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Cahir

Cahir (Irish: An Chathair, meaning "stone fort") is a heritage town in southern County Tipperary, Ireland, situated on the banks of the River Suir beneath the Galtee Mountains, with a population of 3,679 according to the 2022 census.^[1] Renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and scenic location, Cahir serves as a key tourist destination in the region, centered around the imposing Cahir Castle, one of Ireland's largest and most intact 13th-century fortresses built on a rocky island in the river.^[2] The town's economy is bolstered by tourism, drawing visitors to its historical sites, walking trails like the Tipperary Heritage Way, and natural attractions such as Glengarra Wood and nearby Mitchelstown Caves.^[3]^[4] The origins of Cahir trace back to ancient settlements, with evidence of an earthen fort at Knockagh dating to the 3rd century and a stone fortress known as Cathair-dún-Iascaigh—the "circular stone fortress of the fish-abounding fort"—constructed in the 12th century by Conor O'Brien, Lord of Thomond.^[5] Following the Norman arrival in 1169, the area became strategically important along routes connecting Waterford and Limerick, leading to the development of the current castle in the 13th century. It was granted to the powerful Butler family in 1375, who used it as their stronghold.^[2]^[5] The castle withstood sieges during turbulent periods, including a notable three-day capture by the Earl of Essex in 1599 using heavy artillery and further conflicts during the Irish Confederate Wars in the 1640s, when it was surrendered to Parliamentary forces and later retaken by Oliver Cromwell.^[2] By the 19th century, Cahir had grown as a milling center, earning the nickname "Quaker Town" due to its significant Quaker community, which established a meeting house in 1833 and contributed to the local corn industry.^[4]^[5] Today, Cahir's cultural landscape includes notable landmarks such as the 13th-century Cahir Abbey ruins, the Regency-era Swiss Cottage designed by John Nash, and St. Paul's Church of Ireland, alongside modern amenities that support its role as a vibrant community in South Tipperary.^[5] Tourism continues to thrive, with the castle featuring in films like Excalibur (1981) and The Tudors (2007–2010). In 2025, Cahir Castle was awarded Ireland's Most Impressive Medieval Fortress.^[2]^[6] Office of Public Works heritage sites nationwide attracted 13.8 million visitors in 2024, many of whom explore Cahir's offerings.^[7] The town's preservation efforts, including its designation as a heritage town, highlight its enduring historical significance while fostering sustainable growth in the local economy.^[2]

Geography and Demographics

Location and Access

Cahir is situated at 52°22′30″N 7°55′30″W, with an elevation of 50 m (160 ft).^[8]^[9] The town lies in south County Tipperary within the province of Munster, Ireland, directly on the banks of the River Suir, which has historically facilitated early settlement and trade.^[10] It is positioned at the foothills of the Galtee Mountains to the north and is approximately 16 km northeast of the Mitchelstown Caves, a notable limestone cave system.^[4]^[11] Road access to Cahir is provided primarily by the M8 motorway, which bypasses the town and was constructed between 2006 and 2008 as part of Ireland's inter-urban motorway network.^[12] The N24 national primary route runs adjacent to the town, providing connectivity to Waterford and Limerick.^[13] Historically, Cahir functioned as a significant stagecoach hub in the early 19th century, with entrepreneur Charles Bianconi launching his first regular coach service from Clonmel to Cahir in 1815, revolutionizing regional travel.^[10] Rail services are available at Cahir railway station on the Limerick–Waterford line, which first opened in 1852.^[14] The station offers a limited weekday passenger service with two trains each to Limerick Junction and Waterford, but no trains operate on Sundays.^[15] Bus Éireann provides regular public transport connections, including Route 355 to Waterford, Route 245X to Dublin via Cashel, and services to Cork.^[16]^[17]

Population and Demographics

As of the 2022 Census, Cahir's population stood at 3,679, marking a 2.4% increase from 3,593 recorded in the 2016 Census.^[1]^[18] The town's population has shown steady growth over recent decades, rising from 2,055 in the 1991 Census to the current level, largely driven by its expanding tourism sector and accessibility as a commuter destination for nearby urban centers like Clonmel, facilitated by strong transport links.^[1]^[19] Ethnically, the 2022 data indicates that approximately 71% of residents were Irish-born, with the remaining 29% comprising non-Irish nationals, notably from Poland, Lithuania, and the United Kingdom, reflecting increased immigration trends in recent years.^[19] Religiously, the community is predominantly Roman Catholic, accounting for 85-90% of the population, alongside smaller Protestant and other faith minorities.^[20] Cahir's demographic profile features a relatively balanced age distribution within its urban built-up area classification. The proportion of adults living with their parents aligns with broader national patterns influenced by housing dynamics.^[21]^[22] Cahir experiences a temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb), characteristic of southern Ireland, with mild winters, cool summers, and frequent rainfall. Average annual precipitation is approximately 1,000 mm, with mean temperatures ranging from 5–6 °C (41–43 °F) in January to 15–16 °C (59–61 °F) in July.^[23]

