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GRAIGUENAMANAGH
Graiguenamanagh is an attractive market town in a beautiful spot on a
bend in the River Barrow about 23km south-east of Kilkenny. For
centuries, the town was the home of many boatmen who transported
goods and people up and down Ireland’s rivers and canals. It is still a
popular base for pleasure boating, as well as fishing, hill-walking and other
outdoor pursuits and at the end of July the town hosts its Regatta and
Rowing Festival. Graiguenamanagh’s centrepiece is the marvellous Duiske
Abbey, a Cistercian abbey dating from the 13th century. Now completely
restored, of special interest are its stained-glass windows, wood carvings
and decorated tiles from the original 13th century floor. Open daily to
visitors, the building is also used for concerts and recitals. The Cushendale
Woollen Mills are also located in the town and the mill shop is open to the
public. For the adventurous, the South Leinster Way walking route can be
joined at Graiguenamanagh, which will take you to the summit of Brandon
Hill and through Inistioge, Mullinavat, Piltown and Carrick-on-Suir.
INISTIOGE
This delightful village on the River Nore with its ten-arched stone
bridge and tree-lined village square is 6km south west of
Graiguenamanagh. Located 1km south of the village is the recently
restored Woodstock Gardens and Arboretum, which offer visitors a
chance to explore its Flower Terraces, Winter Garden, Monkey Puzzle
Walk, Noble Fir Walk and arboretum with its rare collection of trees
from around the world. Tel: (056) 775 8797. Also located here are
the ruins of Woodstock House, built in 1745, and Mount Sandford Shopping in Kilkenny.
Castle viewing point, where you can catch breathtaking views of the
wooded valley of the River Nore, overlooking Inistioge. 898173; Fax: (051) 898435; Email:
info@therisingsun.ie; Web:
www.therisingsun.ie. This cosy country guesthouse, located close to
publicbuilding places of interest Waterford City (12 km), is an ideal base for touring the South East
Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum, Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny; Tel: (056) and within short distance of many fine golf courses. There are 10 en-
775 4000; Web:
www.woodstock.ie. Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum suite bedrooms all decorated to the highest standard with TV and
are located in the village of Inistioge on the banks of the River Nore. tea/coffee making facilities. Full bar licence and extensive restaurant
Woodstock Gardens were once considered one of the great gardens of services: breakfast from 8am-11.30am; carvery lunch from 12pm-
Ireland and attracted many visitors. The gardens are now undergoing 2.30pm; bar menu available 2.30pm-5.30pm and a la carte & bar
restoration and features include the Flower Terraces, the Winter Garden, menus available from 5.30pm-9pm. Many dishes are prepared with
the Monkey Puzzle Walk, the Noble Fir Walk and the Arboretum. Facilities locally sourced produce, offering the best possible service.
include car parking, toilets, limited wheelchair access and tearooms.
THOMASTOWN
MULLINAVAT Thomastown’s main feature is Jerpoint Abbey, one of the finest
Named for the power of its mills in the Blackwater river valley, Cistercian abbeys in Ireland. Founded in the 12th century, it is now
Mullinavat’s cosy situation is increased in tranquillity by the dominant partially restored and well worth a visit, especially for the fine tower
Walsh Mountain. At the meeting of the sparkling tributary, the River and cloister with its late 14th century stone carvings. The village itself
Assy, with the River Blackwater can be found the site of an ancient boasts early medieval foundations with delightful streetscapes and
court, later the Castle of Inchacarrin. Nearby Clonhassey Waterfall, picturesque views of the River Nore. Birthplace of 18th century
where the river falls over a high shelf of rock, forms a pretty cascade. philosopher George Berkeley, today Thomastown is equally renowned
Mullinavat was the home of Sean Mac Bhaiteir Breathnach (1580–1660), for the nearby Mount Juliet Estate, home to the world championship
one of the most important and powerful Gaelic poets of that age. golf course. Worth visiting is the nearby Kilfane Glen and Waterfall,
Tel: (056) 772 4558. Experienced local fishing guides are available
guestrooms accommodation throughout the season by contacting Noel Molloy at Noreside
The Rising Sun, Main Street, Mullinavat, Co. Kilkenny. Tel: (051) Outdoors, Tel: (056) 779 3966.
Keith Mosse Craftsman in Wood Ltd.
Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland
Family-run guesthouse, 8 miles
Tel: (056) 772 7860 Fax: (056) 772 7948
from Waterford City.
Email:
keith@keithmosse.com
10 bedrooms all en suite with
Web:
www.keithmosse.com DD Telephone, TV,
Opening Hours: Wed - Sat 11am-6pm
Tea/Coffee facilities.
Sun 12am-6pm
Excellent local facilities
including fishing and golf.
Fully licensed bar,
Guest House, Bar, Lounge and Restaurant
Carvery lunch and à la carte
menu available daily.
Main Street, Mullinavat, Co. Kilkenny.
Tel (051) 898173 Fax (051) 898435
www.therisingsun.ie
Email:
info@therisingsun.ie
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