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Lismore - Lismore Castle
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Lismore Heritage Centre situated in the former Courthouse is a must for those
who wish to experience the rich history of the town itself and its
surroundings. Here, the story of Lismore is creatively interpreted in
the "Lismore Experience" through the thoughts of Brother Declan, one of
the followers of St. Carthage, and the recorded voice of Niall Toibin,
one of Ireland's finest actors and entertainers.
St. Carthage's Cathedral (Church of Ireland) stands on |
the site of a
church built here in 1207. Old gravestones from monastic times would
suggest that the site was a place of worship from the time of St.
Carthage.
Walks in the locality include the Lismore Town Walk and Lady Louisa's
Walk which is a beautifully wooded walk along the banks of the
Blackwater - all signposted from the Heritage Centre.
Although Lismore Castle which is now the Irish residence of the Duke
and Duchess of Devonshire is not open to the public, Lismore Castle
Gardens can be visited.
Fishing: Salmon and Trout fishing are available on the River
Blackwater.
Golfing: Golfing visitors can avail of the many courses available in
the West Waterford area. Please check our Golf Section. If you are
touring by car, the Lismore Drive and the Vee Drive cannot be missed,
where the scenery climbs and dips and changes constantly to delight the
eye at every turn. Please contact the Dungarvan Tourist office for
further details on 058-41741.
In the Tidy Towns Competition 2002/2003 Prize-winning results, Lismore
won Ireland’s Tidiest small Town Award. In 2004, Lismore won Ireland's
Tidiest Town. |
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