History

Early Settlement and Medieval Period

The name Cahir derives from the Irish An Chathair, meaning "stone ringfort," reflecting its ancient defensive origins, while an alternative etymology is Cathair Dún Iascaigh, translating to "the stone fort of the fort of the fishery," alluding to the site's association with the River Suir's abundant salmon.^[5]^[24] Archaeological evidence indicates prehistoric settlement in the Cahir area.^[5] Early medieval ringforts, characteristic of Gaelic defensive homesteads from around 500–900 CE, are evident at sites such as Garryroan and Kedrah, underscoring the region's role as a fortified enclave amid the fertile Suir valley.^[5]^[25] The arrival of Christianity brought monastic influences to the locality, with early Christian sites like Tobar Íosa (the Well of Jesus) in Cahirabbey Upper serving as a holy well possibly linked to 6th–8th century devotional practices.^[26] These foundations laid the groundwork for later medieval religious establishments, as the Normans integrated Christian institutions into their conquests. Medieval development accelerated in the late 12th century with the founding of Cahir Abbey, an Augustinian priory established in the late 12th century by Norman lord Geoffrey de Camville on lands near the River Suir; dedicated to St. Mary, it functioned as a center for canons regular until its dissolution in the 16th century.^[27] Concurrently, Cahir Castle emerged as a strategic tower house on a rocky island in the River Suir, constructed in the 13th century, initially by the O'Brien family, for defense against incursions, with expansions including curtain walls and a great hall by the 15th century to enhance its impregnability.^[28] The castle's island position exploited the Suir's natural barriers, providing a tactical advantage in controlling river trade and local territories.^[2] From the late 14th century, the powerful Butler family, Anglo-Norman lords and hereditary Chief Butlers of Ireland, assumed control of Cahir through a 1375 grant of the barony to James Butler, 3rd Earl of Ormond, for loyalty to the English crown; as key landowners, they shaped the area's feudal structure by granting tenures to vassals, enforcing manorial rights, and fortifying the castle as their regional stronghold.^[29] This tenure solidified the Butlers' dominance over Iffa and Offa West, integrating Gaelic and Norman customs in a hybrid feudal system that persisted through the medieval era.^[30]

18th to 20th Centuries

In the 18th century, the town of Cahir underwent significant development under the stewardship of the Butler family, who owned the extensive local estate. James Butler, 9th Baron Cahir, initiated key infrastructural projects around 1770, including the construction of Cahir House as the family seat and the Market House to formalize the town's role as a commercial hub.^[31] These efforts established a grid-like town layout centered on the Market House, fostering Cahir's function as a market center for agricultural goods from surrounding Tipperary lands.^[32] By the early 19th century, the town's strategic position on the River Suir and major roads made it a vital stagecoach stop; in 1815, entrepreneur Charles Bianconi launched Ireland's first regular stagecoach service connecting Cahir to Clonmel and Cashel, enhancing trade and travel under the Butler estate's oversight.^[33] An early 18th-century influx of Quakers, building on 17th-century settlements like that of the Fennell family in 1659, introduced a dissenting religious community to Cahir, culminating in the construction of a meeting house on Abbey Street in 1833 to accommodate their growing presence amid broader Protestant nonconformist migrations.^[34]^[35] The Quaker community, which had settled in Cahir during the late 18th century, peaked in influence during the early 19th century, contributing to industrial growth along the River Suir. Families like the Grubbs constructed the Quaker Meeting House in 1833, providing a permanent worship space for around 80 members, while Quaker-owned enterprises established flour mills such as Suir Mills and Cahir Abbey Mills between 1775 and 1790, harnessing the river's power for grain processing.^[5]^[36] These mills, alongside a linen factory and Italian-style straw bonnet production employing nearly 70 women, bolstered Cahir's economy, with flour milling becoming a cornerstone industry tied to the Suir's flow.^[36] The arrival of the railway in 1852, with the Waterford-Limerick line crossing the Suir via a new viaduct funded partly by the Earl of Glengall, spurred further economic expansion by improving access to markets and reducing transport costs for milled goods and passengers.^[37] During the Great Famine of 1845-1852, Cahir experienced distress but relatively moderated impacts compared to broader Tipperary, owing to targeted relief and estate interventions. Food riots erupted in April 1846, with crowds seizing flour cargoes from Cahir mills en route to Clonmel, prompting military escorts for convoys; approximately 80 deaths from famine-related debility and infection occurred between October 1846 and March 1847.^[38] The local relief committee distributed soup three times weekly from January 1847, serving up to 19,047 people daily under the Soup Kitchen Act, while the Butler estate, led by Lord and Lady Glengall, provided substantial aid to the poor, including employment through town improvement schemes that mitigated widespread starvation.^[38]^[39] This support, combined with Cahir's wheat-focused mills avoiding oatmeal dependency, contributed to the area's resilience, though poor rates rose from 12 pence in 1846 to 35 pence by 1849 amid ongoing burdens.^[38] Emigration waves intensified during this decade of upheaval, leading to significant depopulation as rural families sought opportunities abroad, a trend that persisted into the late 19th century.^[36] In the early 20th century, Cahir was drawn into the Irish War of Independence, with local IRA activities including the 1921 capture and execution of Royal Irish Constabulary District Inspector Gilbert Potter by volunteers from the West Tipperary Brigade, an event that heightened tensions in the town.^[40] The Quaker population, which had numbered around 80 at its 19th-century height, declined sharply by the late 1800s due to emigration and assimilation, leading to the Meeting House being leased in 1884 and sold in 1913.^[41] By the mid-20th century, the Butler family's long-held estate transitioned to state ownership; following the death of the last Lord Cahir in 1961, Cahir Castle was acquired by the Irish government in 1964 and placed under the Office of Public Works for conservation, opening to the public in 1971 after restoration.^[42]^[43]

