Loreto Secondary School, Granges Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.budomartialartscentre.com
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Dragons Lair Martial Arts & Fitness Centre
Jiu Jitsu mixed martial arts, kick boxing, self defence, circuit training and various weapons
training. Mixed classes and ladies-only classes. Suitable from age 5 upwards. Open
Monday to Friday from 6pm to 10pm.
Contact: Larry McEnroe
Location: Unit 24A Hebron Industrial Estate, Kilkenny
Email: wkfirl@esatclear.ie
Website: www.dragonslair.ie
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Evolution Martial Arts Academy
This thriving club boasts professional and amateur Irish and World Champion members.
Classes available in Kilkenny are: Cage Fitness, Sport Karate, XMA (extreme martial arts),
Hyper Pro Training, Lil Dragons (ages 4 to 6). Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Classes
also available in Thomastown on Tuesdays and Castlecomer on Fridays.
Contact: Mags Heffernan
Gary O’Farrell
Location: Scouts Den, Bennettsbridge Rd, Kilkenny
Email: magz39@hotmail.com
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Kilkenny Jiu Jitsu Club
Kickboxing, Japanese Archery. Junior Dragon: ages 5 to 8, Monday and Wednesday, 4pm
to 5pm. Older Dragon: ages 8 to 16, Monday and Wednesday, 7pm to 8.10pm.
Contact: Larry McEnroe
Location: Unit 24A Hebron Industrial Estate, Kilkenny
Email: wkfirl@esatclear.ie
Website: www.dragonslair.ie
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Kilkenny Judo Club
Coaching provided for all grades by second Dan, qualified coaches. Club members
compete in National competitions. From age 7 and for all abilities from the complete
beginner upwards. Tuesday, 7.30pm to 8.30pm for juniors, 8.15pm to 10pm for seniors
(over 16’s).
Contact: Tony Delaney
Bill Quinn
Location: Friary Hall, Kilkenny
Email: whirleyken@eircom.net
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Kilkenny Lau-gar Kung fu and Kick Boxing Club
Kung fu and kick boxing classes. Suitable for children from age 7 upwards. Wednesdays,
8pm to 9.30pm.
Contact: Martin Treacy (after 6pm), Chief Instructor
Location: Millennium Court, Community Hall, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Tae Kwon Do Club
Fitness through martial arts or qualifying in Olympic Style WTF Tae Kwon Do. Classes for
adults Tuesday and Thursday 8pm to 9pm. Children’s class Tuesday, 6.30pm to 7.30pm.
Contact: Guy Jones
Location: Energy Studios, Carlow Rd, Kilkenny
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School of Chinese Martial Arts
Authentic, traditional Chinese Martial Arts. We at the School of Chinese Martial Arts
specialise in the art, health and self-defence aspects of Kung fu. We have a full-time,
fully equipped martial arts studio in Kilkenny City. Chief Instructor Mark Stapleton is the
Chief European Yiliquan Martial Arts Association instructor. Training for adults Monday to
Saturday, 13 classes per week to choose from. Children train Tuesday and Friday.
Contact: Mark Stapleton
Location: The Training Rooms, 11 O’Loughlin Rd, Kilkenny Telephone: 087 4112323
Website: www.thetrainingrooms.ie
Email: markstape@hotmail.com
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World Taekwondo Association
Martial Art Taekwondo, Sport Taekwondo, Kids Taekwondo, Hapkido, Jahn Bong (stick),
Children’s World Taekwondo Programme (fun, discipline, build confidence and selfesteem), Adult’s World Taekwondo Programme (fitness, self-defence, security and peace
of mind). Suitable for children from age 5. Monday and Thursday, 7pm to 8pm (adults and
children taught separately). International Cert (WTF).
Cost:
Contact:
Location:
Website:
€6 per class
Master Instructor Sheamus O’Neill Email: world-taekwondo@ireland.com
Loreto College, Granges Rd, Kilkenny
www.world-taekwondo.com
MUSIC
Amoroso Music Tuition
Music classes for children and adults. Cello at all levels and styles. Beginners violin. Also
music theory classes.
Contact: Jane Murphy
Email: manejurphy@gmail.com
Location: Thomastown, or at your home ______________________________________________________________________
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann
Traditional Irish music lessons for children from age 6 and adults.
Classes in Whistle, banjo, bouzouki, flute, fiddle, button accordion, piano accordion and
guitar for accompaniment. Sean Nós dancing class.
Contact: Noreen O’Neill
Location: St John’s Primary School, Ballybough St, Kilkenny.
Thursday from 7pm.
Button accordion, piano accordion, keyboard, whistle lessons.
Contact: Bernie Kelly
Email: noreenon@eircom.net
Location: Mullinavat, Co Kilkenny. Thursday 5pm to 7.30pm.
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Duiske Concert Series
Traditional and classical music concerts. Usually in November. Contact us for details.
Location: Duiske Abbey, Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny Telephone: 059 9725893
______________________________________________________________________
Guitar
Kilkenny Academy of Guitar. Professional qualified teachers. Group/single tuition. Adults
and children from age 12.
Contact: Alec O’Leary
Email: info@alecoleary.com
Location: Circular Rd, Kilkenny
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Keyboard School
Group lessons available. From age 7 to adult. One-hour lessons. Wednesday and
Thursday evenings.
Contact: Essaness Music, Kieran St, Kilkenny to register
Email: shop@essaness.com
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Kilkenny Academy of Music
Tuition available for adults and children, beginners to advanced, in singing, piano,
keyboard, violin and cello. Occasional master classes from professional musicians.
Professionally qualified teachers.
Contact: Patrick Rafter, Director
Contact: Maura Rafter, Director
Location: Mountdarragh House, Threecastles, Co Kilkenny Telephone: 056 7767101
Email: kilkennyacademyofmusic@gmail.com
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Kilkenny Chamber Orchestra
Amateur Orchestra performing two to three concerts a year in Kilkenny and further afield
(such as Rome). Welcomes players with some orchestral experience. Rehearsals held on
Monday evenings for adults.
Contact: Beatrice Kelly
Location: Langton’s, John St, Kilkenny
Email: kilkennychamberorchestra@gmail.com
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Kilkenny Choir
The Choir puts on two concerts a year and occasional concerts abroad, performing full
works with orchestra and soloists, ranging from Monteverdi to Britten. New members
welcome. Anyone interested in singing can join (sight reading not essential). Meet
Thursdays, 8pm to 10pm, September to May.
Contact: Philip Edmondson, Musical Director
Location: Presentation Primary School, Telephone: 056 7762969
Parnell St, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Gospel Choir
This sought-after and well-travelled choir sings in churches around the County and all over
Ireland. Everyone welcome, no experience required. Auditions held. Open to men and
women, age 18/19 upwards. Practice Wednesdays, 8pm.
Contact: Mary Kealy
Location: St Fiacre’s Church, Loughboy, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennygospelchoir.com
Email: kilkennygospelchoir@gmail.com
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Kilkenny Musical Society
This adult group puts on an annual full stage musical in spring at the Watergate Theatre.
Season runs September to May. Singers and dancers welcome!
Contact: Watergate Theatre
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Kilkenny School of Music
Pupils from 1st Class to 6th Year. New pupils in 1st, 2nd or 3rd class in primary school join
the Foundation Class before starting to play an instrument. Lessons are given on violin,
cello, double bass, recorder and piano. Also for older pupils, clarinet, oboe, flute and
brass instruments. Lessons are held after school hours and on Saturdays.
Orchestras and Choirs: The majority of enrolments are taken in June for the following
September.
Location: Ormonde Rd, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7762969 (answering machine)
Website: www.kilkennyschoolofmusic.net
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Music in Kilkenny
Presents approx twenty concerts a year. Mainly classical music, with performers of the
highest national and international standard. Various venues around Kilkenny City and
County. Supported by the Camphill Community, Ballytobin, the Arts Council of Ireland,
Music Network and Kilkenny County Council.
Contact: Susan Proud
Website: www.musicinkilkenny.com
Email: proudmus@eircom.net
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Piano
Piano lessons. Taught with patience and lots of imagination. Suitable for adults and
children.
Contact: Ann Moylan
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Piano
Lessons, beginners onwards. Adults and children from age 6. Helps develop all-round
learning and creative ability. Lots of fun!
Contact: Franc Micklem
Location: Harmony Hall, Baurnafea, Co Kilkenny Telephone: 087 1370859
(new line between ’Comer and Paulstown)Email: info@healingbyfranc.com
______________________________________________________________________
Piano Lessons
For children and adults. Royal Irish Academy of Music exams available.
Contact: Áine Mahony, BAMus
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Rhythm Riot Music
Samba drumming and Brazilian music workshops for Community, School and Social
groups for children from age 6. From once off “Samba taster workshop” to parades and
performances. Programmes are tailor-made for your group. One to one lessons in handdrumming and percussion also available.
Contact: Tom Duffy
Location: “Wherever you are!”
Email: tom@rhythmriotmusic.com
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The Unity Singers
Established in 1967, the Unity Singers are a four-part choir who give regular performances
around the County and an annual concert. New members of all ages welcome. Practice on
Thursdays, 8pm, September to May.
Contact: Sean O’Neill
Location: St Kieran’s College, College Rd, Kilkenny
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Thukolo Gospel and Spiritual Choir
Thukolo Gospel and Spiritual Choir performs heart-wrenching gospel, soul and spiritual
music for every occasion that never fails to move audiences. Thukolo’s primary aim is
fundraising for designated local charities. They have performed at weddings, old folk’s
homes, Christmas events, funerals and concerts. Meet Tuesday nights for rehearsals
at 8pm and new members are always welcome.
Contact: Mags / Brenda
Location: St John’s Community Centre, Email: thukolo@gmail.com
to the rear of St John’s Church, Kilkenny
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Traditional Irish Music
Sunday to Friday, 7.30pm to 10pm, from Easter to October. Keltic Cats are the group that
perform, people can participate.
Location: Langton House Hotel, John St, Kilkenny
PARENTING
Cuidiú (Irish Childbirth Trust)
Parent Support Group meets Tuesday mornings, 10.30am to 12 noon (term time). Small
contribution welcome. Breastfeeding Counsellor available.
Contact: Lucy Glendinning
Location: Shanti Yoga Room, Springhill Clinic, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.cuidiú-ict.ie
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Kilkenny Parent Support Programme
A six-week parenting programme (Parents Plus the Early Years) which aims to help
parents maximise their children’s learning and to provide a positive guide to parenting.
For age groups 0 to 6.
Also available - parent education programme called the Lifestart Programme. Information
and practical activity for parents of children from birth to age 5 delivered in the child’s
home by a trained Home Visitor. A free programme available to all.
Contact: Helen Casey
Email: Helen.casey1@hse.ie
Location: Health Promotion Unit, Dean St, Kilkenny
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La Leche League
Breastfeeding help and support group for pregnant women and new mothers, offering
a telephone service, home visits, coffee mornings and support group meeting, second
Monday of each month, 8pm, in St Luke’s Hospital. Coffee morning, last Wednesday of
each month, 10am, in Orchard House, New Orchard Rd, Kilkenny.
Contact:
Kay Brown
Joy Harper
Linda O’Leary
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PARTIES
Jellybean Julie (see advertisement in this booklet)
Children’s entertainer. Available for birthdays, christenings, Christmas parties, weddings,
or any excuse to have fun! Magic, Puppet Stories, Balloon Modelling, Silly action songs,
Face Painting.
Contact: Jellybean Julie
______________________________________________________________________
Konor Halpin Entertainments
Magic show/magic clown for all children’s parties. Balloon modelling, karaoke disco,
nail art, puppet shows. For adults – public speaking and presentation classes, clown
workshops, drunken waiter and comedian for weddings, murder mystery nights, sports
days, quiz nights. Also perform my own one-man show, see YouTube.
Contact: Konor Halpin
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Magician (see advertisement in this booklet)
For all occasions. Comedians, Magicians, Face Painters, Balloon Modellers, Clowns,
Party games, Circus performers, solo singers, DJs and Bands. We specialise in shop
openings, corporate events, weddings and children’s parties.
Contact:
Website:
Paul Phelan
www.pkentertainment.net
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Miriam Lambert Puppeteer
Professional puppet performance, suitable for all events. Also available, puppet-making
workshops for birthday parties – each child creates their very own take-home puppet. Also
classes for adults.
Contact: Miriam Lambert
Email: mirlamb@eircom.net
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Full-size grass pitch, astro turf pitches and multi-purpose indoor sports arena available
for hire, suitable for a wide range of games. Bouncy castle for younger children. Pool
complex. Exceptional range of all-weather facilities and value for money.
Location: The Watershed, Scanlon Park, Kilkenny
Email: info@watershed.ie
Jellybean Julie
Children’s Entertainer
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Magic
Puppet Stories
Balloon Modelling
Silly Action Songs
Face Painting
And Much, Much More!
(Puppet theatre available on request!)
Phone: 086 604 5409
Available for
Weddings - Birthdays - Christenings
Christmas Parties - Corporate Events
... Or any Excuse to have fun!!
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Communications Course
Ten week course for Transition Year and Senior Cycle Students. Includes interview
preparation, mock interviews, public speaking and oral presentation work. Etiquette and
good manners, verbal and non-verbal communication. Places limited, early booking
advisable.
Contact: Ann O’Grady
See also Drama.
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Kilkenny Liberal Studies Group
This group offers a programme of lectures and cultural activities covering literature, history,
music, poetry and art history. Classes run September to April on Monday and Tuesday
mornings. Lecturers are experienced in their field and include a published poet, museum
curator and a member of Opera Ireland.
Contact: Breda McSweeney
Location: NUI Maynooth, Kilkenny Campus, College Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Toastmasters
A public speaking club for enjoyment - no pressure! Meetings include speeches and table
topics. Qualifications may be obtained (Competent Toast Master and Advanced Toast
Master). Meet 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, September to May, 8pm.
