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picnic area. Tel: (056) 772 7229. Bennettsbridge is also located on
the Kilkenny Craft Trail where some of Ireland’s finest studio workshops
are located. Contact the Kilkenny Tourist Office, tel: (056) 775 1500.
shopping shopping
Chesneau Leather, Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny. Tel: (056) 772
7456; Email:
ches@indigo.ie; Web:
www.chesneaudesign.com.
Kilkenny-based Chesneau Leather was established 25 years ago by
French designer, Edmond Chesneau. He designs elegant, modern and
understated pieces, combining traditional craftsmanship with
contemporary design using premium leathers and superior quality
fittings. The collections combine a timeless, classic look with
hardwearing durability. The range includes ladies’ handbags –
available in both classic and bright seasonal colours. Also available:
executive, small goods and travel luggage. Visit the Chesneau shop at
Bennettsbridge and view the current collections and one-off pieces.
Open seven days. Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm and Sunday 12pm-6pm.
Keith Mosse Woodworking, Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny. Tel: (056)
772 7860; Fax: (056) 772 7948; Email:
keith@keithmosse.com; Web:
www.keithmosse.com. Keith Mosse is an award-winning wood-turner and
maker of exclusive custom-made furniture. The Woodwork Shop displays
the range of his skills, with furniture and turned work in woods from all
over the world. Particular prominence is given to Australian woods, with
which Keith became fascinated when he lived in Australia. These are
specially imported and are exclusive to him. There is also a wide range of
traditional wooden toys that will delight youngsters and bring back
memories for their parents and grandparents. Complementing the wooden
items, there is also a range of handmade tribal Gabbeh rugs from Iran.
These are noteworthy for their wonderful colours which are made from
vegetable dyes, and their simple, naïve patterns.
GOWRAN
Gowran is famous for its racecourse, which holds several meetings
each year. It was once famed as the seat of the Kings of Ossary, but
they were driven out by the Anglo-Normans. In 1608 Gowran was
made a parliamentary borough by James I, but was later conquered by
Cromwell in 1650. St. Mary’s church is worth a visit and features
Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum
tombs, carvings and monuments, including an Ogham stone. For golf
enthusiasts, a visit to the newly developed 18-hole Gowran Park – one
of the country’s finest parkland courses – is sure to beckon.
Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny
Woodstock Gardens and Arboretum, located in the village of Inistioge,
Co. Kilkenny, are perfectly positioned on the picturesque banks of the
pointofinterest activities & pastimes
River Nore. The Gardens, developed between the 1840s & 1890s, are
Gowran Park Horse Racing and Golf Course, Gowran Park, Gowran, Co.
currently under restoration by Kilkenny County Council. . Kilkenny. Tel: (056) 772 6225/772 6699; Email:
.
Features include The Flower Terraces,
gowranparkltd@eircom.net; Web:
www.gowranpark.ie. Famed for its
The Winter Garden, The Monkey Puzzle
racecourse placed in the wonderful woodland setting of the old Annaly
Walk, The Noble Fir Walk, The Grotto Estate, Gowran Park has now developed one of the finest golf facilities
and The Arboretum. available, with a challenging and exciting 18-hole, par 71 course
designed by Jeff Howes. Group admission rates available on request.
The rooftop panoramic bars and restaurants are the ideal place for
food, drink and entertainment.
Guided tours are available on request,
and refreshments are available from
the Tea Rooms (weekends only during
winter months).
Chesneau
Bennettsbridge
Co. Kilkenny
Woodstock Gardens c/o Kilkenny County Council
T: (056) 779 4000 F: (056) 779 4004 W:
www.woodstock.ie
Tel: 00 353 56 772 7456
Contact: Claire Murphy M: 087 858 0502
Email:
ches@indigo.ie
Contact: John Delaney M: 087 854 9785
www.chesneaudesign.com
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