Recent Developments

Preservation efforts in the late 20th century extended to other heritage sites, including the Swiss Cottage, an early 19th-century folly built around 1810 by Richard Butler, 1st Earl of Glengall, and designed by architect John Nash; restoration began in 1985 through a partnership involving the Irish Georgian Society and the Office of Public Works, with interiors completed by Sybil Connolly, allowing public access by 1989.^[44] Entering the 21st century, infrastructure improvements transformed Cahir's connectivity and livability. The M8 motorway bypass, constructed between 2006 and 2008, diverted heavy through-traffic from the town center, alleviating congestion and enhancing pedestrian safety along the River Suir.^[45] Preservation initiatives continued with the establishment of heritage walks, such as the Tipperary Heritage Way—a 56-kilometer linear trail opened in 2002 that follows the River Suir through Cahir, linking sites like the castle and Swiss Cottage to promote cultural and natural exploration.^[46] In 2024–2025, the N24 Cahir to Limerick Junction road improvement project progressed, with design updates in 2024 and construction beginning in 2025 to enhance regional connectivity.^[47] Construction of a new public library commenced in October 2025.^[48] The Cahir Local Area Plan 2021-2027 further advances sustainable development by targeting compact growth, climate-resilient infrastructure like sustainable urban drainage systems, and protection of built heritage within Architectural Conservation Areas, while zoning land for biodiversity enhancement along the River Suir Special Area of Conservation.^[49] Recent events highlight ongoing demographic and social shifts in Cahir. By 2022, the town saw surging population growth, with housing demand intensifying as the local authority projected a 10% increase to approximately 3,952 residents by 2027, necessitating around 124 new residential units focused on infill development and diverse housing types.^[19]^[49] The COVID-19 pandemic had minimal long-term impacts on local events, with community adaptations such as COVID-compliant installations by the Cahir Social and Historical Society in 2021 ensuring continuity of cultural activities.^[50] These developments underscore Cahir's emphasis on balanced modernization amid housing pressures and sustainability goals in the 2020s.