Website: www.kilkennytoastmasters.ie
Email: kilkennytoastmasters@gmail.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
Kilkenny Photographic Society
The primary aim of the society, through its many activities, is to improve the photographic skills
and techniques of its members. It provides a showcase for amateur photographers through
exhibitions, talks and competitions. It also acts as a social focus where those with a shared
interest in photography can meet. Meetings held weekly on Thursdays, 8pm. Membership is
open at any time to anyone with an interest in any type or aspect of photography.
Contact: Liam Cahill Location: The Pembroke Hotel, Patrick St, Kilkenny
Email: admin@kilkennyphoto.eu
Website: www.kilkennyphoto.eu
PLACES TO VISIT
Abbey Centre
Features a display of Christian Art and local historical objects. Open all year, Monday to
Friday, 9am to 1pm. Closed at weekends.
Location: Convent Lane, Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny Telephone: 059 9724238
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Black Abbey
Founded in 1225 this is one of Ireland’s oldest churches and is still in use by the Dominicans
by whom it was founded. Look out for the excellent examples of modern and antique
stained glass windows, the wooden roof and the stonework. Nearby on Abbey St is the last
existing remnant of the entrance gate in the medieval city walls.
Location: Abbey St, Kilkenny
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Duiske Abbey
An early Cistercian (1204) Abbey. Look out for the large effigy of the knight, known locally
as the “Crusader” and the early medieval floor tiles. There is also an Abbey Visitor Centre
with a shop and an exhibition of Christian art which is open all year, Monday to Friday, 9am
to 1pm, closed at weekends.
Location: Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Dunmore Cave
Fascinating limestone cave. Viewing by guided tour only. Visitor centre and tea room.
Opening hours:
March to mid-June: 9.30am to 5pm
mid-June to mid-September: 9.30am to 6.30pm
mid-September to October: 9.30am to 5pm
November to March: Wednesday to Sunday inclusive 9.30am to 4pm.
Open public holidays.
Last admission one hour before closing.
Cost: Child/Student €1, Adults €3, Senior Citizens and Groups €2, Family rate €8.
Location: 10km north of Kilkenny, just off the Castlecomer Road (N78).
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‘Footprints in Coal’ at the Castlecomer Discovery Park
(see advertisement in this booklet)
An interactive multimedia exhibition dealing with the history and prehistory of the
Castlecomer coalmines: coal formation, fossils and mining history. Open daily 9.30am to
5.30pm May to August, 10am to 5pm September, October, March and April, 10.30am to
4.30pm November to February. Includes Jarrow Café, craft studios where you can buy
unique items, along with gift shop at the Visitor Centre. Wheelchair accessible. Admission
charge applies to exhibition area.
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Jerpoint Abbey
Said to be the finest Cistercian monastic ruins in Ireland. Of particular note are the superb
cloisters, some very early effigies and the east rose window. There is a visitor centre,
accessible for disabled people, with exhibition and guide service.
Opening hours:
March to end-September: 9am to 5.30pm,
October: 9am to 5pm,
November: 9am to 4.30pm.
December, January and February: Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm (but it is best to ring in advance over those three months).
Groups of six upwards should pre-book. Last admission one hour before closing.
Email: jerpointabbey@opw.ie
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Jerpoint Park
Steeped in history, Jerpoint Park is honoured to have footprints of a 12th century medieval
town of Newtown Jerpoint plus the tomb of St Nicholas, Bishop of Myra. Come and sample
our home-made scones in our tearooms.
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Kells Priory
Spectacular Augustinian Priory ruins in the heart of Kilkenny countryside. Open all year. Free.
Location: Kells Village, Co Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Castle
A 12th century castle, remodelled in Victorian times and set in extensive parkland. Was the
principal seat of the Butler family. Two wings of the Castle have been restored to their 19th
century splendour and include a library, drawing room and the magnificent long gallery.
The final phase of restoration is complete and includes a state of the art conference centre
which is situated in one of the castle’s 12th century towers. The River wing also houses the
Butler Gallery of contemporary art.
Accessibility: Parts of the Castle may not be suitable for people with limited mobility.
If you have any concerns, please contact us before visiting. Toilet facilities for visitors
with disabilities available on request. Public carpark near site. Guiding leaflet in Braille
available on request.
Please note that this is a very busy site and visitors may experience delay during the
summer months. Groups with more than 10 people need to pre-book. Photography/filming
not permitted.
Opening Hours on next page.
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Opening hours:
October to February: 9.30am to 4.30pm
March: 9.30am to 5pm
April and May: 9.30am to 5.30pm
June to August: 9.00am to 5.30pm
September: 9.30am to 5.30pm
High season: self-guiding, last admission 30 mins before closing.
Low season: guided tours only, last admission 45 mins before closing.
Closed Good Friday.
Check with site for opening arrangements over Christmas and New Year.
Cost:
Contact:
Website:
Child/Student €2.50, Adults €6.00
Senior Citizens/Group (20+ persons) €4.00
Family rate €14.00
John Burke, Booking Officer
kilkennycastle@opw.ie
Email: johnburke@opw.ie
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Kilkenny City Tours
A fantastic way to view the City is to take the Kilkenny City Road Train tour. The tour starts
off at Kilkenny Castle and brings you on a 25 minute tour of the Medieval Kilkenny City.
While on board you will get a full commentary giving a historical and fascinating insight
into the history of Kilkenny. Tours run daily, every hour, on the hour, from 10am to 6pm
inclusive, from April to end-September.
Contact: Ivan
Website: www.kilkennycitytours.ie
Email: kilkennycitytours@gmail.com
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Kilkenny Medieval Walking Tour
Pat Tynan’s historical walking tour brings to life the history of this Medieval Capital of
Ireland. The one-hour tour departs from the Tourist Office on Rose Inn St, Kilkenny. Tours
for the Winter months November to March are by appointment only. Tours are held 7 days
a week from mid-March to October.
Contact: Pat Tynan
Email: tynantours@eircom.net
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Nore View Folk and Heritage Museum
A private collection of over 10,000 items that will take you back in time. A great history
lesson! Well worth a visit. Monuments of history of Oliver Cromwell, King William, evictions
and military display. Open 7 days from 10am to 6pm. Admission fee.
Contact: Seamus Lawlor
Location: Danesfort Rd, Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny
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Rothe House
A restored 1594 Tudor merchant’s house. An interesting museum collection, a library and
an early 17th century garden are amongst many items of interest in addition to the house
itself. Family history research and genealogy research service available for Kilkenny City
and County. Open April to October, Monday to Saturday 10.30am to 5pm and Sundays
2pm to 6pm. Guided tours for large groups, book in advance.
Children’s workshops take place throughout the summer, see our website for details.
adults €4.80, senior citizens/students €3.80
Cost:
Location: Parliament St, Kilkenny
Email: info@rothehouse.com
Website: www.rothehouse.com
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Rural Experience Coach Tours
Full day guided coach tours of Kilkenny County, including visits to gardens, museums,
churches, craft studios and scenic attractions. Tours operate daily, year round. Tours
available to other counties. Tours start and end in Kilkenny City and run from 9am to 5pm.
Private car and driver service available for day tours and longer breaks across Ireland.
Contact: Amy McDonald Website: www.aruralexperience.com
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Email: info@aruralexperience.com
St Canice’s Cathedral
Impressive Cathedral, completed in 1285. The second longest Cathedral in Ireland. Look
out for the small-scale model of the city, as it was in 1640.
Opening hours:
January to March and October to December: Monday to Saturday
10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm. Sundays 2pm to 4pm.
April, May and September: Monday to Saturday 10am to 1pm and
2pm to 5pm. Sundays 2pm to 5pm.
June, July and August: Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm. Sundays
2pm to 6pm.
Note: The Cathedral may be closed to visitors at times during the above
periods when religious services are in progress.
The Cathedral has an excellent example of a ninth century round tower. The climb to the
top is well worth it for a bird’s eye view of Kilkenny, although the steps are very steep and
there are plenty of them, so be warned! The round tower can only be climbed by people
over 12 yrs of age and they must have a parent/guardian with them. Open April to October,
weather permitting.
Location: St Canice’s Cathedral, Telephone: 056 7764971
Coach Rd, off Dean St, Kilkenny
Email: info@stcanicescathedral.com
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The Castle Express
Kilkenny City Road Train tour starts at Kilkenny Design. Tours run daily, every hour, on the
half hour, from 9.30am to 6.30pm inclusive, from April to end-September.
PLAYGROUNDS
Ballyhale Amenity Area
Small neighbourhood playground with unrestricted access, open all year round. For
children aged 2 to 14.
Contact: Parks Department, Kilkenny County Council
Location: Station Rd, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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Blackthorn Hills Playground
Small neighbourhood playground with unrestricted access, open all year round. For
Location: Blackthorn Hills, Ferrybank, Co Kilkenny Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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Castlecomer Discovery Park
Timber Tumbles Playground - Adventure play with unrestricted access, open all year
round. For children aged 2 to 14.
Location: Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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Earth is Fun Playground
Community playground, open to the public year round. Based on the history of Thomastown
and the river Nore. For children aged 2 to 14.
Location: Marsh’s St, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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Fr McGrath Centre
This is a joint Community and Local Authority project. Open all year round. Unrestricted
access, with a wide range of swings, frames and the latest equipment. For children aged
2 to 14, including children with disabilities.
Location: Fr McGrath Centre, St Joseph’s Rd, KilkennyEmail: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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PK ENTERTAINMENT
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We will cater for all your needs.
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Choose from our wide range of professional entertainers.
Magicians, comedians, music, DJ and bands and also
face painting and balloon modellers.
Let us entertain you.
Mobile: 087 2676103
pkentertainment@eircom.net
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Garringreen
The Playground Next Door - Playground with unrestricted access. Five acre park open
to the public year round. The park includes a soccer pitch, multi-use games area, cycle
lane and footpaths. For children aged 2 to 14.
Location: Garringreen, Johnswell Rd, Kilkenny
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Happyland Playground
Playground with unrestricted access set in a ten acre park, open to the public year round.
The park includes two soccer pitches, multi-use games area and footpaths. For children
aged 2 to 14.
Location: The Fair Green, Callan, Co Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Castle Park
Opening hours of playground in line with the Castle Park’s opening hours, which alter
according to the season (see sign on main entrance gate).
Contact: Colm Mangan (Monday to Friday)
Location: In the Castle grounds.
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Mullinavat Amenity Area
Small neighbourhood playground with unrestricted access, open all year round. Caters
for children aged 2 to 14.
Location: Adjacent to Handball Alley, Main St, Mullinavat, Co Kilkenny
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Newpark Close Playground
Community playground. Adventure play with unrestricted access, all year round. For
children aged 2 to 14. Playground located across road from Newpark Marsh Park, which
includes a wildlife area, soccer pitch, multi-use area, games area and footpaths.
Location: Lovers Lane, Kilkenny Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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Place to Play Playground
Location: The Fair Green, Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Rising Stars Playground
Location: Adjacent to Community Hall, Main St, Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
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Talbot’s Court Playground
Small neighbourhood playground with unrestricted access and open all year round. For
Location: Talbot’s Court, Freshford Rd, Kilkenny
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Kilkenny County Enterprise Board
Offer a range of short courses to suit small businesses and those thinking of starting a new
business. A wide variety of programmes are available such as Start your own Business,
Financial Training, Sales & Marketing, ICT Skills, Awareness of Business Compliance
Issues and Management Training. Courses are held during the day or in the evenings.
Location: 42 Parliament St, Kilkenny
Website: www.kceb.ie
Email: enquiries@kceb.ie
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Leadership Management Ireland
Leadership Management Ireland (LMI) offers a range of development programmes.
Aimed at all levels of managers, the programme covers organisation skills, productivity,
communications, sales techniques, team development, personal leadership and goal setting.
Contact:
Website:
Email: martinbyrne@lmi.ie
Martin Byrne www.lmi.ie
PROFESSIONAL GROUPS
Kilkenny Business Women’s Network
Kilkenny Business Women’s Network is the organisation for Kilkenny businesswomen.
Members encompass all areas of business, the professions, the arts, and politics. The
Network provides support for members, is included on decision-making bodies at local
level, provides training for members, organises an annual charity event, encourages
entrepreneurship and provides a social outlet. Meet the second Tuesday of every month.
Contact: Trish Finnegan
Location: Kilkenny City venue
Website: www.kilkennynetwork.com
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Kilkenny Chamber
In business for business. Kilkenny Chamber is the largest business representative
organisation in Kilkenny City and County, with over 280 member companies. Kilkenny
Chamber’s mission is to make Kilkenny a better place to do business. Chamber is a
membership-driven organisation. Chamber provides networking opportunities, training,
information and lobbying on business issues. New members welcome.
Location: The Maltings, Tilbury Place, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennychamber.ie
Email: info@kilkennychamber.ie
RIFLE SHOOTING
Indoor rifle shooting. Tuition and all equipment provided. Rifle shooting €10, Archery €10,
Clay Pigeon shooting €20. Pre-booking required.
Contact: Mary Walshe
ROCK CLIMBING
Ballykeeffe Quarry
Rock climbing on the quarry face is a very popular pastime. Climbers from all over
Ireland come throughout the year to sample the multitude of climbs. There is a booklet
of the various climbs available in “The Pound” pub in Ballycallan (only open in evenings).
Climbing can take place at any time but evenings and weekends are the most popular.
Various outdoor activity/adventure groups use the quarry for training purposes during
day-time. For safety reasons, there should be at least two climbers in the quarry when
participating in the sport. Solo climbers can often arrange to meet with other climbers
through the climbing website, www.climbing.ie.
Location:
Website:
Ballykeefe, Kilmanagh, Co Kilkenny
www.ballykeeffe.com
ROWING
Graiguenamanagh Rowing Club
The ultimate team sport. Competition orientated club catering for age 13 upwards. Must
be able to swim. Training Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Contact: Martin O’Brien
Location: The Boathouse, Graiguenamanagh
Email: mobrien@lbsproducts.com
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RUGBY
Kilkenny Rugby Football
Rugby training by fully qualified coaches for children from age 6 up to adult. See website
for details. Tag Rugby is sometimes run during the summer.
