Events by Type - Heritage

Féile Brian Boru 2023 will take place from Wednesday 5th July to Sunday 9th July.

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“The Book of Kells” – Dr. Donncha MacGabhann
Wednesday 5th July - 7:30 pm St. Flannan's Cathedral
Free

Dr. Donncha MacGabhann is returning to Killaloe, this time to introduce us to his ground-breaking study on the Book of Kells. Many enjoyed Donncha’s wonderful talk all about the Harry Clarke windows in St. Flannan’s RC church in 2018. This time the talk will take place in the historic setting of St. Flannan’s Cathedral. This… Read More

Foraging Walk & Talk
Thursday 6th July - 11:00 am Clarisford Park, Killaloe
Free

Join this 1km looped walk with experienced forager, Lena Hughes, and get to know plants in each season, learn about their taste, smell and how to use it in your kitchen, or preserve it for use later in the season. Meeting Point: Inner car park of Clarisford Park. Register by text/Whatsapp: 086 358 6293. Open… Read More

Guided Walking Tour of Killaloe
Friday 7th July - 7:30 pm Outside Killaloe Tourist office
Free

Killaloe Heritage Tours are offering a free guided tour of the town, home to High King Brian Ború one thousand years ago. Hear his story and visit some sites associated with him. Scenic Killaloe is steeped in history from the river Shannon, to our churches and saints, our quaint streets and surrounding hills. MEETING POINT:… Read More

The Great Big Killa-Leaux Tapestry
Saturday 8th July - 10:00 am Killaloe Library
Free

Be part of the great big Killa-leaux DrawingTapestry 2023. All people local and visiting, of all ages are invited to come and add their part to the enormous drawing. The project is inspired by the infamous 11th Century Bayeux Tapestry which has embroidered battle scenes depicting the Battle of Hastings and is over 70 metres long! Come… Read More

BORÚ BLING!
Saturday 8th July - 3:45 pm Outside Killaloe Library
€5

Design and create your own jewellery inspired by the ancient treasures of Ireland. Join this creative workshop and design and create your own jewellery inspired by the ancient treasures of Ireland. Suitable for children 8 years and over. BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book Here

Guided Tour of St. Flannan’s Cathedral
Saturday 8th July - 4:00 pm St. Flannan's Cathedral
Free

A fantastic opportunity to visit Killaloe’s Historic 12th century Cathedral and learn its history. View the stunning East Window; the Romanesque Doorway – one of the finest examples of Romanesque Architecture in Ireland, and many other unique features within the doors of the Cathedral. Tour Guide: Deborah Dudgeon 

Guided Tour of St. Flannan’s Cathedral
Sunday 9th July - 4:00 pm St. Flannan's Cathedral
Free

A fantastic opportunity to visit Killaloe’s Historic 12th century Cathedral and learn its history. View the stunning East Window; the Romanesque Doorway – one of the finest examples of Romanesque Architecture in Ireland, and many other unique features within the doors of the Cathedral.         Tour Guide: Deborah Dudgeon