Draft County Kilkenny Heritage Strategy, 2026-20 now available for Review
KILKENNY County Council has been developing a new County Heritage Strategy. This strategy will help preserve, protect, and promote the rich heritage of our county within a local, regional and national context. After extensive research and consultation a draft strategy has been prepared and all residents, local organisations, and stakeholders in Kilkenny’s heritage are now invited to review and comment on this draft.
County Kilkenny Heritage Strategy, 2026-2030 [DRAFT] is available for review and comment in all library branches and on https://consult.kilkenny.ie/ or on request by emailing: heritage@kilkennycoco.ie
Written submissions can also be sent to: Heritage Office, Community and Culture Section, Kilkenny County Council, Patrick’s Court, Patrick Street, Kilkenny City, R95 N28F.
Help shape the future of the Heritage Council’s website
As a part of the Heritage Council website redevelopment project, they are conducting a short survey to better understand how you currently use the existing website and identify areas where improvements are most needed. Your experiences and insights will help ensure the new website is easy-to-use, effective, and able to meet the needs of all those using it. The survey should take no more than 15 minutes to complete. All responses will be confidential and used only to guide design and development decisions, you will find more information here.
Upcoming Events at St. Canice’s Cathedral
There are a range of festive events upcoming at St Canice’s Cathedral, including their annual Christmas Tree Festival. They are also delighted to welcome back one of Kilkenny’s finest ensembles, The Lady Desart Choir, joined by special guests for a magical festive celebration. This popular concert is sure to sell out — book early to avoid disappointment! Further information can be obtained on the following link: St. Canice’s Cathedral
Starlight by Luxmuralis at St Canice’s Cathedral for Yulefest
The Great Irish Fossil Hunt
An updated fossil map of Ireland has been released. This new map was informed by information gathered during The Great Irish Fossil Hunt. Throughout the campaign 758 fossil photographs were submitted by almost 400 participants across 29 counties, representing more than 13 fossil types. These included abundant examples of corals, brachiopods and crinoids, as well as some beautifully preserved and less commonly seen fossils such as echinoids and orthocones. The 330 fossil sites nationwide are now available for the public to explore on our fossil map. For further information see: https://www.ucc.ie/en/fossil-heritage/fossil-map/
Documentation and Interpretation of Traditional Knowledge – Echoes Project
The Dry-Stone Walling Association of Ireland are hosting an online workshop to explore how traditional knowledge can be documented and interpreted with respect, accuracy, and the help of new technologies. This practical online workshop on the Role of Traditional Knowledge, Documentation and Interpretation methods, Archives & Repositories will take place 2-5pm, 9th December. You’ll find more information can book your place here
South Kilkenny Historical Society
The South Kilkenny Historical Society’s Night of Reminiscing, this year’s event will take place in the Rhu Glenn Hotel, on Friday December 5th, starting at 7pm and the guest speaker will be Bridie Kineavy from Rosmuc, Co. Galway. The event begins, at 7pm, with food (Beef or Chicken wrapped in Bacon; dessert; and tea or coffee). The cost including food is €30 and all are welcome. Booking and further information from: Brigid Barron, Blossom Hill, Kilmacow (087 9507295, brigidbarron@hotmail.com); Katherine Grant, Curraghmore, Slieverue (086 1954616, katherinegrant@gmail.com); or Mary Ryan, ‘Gort Glas’, Carrigeen (086 3790655, maryearyan@gmail.com