Location: Waterford Rd, Foulkstown, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennyrugbyclub.com
Email: info@kilkennyrugby.com
SCHOOLS
For a list of Kilkenny County and City Primary and Secondary schools see
Appendix 3 at the end of this booklet.
SCOUTING IRELAND
Kilkenny Scout groups
Beavers for age 6 to 9. Cubs for age 9 to 12.
Scouts for age 12 to 15. Venture Scouts for age 15 to 18. Rovers Scouts for age 18 to 26.
All these groups are open to boys and girls. Details of your local group meetings are
available from the Provincial Support Officer.
Contact:
Caroline Healy (Provincial Support Officer for SE province)
See also Girl Guides.
SOCCER
Evergreen Saturday Soccer School
Soccer school run by the Evergreen Football club from September to June. All-weather
pitch. Suitable for children age 6, 7 and 8. Saturday 11.30am to 1pm.
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Floodlit Soccer League
11-a-side matches Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, September to May. All
proceeds go to the O’Neill Centre, Enable Ireland.
Contact: Eamonn Cleere
Location: Scanlon Park, Loughboy, Kilkenny and
Loreto, Granges Rd, Kilkenny
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Football Association of Ireland
Kick Start 1 coaching course for coaches and managers and anyone involved with children
aged 6 to 9. Kick Start 2 for coaches of children aged 9 to 12. Youth Cert for coaches of
Contact: Darren Murray
FAI Regional Development Officer
Email: darren.murray@fai.ie
Location: Co Kilkenny venue
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Freebooters Schoolboys Soccer Club
Saturday 10am to 11am. Astro Turf.
Contact: Tony Scanlon
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Irish Soccer Referees Society
Registered soccer referees have the option of joining the Irish Soccer Referees Society.
The Society offers ongoing support and mentoring for registered referees.
Contact: Pat Shortall
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Kilkenny and District League
There are 32 clubs with 46 teams involved in junior soccer (aged 8 upwards) and 14 clubs
involved in youth soccer (aged 16 to 18). There are also 180 school-boy teams aged 7 to
16. and 10 school-girl teams aged 10 to 16. There are 12 adult ladies teams also. Season
runs from August to June.
Contact: Tom Mullins
Location: Schoolboys League Ground, Website: www.kkleague.com
Derdimus Park, Callan Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilmacow FC
Coaching from age 5 to adult. Season runs August to June.
Contact: Gerard Duggan
Location: Kilmacow Sports Complex
Email: kilmacowschoolboysfc@gmail.com
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Mooncoin Soccer Club
Training Monday to Friday for adults and children.
Contact: Brendan Conway
Location: Mooncoin Soccer Pitch, Ashgrove
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SOCIAL GROUPS
ARCH Club Kilkenny
Social and friendship club for children with special needs aged between 6 and 11. Every
second Saturday during school term.
Contact: Noreen Irwin
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Connect Café
Connect Café offers an informal space for a chat, cup of tea and activities. The activities
include: Mondays: Women’s Crafts, Tuesdays: Art, Wednesdays: Live music and singalong, Thursdays: Art Project. Open Monday to Thursday 11am to 1pm. All welcome.
Location: Fr McGrath Centre, St Joseph’s Rd,
Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7751988, ext 7
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ICA (Irish Country Women’s Association)
The Bantracht na Tuaithe, the Kilkenny and County federation of ICA, has several
hundred members in 19 guilds, with an ethos based on friendship with women and
further education. Hand crafts, computers and all of the old traditional Irish crafts are our
main activities. Classes in computers, mobile phones, digital cameras, gardening, flower
arranging, swimming and physical fitness may also be available. Visits to An Grianán
in Co Louth, ICA’s Adult Education College, are arranged. Members go on weekend
trips and there is an annual international trip. There is a hand-craft week in March every
year. Meetings are held once a month, some guilds hold craft nights weekly.
Guilds in Co Kilkenny include: Ballyouskill, Ballyragget, Clara, Clough, Glenmore,
Graiguenamanagh, Graine, Hugginstown, Inistioge, Kilkenny (2 guilds), Kilmacow,
Mullinavat, Owning, Sevenhouses, Templeorum, Thomastown, Urlingford, Windgap.
Contact: Mary McGuinness
Email: tmacg@eircom.net
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Irish Wheelchair Association
A wide variety of activities available for people with physical disabilities. The Resource
and Outreach Centre is open 11am to 4pm, five days per week, and also runs evening
and weekend programmes. As well as social activities, courses offered include, FETAC
courses, Pottery, Arts & Crafts, Reflexology, Music and Drama, Skills Development, Health
and Well-being, Self-Defence, Archery. There are day trips and table quizzes with other
groups. Sporting activities: Basketball and Boccia tournaments. Computer courses are
held Fridays covering all aspects of Social Media. Foreign holidays and holidays at home
are also part of the service. A Holiday Centre is available for people with physical and
sensory disabilities. Wild Cats group for young people.
Contact: Eileen Ireland
Location: Claddagh Court, College Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Ladies’ Friendship Club
Weekly meetings include various activities such as crafts and dancing lessons. The club
organises theatre trips, day trips and weekends away. Meet Wednesdays at 8.30pm from
September to June.
Contact: Eileen Murphy
Location: Social Services Centre, Telephone: 087 9127853
Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Lions Club
The Lions Club organises several annual fund-raising events for local charities including
a concert, race night, Christmas hamper appeal, golf classic etc. Meetings held all year
round on the first Tuesday of the month at 8.30pm.
Contact: Sinéad O’Keeffe
Location: Newpark Hotel, Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Women’s Group
Meetings consist of either an invited speaker or an outing. Meet weekly on Thursdays,
11am at the Pembroke Hotel. New members always welcome.
Contact: Catherine Duff Telephone: 056 7764838
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MACRA Na Feirme
A voluntary organisation for people aged 17 to 35. Macra na Feirme is committed to the
personal development of members and emphasises social interaction and participation.
Activities are determined by members, are many and varied and include soccer, volleyball,
basketball, drama competitions, public speaking, training programmes and travel. There
are seven clubs in Co Kilkenny: Freshford, Callan, Kilkenny City, Kilmanagh, Paulstown,
Mullinavat and Suirside - 210 members.
Contact: Mick Wall, Macra Training Officer
Website: www.kilkennymacra.com
Email: pro@kilkennymacra.com
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Men’s Action Network (MAN)
MAN offers a social outlet and platform for elderly men to avoid isolation and to promote
physical activities, day trips and other leisure pursuits. All men over 50 living in Kilkenny
area are most welcome. Meet Fridays 10.30am to 12pm.
Contact: Eamonn
Larry
Location: St Canice’s Community Hall, Butt’s Green, Kilkenny
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National Association of Widows in Ireland
Support meeting second Tuesday of the month, 2.30pm.
Location: Club House Hotel, Patrick Street, Kilkenny
Website: www.nawi.ie
Email: info@nawi.ie
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The Men’s Shed
The Men’s Shed is a social outlet for men and they share their different skills. Having just
celebrated its first birthday, the Good Shepherd Centre’s Men’s Shed is now offering to
carry out handy-work in the community.
Known as “Men’s Shed Helping Hands,” the idea is that the members are available to
carry out some handy work – e.g. mowing the lawn, putting up shelves, painting a door etc.
– for people in the community, especially elderly people and those living alone. In return
the individual can give a donation to the Men’s Shed.
The aim is to raise money for the Men’s Shed while also helping people in the community.
Contact: Ann
Location: The Good Shepherd Centre
SPECIAL NEEDS
ARCH Club Kilkenny
Social and friendship club for children with special needs aged between 6 and 11. Every
second Saturday during school term.
Contact: Noreen Irwin
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Enable Ireland Kilkenny (O’Neill Centre)
Enable Ireland Kilkenny Services provides early intervention services to children with a
range of disabilities - physical, sensory and learning. Services are provided in a specialised
centre by the multi- and inter-disciplinary team working in partnership with parents/carers.
Services provided include Special Pre-School, Family Support services, Physiotherapy,
Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Hydrotherapy and Transport,
Paediatric Clinics, Psychology Services, Parents Support Groups, Assistive Technology
and Postural Management.
Contact: Paula Rudkins
Location: Enable Ireland, O’Neill Centre,
Email: prudkins@enableireland.ie
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Hard of Hearing Support Classes
Every spring and autumn to include lip-reading and coping strategies. Monday evening,
Wednesday morning.
Location: Citizens Information Centre, Telephone: 056 7765687
4 The Parade, Kilkenny
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Parent to Parent (see advertisement in this booklet)
Support Group for parents and carers of children with special needs
First Wednesday of every month during the school year. 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Noreen Irwin / Therese Buckley
Location: St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny Telephone: 087 9040208
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Special Needs Parents Association
We are a national parent-run organisation, offering support and information to other
parents of children with special needs. We aim to help point parents in the right direction
when looking for a local group or service and to provide parent-to-parent support in areas
where there are none.
Contact: Claire
Website: www.specialneedsparents.ie
Email: claire@specialneedsparents.ie
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SpecialNeedsParentsAssociation
SPORTS CENTRES
Kilkenny Sports Arena
Indoor sports arena with three artificial-surface pitches. Ideal venue for birthday parties.
Soccer, hurling, gaelic football and rugby. Available to hire. Multi-sports fun Easter and
summer camps.
Contact: Kilkenny Sports Arena
Location: Wallslough, Bennettsbridge Rd, Kilkenny Email: info@kilkennyarena.ie
Website: www.wallsloughvillage.com
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Loreto
Loreto Secondary School has a floodlit Astroturf pitch available for renting to groups during
evenings, weekends and holidays. Suitable for soccer, GAA football, or hockey and can
be divided into four secure mini pitches. Fully equipped sports hall suitable for basketball,
badminton, volleyball and indoor soccer is available for renting to groups during evenings,
weekends and holidays.
Contact: Sean Daly
Location: Loreto Secondary School,
Granges Rd, Kilkenny
Email: seandaly07@gmail.com
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Mooncoin
Training for adults and for children from age 4. Gym, indoor sports hall, function room for hire.
Contact: Barry Purcell
Location: Sports Complex, Mooncoin
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O’Loughlin Gaels GAA Club
Sports hall available for hire 7 days a week, 9am to 11pm.
Location: Hebron Road, Kilkenny
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St Kieran’s College Sports Centre
Sports hall available for hire. Available Monday to Friday, 5pm to 10pm. Children can use
the facilities if accompanied by an adult.
Location: St Kieran’s College,
College Rd, Kilkenny
after 5pm
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400 metre outdoor running track, Astroturf pitches, full size soccer pitch, 13,000 sq ft multisports arena.
Location: Scanlon Park
SQUASH
James Stephen’s GAA Squash Club
One court and showers available. Open 8am to 12pm (with membership key). Membership
fee includes social membership of the Village GAA Club.
Contact: Aodán Ó Ruairc
Location: next to James Stephen’s GAA Club, Larchfield, Kilkenny
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James Stephen’s Military Barracks Squash Club
The Club has two courts, two saunas and showers. Open 7 days, 10am to 10pm.
Location: James Stephen’s Military Barracks, Telephone: 056 7721174
Ballybough St, Kilkenny
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St Kieran’s College Sports Centre
Squash courts and racquetball courts open to the general public. Available Monday to
Friday, 5pm to 10pm, Saturday 5pm to 8pm. Children can use facilities if accompanied by
an adult. Closed public holidays.
Location: St Kieran’s College, College Rd,
Kilkenny 87
after 5pm
SUB AQUA
Kilkenny Sub Aqua Club
Members go on dives on Sundays off the Waterford and Wexford coast and occasional
weekend diving trips to the West coast are organised. Members are involved in search and
rescue operations. The club has its own boats and equipment and can hire out equipment
to members for training. Meetings and training for diving qualifications are held every
Wednesday night, 9pm to 10pm, from January to May in The Watershed swimming pool.
Contact: Mick Butler
Location: Club House, Hebron Industrial Estate, Kilkenny
SWIMMING
Kilkenny Water Safety
Swimming lessons and classes in water safety and resuscitation from September to May.
Life-saving classes on Mondays, suitable for children from age 13, must have a basic
swimming ability. Swimming lessons for children from age 6 upwards on Wednesdays
7pm to 8pm.
Contact: Joan McLoughlin, Water Safety Development Officer
Location: Kilkenny County Council, County Hall,
John St, Kilkenny
Email: joan.mcloughlin@kilkennycoco.ie
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River Swimming
From July 1st to August 31st lifeguards are on duty from 2pm to 4.30pm and 5pm to
7.30pm each day, seven days a week at the following locations: Graiguenamanagh,
Inistioge, Kilkenny: The Meadows and The Weir on the Bleach Rd. Lifeguards on duty
at weekends only (Saturday/Sunday) for month of June from 2pm to 4.30pm and 5pm to
7.30pm.
Contact: Joan McLoughlin
Kilkenny County Council, County Hall,
John St, Kilkenny
Email: joan.mcloughlin@kilkennycoco.ie
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25m six-lane swimming pool. 5m learner pool. Kiddies fun pool. Viking inflatable ship.
Open year round to members and non-members. “Off-peak” and “special” price times.
Location: The Watershed, Scanlon Park, Kilkenny
SWIMMING CLUBS
Club Uisce Swimming School
Aims to build confidence in the water. It is managed by Daphne Coulter and Vikki
O’Donoghue. Swimming lessons are provided for all levels from age 5. Lane swimming is
for those who want to improve their stamina and technique. Lessons on Fridays 3.45pm
and on Saturdays at 10.50am, 11.35am and 12.30pm.
Contact: Daphne Coulter
Location: Kilkenny Ormonde Leisure Club, Ormonde St, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Swim Club
Kilkenny Swim Club is a competitive swim club, very active in national competitions. Our
squads are open to children from age 8 to 9.
