Kilkenny Trails Festival Event Guide 2013

EVENTS GUIDESunday 1st - Sunday 29th

September 2013

Sponsor’s note

Kilkenny Trails Festival is a collaboration between Trail Kilkenny and Kilkenny Recreation & Sports Partnership who have come together to create a programme of events designed to allow you get out and about, get active and explore the Kilkenny countryside. Enjoy!

For information on a whole range of walking, cycling, food and craft trails visit www.trailkilkenny.ie

If you would like information about future walking events and programmes contact Kilkenny Recreation & Sports Partnership Tel: 056 779 4990 or email: [email protected]

Thanks to Kilkenny Tourism and Failte Ireland for supplying images .

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Welcome to

Kilkenny Trails Festival

This year’s festival is action packed - with more than sixty events planned for the month of September, we reckon there’s probably something for everybody…!

NaTure TraIls including the bat walk along the River Nore, herITage TraIls to discover the City’s history lying beneath your feet, meeT The gardeNer and tour the walled gardens at Mount Juliet, explore the grounds of the Shankill Castle with the Cope family, pack a picnic and head off to one of the great pIcNIc TraIl gaTherINgs in Woodstock, Jenkinstown or at the amazing harvesT pIcNIc – the Grand Finale Event of the Festival with its Artisan Food & Craft market and fun on the farm.

There are amazing activity trails like the weekly weekend walk challenges, start a walking habit with the cITy FIT WalK serIes, geT BacK oN your BIKe, explore Kilkenny on a hIKe aNd BIKe, paddle the river in a caNadIaN caNoe, try out orIeNTeerINg or discover the delights of a WalK aloNg The rIverBaNK.

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Children of first class city schools

bring their own picnic and gather for

a walk to the park and join in a massive

scavenger hunt.

Meet at: Kilkenny castle park

When: Wednesday, 4th september

Time: 11.30am – 1.30pm

Price: FREE To Book: Krsp Tel: 056 779 4990

Email: [email protected]

City Schools Scavenger Hunt

Follow the Wildlife Ranger as he tracks bat activity along the riverbank at dusk.Meet at: old swimming pool, John’s QuayWhen: Wednesday, 25th september Time: 7.30pm - 9.00pmSuitable for: adults & children aged 4+ Price: FREE

To Book: not required

Join Mary White on a trail to forage for safe, wild food.

A walk for anyone interested in foraging; foodies and

wildlife enthusiasts.

Meet at: Bennettsbridge (primary school car park)

When: saturday, 21st september

Time: 12 noon - 1.30pm

Suitable for: adults & children aged 7+

Price: €5 child; €10 adult; €20 Family

To Book: mary White Tel: 087 270 7189


Incredible Edibles - Bennettsbridge

Join Olivia and Roger Goodwillie at Lavistown House to gather wild food and learn to make natural goodies on their Foraging for Food Day.

Meet at: lavistown house, sion road When: saturday, 7th september Time: 10.00am – 5.00pm Suitable for: adults & children aged 8+ Price: €70 adult; €20 child - price includes lunch, coffee and snacksTo Book: olivia & roger Tel: 086 840 7754 Email: [email protected]

Foraging for Food - Nature’s Bounty

along the River Nore

Bat WalkJoin Mary White on a trail to introduce you to

the fun of foraging for safe, wild food and how

to use our natural resources safely and wisely.

Meet at: Kilkenny castle (main entrance)

When: Wednesday, 4th & 11th september

Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm

Suitable for: all ages

Price: FREETo Book: mary White Tel: 087 270 7189


Incredible Edibles - KilkennyArchaeology Beneath Your Feet

Meet the county’s craft makers in their studios and workshops – from Christopher Heltzel, in the city and Rosemarie Durr and Andrew Ludick’s earthenware forms at Castlecomer Estate Yard, to Brid Lyons’ Clay Creations in Thomastown.

City Tour with Ray PowerMeet at: castle arch pottery, castle yard, Kilkenny When: saturday, 7th septemberTime: 11.00am - 12 noonTo Book: ray power Tel: 087 232 7743

Castlecomer Tour with Carl ParkerMeet at: castlecomer estate yard When: saturday, 14th septemberTime: 2.30pm - 3.30pmTo Book: carl parker Tel: 056 444 0876

Thomastown Tour with Gus MabelsonMeet at: Karen morgan studio, market st., ThomastownWhen: saturday, 28th septemberTime: 2.30pm - 4.30pmTo Book: gus mabelson Tel: 056 772 4777

Suitable for: adults & children Price: each tour is FREE

Guided by Liam Mannix, Heritage Council, explore the remaining sections of Kilkenny’s City walls and learn about daily life during the Middle Ages.