Economy

Key Industries and Employment

Cahir's economy is primarily driven by the food processing sector, which plays a central role in the town's industrial landscape. The ABP Food Group, a leading beef processing company, operates a major facility in Cahir and serves as one of the largest employers in the area, contributing significantly to local job creation in meat processing and related activities.^[51] This sector is bolstered by Tipperary's strong agricultural base, with Cahir benefiting from support industries that provide services to farming operations, such as equipment supply and logistics. Small-scale manufacturing also contributes, focusing on niche production that complements the agri-food focus, though it remains secondary to processing.^[52] The local workforce in Cahir is estimated at around 1,500 to 2,000 individuals, drawing from the town's population of approximately 3,700 and the surrounding catchment area of over 28,000 residents within a 20 km radius.^[53] Employment levels align with broader Tipperary trends, where 73,207 people were at work county-wide in 2022, reflecting a 15% increase from 2016. Unemployment in the county stood at 8% in 2022, indicating a stable labor market with low overall joblessness compared to national averages during the post-pandemic recovery.^[54] Industrial manufacturing plays a dominant role in the local economy.^[52] Retail and services form another key pillar, with local shops and businesses providing essential goods and employment for residents. Many professionals commute to nearby Clonmel or Cork for higher-skilled roles in sectors like finance and technology, as Cahir's economy emphasizes blue-collar and support jobs.^[52] This commuting pattern is common in rural Tipperary, where 19.5% of the workforce travels outside the county for employment. Historically, Cahir's economy transitioned from traditional milling and agriculture-dependent activities along the River Suir to the modern food processing industry, reflecting broader shifts in Ireland's agri-food sector. Support from Enterprise Ireland has aided this evolution, with 115 new jobs created county-wide in 2018, some of which supported local firms in Cahir and enhanced the agri-food role in Tipperary's economy.^[55] Recent population growth in the county has further strengthened the labor pool available to these industries.^[56] As of 2024, the Local Enterprise Office Tipperary supported the creation of 149 new jobs county-wide, contributing to ongoing employment growth.^[57] In manufacturing, Cahir-based Buttimer Engineering announced plans in 2024 to double its workforce by 2028.^[58]

Tourism and Retail

Cahir's tourism sector is anchored by its prominent historical landmarks, which draw visitors seeking Ireland's medieval and Regency heritage. Cahir Castle, a 13th-century fortress constructed on an island in the River Suir and managed by the Office of Public Works (OPW), serves as the town's flagship attraction, welcoming over 70,000 visitors in 2022 alone.^[59] This well-preserved site offers guided tours that highlight its defensive architecture and role in local history, contributing significantly to the area's appeal as a heritage destination. Complementing the castle is the Swiss Cottage, an early 19th-century Regency folly built in the 1810s as an ornamental retreat for the Butler family, featuring intricate thatched roofs, spiral staircases, and riverside gardens that evoke romanticized rural escapism; also under OPW stewardship, it provides self-guided and interpretive experiences for tourists exploring beyond the castle walls.^[2]^[44] Beyond these core sites, Cahir offers diverse outdoor and natural pursuits that enhance its tourism profile. Heritage walks, including the scenic Coronation Walk along the River Suir—linking Cahir Castle to the Swiss Cottage—and segments of the 56-kilometer Tipperary Heritage Way, provide accessible trails through wooded parks and riverside paths ideal for leisurely exploration.^[60]^[46] Angling enthusiasts are drawn to the River Suir, where the Cahir & District Angling Association maintains over 12 miles of prime fly-fishing waters, earning the area designation as a Brown Trout Centre of Excellence and attracting seasonal sports tourists with day permits and guided outings.^[61] Approximately 16 kilometers southwest, Mitchelstown Cave offers a contrasting natural spectacle with its limestone formations and guided tours, serving as a popular day trip extension for visitors based in Cahir.^[62] The retail landscape in Cahir supports and sustains tourism through a compact town center alive with independent boutiques, farm shops like The Apple Farm and O'Brien's, and essential outlets such as ALDI and SuperValu, catering to both locals and visitors with fresh produce, crafts, and souvenirs. The weekly Cahir Farmers Market, held Saturdays in the Castle Car Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., features local artisans, seafood, and seasonal goods, injecting vitality into the economy during peak summer months when tourist footfall surges.^[63]^[64] Tourism's economic footprint is substantial, fostering jobs in guiding, hospitality, and retail—and benefiting from enhanced accessibility post-M8 motorway bypass, which has boosted leisure stays and dwell times in the town.^[65]

