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Places to Visit in Ballyfoyle, County Kilkenny, Republic of Ireland

Dunmore Cave, Ballyfoyle

Dunmore Cave

Ballyfoyle
County Kilkenny
Tel: +353(0)56 67726
Website: click here

HISTORIC HOUSES, CASTLES, GARDENS AND MUSEUMS IN COUNTY KILKENNY

History and geology blend at Dunmore Cave to give an interesting and unique situation. Consisting of a series of chambers formed over millions of years, the cave contains some of the finest calcite formations found in any Irish cave. The cave has been known to man for many centuries and is first mentioned in the 9th century Irish Triads.

The most interesting reference however, comes from the Annals which tells of a Viking massacre at the cave in the year 928 A.D.. Exhibitions and displays in the Visitor Centre. The cave is inaccessible for wheelchair users.

Facilities
Tea Room, Car Park,

Directions
10km from Kilkenny off N78

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