Meet at: st. canice’s cathedral (front gate) When: monday, 23rd september Time: 5.30pm - 7.00pm Suitable for: adults & children 12+ Price: FREETo Book: liam mannixTel: 086 055 0755Email: [email protected]

A children’s interactive workshop taking the form of a walking tour; guided by archaeologist Sinead Marshall, visiting recently excavated sites between St. Canice’s Cathedral and Kilkenny Castle, with fun activity sheets all about what they’ll discover ‘lies beneath’!

Meet at: st. canices’ cathedral (front gate) When: saturday, 21st september Time: 4.00pm Suitable for: children of all ages Price: €3 To Book: Krsp Tel: 056 779 4990 Email: [email protected]

What’s Beneath Your Feet

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Children’s Archaeology Workshop

of Kilkenny

The Medieval Walled CityMeet the Maker Craft Trail ToursA walking tour around the city guided by

archaeologist Sinead Marshall, visiting sites between St. Canice’s Cathedral and Kilkenny

Castle, excavated over the last 20 years (including Grace’s Castle, the Courthouse and

Kieran Street) to discover the archaeology that lies beneath their feet.

Meet at: st. canice’s cathedral (front gate)

When: saturday, 14th september

Time: 4.00pm - 5.00pm

Suitable for: all ages Price: €4 adult; €10 Family; €3 concession

To Book: Krsp Tel: 056 779 4990


Archaeology Beneath Your Feet

The Mount Juliet Estate will host a walk along the trails of this splendid 1,200 acre country estate followed by tea and scones in the Hunters Yard.

Meet at: reception, mount Juliet house When: Wednesday 4th & 18th; monday 9th

& 23rd and saturday 14th & 28th septemberTime: 3.00pm - 5.00pmSuitable for: all ages Price: €10 child; €20 adult; €50 FamilyTo Book: Tel: 056 777 3000

with Tea and Scones

Mount Juliet Estate Walking Trail

Meet at: shankill castle (front door)

When: sunday 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd and

saturday, 7st, 14th, 21st & 28th september

Time: 3.00pm - 3.45pm


Price: €5 – buy 1 get 1 half price

To Book: Tel: 059 972 6145

A member of the Cope family will bring

you on a tour of the enchanting gardens

and bring the captivating history of the

Castle alive.

History TourShankill C

astle Garden

Meet at: Bar in the hunters yard

When: monday, 2nd & 16th; saturday, 7th & 21st

and Wednesday, 11th & 25th september

Time: 2.00pm - 4.00pm


Price: €12.50 child; €27.50 adult; €60 Family

To Book: Tel: 056 777 3000

Meet the gardener and enjoy a tour of the

walled gardens; with their herbaceous borders

in full bloom before afternoon tea in the

elegant surroundings of Mount Juliet House.

Meet at: Woodstock gardens

When: sunday 15th september

Time: 3.00pm - 4.00pm


Price: FREE - just bring your own picnic

To Book: pre-book Tel: 056 779 4373


Join the Head Gardener for a guided Tree

Trail, explore the Woodland Trail and pick a

spot to enjoy your picnic and while away the

afternoon, as the children play among the

stunning trees and gardens.

& Family Picnic

Meet at: JenkinstownWhen: sunday, 22nd september Time: 12 noonSuitable for: all ages Price: FREETo Book: no booking required

Explore the Jenkinstown woodlands on a 4km autumn walk guided by a forester and learn about the trees at this time of year. Bring along a picnic to enjoy in this beautiful setting.

in Jenkinstown

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Guided Tree Walk and Picnic Woodstock Guided Tree Trail

at Mount Juliet

Gardens and Afternoon Tea

HaRvEST PiCniCand artisan Food & Craft Market

at Highbank Orchards

Highbank Organic Farm, Cuffesgrange, Kilkenny

Sunday, 29th September from 10.00am - 6.00pm

Price: €5.00 per car

Bring a picnic, pre-order a Glasraí & Goodies picnic

or pick up picnic treats from the food market

and join in the fun at the farm.

Highbank Orchards, Highbank Organic Farm, Cuffesgrange, Kilkenny Tel: 056 772 9918

Directions to Highbank Farm: off the Kilkenny ring road take the callan road

for 7.5 km and highbank Farm is on the left.

