Patrick Kavanagh Rural & Literary Resource
Description
Birthplace of Patrick Kavanagh, one of Ireland's foremost 20th-century poets. The village grew around the ancient monastery of St Daig MacCairill, founded by 562, and its strong, 10th-century round tower still stands. The centre, housed in the former parish church, chronicles the ancient history of the region and its role in developing Kavanagh's work.
Prices
¬5 (ch under 12 free when accompanied by an adult, concessions ¬3).
Opening times
Open all year Tue-Fri 11-4.30
Jun-Sep also open Sun 2-5.
Facilities
Picnic area.
Refreshments.
Parking.
Coach parties welcome.
Giftshop.
Directions
(from Dublin take N2, exit at Carrickmacross, left along R178 to Essexford. Left at Kelly's pub for Inniskeen)
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