Walkin’s Lough

Walkins Lough Edward J. Law (2012) Walkin Street in Kilkenny is said to have been named during the 16th and 17th centuries when, with the city enclosed by stout walls, […]

The Kilkenny Woodworkers

THE KILKENNY WOODWORKERS PADDY NEARY In April 1905 a public meeting was held at the Tholsel for the presentation of prizes to successful pupils from the new Technical School. After […]

Ballooning in Kilkenny

Ballooning in Kilkenny Edward J Law (2015) The crowds which assemble in Kilkenny’s Castle Park whenever it is the venue for the launch of gaily-coloured hot-air balloons, show the strong […]

Denis Doyle from Cuffesgrange

Dennis Doyle From Cuffesgrange Peter McQuillan My story to-day is about a remarkable man from Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny who emigrated to North America in the great wave of migration which […]

Lecture: Langton Families

Langton Families: Can DNA, combined with circumstantial evidence form a bridge between Kilkenny and Cadiz? by Dr Rory O’Shea Admission for members of the Kilkenny Archaeological Society is € 7, […]

Table Quiz

Table quiz at Bollard’s of Kieran Street in aid of the Rothe House Trust. Tables up to four players; historic, general knowledge and fun questions. Admission fee does apply.