Events include:

Guided cycle from Kilkenny to Burnchurch

Guided Heritage Train Tour – Tales of a Princess and Duelling

Gentlemen Bread, Butter and Jam demos – Anne Neary &

Edward Hayden Mud Workshops – pottery workshops

MADE in Kilkenny Craft demos 2.5km cycle track (bikes available

to hire on the farm) Children’s Cookie Baking Competition

Highbank Harvest Farm Walk Art Exhibition ’81 Not Out’

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Grand Finale Event

Prebook the Heritage Train Tour:

Tel: 056 772 9918 Price: €4 per person

or €15 for family

Pre-order your Glasraí & Goodies Picnic: Tel: siobhan 056 773 3799

or send an Email to [email protected]

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2013 Kilkenny Trails Festival Events at a Glance

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Week 1 Events Date Time/Duration Price Page No.

Brandon Hill with Tyndall Walking Club Sun 1st 9.30am

(4-6 hrs) ! 11

Hike & Bike to Bennettsbridge Sun 1st 11.00am (3 hrs) €20 14Shankill Castle Garden History Tour Sun 1st 3.00pm

(45mins) €5 buy 1 get 1

half price 6

Go with the Flow Canadian Canoeing Sun 1st 10am and 2pm

(2 hrs)€15C €20A

€59F 13

Gardens and Afternoon Tea at Mount Juliet Mon 2nd 2.00pm

(1 hr tour)€12.50C

€27.50A €60F 6

City Fit Walk Series Mon 2nd 7.00pm (1 hr) ! 10

Re-Introduction to Cycling Tues 3rd 6.00pm (2 hrs) ! 12

City Schools Scavenger Hunt Wed 4th 11.30am (2 hrs) ! 4

Mount Juliet Estate Walking Trail with Tea and Scones Wed 4th 3.00pm

(1 hr walk)€10C €20A

€50F 6

Incredible Edibles Wed 4th 6.00pm (1 hr) ! 4

Foraging for Food Sat 7th 10.00am (7 hrs) €70A €20C 4Guided Cycle to Dunmore Caves Sat 7th 11.00am

(3.5 hrs) €23A/C 12

Cycle the Barrow Tow Path Sat 7th 11.00am (1 hr) ! 12

Nordic Walking Workshop Sat 7th 11.00am (2.5 hrs) ! 10

Gardens and Afternoon Tea at Mount Juliet Sat 7th 2.00pm

(1 hr tour)€12.50C

€27.50A €60F 6

Meet the Maker Craft Trail Tour Kilkenny City Sat 7th 11.00am (1 hr) ! 5

River Walk and Tea in Ballyduff House Sat 7th 3.00pm (3 hrs) €3 10

Shankill Castle Garden History Tour

Sat 7th & Sun 8th

3.00pm (45mins)

€5 buy 1 get 1 half price 6

Hike & Bike to Bennettsbridge Sun 8th 11.00am (3 hrs) €20 14Go with the Flow Canadian Canoeing Sun 8th 10am and 2pm

(2 hrs) €15C €20A

€59F 13

Mount Leinster with Tyndall Walking Club Sun 8th 9.30pm (6 hrs) ! 11


Mount Juliet Estate Walking Trail with Tea and Scones

Mon 9th 3.00pm (1 hr walk)

€10C €20A €50F

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City Fit Walk Series Mon 9th 7.00pm (1 hr) ! 10

Re-Introduction to Cycling Tues 10th 6.00pm (2 hrs)

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Gardens and Afternoon Tea at Mount Juliet

Wed 11th 2.00pm (1 hr tour)

€12.50C €27.50A €60F

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Incredible Edibles Wed 11th 6.00pm (1 hr) ! 4

Orienteering Training Workshop Castlecomer

Sat 14th 10.00am (3-4 hrs)

€25A/C 13

Guided Cycle to Dunmore Caves

Sat 14th 11.00am (3.5 hrs)

€23A/C 12

Meet the Maker Craft Trail Tour Castlecomer

Sat 14th 2.30pm (1 hr) ! 5


Sat 14th 3.00pm (1 hr walk)

€10C €20A €50F

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Sat 14th 3.00pm (45mins)

€5 buy 1 get 1 half price

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Archaeology Beneath Your Feet

Sat 14th 4.00pm (1.5 hrs)

€4A €10F €3 Concession

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Slievenamon with Tyndall Walking Club

