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SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series: The Gardens at Glin and Hillsborough
DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to present our Garden Talks once again as part of our Spring Programme 2026 \nAs usual\, there will be a wide range of speakers\, covering a variety of topics. \nThe series starts on Tuesday 31 March and runs until Tuesday 5 May. \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nDoors open at 7:30pm. \nTuesday 28 April: Catherine Fitzgerald \n‘The Gardens at Glin and Hillsborough’ \nCatherine was born into the garden at Glin\, where she grew up\, soaking up horticultural knowledge as she did. She studied the subject and went on to set up Lutyens & FitzGerald\, a garden design company. She has worked on  the gardens at Hillsborough Castle\, Glin and Glenarm\, among many others.
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-the-gardens-at-glin-and-hillsborough/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Free Admission,Talk
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SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series: A walk and talk through Kilkenny Castle Park
DESCRIPTION:The series comes to an end this evening with our very own Colm Mangan\, Foreperson of Kilkenny Castle Park. \nTuesday 5 May: Colm Mangan \n‘A walk and talk through Kilkenny Castle Park’  \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nThis is a walk and talk outdoors and begins at the earlier time of 7:15pm. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. \nColm Mangan is the Manager of Kilkenny Castle Park.  Under his stewardship\, the park has been managed in a more and more ecologically sustainable and nature-centred manner. His walks and talks\, where he demonstrates the ways in which the flora and fauna in the park are nurtured and cared for is an annual highlight of the talk series.
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-a-walk-and-talk-through-kilkenny-castle-park-2/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260509T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260509T163000
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SUMMARY:Irish Sign Language Interpreted Guided tour
DESCRIPTION:As part of the OPW programme of Irish Sign Language interpreted tours at Heritage sites around the country\, Kilkenny Castle is offering free ISL interpreted tour Sunday 1st March at 3.30pm\nOne of our experienced guide accompanied by an ISL interpreter will lead you throughout the restored Period Rooms of Kilkenny Castle and will put the spotlight on fascinating characters and hidden gems.\nThe guided tours give a unique opportunity to learn more about Kilkenny Castle and its Collections.\nThe tours are free of charge but places are limited so participants are asked to book early by emailing kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-6/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Kilkenny
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T121749
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Heritage and Healing with Danielle
DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle from Naturally at The Wrens Nest based in Ballinakill\, Co. Laois for an immersive walk through the historic grounds of Kilkenny Castle. Discover the ancient medicinal secrets of our native plants and trees\, exploring how these botanical treasures can nourish the body\, soothe the mind\, and restore the soul. \nMeeting Point: Kilkenny Castle Park (at the Purple Beech tree in the front field) \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. \nwww.naturallyatthewrensnest.com
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-heritage-and-healing-with-danielle/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Dusk Chorus
DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to collaborate with the Kilkenny branch of BirdWatch Ireland for another Dusk Chorus this year on Thursday 21 May. \nAll are welcome to come along to this FREE event. \nMeeting Point: Courtyard \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event.
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-dusk-chorus-2/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Natural Beekeeping with Tanguy de Toulgoët
DESCRIPTION:Peek inside the world of bees with Tanguy de Toulgoët from Dunmore Country School in Durrow\, Co. Laois. Explore hive life up close to understand the vital role pollinators play in our ecosystems and learn practical ways to support their survival\, all inspired by the rich biodiversity of the parklands at Kilkenny Castle. \nLocation: Kilkenny Castle Park (in the Hollow near the Butler Family Burial Grounds) \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. \nwww.dunmorecountryschool.ie
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-natural-beekeeping-with-tanguy-de-toulgoet-2/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Heritage and Healing with Danielle
DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle from Naturally at The Wrens Nest based in Ballinakill\, Co. Laois for an immersive walk through the historic grounds of Kilkenny Castle. Discover the ancient medicinal secrets of our native plants and trees\, exploring how these botanical treasures can nourish the body\, soothe the mind\, and restore the soul. \nMeeting Point: Kilkenny Castle Park (at the Purple Beech tree in the front field) \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. \nwww.naturallyatthewrensnest.com
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-heritage-and-healing-with-danielle-2/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260818T153000
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SUMMARY:Irish Sign Language Interpreted Guided tour
DESCRIPTION:As part of the OPW programme of Irish Sign Language interpreted tours at Heritage sites around the country\, Kilkenny Castle is offering free ISL interpreted tour Sunday 1st March at 3.30pm\nOne of our experienced guide accompanied by an ISL interpreter will lead you throughout the restored Period Rooms of Kilkenny Castle and will put the spotlight on fascinating characters and hidden gems.\nThe guided tours give a unique opportunity to learn more about Kilkenny Castle and its Collections.\nThe tours are free of charge but places are limited so participants are asked to book early by emailing kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-6/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:Kilkenny
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SUMMARY:Irish Sign Language Interpreted Guided tour
DESCRIPTION:As part of the OPW programme of Irish Sign Language interpreted tours at Heritage sites around the country\, Kilkenny Castle is offering free ISL interpreted tour Sunday 1st March at 3.30pm\nOne of our experienced guide accompanied by an ISL interpreter will lead you throughout the restored Period Rooms of Kilkenny Castle and will put the spotlight on fascinating characters and hidden gems.\nThe guided tours give a unique opportunity to learn more about Kilkenny Castle and its Collections.\nThe tours are free of charge but places are limited so participants are asked to book early by emailing kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie
URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-6/2026-12-06/
LOCATION:Kilkenny
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