Contact: Ann Healy
Location: The Watershed, Kilkenny
Telephone: 056 7761129 (evenings)
TABLE TENNIS
Kilkenny Table Tennis Club
Coaching available. Members play in league competitions. Meet Monday, 8pm, September
to May. Over 16’s.
Contact: Peter
Location: St Canice’s Hall, Butts Green, Kilkenny
Email: peter.mckenna1966@gmail.com
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TENNIS
Kilkenny County and City Lawn Tennis Club
Facilities include eight all-weather, flood-lit courts, fitness room, bar, saunas and showers.
This active club has regular tournaments and social events. New members most welcome.
Juniors: The Club has an active junior section, with organised tournaments and activities
during the year. A coaching programme is available for groups and individuals.
We have three coaches: Brian Doyle (086 8714941), Billy Bolster (087 2667014) and
Tommy Rochford (086 8338111).
Contact: Club House
Location: Archersfield, Bennettsbridge Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennytennisclub.com
Email: info@kilkennytennisclub.com
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Professional Tennis Coach (see advertisement in this booklet)
Available for schools, clubs and private lessons in Kilkenny and the South East. Easter
and Summer Camps available. Coaching for adults also available.
Contact:
Brian Doyle
brian doyle t.i.c.a., p.t.c.a. advanced coach
full time rEsident coach with kilkenny County and city
lawn tennis club available for private, semi-private
or group lessons for adults and children.
also indoor mini tennis, easter camps and summer camps.
available for schools and clubs in the south east.
ring for further information 086 8714941
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THEATRE
Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre
Located 11km from Kilkenny City, Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre is a deep, worked-out quarry.
The Amphitheatre holds a variety of events over the summer months from puppet theatre
to Mozart, treasure trails to traditional music, the massed ranks of the Garda Band to
solo performers. A stunning setting, coupled with near-perfect natural acoustics, make a
performance at Ballykeeffe a must-see event for locals and visitors alike.
Location: Ballykeeffe, Kilmanagh, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.ballykeeffe.com
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Cleere’s Theatre
An intimate theatre seating up to 100 people. Bands and plays performed by local and
touring groups. Details in Kilkenny People. Also available for functions.
Contact: John Holden
Location: Cleere’s Pub, 28 Parliament St, Kilkenny
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The Set Theatre
Part of Langton House Hotel, designed by the David Collins Studio in London, this state of
the art venue, constructed in 2009, can hold 270 people seated and 350 standing/seated.
Caters for music acts, comedy, film and conferencing. Events advertised in Kilkenny
People or just call into Langton’s to see what’s on!
Contact: Langton House Hotel
Email: set@langtons.ie
Location: John St, Kilkenny
Website: www.set.ie
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Watergate Theatre
A very popular modern theatre presenting something to suit everyone from pantomime,
drama and musicals, to ballet and opera. Local groups as well as Ireland’s best
known theatre companies, dance companies, musicians and opera companies put on
performances.
Why not support your local theatre by joining the Watergate patrons and friends scheme?
Members of the scheme are kept informed about all shows, exhibitions and other events
taking place at the theatre and receive invitations to the opening night of five shows each
year.
Email: watergategc@eircom.net
Contact: Ger Cody
Location: Parliament St, Kilkenny Website: www.watergatetheatre.com
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TRANSPORT
Ring-a-Link
Rural transport bus service for Carlow, Kilkenny and South Tipperary. Pre-booking
required. Nominal return adult fee. Travel Pass holders free of charge. Office opening
hours for bookings - Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm, Saturday 9am to 12.30pm. Can
view services on website and can register on the website.
Location: Unit 4, Cillín Hill, Dublin Rd, Kilkenny
Website: www.ringalink.ie
Telephone: LoCall 1890 424141
Email: ringalink@eircom.net
VOLUNTARY WORK
There are many organisations in Kilkenny that welcome and often rely on volunteers to
carry out their work. There are as many different reasons for volunteering as there are
different people working as volunteers - wanting to give something back to the community,
gaining work experience, meeting people, or having something worthwhile to do postretirement. There is a list of some of the local organisations that welcome volunteers in
Appendix 2 of this booklet.
WALKING
Kilkenny Walkers Club
A very popular club with walks to suit all ages and abilities. Annual foreign trips organised.
Details of fortnightly Sunday walks in the Kilkenny People. Meet on the Parade in Kilkenny
every second Sunday, 9.30am. There is a minimal charge to cover travel expenses.
Beginners very welcome!
Contact: Denise or Pascal McCann
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Tyndall Mountain Club
The core activity is hill walking, although walks on the flat are organised, as well as
other mountain activities – hiking, skiing, rock climbing, mountaineering. There are also
occasional slide shows, lectures, social evenings and trips abroad to pursue the activities.
Details of programme available on club website or Facebook.
Contact: Pat Cummins Telephone: 087 3695643
Location: Home Rule Club, John’s Quay, Kilkenny (for meetings only)
Blogspot: http://tyndallmountainclub.blogspot.com
Email: tyndall.mountain@gmail.com
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NEED a new car???
Why not enter the St. Canice’s Credit Union
Members’ Monthly Car Draw!
Since St. Canice’s Kilkenny Credit Union began its Members’ Monthly Car Draw
in 2004, more than 130 lucky members have won brand new cars all of which have
been supplied locally by garages in Kilkenny city.
The draw is self-funding, non-profit making and currently costs €42 per year,
which works out at €3.50 per month… That’s only 81 cent per week! Can you
afford not to enter?
Main Office
78 High Street
Tel: 056 7722042
Fax: 056 7764811
Email: info@stcanciescu.ie
Web: www.stcanicescu.ie
MacDonagh Junction Office
No. 27 Goodshed Square,
MacDonagh Junction Shopping
Centre
Tel: 056 7722042
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Dunnamaggin Office
Dunnamaggin
Tel: 056 7728408
Fax: 056 7764811
WALKS
Ballykeeffe Woods
Oak woods and nature reserve with various walks.
Location: Ballykeeffe, Kilmanagh, Co Kilkenny
(Look for signs for Ballykeeffe Quarry)
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Bishops Demesne Neighbourhood Park
Five acre parkland including adult exercise equipment, soccer pitch, multi-use games
area, playgrounds and footpaths.
Contact: Parks Department, Kilkenny Borough Council
Email: info@kilkennycity.ie
Location: City Hall, Kilkenny
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Brandon Hill
Climb to the top of the hill and enjoy the fabulous views. There’s a couple of routes and
you can drive some of the way before parking. For more information check the Trail
Kilkenny website.
Contact: Trail Kilkenny, 8 Patrick’s Court, Patrick St, Kilkenny
Location: Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Castlecomer Discovery Park (see advertisement in this booklet)
Come and see the new Tree Top Adventure Walk among the tree tops at the park (from
seven years, and for all ages) and watch out for our Climbing Wall and Leap of Faith
activities which are coming soon too. Harnesses, helmets and safety instructions all
provided.
Themed woodland walking trails with sculptures and picnic tables. Themed events
throughout the year, including Easter activities, Halloween Ghosts and Ghouls and
Christmas surprises! Open daily all year round.
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Castlemorris Wood Walk
Three looped walks that start and finish at the Grand Gates which lies west of the villages
of Newmarket and Hugginstown and east of the village of Kilmaganny in south Kilkenny.
The Holly Loop is 6km in length, the Fern Loop is 3km and the Pheasant Loop is 7km. For
more information check the Trail Kilkenny website.
Location: Castlemorris, beside Newmarket, Co Kilkenny
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Church Avenue
Pocket park including a hopscotch area, multi-sports wall, multi-use games area, and
footpaths. Wildlife area.
Location: Church Ave, Kilkenny Rd, Castlecomer, Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
Co Kilkenny
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Coill an Fhaltaigh
This millennium wood covering 230 acres and containing 12 native species is a haven
for flora and fauna. Marked walks, picnic tables. Wheelchair friendly. Track down your
millennium tree!
Location: off the Callan Road. Turn right at Castleinch (signposted).
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Gairdín an Ghorta (Famine Garden)
This garden was designed in memory of the Great Famine. An attractive garden and a
place to stop and reflect – a gem not to be missed.
Contact: Willie Barron
Location: Newmarket, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.faminegarden.com
Email: info@faminegarden.com
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Garringreen Neighbourhood Park
Five acre parkland including soccer pitch, multi-use games area, playground, cycle lane
and footpaths.
Location: Garringreen, Johnswell Road, Co Kilkenny Email: parks@kilkennycoco.ie
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Jenkinstown Woods
Walk as much (or as little!) as you like in these pretty woods. Don’t forget to say hello to
the deer!
Location:Turn left four miles along the Castlecomer Rd from Kilkenny heading towards
Dublin (look out for a small sign on the right-hand side of the road for Jenkinstown
Castle and Gardens). Continue for ½ mile, turn right and immediately left.
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Jerpoint Park Heritage Walk
Enjoy the picturesque walk by the River Nore at Jerpoint Park, where nature is in
abundance and later, come and sample our delicious scones in our tearooms.
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Kells Priory
These Augustinian Priory ruins in the heart of Kilkenny countryside provide a hide and
seek paradise.
Location: Kells Village, Co Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Castle Park
A beautiful park whatever the season. Plenty of open lawns. Children’s play area. At the
far end of the park away from the castle is a wildlife sanctuary and pond – a great incentive
to walk just that little bit further! Opening times vary with the seasons (see sign on main
entrance gate).
Location: At Kilkenny Castle
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Kilmacoliver Walk
This 6km loop walk starts and finishes at the Watering Place – wildlife lakes fed by
fresh water springs 1km from Tullahought on the Kilkenny/Tipperary border. This walk
is unsuitable for large groups and walkers should be aware that they may encounter
livestock. No dogs permitted on this walk. For more information check the Trail Kilkenny
website.
Location: Tullahought, Co Kilkenny
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Mountain Grove Walk
This 4km looped walk explores the beautiful mixed woodlands at Mountain Grove. For
more information check the Trail Kilkenny website.
Location: Mountain Grove Woods, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny
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Newpark Marsh Neighbourhood Park
Twenty-five acre parkland including soccer pitch, multi-use games area, wildlife area and
footpaths. Haven for birds and wildlife, hidden away from bustle of city life, very pleasant
circular walk.
Location: Lover’s Lane, Kilkenny
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O’Gorman’s Lane Loop
Distance and time 4km, 1 hr 30mins. Difficulty: Easy. Country roads, old laneways,
woodland track and river bank. Suits all levels of fitness. Minimum gear: hiking boots,
raingear, snacks and fluid, mobile phone. Start at Bennettsbridge Primary School, for full
directions check website.
Location: Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
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The Islands Walk, Urlingford
A short walk through the hinterland of Urlingford. Park opposite the library/courthouse
on the Dublin side of town. This walk is 6.5km in length and follows roads, laneways and
forest tracks. For more Information check the Trail Kilkenny website.
Location: Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny
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The Nore Linear Park
The Nore Linear Park is located on the banks of the River Nore running through Kilkenny
City. A network of approximately ten kilometres of footpaths and cycle lanes have been
developed running from Fennessy’s Mill, to the south of the city, to the weir at the Bleach
Road in the north. Parallel to the Dublin Road at Lacken, you can connect into the Nore
Valley walk south to Bennettsbridge.
Location: Banks of the River Nore, Kilkenny
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The Nore Valley Walk
Walk along the banks of the River Nore from Ossory bridge to Bennettsbridge. The 11km
walk on grasslands and roadways can be started from the park at the top of Maudlin
Street or from under Ossory bridge (watch out for the signpost on the Ring Road). Access
at Bennettsbridge is down the steps beside Tynan’s Butchers at the bridge. For further
details see the Trail Kilkenny Website.
Location: Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny
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Thomastown Water Garden
Attractive small ornamental garden, with unusual water features, tucked away in the
middle of Thomastown. Complete with a garden centre, craft workshop and café. Run
by Camphill Community, caring for people with special needs. Café and garden centre
wheelchair accessible.
Gardens and Garden Centre: Open all year. Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 4.30pm. Closed
Saturday and Sunday.
Cost:
Free. Donations appreciated.
Open all year. Monday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm. Lunches 12.30pm to
Café:
2.30pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Contact: Mali Evans
Location: In Thomastown, on the Thomastown to Kilkenny Road almost
opposite Grennan College (VEC)
Email: the_watergarden@camphill.ie
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Tory Hill
Sliabh Greine Loop. For more information check the Trail Kilkenny website.
Location: Near Mullinavat, Co Kilkenny
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Walking Trails Kilkenny
Trail Kilkenny Ltd leads and facilitates the development, management and promotion of a
range of high quality walking, cycling and other leisure trails for the benefit of visitors and
residents of Co Kilkenny.
Trail Kilkenny’s Walking Trails are a series of scenic walks developed and designed to
allow you to explore more of the great outdoors, bringing Kilkenny’s wonderful countryside
to walkers. The walks are essentially ‘mini hikes’ and the character of each walk varies.
Choose a walk to suit your fitness level and the nature of your walking party. Some walks
may not suit children under 10. For more information on each of the walks check the Trail
Kilkenny website.
Contact: Trail Kilkenny, 8 Patrick’s Court,
Patrick St, Kilkenny
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Woodstock
Woodstock Gardens and arboretum are located in Inistioge, Co Kilkenny, overlooking the
picturesque River Nore valley. The gardens were once regarded as one of the greatest
gardens of Ireland created in the Victorian style and represent the gardens created by
Colonel William Tighe and his wife, Lady Louisa, in the mid-1800s.
Following the burning of Woodstock House during the Civil War in 1922, the gardens fell into
disrepair and were largely forgotten until an ambitious scheme of restoration was undertaken
by Kilkenny County Council and the local community under the Great Gardens of Ireland
Restoration Scheme. Woodstock is now a top visitor destination in the South East.
