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completed, but he did manage to build the impressive courthouse Tel: (059) 977 3105. At the foot of the village look for the
modelled on the Parthenon in Athens and the many fine streetscapes spectacular 16-arch viaduct, which carried the Great Southern and
of his original plan delight its visitors. Dunleckney Manor, the former Western Railway Line as it travelled between Bagenalstown and
home of Bagenal, is open to visitors from March to July. Check first, Wexford in the 19th century. Borris forms part of two scenic walking
however, to confirm opening times, Tel: (059) 972 1932. Nearby are routes, the South Leinster Way through the Blackstairs Mountains and
the ruins of the 13th century Ballyloughan Castle and 14th century the Barrow Way, a 10km walk along the Barrow to Graiguenamanagh
Ballymoon Castle as well as the ruin of Wells Church, which dates in Co. Kilkenny. Borris is also an ideal base to explore Mount Leinster,
back to 1262. Today Bagenalstown is a pretty town with riverside which at 796m is a magnet for hang-gliding enthusiasts and hill
walks, picnic tables and a picturesque lock. walkers. Those hardy enough to make the climb are rewarded with
panoramic views over counties Carlow, Wexford and Wicklow.
BALLON
Historians believe that Ballon Hill was the burial place of the King of CARLOW TOWN
Ireland, Cathair Mor, in 177 AD. It is also believed that the ancient Carlow town, the county capital, stands at the confluence of the
games of mid Leinster were celebrated in the area. Barrow and Burrin rivers. This busy market town and industrial
centre on the River Barrow was the first town to have electric street
dining dining & entertainment lighting. The remains of the impressive 13th century Carlow Castle
The Forge Restaurant and Art & Craft Centre, Kilbride, Ballon, Co. rests on the eastern bank of the river and is a sight to behold. It’s said
Carlow; Tel: (059) 915 9939; Email: theforgekilbride@eircom.net. The that the plans for the courthouse at the north end of Dublin Street
Forge dates back to the 1700s. It makes a great place to break a were once mixed up with those belonging to Cork – hence the
journey, or for a wholesome bite after visiting local attractions such as magnificent 1830 building designed by William Morrison and based
nearby Altamont Gardens. The Forge takes pride in sourcing on the Greek Parthenon. About 3km outside the town, on the
ingredients from local suppliers and the menus offer just the kind of Hacketstown road, the 5,000-year-old Brownshill Dolmen, with its
food everybody loves on a day out – home-made vegetable soup with 100-tonne capstone, is the largest and most impressive of its type in
soda bread scones, ploughman’s sandwiches and comforting hot Europe.
lunchtime favourites like baked ham, roast beef or lamb. They have a
tourist information point, as well as local art and craft work for sale. dining dining & entertainment
Walkers welcome and packed meals supplied on request. Country Kitchen, Haddens Centre, Carlow. Tel: (059) 914 0613
Established over 20 years. Open 8am to 6pm. Specialities include:
BORRIS Full Irish breakfast; freshly baked breads and scones; teas and
Borris is a beautiful Georgian town, full of charm and heritage nestling speciality teas and Coffee; selection of daily hot lunches; lasagne,
in the valley of the River Barrow, below the Blackstairs Mountains. quiches, shepherds pie; savoury baked potatoes; extensive salad bar
The MacMurrough Kavanagh dynasty, former Celtic Kings of Leinster, including home cooked meats; wide selection of homemade desserts
are central to this town. The family still live at Borris House, in the and cakes; sandwiches, filled rolls and paninis; fresh juice and
north end of the town, which is open for groups by appointment only. smoothie bar including ice cream section.
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