Sun 15th 9.30am (5 hrs) ! 11

Hike & Bike to Bennettsbridge Sun 15th 11.00am (3 hrs) €20 14

Woodstock Guided Tree Trail and Family Picnic

Sun 15th 3.00pm (1 hr)

!bring your own picnic

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Sun 15th 3.00pm (45mins)


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Go with the Flow Canadian Canoeing

Sun 15th 10am and 2pm

(2 hrs)€15C €20A

€59F13

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Gardens and Afternoon Tea at Mount Juliet Mon 16th 2.00pm

(1 hr tour)

€12.50C €27.50A

€60F 6

Mount Juliet Estate Walking Trail with Tea and Scones Wed 18th 3.00pm


€50F 6


Cycle Tour Taster Wed 18th 6.00pm (1 hr) ! 14

Re-Introduction to Cycling Thurs 19th 6.00pm (2 hrs) ! 12

Brandon Moonlit Walk Fri 20th 6.30pm (3 hrs) ! 11

Guided Cycle to Dunmore Caves Sat 21st 11.00am

(3.5 hrs) €23A/C 12

Explore the Barrow Towpath Tour Sat 21st 11.00am

(2 hrs)

€10C €15A €45F

includes tea & scones

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Incredible Edibles Sat 21st 12 noon (1.5 hrs)

€5C €10A €20F

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Gardens and Afternoon Tea at Mount Juliet Sat 21st 2.00pm

(1 hr tour)

€12.50C €27.50A

€60F 6

Shankill Castle Garden History Tour Sat 21st 3.00pm

(45 mins)€5 buy 1 get 1

half price 6

Children’s Archaeology Workshop: What’s Beneath Your Feet

Sat 21st 4.00pm €3C 5

Nore Valley Walk with Tyndall Walking Club

Sun 22nd 9.30am (5 hrs) ! 11

Hike & Bike to Bennettsbridge Sun 22nd 11.00am (3 hrs) €20 14Go with the Flow Canadian Canoeing Sun 22nd 10am and 2pm

(2 hrs)€15C €20A

€59F 13

Guided Tree Walk and Picnic in Jenkinstown Sun 22nd 12 noon ! 6

Shankill Castle Garden History Tour Sun 22nd 3.00pm

(45 mins)€5 buy 1 get 1

half price 6



Mon 23rd 3.00pm


€50F6

The Medieval Walled City of Kilkenny

Mon 23rd 5.30pm (1.5 hrs) ! 5

City Fit Walk Series Mon 23rd 7.00pm (1 hr) ! 10

Gardens and Afternoon Tea at Mount Juliet

Wed 25th 2.00pm (1 hr tour)

€12.50C €27.50A

€60F 6

Bat Walk Wed 25th 7.30pm (1.5 hrs) ! 4

Re-Introduction to Cycling Thurs 26th 6.00pm (2 hrs) ! 12


Sat 28th 11.00am (3.5 hrs)

€23A/C 12

Castlecomer Dog Walk in aid of KSPCA

Sat 28th 10.30am (3 hrs) Charity Walk 13

Meet the Maker Craft Trail Tour Thomastown

Sat 28th 2.30pm (1 hr) ! 5


Sat 28th 3.00pm (1 hr walk)

€10C €20A €50F

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Sat 28th 3.00pm (45 mins)


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Mount Alto and Rory’s Hill with Tyndall Walking Club

Sun 29th 9.30am (6 hrs) ! 11

Harvest Picnic and Artisan Food & Craft Marketat Highbank Organic Orchards

sun 29th

grand Finale event

10am - 6pm (8 hrs)

€5 per car Book Train

Tel: 772 9918 Picnic 773 3799

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Sun 29th 3.00pm (45 mins)


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An experienced leader will guide you through this workshop introducing you to Nordic Walking. Nordic Walking works your upper and lower body at the same time, strengthening your back and abdominal muscles, legs and arms, and reducing neck and shoulder tension - all the while improving the health of your heart and lungs.

Meet at: loreto sports hallWhen: saturday, 7th september Time: 11.00am - 1.30pmSuitable for: adults of all ages Price: FREETo Book: Krsp Tel: 056 779 4990Email: [email protected]

10Nordic Walking Workshop

Start a walking habit over 5 weeks. This guided walk series explores walking routes around the city and our leader will ensure that you get the maximum health benefit from your walk!