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Features to see include the flower terraces, flanked by a re-created Turner conservatory,
which is home to our tea shop (open during the summer months). Our walled garden is a
productive garden, where many varieties of fruits, vegetables and flowers are once again
grown. Visit our rose garden which contains many fantastic old Victorian varieties of roses.
Also visit our famous Monkey Puzzle and Noble Fir walks and many rare and interesting
trees from all over the world in our arboretum.
We are surrounded by the wooded Woodstock Estate where you can take a variety of
tranquil woodland walks along the River Nore. A children’s playground has recently been
added. Children’s explorer pack available. Guided tours by prior arrangement.
Cost:
€4 per vehicle, which includes admission to the gardens. Large groups and
buses by appointment only. Season tickets available for unlimited number of
visits per year €45.
John Delaney at Woodstock
Location: Coming from Kilkenny direction, in Inistioge village, take the first right just
past the Church, up a steep winding street. Enter main gateway at top of
hill. Continue along this access road for approx ½km to car park.
Email: Woodstock@kilkennycoco.ie
WILDLIFE
Birdwatch Ireland
The Kilkenny branch of Birdwatch Ireland organises regular outings to places such as the
Wexford Slobs and local woods, as well as slideshows and talks. Meet on the first Thursday
and third or fourth Sunday of the month from September to May, except December and
January. The main event of the year is the annual dawn chorus in Jenkinstown woods on
the third Sunday in May. Meet at 4.30am for guided walk through the woods. Outings are
also organised for Heritage Week during the last week in August. Look out for details of all
outings on the website, the local press and on local radio.
Contact:
Website:
Email: birdwatchkilkenny@gmail.com
Michael Hackett
www.birdwatchireland.ie
WINE
The Wine Academy Ireland
Evening courses, September to May, including WSET Intermediate and Advanced
Certificate courses and Wine Appreciation courses.
Contact: Mary Gaynor, MBA Wine
Location: The Quay, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.wineacademy.ie
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Email: mary@wineacademy.ie
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WOOD TURNING
George Wills
Lessons in wood turning available for beginners and improvers. Courses are run at
weekends or on weekdays.
Contact: George Wills
Location: Inistioge, Co Kilkenny
YOGA
Áine Finnerty
Hatha Yoga courses mornings and evenings. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Available
to private groups or companies. Qualified instructor and classes for stress management
through Yoga.
Contact: Áine Finnerty, YTI Dip, YTI Postgrad Dip
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Kilkenny Dance Studio
Adult and parent and toddler Yoga classes
Contact: Imelda
Location: 1st Floor, The Smithlands Centre, Bohernatounish Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny School of Yoga
Offers classes in all styles of Yoga and Pilates, including Hot Yoga, Men’s Core Strength
and Flexibility training, Hatha Yoga, Sivananda Yoga, Pregnancy Yoga, Kids Yoga, Power
Yoga and Ashtanga Yoga, as well as Yogalates. Yoga and Arts summer camp for children
aged 5 to 12. We are open all year round, offering classes at all levels. We welcome dropin students.
Contact: Essie
Location: Crossleigh House, Colliers Lane, Kilkenny Telephone: 087 6609654
(beside Sherwoods Electrical
Email: info@kilkennyschoolofyoga.com
50 yards off High St)
Website: www.kilkennyschoolofyoga.com
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Mary Ellen Brennan
Mary Ellen Brennan offering Yoga tuition and therapy to groups and individuals since 1994.
Contact:
Location:
Website:
Mary Ellen Brennan
Stoneyford, Co Kilkenny and
Email: maryellenbrenn@gmail.com
Ayrfield Medical Park, Granges Rd, Kilkenny
www.yoganowkilkenny.com
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Shanti School of Yoga
Classes available for all abilities and include yoga for pregnancy, active retirement, parent
and babies and children. Meditation workshops and classes. Private tuition for specific
injuries or limitations. All teachers fully qualified.
Location: Springhill Clinic, Waterford Rd,
Kilkenny
Email: elaine@shantiyoga.ie
YOUTH CLUBS/SERVICES
We offer a range of activities and supports for children and young people aged 4 to 18 homework/education support, children’s and youth groups, computer access and training,
sports, arts, film making, personal and social development. Extensive affordable summer
and Easter programmes. Supports for individual children and young people. Services
are open to children and young people in the immediate locality, however we also take
applications and referrals from elsewhere.
Contact: Karin Todd
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Foróige (see advertisement in this booklet)
Foróige offers young people between ages 10 and 18 a wide variety of volunteer-led youth
service provision.
Contact: Rosie O’Brien
Website: www.foroige.ie
Email: rosie.obrien@foroige.ie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForoigeCarlowKilkennyWexford
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Kilkenny Presbyterian Church Youth Club/Bible Centred Ministries Intl
Meet on Saturday 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Open to all teenagers (Secondary School age)
regardless of religious background.
Contact: Heather Stewart
Location: New Rd, Kilkenny
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Kilkenny Youthreach
A programme for early school leavers age 15 to 20. Provides young people with the
opportunity to gain qualifications at their own pace, e.g. Junior and Leaving Cert and
FETAC, and to do things that interest them. Available in Kilkenny City.
Contact: Caitriona Phelan
Location: Lower New St, Kilkenny
Website: www.kilkennyyouthreach.com
Email: kilkennyyouthreach@eircom.net
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Mooncoin Youth Club
Mooncoin Youth Club, under the auspices of Ossory Youth, meets every Tuesday in the
Parish Hall Mooncoin from 7.30pm to 9.30pm (excluding summer months). Membership is
open to post-primary children from first year to age 18.
Contact: Paddy Daly
Location: Parish Hall, Mooncoin, Co. Kilkenny.
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No Name! Club
No Name! Club is a national voluntary youth organisation founded in 1978, with clubs
throughout the country. No Name! Clubs are run by and for young people aged 15+ who
come together in a safe and lively environment where there’s fun, friendship and enjoyment
without the pressure of alcohol or other drugs. No Name! Clubs were founded to provide
an alternative to pub culture for young people in Ireland. They demonstrate a lifestyle in
which the use of alcohol or drugs is seen as unnecessary to the enjoyment of a happy,
cheerful and fulfilling social life for young people. There is an active Club in existence in
Kilkenny City at present and we welcome enquiries from any communities that might be
interested in setting up a Club elsewhere in Co Kilkenny.
Contact: National Office, No Name! Ireland
Location: Main St, Baltinglass, Co Wicklow
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Ossory Youth
Ossory Youth provides a range of services and opportunities to young people and those
who work with them within the informal education sector in Co Kilkenny and South Co
Laois. Check our website to get the most up-to-date information on Ossory Youth activities
and opportunities.
Website: www.ossoryyouth.com
Email: phennessy@ossoryyouth.com
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The DRUM (see advertisement in this booklet)
Drop-in Youth Café. A place where young people can meet friends in a relaxed and safe
environment.
Contact: Kate Carroll
Location: The Goods Shed, MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre
Facebook: www.facebook.com/drumyouthcentre
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The Rock Youth Drop-in Centre
Meets fortnightly on Fridays. 7.30pm to 10pm. See Youth Café below.
Contact: Robert Harper
Location: VEC School, New St, Kilkenny
Website: www.therock.ie
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Youth Café
Open alternate Fridays to The Rock Youth Drop-in Centre (see above). Also Tuesdays and
Thursdays, 4pm to 6pm.
Contact: Tim Dedrick
Location: The Methodist Church, William St (off High St), Kilkenny
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Youth Clubs affiliated to Ossory Youth
The purpose of a local youth club is to provide a safe and comfortable place where young
people from the area can meet and socialise together. Youth clubs operate one night a
week for two hours. The venue is usually the community hall/centre and a team of local
people who volunteer their time staffs the club. Young people attend on a voluntary basis.
The club programme is varied and includes sport, music, song, dance, outings, talks,
discussion group, community involvement and involvement in the wider youth service
programme. In 2012 there were 16 Youth Clubs affiliated to Ossory Youth - Borris in
Ossory, Clogh Summer Camp, Freshford, Funstar Johnswell, Goresbridge, Hugginstown,
Johnswell, Johnswell Junior Youth Club, Kilmacow, Moneenroe Summer Camp, Mooncoin
Youth Club, Mooncoin Outreach, Pals Youth Club Castlecomer, Slieverue Youth Club,
Slieverue Outreach, Swan Youth Club.
Website:
www.ossoryyouth.com
ZOO
Reptile Village (see advertisement in this booklet)
Want to find out what a snake really feels like? Or how a Chameleon catches its prey?
The Reptile Village Zoo is THE place to be! With a dedicated “animal encounter area” and
“tropical walk-through enclosure” you can touch and even hold many of our reptiles! Over
120 animals and 50 different species on display, from alligators to rattle-snakes, you are
guaranteed a fun day out.
Contact: James Hennessy
Location: The Demesne, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
Website: www.reptilevillage.net
Email: info@reptilevillage.net
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Kilkenny County Childcare Committee
Coiste Cúram Leanaí, Chontae Cill Chainnaigh
Information
Training
Advice & Support
Resource Centre
Childcare & early learning support and advice for all practitioners, childminders,
parents, potential providers and early years’ students.
The office is open to the public:
Monday to Friday
10am to 4.30pm
By appointment only
The Resource Centre is open to the public:
Friday
10am to 4.30pm
No appointment necessary
Kilkenny County Childcare Committee is committed to supporting the provision of
high quality early childhood care & education throughout the city & county.
Contact Us:
2nd Floor Desart House, Lower New Street, Kilkenny
T: 056 7752865 F: 056 7712780 E: info@kkccc.ie
www.kkccc.ie
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APPENDIX 1
CHILDCARE
PRE-SCHOOL CHILDCARE SERVICES
The following is not meant to be an endorsement or recommendation in any way
of the services supplied. Parents/Guardians are advised to satisfy themselves that
the service chosen complies with the provisions of the Child Care (Pre-School
Services) (No 2) Regulations 2006. The ECCE (Early Childhood Care and
Education Scheme otherwise known as the Free Pre-School Scheme) Scheme
is designed to give children access to a free Pre-School year of appropriate
programme-based activities in the year before they start primary school.
COMMUNITY CHILDCARE SERVICES
Offer a range of childcare services from sessional pre-school playgroups to full day-care
and after school programmes.
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Ballyhall Kindergarten
“Steiner” method playgroup. Large outdoor play area. Open to children from age 2½
to 7. Monday to Friday, 9am to 2.15pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme and Subvention
Scheme. Toddler and parent group every Friday, 10.45am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Monika
Location: Ballyhall, Callan, Co Kilkenny
Email: kindergartenballyhall@eircom.net
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Ballyragget Community Playgroup
Playgroup for age 2½ to 5. Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm and 12.30pm to 3.30pm.
Purpose-built premises. Participating in ECCE Scheme and CCS. Summer camp, one
week in July.
Contact: Marian Gorman
Location: Chapel Ave, Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny
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Brandon Community Playgroup
For children from age 2½ to school-going. Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 11.45am, Tuesday
and Thursday afternoon, 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Mary Butler / Biddy O’Brien
Location: Fairgreen, Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
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Carrigeen Community Pre-school
Open to children from age 3yrs and 3mths to 5yrs. Monday to Friday, 9.15am to 12.15pm.
Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Mary Fleming
Location: Parochial Hall
107
Clara Community Montessori and Pre-School Playgroup
Open to children from age 2½ to 4. Monday to Friday mornings. After school service
for school age children, 3pm to 6pm. Collection service available from Clara School.
Contact: Nodlaig Ryan
Location: Clara Parochial Hall, Clara, Co Kilkenny
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Conahy Community Playschool
Playgroup for children from age 2½ to 5. 5 days: 9am to 12.30pm. Participating in ECCE
Scheme.
Contact: Geraldine Dunne
Location: Conahy Community Hall, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Danesfort Community Childcare Centre
For children age 12mths ‘til after-schoolers, 8.30am to 6pm.
Contact: Monique Fitzpatrick
Location: 1 Fr Campion Place, Danesfort, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Droichead Childcare Centre (see advertisement in this booklet)
Community crèche. Monday to Friday, 8.15am to 2pm. Children age 6mths to 12yrs. Fullday care available from 6mths to 5yrs. Participating in ECCE Scheme, Subvention and
CETS. Pre-school places available. After school Monday to Thursday, from 2pm.
Contact: Maggie Davies
Location: Droichead Family Resource Centre, Mill St, Callan, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Happe Tots
Community Pre-school for children from age 2½ to school-going age. Monday to Friday,
9.30am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Orla and Sarah
Location: Happe House, 22 Hebron Park, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Kells Community Childcare Centre
Full-day care, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Pre-school sessions, 9.30am to 12.30pm.
After school and homework club available on request. Summer camp third week in July.
Contact: Olivia Dunne
Location: Kells, Co Kilkenny
Email: kellsccc@eircom.net
______________________________________________________________________
Kilkenny Community Early Years Project
Pre-school for children age 2 to 5. Monday to Thursday, 9am to 4pm and Friday, 8am to
1.10pm.
Contact: Ann McDonagh
Location: Bishop Birch Institute, Nuncio Rd, Kilkenny
108
Droichead Family Resource Centre
Droichead Childcare Centre
The Friary Complex, Callan, Co. Kilkenny
Contact Maggie T: 0567755519 ext 2, E callancc@iolfree.ie
Opening hours 8:15am – 6pm
Catering for children aged 6 months – 12 years
Droichead Community Childcare operates in a purpose built state of the art facility.
We provide:
• Affordable quality Childcare
• An inclusive child friendly environment
• Highly qualified Staff
• A wide range of developmental activities - high Scope curriculum
• Breakfast Club & Afterschool/homework Club
• Summer camp during the month of July
We also participate in the ECCE (Free Preschool Year), CETS & CCS Scheme
for children attending the centre.
Funded by the Irish Government under the
national development plan 2007 - 2013
Transforming Ireland
Kilmacow Community Pre School Active Learning Ltd
For age 3 to 5. Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm. No charge for extra half hour.
Participating in ECCE Scheme and CCS Scheme. Implement the high scope curriculum.
