Overview
Castlecomer is the largest town in north County Kilkenny with a 2022 population of 1,500. Its main draw is Castlecomer Discovery Park, a landscaped former colliery opened in 2007 with 80 acres of forest and 6 km of walking trails.
Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Limited accommodation in Castlecomer itself; Avalon House Hotel is the main option. Wider choice in Kilkenny (16 km south) or Carlow.
Connectivity
4G available from Eir and Vodafone; 5G from Three. WiFi available at hotels and cafes.
Food
Lime Tree for daytime cafe fare; Lil's at Avalon House for dinner. Eurospar for self-catering supplies.
Money
Euro (EUR) is the local currency. ATMs are available in town at Eurospar.
Transport
Local Link Bus 897 runs four times daily between Kilkenny and Castlecomer (40 min). Slieve Bloom Coach 838 provides twice-daily service to Kilkenny and Portlaoise.