Freshford Loopwalk Closed 4/5/2021 For Maintenance
The Freshford Loop Walk will be closed for approx. two weeks from Tues 4th May for essential maintenance work.
Responsibilities of Dog Owners this Lambing Season
Friday, 5 February 2021 Minister Humphreys highlights the responsibilities of dog owners this lambing season Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has today Friday, 5 February) highlighted the responsibilities of dog owners and the vulnerability of sheep to dog attacks, particularly during lambing season. Minister Humphreys said dog attacks cause real … Read More
Selected Walks Closed for One Day: 24th November 2020
The walks listed below will be closed for one day only on the 24th November 2020. The walks will be open to the public as normal on the 25th November: Nore Valley Walks (both sections), Kilmacoliver, Gathabawn, O’ Gorman’s Lane and Freshford. Many thanks for your cooperation.
Guidlines for Exercising in the outdoors Phase 2 (8th – 29th June)
Guidelines for Exercising in the outdoors Phase 2 (8th – 29th June)
Guidelines for Exercising in the Outdoors From 18 May – 8 June 2020
Guidelines for Exercising in the Outdoors From 18 May – 8 June 2020
Leave No Trace COVID 19 Research
New Research: The COVID-19 Pandemic is Changing the Way People Recreate Outdoors Some very interesting research on COVID 19 and how people recreate in the outdoors from Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics in the US. On March 11th, 2020, since the World Health Organization officially declared COVID-19 a pandemic, daily life has been … Read More
Ring-a-Link
Ring a Link Ring a Link is a non-profit making, charitable transport organisation that offer affordable and convenient transport. They can be used every day too get to and from our Trails. They also have a weekly pick up in Kilkenny City for those who wish to join walking trails starting in Bennettsbridge.The bus travels … Read More
Notice: One Day Closure of 5 Trails
The following Trails will be closed for one day on the 23rd of November 2019: Kilmacoliver Gathabawn Freshford Nore Valley Walks O’ Gormans
Offical Opening of Grennan Loop Walk
Official Opening of Grennan Loop Walk It was a lovely bright Sunday morning in Thomastown for the launch of the much-awaited Grennan Loop Walk. The was officially opened by Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council Peter ‘Chap’ Cleere who commended the dedicated efforts of the Thomastown Community Network in making the 7km walk a reality. He … Read More