Contact: Sheila Holden
Location: Community Centre, Kilmacow
Email: kilmacowpre-schoolal@gmail.com
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The Learning Tree Childcare Centre and Crèche (see advertisement in this booklet)
Childcare Centre from age 4mths to 6yrs. High scope curriculum. Monday to Friday,
8.30am to 5.30pm. After school service by application. Full-time, sessional and drop-in
facilities. Spacious playrooms with large outdoor play area. New free playschool five
mornings per week. Participating in ECCE, CCS and CETS schemes.
Contact: Karin Todd and Catherine Lennon
______________________________________________________________________
Loughboy Area Resource Centre
After school programme (primary school children), Monday to Friday, 2pm to 6pm.
Includes hot snack, homework support, drama and fun activities. Places available. Take
children with special needs.
Contact: Gillian Ryan
Location: 54/55 Hollybank Lawn, Clongowen,
Email: annettelarc1@eircom.net
Kilkenny
109
Kilkenny
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Kids!
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Loughboy Community Pre-school Playgroup
Open to children from age 2yrs and 10mths to 5yrs from the Loughboy community.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm. We include free pre-school year. Take children with
special needs. Parent and children, from birth upwards, group Thursday, 10am to 12pm.
Places available for ECCE. Seasonal camps.
Contact: Annette Chappell
Location: 54/55 Hollybank Lawn, Clongowen, Kilkenny
Email: annettelarc1@eircom.net
______________________________________________________________________
Millennium Court Community After School Programme
After school Monday to Friday, 2pm to 6pm. For age 4 to 13. Summer camps.
Contact: Penny Dwyer
Location: Millennium Court Community Centre, Email: milleniumcourtcc@respond.ie
Hebron Rd, Kilkenny
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Muckalee Community Playgroup
Age 1 to 12yrs. Open 5 days a week, 8am to 6pm. ECCE and CCS Schemes.
Contact: Karen Power
Email: muckaleechildcare@gmail.com
______________________________________________________________________
Mullinavat Community Pre-school Play School
Monday to Friday, 9.15am to 12.15pm. Participating in ECCE and CCS Schemes.
Contact: Maria Kenneally
Location: Madonna House, Main St, Mullinavat
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The Growing Patch Childcare Centre, Newpark Close FRC (see advertisement in
this booklet)
Purpose-built childcare facility for children age 18mths to 12yrs. Open Monday to Friday,
8.30am to 5.30pm. After school, 1.45pm to 5.30pm. Participating in the ECCE, CETS and
CCS Schemes.
Contact: Louise
Location: Newpark Close Email: newparkclosefrc@eircom.net
Family Resource Centre, Kilkenny
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Oasis Freshford and District Childcare Centre Ltd
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Open 50 weeks of the year. Sessional, half-day and full-day
services. Community playschool. Participating in ECCE Scheme, the CCS (subvention)
and the CETS Scheme. We offer baby, waddler, toddler and pre-school rooms. We employ
nine highly-qualified staff.
Contact: Grace Kearney
Location: Tobernapesta, Freshford,
Email: oasischildcarecentre@gmail.com
Co Kilkenny
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Slieverue Community Pre-school
Sessional service, age 2½ to 5, 9am to 1pm. After school, age 4½ to 12, 1.30pm to 5.30pm.
ECCE and CCS Schemes.
Contact: Kathleen Roche
Location: John O’Donovan Parish Centre, Slieverue, Co Kilkenny
Email: slieverue.communityplaygroup@gmail.com
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Ted’s Den Community Child Care Centre
All day childcare. Playschool, 8am to 6pm. After school group Monday to Friday, 2pm to
5.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Alice Brennan
Location: Community Hall, Kilkenny St, Castlecomer
______________________________________________________________________
The Rower Pre-school
Children age 3 to 5. Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Betty Gannon
Location: Community Hall, The Rower, Co Kilkenny
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Thomastown Community Kindergarten
For children age 2 to 6. Morning and afternoon sessions. Based on the Waldrof holistic
approach in early childhood education. Arts and crafts, baking, outdoor play, healthy
snack. Operates ECCE and CCS Scheme. Summer camp available.
Contact: Lucia Caperna
Location: Rock Rd, Grennan, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
Email: thomastownkindergarten@eircom.net
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Treasured Possessions After School
Monday to Friday, 2pm to 5.30pm. Various activities like self-defence, cookery, art and
crafts, sports. Follows the school term. Summer camps also.
Contact: Sharon, Bridget and Geraldine
Location: Clogh Parish Centre, Clogh, Castlecomer
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Urlingford Community Childcare Centre
Purpose-built childcare centre. Facilities available for children age 12mths plus. Open
daily, 8am to 6pm, 50 weeks of the year. Full-time, part-time and free pre-school places
available. After school available, with free pick-up from Urlingford National School, 1.30pm
to 6pm daily. Centre offers subsidised childcare grants through CCS and CETS Schemes.
Places also available for school-age summer camps for month of July. All welcome. Please
call for more information.
Contact: Mick Kenny or June
Location: St Kieran’s Place, Urlingford,
Email: urlingfordchildcare@gmail.com
Co Kilkenny
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Busy
Bee’s
Creche & Montessori
Unit 4, IDA Business +Technology Park,
Loughboy, Kilkenny
056 7703115
51 Richview, Castlecomer Road,
Kilkenny
056 7770410
email: info@busybeescreche.ie web: www.busybeesecreche.ie
Offering:
• Qualified staff who provide the interaction, direction and ongoing support and
encouragement to all children in our care
• Toys and specialised equipment which encourages children Physically,
Intellectually, Socially and Emotionally
• A beautiful architect designed building in our IDA site with both facilities providing
indoor and outdoor play space for the children together with a specific care
programme for the developing child
• Nutritious Home Cooked Meals
• Free Pre-School Places Available
- Winner of Kilkenny County Enterprise Award 2004 -
PRIVATE CHILDCARE SERVICES
Offer a range of childcare services from sessional pre-school playgroups to full day-care
and after school programmes.
______________________________________________________________________
Apple Tree Farm Montessori
From age 2 to school age. Sessional day care available. Birthday parties catered for.
Easter and summer camps.
Contact: Pam Drennan
Location: Grove House, Skeoughvosteen, Goresbridge,
Co Kilkenny
Email: info@appletreefarm.ie
______________________________________________________________________
Ballyhale Montessori School
Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Aimee / Brigid Whittle
Location: Main St, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny
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Bambinos
Day care from 3mths. Pre-school. After school services available. Open 7.45am to
Contact: Gillian Watkins
Location: 10 & 11 Lintown Way, Johnswell Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Bluebells Crèche & Pre-school
Crèche and Pre-school catering for children from age 5mths to over 5yrs. Monday to
Friday, 8am to 6pm. For more information check out our webpage. Participating in ECCE
Scheme.
Contact: Lorraine Knowles
Location: 78/79 Roberts Hill, Circular Road, Kilkenny
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Busy Bees (see advertisement in this booklet)
Day care from age 4mths, Montessori from age 3yrs. After school club. Open 8am to 6pm.
Free pre-school places available.
Contact: Teresa
Location: 51 Richview, Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny
Contact: Claire
Location: Unit 4, IDA Business & Technology Park,
Loughboy, Kilkenny
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Callan Montessori School
Montessori for children from age 3. Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm. Participating in
ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Maria Power-Bryan
Location: Green St, Callan, Co Kilkenny
Email: callanmontessori@gmail.com
______________________________________________________________________
Castlecomer Crèche and Montessori
Full day care, playgroup and Montessori. From age 3mths to 12yrs. Monday to Friday,
8am to 6pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme. Find us on Facebook.
Contact: Noreen Buggy
Catherine Bergin
Location: Oakhill, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
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Chez Nous Montessori
For children from age 2½ to 6. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Patty Byrne
Location: Cloneen Bridge, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Church Hill Pre-school
Private pre-school for age 2yrs and 10mths to school-going. Monday to Friday, 9.30am to
Contact: Aoife Bergin
Location: National School, Cuffesgrange, Co Kilkenny
114
Cloghoge Montessori School
Purpose-designed Montessori pre-school. For children from age 2½ to 5. Monday to
Friday, 9am to 12pm. Excellent indoor and outdoor facilities. Qualified teaching staff.
Contact: Carmel Everard
Location: Cloghoge, Ballycallan, Co Kilkenny
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Early Day Montessori School
Age 2 to 5. Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm (also a 2½ hour session available).
Contact: Eileen
Telephone: 086-8363810
Location: Glendine Road, Kilkenny
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Emily’s Playgroup
Playgroup for children from age 3½ to 5. Open 9.15am to 12.15pm, five days a week.
Free childcare places under ECCE Scheme. Summer camps available.
Contact: Emily Whitford-McDonald
Location: Ballyellen, Goresbridge, Co Kilkenny
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Fairy Folk Montessori
Purpose designed and built Montessori/pre-school. For age 2½ to 5. Open Monday to
Friday, 9am to 12.30pm. After school club, 2pm to 5.30pm. Excellent indoor and outdoor
facilities. Qualified teaching staff. Participating in ECCE Scheme. Winner of the all-Ireland
Centre of Excellence in Childcare. Summer camps available.
Contact: Maria Hitchcock
Location: 60 Richview, Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny
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First Impressions
Montessori and playgroup. From age 2½. Monday to Thursday, 9am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Ann Marie O’Shea
Location: Willow Pond Hse, Tinvaun, Stoneyford,
Co Kilkenny
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First Steps
Montessori from age 3. Monday to Thursday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Irish Montessori
Education Board approved. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Mary Verling
Location: 5 Springmount, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
115
From Home 2 Home
Breakfast Club Monday to Friday, 8am to 9.30am for children going to school. Pre-school
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. After school, 2.10pm to 6pm. Pre-school and after
school activities include art and crafts, baking, dance and movement. Purpose built facility
with large outdoor soft surface play area. Open all year round. Participating in ECCE
Scheme. Summer camps available.
Contact: Siobhán Wemyss
Location: 9 Maudlin Court, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Giant Steps Montessori
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Marie Ann Cleere
Location: Tullaroan Village Hall, Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Gowran Pre-school Scallywags Childcare service
A facility where each child is treated with respect and is valued as an individual as we help
them on their journey of growing, playing and learning. Qualified and experienced staff.
ECCE places available.
Contact: Margaret Scriven
Location: Gowran, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Grass Roots Childcare
Playschool for age 3 to 5. Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm, during school term.
Afternoon session. Participating in ECCE Scheme (free pre-school scheme). Curriculum
High Scope.
Contact: Bridget Dowling
Location: 1 Rioch Court, Kilkenny
Email: info@grassrootspreschool.ie
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Green Acres Childcare Service
Full-day childcare. Montessori and after school childcare. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Gretta McGovern
Location: Rathpatrick, Slieverue, Co Kilkenny
Email: greenacres10@eircom.net
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Happy Days Crèche
Purpose-built, secure outdoor play area, all staff fully qualified, all meals home-cooked.
Participating in ECCE Scheme. Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 6pm.
Contact: Sarah O’Leary and Sandra Holohan
Location: Seville Lawns, Margaret’s Field, Callan Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Happy Days Montessori
Suitable for children from age 2 to 5. Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Participating
in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Debbie
Location: Clonmore, Piltown, Co Kilkenny
116
Headstart Montessori School
Montessori for children from age 2½. Monday to Friday mornings. Participating in ECCE
Scheme.
Contact: Lynn Finnegan
Location: 69 Springfield, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
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Hopscotch Day Nursery
For children from 12mths to 5yrs, Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 5.45pm, 51 weeks of the
year. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Julie Haycock
Location: Mullinabro, Ferrybank, Co Kilkenny
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Hugginstown Pre-School
For children from age 2½ to 5, Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm. Participating in ECCE
Scheme.
Contact: Valerie Norris
Location: Lismatigue, Hugginstown, Co. Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Jerpoint Montessori
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Summer Camp in July and August. Booking for
new term in September. Starting afternoon classes, 2pm to 5pm. Enquire about after
school club. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Mags Davis
Location: Jerpoint West, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny
117
Kiddies Kingdom
Full and part-time day care for children aged 3mths to 12yrs. Morning drop-off and after
school service available. Participating in ECCE Scheme. Open 7.30am to 6pm, 51 weeks
of the year.
Contact: Sylvia Morris, Manager
______________________________________________________________________
Kids Stuff
Montessori for children from age 2yrs and 9mths. Monday to Friday mornings. Participating
in ECCE Scheme. Servicing Castlewarren, Paulstown and Gowran.
Contact: Annette Langton-Nolan
Location: Blanchville Park, Clifden, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Kilkenny Crèche and Montessori School
Day care from 3mths. Montessori. After school services available. Open 7.45am to
Contact: Terese Lyons or Caroline Hoyne
Location: 7 Sion Meadows, Sion Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Kilmacow Montessori and after-school care
Montessori Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.30pm. After school Monday to Friday, 2pm to
Contact: Helen Murphy Walsh
Location: Dangan, Kilmacow
______________________________________________________________________
Kinderland
From 6mths. After school service available. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Paula Roche and Moira Brennan
Location: 1 The Green, Ayrfield, Grange’s Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Lámha Beaga Childcare Service
Crèche, Montessori, After school. Monday to Friday, 8am to 6.15pm. Participating in ECCE
Scheme and CETS Scheme.
Contact: Marguerite O’Brien
Location: Old Sion Rd, Middleknock, Dublin Rd, Kilkenny Telephone: 087 6940300
______________________________________________________________________
Lilliput Montessori
Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Caters for children from 2yrs and 10mths to
school age. Participating in ECCE Scheme. Check out our Facebook page.
Contact: Natasha Reilly-Byrne
Location: 1 Pocock Valley, Johnswell Road, Kilkenny
118
Little Acorns
Pre-school and after school. From September running morning and afternoon pre-school.
