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Kilmallock Interesting : Michelin's recommendations

This small town in the Golden Vale on the banks of the River Loobagh, grew up around an abbey founded in the 7C by Saint Mocheallog. Several of its historic buildings still remain. It was once one of the most important cities in the county of Munster. It was conquered by Cromwell's troops around 1640 and most of the town walls were destroyed during the Williamite wars of 1690.

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  • King's Castle

    Wolfe Tone Street IRL - Kilmallock

    This 15C castle stands on the site of a former fortress built to guard Loobagh Valley. During the wars which marked the beginning of the Kilkenny Confederation, it was first used as an arsenal by the Irish and then as a hospital by Cromwell's troops.

  • Abbey Interesting

    R512 IRL - Kilmallock

    This 13C Dominican foundation was lavishly endowed and given to the Corporation of Kilmallock by Queen Elizabeth I. Among the remaining features worth mentioning are the beautiful transept window and the 27m high tower, elegantly supported by narrow ..

  • Collegiate Church Interesting

    R512 IRL - Kilmallock

    This 13C Roman Catholic church dedicated to St Peter and St Paul still has the walls and arches of its nave and the south transept is virtually intact. The tower is part of an ancient round tower.

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  • Deebert House Hotel

    Deebert IRL - Kilmallock

    Deebert House Hotel sits at the foothills of the Ballyhoura Mountains in Kilmallock and is a great base for walkers and ideal for dining. Open fires, modern facilities, elegant bedrooms and a cosy atmosphere make the hotel a warm, welcoming base. C..

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