Tipperary
Tipperary, a county with unique and ancient heritage
The county's distinctive landmark The Rock of Cashel, dominates the skyline over historic Cashel town, rising high above the surrounding plain, it is a most dramatic setting for the location for these important secular and religious buildings. The first historical references dates back to the fourth century AD when the "Rock" was home to the kings of Munster.
The county has spectacular natural beauty with the Glen of Aherlow, and the Vee Valley, it is a paradise for walkers, offering good walking trails including the Tipperary Heritage Way which can be walked in four stages from the Vee to Cashel and takes in the area’s breath taking scenery.
Tipperary has some other fascinating places to visit, such Mitchelstown Cave, one of Europe’s most spectacular caves and the captivating Brú Ború Cultural Centre, commemorating Brian Ború with a ‘cultural village’ celebrating Irish music, song, dance and theatre, For horse riders, racing and history lovers it is home to some of Ireland’s most famous bloodstock breeders, take time to enjoy the greatoutdoors or simply soak up the atmosphere of this wonderful. welcoming county.
Festivals reflects a way of living and Tipperary has a wonderful varied, exciting programme of art, culture and sporting events all year, If sport is your thing, Thurles is the birthplace of the Gaelic Athletic Association, where many of the Munster Hurling and Football finals are held, it is home to the fascinating Lar Na Pairce museum also Tipperary has three major racecourses, Thurles, Tipperary and Clonmel.
Tipperary steps out in June with a stroll or hike as part of the renowned Glen of Aherlow Walking festival. also in June we have the Tipperary Garden Festival weekend. The summer kicks off with the Clancy Brothers Music festival also in July for nine days and nights Clonmel is transformed by the Annual Clonmel Junction Festival, featuring some of the finest Irish rock bands and contemporary theatre around. In October South Tipperary annual Impressions Writers festival, features readings workshops and debates. A new festival in November, Bulmers Comedy with over 30 comedians performing over 4 nights in 1 great venue. Check our our website for an up-to-date list of events.
Brú Ború Cultural Centre - Tipperary
Brú Ború is a national cultural centre at the foot of the Rock of Cashel. This cultural village is designed around a village green and is a home to the study and celebration of native Irish music, song, dance, theatre and Celtic studies. It has a folk theatre, genealogy centre, restaurant and other amenities.
Swiss Cottage - Tipperary
This delightful "cottage orné" was built in the early 1800s by Richard Butler, 1st Earl of Glengall to a design by the famous Regency architect John Nash. Its interior contains a graceful spiral staircase and some elegantly decorated rooms.
Cahir Castle - Tipperary
This imposing 13th -15th century structure was skilfully designed to be a state of the art defensive castle. Every foot of the rocky island was utilised to such good effect as to make it difficult in places to determine which part of the castle is the main part and which is the living rock from which it seems to grow.
Rock of Cashel - Tipperary
One of the most visited sites in Ireland. This is a spectacular group of medieval buildings set on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale including the 12th century Round Tower, High Cross and Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic Cathedral, 15th century castle and the restored Hall of the Vicars.
Tig Roy - Tipperary
Tig Roy is a venue where people can access Irish culture in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The centre is situated in the beautiful Glen of Aherlow, at the foothills of the Galtee Mountains, the highest inland range of mountains in Ireland and noted for its breathtaking scenery.