After school from 1pm to 4.30pm. Purpose built location in rural setting just 1km from New
Ross. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Carol Leavy
Location: Flower Hill, Rosbercon, New Ross, Co Kilkenny Telephone: 087 7438803
______________________________________________________________________
Little Mischief Day Nursery & Montessori
Babies to age 5. Monday to Friday, 7am to 5.30pm.
Contact: Sharon O’Brien
Location: Roseleigh, Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
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Little Ones
Pre-school from age 3½ to 5, Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm. Sessional from age 2½ to
3½, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Jackie Oglesby
Location: 28 Mayfield, Kells Rd, Kilkenny
Email: jackieoglesby63@gmail.com
______________________________________________________________________
Little Rascals Pre-school
Playgroup from age 3 to 4. Monday to Friday mornings, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Participating
in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Margaret Murphy
Location: Polerone, Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Little Sunflowers Crèche Pre-school and Montessori
Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.20pm. Full-time care, half-day care, sessional Montessori.
Morning and afternoon sessions. School drop and pick up. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Lorraine O’Neill / Ann O’Keeffe
Location: Clonmel Rd, Callan, Email: littlesunflowerscrèche@yahoo.com
Co Kilkenny
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Little Sunflowers TOO
Montessori and after school service. Sessional and open 38 weeks of year.
Contact: Ann O’Keeffe
Location: Prologue, Callan, Co Kilkenny Email: littlesunflowerscrèche@yahoo.com
______________________________________________________________________
Marbles Crèche and Montessori
Purpose-built Crèche, catering for babies right through to after school. Fully qualified staff.
Nutritious meals. School collection, easy access from Ring Road. 8am-6pm. Participating
in ECCE and CETS Schemes.
Contact: Lorna McCormack
Location: 7 Marble Crest, Ardnore, Kilkenny Email: mccormacklorna@yahoo.co.uk
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Mini Me Crèche
Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 6.30pm. ECCE and CCS Schemes.
Contact: Liz Campbell
Location: 6 College View, Walkin St, Kilkenny
Email: lizycampbell77@gmail.com
______________________________________________________________________
Montessori Academy and Crèche
Day care from age 6mths. Montessori from age 3yrs. After school service available.
Open 8.30am to 6pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Louise Clarke
Location: 1 Smithlands Court, Loughboy, Kilkenny
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Mount View Montessori
In an idyllic setting. Caters for children aged 2½ to 5. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Madeline O’Brien
Location: 2½ miles from Carrick-on-Suir
Email: mtviewmontessori@eircom.net
______________________________________________________________________
Naíonra Réalta Beaga
Private playschool. Five days a week. 9.30am to 1pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Places available.
Contact: Ailis Kelly/Stella Coady
Location: Coon Hall, Coon West, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Nurture & Grow
Available for full/part-time and pre-school mornings up to school going age. Fully qualified
staff.
Contact: Laura Aylward
Location: Fiodh Mhór, Abbeylands, Ferrybank, Waterford
______________________________________________________________________
Our Lady of Lourdes All Day Crèche and Montessori Centre
All day, Montessori and after school. Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm for children 13mths and
upwards.
Contact: Catherine & Matthew O’Neill
Location: Old Grange, Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Piltown Busy Bees Play School
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Maria McGowan
Amanda Brady
Location: Iverk Showgrounds, Piltown
______________________________________________________________________
Presentation Playschool
Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm. From 2yrs and 7mths up. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Olivia Wall
Location: Parnell St, Kilkenny
120
Skeough Playgroup and Montessori
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm for ECCE Scheme children and Monday to
Wednesday, 9.30am to 12.30pm for playgroup.
Contact: Ann Treacy
Location: Coolnabrune, Skeoughvosteen, Co Kilkenny
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Skough Hill Playgroup
Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm and 12.20pm to 3.20pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Joan O’Gorman
Location: Skough Hill, Owning, Piltown,
Email: skoughhillplaygroup@gmail.com
Co Kilkenny
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Square One (see advertisement in this booklet)
Day care from age 5mths. Toddler Group. Montessori from age 3yrs. Open 8.30am to
6pm. Free pre-school places available.
Contact: Marie Ring
Location: 23 Cedarwood Crescent, Loughboy, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Step-by-Step Crèche & Montessori
3mths to 5yrs and after school. 8am to 6pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Helen Mallon
Location: 60 Oaklawn, Paulstown, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Súgradh Crèche
Full day care and Montessori. After school and drop in. From 7.30am to 6pm. For
children from 6mths to 13yrs.
Contact: Denise Frisby
Location: Carrick-on-Suir
______________________________________________________________________
Súgradh Pre-school
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm.
Contact: Cathy McNena
Location: Tobernabrone, Piltown, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Sunny Days Montessori
Age 2½ to 5. Monday to Friday, 9.10am to 12.30pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Ann O’Connell Kelly
Location: 1 Golf Links Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Talbot’s Gate Crèche and Montessori
Private, full day care. Monday to Friday, 7.45am to 6pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Sheila Canning
Location: 31 Talbot’s Gate, Freshford Rd, Kilkenny
121
The Learning Garden Crèche & Montessori
Full and part day care for children from 2mths to school going. Participating in ECCE
Scheme.
Contact: Vera Lacey
Location: The Left Bank, Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Tiddlywinks Crèche & Montessori
Monday to Friday, 7.50am to 6pm. From 4mths to after school. All meal and snacks
included. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Shelly Woodgate
Location: 1 Rathullard, Bonnetsrath Road, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Tiny Tots Montessori School
School term Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Valerie Butler
______________________________________________________________________
Tiny Tots Paradise Crèche
Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6.30pm. For children from 3mths to 12yrs. Participating
in ECCE Scheme and CETS Scheme. A hot meal is provided, homework done. Ageappropriate games and equipment. Homework club 2pm to 6.30pm daily.
______________________________________________________________________
Tiny Tots Paradise Naíonra
Monday to Friday, 9am to 12.15pm and 2pm to 5pm. Fully qualified Irish speaking teacher,
registered with Fobairt Naíonraí Teoranta.
______________________________________________________________________
Tír na Nóg
Montessori and playgroup from age 2½. Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 11.45am.
Contact: Áine Turley
Location: Cluain Lagan, Grange’s Rd, Kilkenny
Email: aine-turley@hotmail.com
______________________________________________________________________
Tús Maith Naíonra (see advertisement in this booklet)
Introduction to Irish for all pre-school children.
Contact: Marie Ring
Location: 18 Whitewood, Garringreen, Johnswell Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Twinkles Crèche and Montessori
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Participating in ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Louise Young
Location: Rose Hill, Kells Rd, Kilkenny
Email: twinklesCrèche@gmail.com
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Urlingford Playgroup for Little Learners
Playgroup from age 2½. Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm. Monday to Thursday, 12.15pm
to 3.15pm. Outdoor playground. High Scope curriculum.
Contact: Angela Brennan
Location: Old School, Urlingford, Co KilkennyEmail: angelabrennan01@hotmail.com
______________________________________________________________________
The Wishing Well Crèche and Montessori
Full day care, Montessori and playschool. Day care from 3mths. After school club available.
Fresh nutritious home-made meals provided daily. Very competitive fees. Participating in
ECCE Scheme. National Children’s Nursery Association approved. Open 7.45am to 6pm.
Contact: Helen O’Regan
Location: Glen Vale, Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny. Telephone: 056 8833564
______________________________________________________________________
Woodstock Play School/Montessori
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12.30pm. ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Martina Gantley Telephone: 087 4165322
Location: Woodstock Lodge, Inistioge, Co Kilkenny Email: john@gantleybusiness.ie
______________________________________________________________________
Young Days Pre-school
Age 3 upwards. Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1pm. ECCE Scheme.
Contact: Nuala O’Dwyer-Butler
Location: Ballycallan Hall, Co Kilkenny
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PARENT AND TODDLER GROUPS
Local support groups which offer young children and their parents/carers an opportunity to
meet, play and socialise together, usually for one morning a week.
______________________________________________________________________
Ballycallan Parent and Toddler Group
Wednesday, 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Assumpta O’Brien
Location: Ballycallan Hall, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Ballyhall Parent and Toddler Group
Toddler and parent group every Friday, 10.45am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Liz Devine
______________________________________________________________________
Bigwood Parent and Toddler Group
Contact: Madeline Byrne
Location: Bigwood National School, Co Kilkenny
Email: maddybyrne@eircom.net
______________________________________________________________________
Carer, Baby and Toddler Group (see advertisement in this booklet)
Wednesday, 11am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Olive Maher
Location: Friary Complex, Callan, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Castlecomer Parent, Pre-school and Toddler Group
Thursday, 10am to 12pm.
Contact: Richenda
Location: Community Hall, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Cuidiú (Irish Childbirth Trust)
Toddler group, Friday mornings, 10.30am to 12 noon (term time). Small contribution
welcome.
Contact: Lucy Glendinning
Website: www.cuidiu-ict.ie
Location: Scouts Den, Bennettsbridge Road.
______________________________________________________________________
Gowran Parent and Toddler Group
Tuesday, 10.30am to 12pm.
Contact: Margaret Scriven
Location: Community Hall, Gowran, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Loughboy Parent and Toddler Group
Thursday, 10am to 12pm.
Contact: Gillian Ryan
Location: 54/55 Hollybank Lawn, Clongowen, Kilkenny
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Mooncoin Parent and Toddler Group
Tuesday and Thursday, 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Collette Ryan
Location: The Parish Hall, Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Baby and Toddler morning offers a brilliant space for parents, guardians, nannies,
childminders and children to interact and share invaluable experiences. Tuesday, 10.30am
to 12.30pm
Contact: Ber Telephone: 056 7723309
Location: Newpark Close FRC
______________________________________________________________________
Parent to Parent (see advertisement in this booklet)
Support Group for parents and carers of children with special needs
First Wednesday of every month during the school year, 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Noreen Irwin / Therese Buckley
Location: St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny Telephone: 087 9040208
See also ARCH Club in Special Needs.
______________________________________________________________________
Piltown Parent and Toddler Group
Meet in Piltown National School. Every Wednesday, 10.30am to 12.30pm.
Contact: Jane Whelan
Location: National School Hall, Piltown,
Email: janewhelan@hotmail.com
Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Presbyterian Church Parent and Toddler Group “Caring for People, Sharing our
Saviour”
Play, songs, craft, chat and refreshments. A great place to meet people! Every Tuesday
and Wednesday, 10.30am to 12 noon, excluding school holidays.
Contact: Heather Jeffery
Aileen Morrissey
Location: Presbyterian Church, New Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Urlingford/Johnstown Parent and Toddler Group
Wednesday, 10am to 12pm. Tea/Coffee and activities.
Contact: Carla Ennis
Location: Urlingford Community Childcare Centre,
St Kieran’s Place, Urlingford, Co Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Wandesforde Hall Parent and Toddler Group
Tuesday, 10am to 11.30am. During School term.
Contact: Jackie Neale
Location: Hollypark, Crettyard, Co Carlow
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Childminders (Private, home based childcare services)
The Childcare (Pre-school Services) Regulations 2006 state that a childminder should
look after no more than 5 pre-school children, including his/her own at any one time.
If a childminder meets this criteria they are obliged to notify with the HSE. However if a
childminder is caring for 3 pre-school children or less they can avail of the Voluntary
Notification System put in place by the County Childcare Committee. This system of
notification is dealt with by their local Childminding Advisory Officer within the County
Childcare Committee.
Contact: Helena Comerford
Location: Childminding Advisory Officer, County Childcare Committee,
2nd Floor, Desart Hse, Lr New St, Kilkenny
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Childcare Funding Schemes
There are three childcare funding schemes currently available in Ireland, all of which are funded through the Department of
Children & Youth Affairs
The Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) Scheme gives children access to a free Pre School Year of appropriate
programme based activities in the year before they start primary school. All childcare and early education services in Kilkenny
offer this scheme.
The Community Childcare Subvention (CCS) Scheme enables community childcare services to offer parents who are
in receipt of social welfare payments a reduction in their childcare fees. This scheme is available in community childcare
services only.
The Childcare Education & Training Support (CETS) Scheme provides participants availing of certain FAS and VEC
training courses with a childcare place for the duration of their course. This is available in some community and private
services.
For further information on any of these schemes contact the Kilkenny County Childcare Committee on 056-7752865
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APPENDIX 2
VOLUNTARY WORK
A to Z of Volunteering Opportunities
The following are just some of the local organisations that welcome volunteers.
______________________________________________________________________
Butler Gallery
Volunteers required from April to end September for general art gallery duties.
Contact: Pauline Swaine
Location: Kilkenny Castle
Email: pauline@butlergallery.com
______________________________________________________________________
Fr McGrath Homework Club (see advertisement in this booklet)
The Father McGrath Homework Club assists almost 90 primary and post-primary school
children from the local community with their homework on a one-to-one basis. The
Homework Club operates Monday to Thursday, 2pm to 5pm, from September to June.
Volunteers are required to give as little as one hour per week of their time - this would be
a great help. No teaching skills are required.
Contact: Karin Todd
Location: Family Resource Centre, St Joseph’s Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
This busy Centre currently has 60 volunteer information givers working in four locations
across the County. Doing voluntary work in the Citizens Information Centre (CIC) involves
dealing with the many and varied queries they receive from the public. Volunteers receive
extensive training.
Contact: Development Manager
Telephone: 0761 07 7910
Location: 4 The Parade, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
Kilkenny Community and Voluntary Forum
If you are interested in receiving a monthly newsletter with details of volunteering
opportunities please contact us. Currently there is no Volunteer Centre in Kilkenny.
Contact: Monica O’Shea
Location: Millennium Court, Hebron Rd,
Kilkenny
Email: kkcommunityforum@eircom.net
______________________________________________________________________
Kilkenny Traveller Community Movement After Schools Club
KTCM assists and supports Traveller children of primary and secondary school age,
in the Hebron and Wetlands areas of Kilkenny City and Rosbercon, Co Kilkenny, to do
their homework. KTCM also provides recreational, cultural and social activities to the 82
participating children. Volunteers who are interested in work experience and looking to a
career in social care, childcare or teaching are welcome to apply. Teaching skills are not
required.