Meet at: canal square (opp Xtravision)When: monday, 2nd , 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th septemberTime: 7.00pm - 8.00pmSuitable for: all ages Price: FREETo Book: Krsp Tel: 056 779 4990Email: [email protected]

City Fit Walk Series

Trail Kilkenny will lead a walk along the Nore Valley Walk from Inistioge to Ballyduff House along the newly opened sections of the Nore Valley Walk. Tea and coffee will be served in Ballyduff House before walking back to Inistioge.

Meet at: The square, InistiogeWhen: saturday, 7th september Time: 3.00pm - 6.00pm Suitable for: adults with a good level of fitness and children aged 7+ Price: €3.00To Book: eoin hogan Tel: 056 775 2111

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A guided walk on Brandon Hill, Kilkenny’s highest

mountain, led by Tyndall Walking Club. This is a

strenuous hike and targeted at fit hikers. The hike

will bring you to the top of Brandon Hill where if the

weather is fine you can view 5 counties (Carlow,

Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, and Tipperary).

Meet at: Kilkenny cinema When: sunday, 1st september Time: 9.30am (4-6hrs) Suitable for: Teens (accompanied) & adults with a good level of fitnessPrice: FREE To Book: not required

Brandon Hill Walk

A guided walk on Slievenamon led by Tyndall

Walking Club. Slievenamon sits at the western

end of a range of low hills in Tipperary; just

beside the Kilkenny border. Standing at 721 m

(2,365 ft), it offers a dramatic view from the

top over the counties of Tipperary, Kilkenny

and Waterford.

Meet at: Kilkenny cinema

When: sunday, 15th september

Time: 9.30am (5hrs)

Suitable for: Teens (accompanied)

& adults with a good level of fitness

Price: FREE To Book: not required

Slievenamon Walk

Tyndall Walking Club will lead a guided walk on Mount Leinster; the highest mountain in Leinster and marked by an RTÉ antenna. It is also the highest peak in the Blackstairs range and provides spectacular views from the summit.Meet at: Kilkenny cinema When: sunday, 8th september Time: 9.30am - 3.30pm Suitable for: Teens (accompanied) & adults with a good level of fitnessPrice: FREE To Book: not required

Mount Leinster Walk

A guided moonlight walk to the summit of

Brandon Hill. Wear a head torch, hiking boots,

waterproof jacket and bring a spare fleece,

fluids, food and mobile phone.

Meet at: Boat house graiguenamanagh

When: Friday, 20th september

Time: 6.30pm (3 hours)

Suitable for: Teens (accompanied) &

adults with a good level of fitness

Price: FREE To Book: not required

Brandon Moonlit WalkTyndall Walking Club will lead a guided walk along the River Nore, on the stretch of the Nore Valley Walk from Kilkenny to Bennettsbridge and back into Kilkenny.

Meet at: Kilkenny cinema When: sunday, 22nd september Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm Suitable for: Teens (accompanied) & adults with a good level of fitnessPrice: FREE To Book: not required

Nore Valley Walk

Tyndall Walking Club will lead a guided walk on Mount Alto and Rory’s Hill. The walk will bring you through the stunning countryside of Woodstock and the Inistioge area of south Kilkenny.

Meet at: Kilkenny cinema When: sunday, 29th september Time: 9.30am - 3.30pm Suitable for: Teens (accompanied) & adults with a good level of fitnessPrice: FREE To Book: not required

Mount Alto and Rory’s Hill Walk

Join a Kilkenny Cycle Tours guided cycle out of

Kilkenny to explore Dunmore Caves. Includes bike

and helmet hire plus a tour of Dunmore Caves.

Meet at: Tea house, Bateman Quay

When: saturday, 7th, 14th , 21st & 28th september

Time: 11.00am - 1.30pm


Price: €23 per adult or per child 4 years+

To Book: Jason Tel: 086 8954 961


Cycle from St. Mullins to Graiguenamanagh. Experience the beautiful countryside along the river valley, learn about the history of the Barrow navigation and the natural beauty of the area with a stop at Waterside Restaurant for tea/coffee and fresh fruit scones.

Meet at: Waterside guesthouse, graiguenamanagh When: saturday, 21st september Time: 11.00am - 1.00 pmSuitable for: adults & children aged 9+ Price: €15 adult; €10 child; €45 Family To Book: Brian roberts Tel: 086 408 4008

Explore the Barrow Towpath

Explore the River Barrow along the tow path on

this short guided cycle from Graiguenamanagh

to Clashganny Lock.