Contact:
Claire Kenealy
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Kilkenny/Carlow Contact (see advertisement in this booklet)
Befriending and support organisation for older people. Volunteers visit elderly people in
their own homes, committing to befriend and visit, one-two hours each week only. Training
nights and Garda clearance arranged.
Contact: Eleanor Doyle
______________________________________________________________________
L’ARCHE
L’Arche is a group of over 130 worldwide communities where people with and without
intellectual disabilities share life together in community. There are plenty of opportunities to
become involved as an occasional volunteer. Help prepare a meal in one of the homes or
lend a hand with the household chores. Spend a day in the garden or in the administration
office. Or just be a friend to one of our core members or assistants.
Location: Cluain Aoibhinn, Fairgreen Lane,
Telephone: 056 772 5283
Callan, Co Kilkenny
Email: admin@larche.ie
______________________________________________________________________
Meals-on-Wheels
Volunteers deliver meals to the elderly in their homes. Volunteers give 1½ hours of their
time each week. This service operates year round.
Contact: Kitt Hunt
Location: Kilkenny Social Services, Waterford Rd, Kilkenny
______________________________________________________________________
St Luke’s General Hospital Kilkenny
The Volunteer Service at St Luke’s General Hospital aims to assist and support members
of the public when visiting the hospital. The main role of volunteers is to provide a
friendly welcome by assisting and guiding visitors and patients to the various wards,
departments and clinics in the hospital. Volunteers also visit patients, do bedside reading,
text messaging, fetch newspapers/beverages and man information stands. St Luke’s also
offers members of the public the opportunity to give feedback on hospital services through
their Patient Partnership and Pediatric Focus Groups.
Contact: Alison Mulloney, Patient Liaison Officer
Location: St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny
Email: alison.mulloney1@hse.ie
______________________________________________________________________
Samaritans
Samaritans is a voluntary listening charity supporting people in all sorts of crisis that cause
emotional upset. The service provides non-judgemental, confidential, emotional support
to people experiencing distress or despair, including suicidal feelings. They are available
24hrs a day, 7 days a week and encourage people in need of support to get in touch. They
recruit new volunteers twice a year in the spring and autumn. Training is essential and is
conducted over a six month period and there is continuous on-going training. Volunteers
commit to doing one 3 hour duty per week and also a regular overnight duty. Commitment
and confidentiality are the cornerstones of the Samaritan organisation. For an application
form phone, write or call in.
Location: 2 Abbeybridge, Dean St, Kilkenny
Visit between 2pm and 8pm
Text: 087 2609090
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Telephone: 1850 60 90 90
Email: jo@samaritans.org
SOS
SOS is a voluntary organisation for adults with a mild to moderate intellectual disability.
SOS provides day services, respite and residential care. We are looking for families to
provide short breaks in their home for adults from our services, nominal expenses are
paid. We are also looking for volunteers to befriend adults in our services, thus supporting
us in providing extra social and recreational activities.
Contact: Social Work Dept
Location: Callan Rd, Kilkenny
Email: ksherry@soskilkenny.com
Website: www.soskilkenny.com
______________________________________________________________________
Word Aid
Word Aid, the Co Kilkenny Adult Learning Scheme is a free confidential service that
supports adults with reading, writing, spelling or maths difficulties. Word Aid holds a tutor
training course for volunteers annually. They require volunteers to give 2 hours of their
time each week, have a sympathetic and understanding nature, be good listeners and
have the ability to work with others on a confidential basis.
Contact: Marion Dermody
Location: 43 Upper Patrick St, Kilkenny
Email: wordaid@kkvec.ie
Intruder Alarms
CCTV Remote Monitoring
Access Control System
Gate Automation
Digital Video Recorders
Padraig Moore, Dunnamaggin, Co. Kilkenny
T 087 2796193
www.pmsecurity.ie
Feel Safe when you’re Home or Away call PM today 087 2796193
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Kilkenny LEADER Partnership
Connected Strategies for Sustainable Communities
Kilkenny LEADER Partnership (KLP) is the non-profit organisation driving
community development and rural enterprise in the city and county of
Kilkenny. The aim of KLP is to empower local communities to increase their
quality of life by providing information, assistance, support and training.
KLP has a set of one to one supports for people who are unemployed,
including job search workshops, cv preparation, work experience placement
projects and linkage on to training programmes.
Grant assistance is also available under the Rural Development Programme to
support the development of rural enterprises.
Visit our website: www.cklp.ie. See the list below to locate your
nearest KLP office and find out what we can do to help you.
KLP Main Office
8 Patrick’s Court
Patrick Street
Kilkenny
Tel: 056 7752111
Citizens Information Centre
Graiguenamanagh, Co Kilkenny
Tel: 059 9725865
Contact: Alison: 086 0244366 /
Derry: 086 7754335
Happe House
22 Hebron Park
Kilkenny
Wed: 9:30am – 1:00pm
Tel: Olivia: 086 8501972
Castlecomer Community Hall
Tel: 056 4441966
Contact: Una: 087 6536352 /
Anne Marie: 087 2061370
Piltown Community Centre
Tues: 9:30am- 5:00pm
Tel: Olivia: 086 8501972
Kilmacow Community Centre
Thurs: 9:30am- 1:00pm
Contact: Olivia: 086 8501972
O’Loughlin Court Community
Centre
O’Loughlin Court
Kilkenny
Tel: 056 7770069
Cairdeas Training and Community Centre,
Ferrybank
Tues, Wed & Thurs
Contact Sheila: 086 8501971
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APPENDIX 3
SCHOOLS IN KILKENNY CITY AND COUNTY
Primary Schools in Co Kilkenny
School
St Brendan’s NS (M)
St Patrick’s NS (M)
Scoil Bhríde (M)
St Ciarán’s Boys
Scoil Bhríde (G)
Bennettsbridge NS (M)
Scoil Iognaid Rís
Castlecomer
Convent NS (M)
Castlecomer NS (B)
Lisnafunchin NS (M)
Moneenroe NS (M)
Clara NS (M)
St Joseph’s NS (M)
Clogh NS (M)
St Brigid’s NS (M)
Conahy NS (M)
St Michael’s (M)
Burnchurch NS (M)
Churchill NS (M)
Danesfort NS (M)
St Leonard’s NS (M)
Holy Cross NS (M)
Scoil Naomh
Fiachra NS (M)
St Lachtain’s NS (M)
St Michael’s NS (M)
Creenkille NS (M)
Glenmore NS (M)
Goresbridge NS (M)
St Mary’s NS (M)
Graiguenamanagh Boys
Scoil Mhuire gan
Smól (G)
Location
Muckalee, Ballyfoyle
Ballyhale
Lisdowney, Ballyragget
Ballyragget
Ballyragget
Bennettsbridge
Callan
Tel. No.
056 4441422
056 7768915
056 8833495
056 8833351
056 8833606
056 7727553
056 7725572
Principal
Kevin Cummins
Mary Hahessy
Mairéad Dowling
Patrick O’Neill
Claire Dunne
Brendan Smyth
John Moloney
Castlecomer
Castlecomer
Castlecomer
Castlecomer
Clara
Clinstown, Jenkinstown
Clogh
Coon
Conahy
Crosspatrick
Cuffesgrange
Cuffesgrange
Danesfort
Dunamaggin
Firoda
056 4441426
056 4441774
056 7767076
056 4442288
056 7759736
056 7767944
056 4442374
056 4443235
056 7767100
056 8831753
056 7729138
056 7729144
056 7727588
056 7728386
056 4441384
Nuala Horan
John Kelly
Conor Doyle
Mairín Bergin
Richard Mulrooney
Kathleen Maher
James Walsh
Margaret Brennan
John Meagher
Diarmuid Broderick
Bríd O’Riordan
Séamus O’Fionnaloigh
Joseph Hickey
Jackie Delahunty
Martin Fogarty
Freshford
Freshford
Galmoy
Gathabawn
Glenmore
Goresbridge
Gowran
Graiguenamanagh
056 8832417
056 8832400
056 8831481
056 8832111
051 880269
059 9775168
056 7726221
059 9724454
Thomas Maher
Thomas Doheny
Claire Brittan
Síle Waldron
Donal Power
Gerard Farrelly
Claire Hanrick
Jennifer Barron
Graiguenamanagh
059 9724490
Catherine Doyle
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St Brendan’s NS (M)
SN Moin Ruadh (M)
St Columcille’s NS (M)
The Rower NS (M)
Johnswell NS (M)
St Kieran’s NS (M)
St Brigid’s NS (M)
Gaelscoil Osraí (M)
Holy Spirit Special
School (M)
Kilkenny CBS (B)
Kilkenny School
Project (M)
The Model NS (M)
Mother of Fair
Love NS (M)
Presentation (G)
St Canice’s NS (M)
St John’s Infants NS (M)
St John’s
Senior NS (M)
St John of God NS (G)
St Patrick’s De La
Salle NS (B)
St Patrick’s Special
School (M)
St Joseph’s Girls St Patrick’s (M)
St Senan’s NS (B)
St Aidan’s Central
School (M)
Kilmoganny NS (M)
Carrigeen NS (M)
Presentation
Convent NS (G)
Our Lady of Lourdes (B)
St Beacon’s NS (M)
Ballyfacey NS (M)
St Colmcille’s NS (M)
St Brigid’s School (M)
Hugginstown
Hugginstown
Inistioge
Via Thomastown
Johnswell
Johnstown, via Thurles
Kells
Loughboy, Kilkenny
056 7768919
056 7768931
056 7758660
051 423838
056 7759895
056 8831611
056 7728476
056 7765697
Thomas Duggan
Eilish Holden O’Shea
Alice Beck
Mary McCormack
Ann Holohan
John Curran
Josephine Molloy
Seán ÓhArgáin
Callan Rd, Kilkenny
Stephen’s St, Kilkenny
056 7752466
056 7761739
Karen Lowther
Denis O’Reilly
Springfields, Kilkenny
056 7751407
Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny 056 7722082
Mary Nicolson
Olwen Mackey
James St, Kilkenny
Parnell St, Kilkenny
Granges Rd, Kilkenny Michael St, Kilkenny
056 7721352
056 7765598
056 7762150
056 7762888
Damien Casey
Maria Kelly
Marie Comerford
Mary O’Neill
Ballybough St, Kilkenny
Upr New St, Kilkenny
056 7763528
056 7721290
Pádraig O’Neill
Rita Holohan
Cootes Lane, Kilkenny
056 7761081
Brian Cody
Kells Rd, Kilkenny
Kilmacow
Strangsmills, Kilmacow
Kilmacow
056 7722934
051 885399
051 874474
051 885361
Jane Dowling
Michael Kavanagh
Valerie Breathnach
Patrick Harte
Kilmanagh
056 7769340
Kilmoganny
051 648349
Carrigeen, via Waterford 051 895423
James Neary
Eilish Lanigan
Eamonn Donovan
Mooncoin
Mooncoin
Mullinavat
Ballyfacey, Mullinavat
Bigwood, Mullinavat
Paulstown
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051 895503
051 895411
051 898442
051 880388
051 885525
059 9726149
Breda O’Shea
Patrick Duggan
Tom O’Brien
Brigid Barron
Sabrina Kelly
Mary Holden
Owning NS (M)
Piltown NS (M)
Templeorum NS (M)
Listerlin NS (M)
Shanbogh NS (M)
St Canice’s NS Skeoughvosteen NS (M)
Ringville NS (M)
Slieverue NS (M)
Stoneyford NS (M)
Convent of
Mercy NS (M)
Tullaroan NS (M)
Urlingford NS (M)
St Nicholas NS (M)
Wandesforde NS (M)
Owning, Piltown
Piltown
Templeorum, Piltown
Listerlin, Rosbercon
Rosbercon
Rosbercon
Skeoughvosteen
Slieverue
Slieverue
Stoneyford
051 643628
051 643498
051 643602
051 427305
051 880308
051 422813
059 9775444
051 832635
051 832339
056 7728393
Patrick O’Gorman
Mark Connolly
Maria O’Mahony
William Cassin
Noel Roche
Liam Collins
Catherine Murphy
Josephine Grennan
Catherine Grant
Maire E Ní Mhoráin
Thomastown
Tullaroan
Urlingford
Windgap
Wandesforde
056 7724290
0567769469
056 8831512
051 648321
056 4441517
Margaret Walsh
Breda Holmes
Dermot Dunphy
Sadie Bacon
Susan Dennehy
Location
Ballyhale
Callan
Callan
Tel. No.
056 7768632
056 7725340
056 7725189
Principal
Patrick O’Hanlon
Frank McKenna
Patrick Power
Castlecomer
Johnstown
Ormonde Rd, Kilkenny
Graiguenamanagh
James St, Kilkenny
056 4441447
Seamus O’Connor
056 8831135
John Cahill
056 7764557 Canitha Ó Muircheartaigh
059 9724177
Pat Murphy
056 7721402
Tom Clarke
Second Level Schools in Co Kilkenny
School
Scoil Aireagail
Coláiste Eamon Rís
St Brigid’s College
Castlecomer
Community School Coláiste Mhuire
Coláiste Pobail Osraí
Duiske College
Kilkenny CBS
Kilkenny City Vocational
School
Kiilkenny College
Kilkenny Presentation
Convent
Loreto Convent
St Kieran’s College
Coláiste Cois Siúire
Our Lady of Lourdes
Grennan College
New St, Kilkenny
056 7722108
Castlecomer Rd, Kilkenny 056 7761544
Cathy McSorley
Ian Coombes
Loughboy, Kilkenny
Granges Rd, Kilkenny
College Rd, Kilkenny
Mooncoin
Rosbercon, New Ross
Thomastown
Shane Hallahan
Colm Keher
John Curtis
Paul Duggan
Ken Moroney
William Norton
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056 7765684
056 7765132
056 7761707
O51 895112
051 422177
056 7724112
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