Meet at: Waterside guesthouse,

graiguenamanagh


Time: 11.00am - 12.00 noon


Price: FREETo Book: Brian roberts Tel: 086 408 4008

Cycle the Barrow Tow Path

Do you have a bike in the shed? Is it a while since you cycled but fancy giving it a try again? Over 2 nights, the workshops will reintroduce you to cycling and prepare you to take to the bike in a safe and fun environment. All you need is a roadworthy bike and helmet. Join this workshop on one of two dates.

Meet at: gaelscoil osraí When: Tuesday, 3rd & 10th and Thursday, 19th & 26th september

Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pmSuitable for: adults of any ageTo Book: Krsp Tel: 056 779 4990Email: [email protected]

Reintroduction to Cycling

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Discover the thrill of orienteering by attending

a workshop delivered by the Irish Orienteering

Association. This is a combination of theory and

practise with plenty of outdoor activity where

participants will learn how to read an orienteering

map and use the legends - equipping you to pursue

and enjoy orienteering .

Meet at: castlecomer discovery park


Time: 10.00am (for 3-4 hours)


Price: €25 adult; €25 child

To Book: andrew cox Tel: 087 222 9677


Orienteering Training Workshop

Learn how to a paddle a Canadian canoe and to enjoy the waterways of the area. Suitable for beginners or improvers. All equipment supplied - just bring togs, towel and old trainers.

Meet at: Nore or Barrow as suits river conditionsWhen: sunday 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd september Time: 10.00am & 2.00pm (2hrs) Suitable for: adults & children aged 4+Price: €20 adult; €15 child; €59 Family To Book: charlie horan Tel: 087 252 9700

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Dog Walk in aid of KSPCA

Bring your pet or dog, alternatively come and enjoy the other wonderful pets and dogs who will be participating in the woodlands walks in the Discovery Park. There will be mini clinics for teeth/nail clippings supported by a local vet and KSPCA team to provide advice on animal welfare.

Meet at: castlecomer discovery park (pavilion)When: saturday, 28th septemberTime: 10.30am - 1.30pmSuitable for: adults & children aged 7+ Price: FREE To Book: anton mazer Tel: 086 2290096 Email: [email protected]

Canadian Canoeing

Go with the Flow

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Meet at: Tea house, Bateman QuayWhen: Wednesday,18th september Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pmSuitable for: adults & children 4years+ Price: FREETo Book: Jason in Kilkenny cycle ToursTel: 086 895 4961

Cycle Tour Taster

Cycle along a country road to Bennettsbridge,

park your bike at Nicholas Mosse; call in for

a browse maybe and walk back along the

riverbank into Kilkenny city

Meet at: Tea house, Bateman Quay

When: sunday 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd and

Time: 11.00am - 2.00pm

Suitable for: adults & children 4years+

Price: €20To Book: Jason in Kilkenny cycle Tours

Tel: 086 895 4961

Hike & Bike to Bennettsbridge

How to Book

Book Early

Places are limited on most events. Please book early so you don’t miss out!

FREE

Many of the events are free and all have been priced to encourage you to join in!

Prices

Where there is a charge we’ve tried to keep it as low as possible. Charges for Trail Kilkenny and KRSP events are simply to cover costs.

A = price per adult; C = price per child and F = price per family of

2 adults + 2 children

Tour Numbers

For everybody’s enjoyment, tours operate with a minimum and maximum number of participants. So if there aren’t sufficient numbers – tours will not be run.

Children

Lots of events have been designed with families in mind. Some are only suited to older children and there are some walks that are intended only for accompanied teenagers and adults. Please enquire at the time of booking if you’re not sure.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed for safety reasons at any festival events, except the Dog Walk!

Events Information

hIKe aNd BIKe

Bikes can be hired and safety equipment provided. You should wear sensible clothing and footwear suited to cycling and walking.

cloThINg

For Walks and Hikes you will need to wear ankle supported footwear, bring waterproof clothing, snacks and fluids and a mobile phone.

TyNdall WalKs

No need to pre-book Tyndall Weekend Walks. Just meet the group on a Sunday at 9.30am at Kilkenny Cinema on Gaol Road. These walks are challenging hikes and a reasonably high level of walk fitness is required. They are suited to accompanied teenagers and adults only.

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Most events need to be pre-booked! you will find the contact details alongside each entry in the guide.

www.kilkennytrailsfestival.ie

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Kilkenny Trails Festival Event Guide 2013