Government and Public Services

Local Government

Cahir is a town located within the Tipperary Cahir Cashel Municipal District, one of five municipal districts under Tipperary County Council, the local authority responsible for the governance of County Tipperary.^[66] The municipal district is administered from offices in Clonmel and Nenagh, with local decision-making supported by 11 elected councillors who represent areas including Cahir, Cashel, and Tipperary town.^[67] These councillors are elected every five years through local elections, with the most recent held in June 2024, and they hold monthly meetings to address district-specific issues such as infrastructure and community development.^[68] The district elects a cathaoirleach annually from among its members to chair proceedings and represent the area.^[68] Development in Cahir is guided by the Cahir Local Area Plan 2021-2027, adopted by Tipperary County Council in April 2021 under Section 20 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, which sets a strategic vision for sustainable growth, town centre revitalization, tourism enhancement, and climate resilience.^[49] The plan, adopted in April 2021, targets a 10% population increase from the 2016 census figure of 3,593 to 3,952 by 2027. The 2022 census recorded 3,679 residents, and the plan remains in effect as of 2025. It allocates land for residential, commercial, and recreational uses while protecting heritage sites like Cahir Castle.^[49]^[1] Tipperary County Council delivers key services in Cahir through its environment and planning departments, including waste management with recycling facilities, household waste collection advice, and free disposal options for hazardous materials at designated civic amenity sites.^[69] Planning services encompass development applications, building control, and enforcement, with the local area plan providing zoning and policy frameworks for new builds and land use.^[70] Community grants support local initiatives, such as the Community Recognition Fund for infrastructure projects, Environmental Awareness Grants for sustainability efforts, and Tidy Towns funding for beautification, allocated annually to groups in the municipal district.^[71]^[72]^[73] Historically, local governance in Cahir was shaped by the Butler family's estate, which owned much of the town and castle from the 16th century and influenced development through patronage and land management until Irish Land Acts in the late 19th and early 20th centuries enabled tenant purchases and reduced landlord control by the 1920s.^[74]^[41] The family's role waned further with the 1923 Land Act's compulsory purchases, transitioning authority to modern local government structures post-independence.^[75]

Education and Healthcare

Cahir's primary education is primarily served by Bunscoil na Cathrach, a co-educational national school located on Convent Road. This school resulted from the 2022 amalgamation of the former Cahir Boys National School and Our Lady of Mercy Primary School, addressing long-standing needs for a unified facility amid population growth in the area.^[76]^[77] The new building, which officially opened in June 2022, features modern classrooms and amenities designed for up to 500 pupils, though current enrollment stands at approximately 412 students across junior infants to sixth class.^[77]^[78] Secondary education in Cahir is provided by Coláiste Dún Iascaigh, a co-educational vocational school under the patronage of Tipperary Education and Training Board. The institution traces its origins to the Cahir Vocational School established in the 1940s, which offered practical training in trades like carpentry and joinery, as evidenced by its early successes in national competitions.^[79] The current campus on Cashel Road opened in 1997, replacing earlier facilities and expanding to support a broad curriculum including Junior Cycle, Leaving Certificate, and vocational programs in areas such as engineering, business, and hospitality.^[80] With an enrollment of 686 students (383 boys and 303 girls), the school emphasizes inclusive education and extracurricular development for the local community.^[81] For higher education, residents of Cahir have convenient access to the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) Clonmel campus, located approximately 15 km away and reachable by car in about 15 minutes or via local bus services.^[82] This campus offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields like engineering, science, and business, serving as a key regional hub for further studies without requiring relocation to larger cities like Limerick.^[83] Healthcare services in Cahir are centered around the Cahir Primary Care Centre on Rosemount Close, a HSE-managed facility that provides multidisciplinary primary care including general practice, nursing, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy through an integrated primary care team.^[84] General practitioners operate from associated clinics, such as Market Yard Surgery, offering routine consultations, chronic disease management, vaccinations, and minor procedures for both medical card holders and private patients.^[85] For more specialized or emergency care, the nearest acute hospital is Tipperary University Hospital in Clonmel, about 15 km distant, which handles a range of services including maternity, surgery, and diagnostics.^[86]^[82] This setup ensures accessible local primary care while supporting referrals to regional hospitals as needed.

Culture and Leisure

Amenities and Features

Cahir Library, located in the town center at The Square, serves as a key cultural hub offering books, digital resources, and community programs, with a new state-of-the-art facility under construction since October 2025 to include podcasting studios and advanced technology solutions funded by €1.7 million from the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund.^[87]^[88] Cahir Arts, a contemporary gallery and design store on Church Street, showcases Irish artworks, ceramics, and textiles while hosting regular exhibitions, art classes in oil painting and drawing, and workshops to foster local creativity.^[89]^[90] The town hosts several annual festivals that highlight its cultural vibrancy, such as the Queen of the Castle Festival in August, featuring live music, comedy, and entertainment centered around Cahir Castle, and Cahir Tradfest in September, which celebrates traditional Irish music and dance.^[91]^[92] Additional castle-based events, including the Culture at the Castle series by the Cahir Social and Historical Society, offer lectures, performances, and heritage demonstrations throughout the summer.^[93] Recreational amenities include the Kilcoran Lodge Hotel & Leisure Centre, situated about five miles from Cahir, providing an indoor swimming pool, gym, fitness classes, and facilities like archery and cycling paths for community use.^[94]^[95] Parks along the River Suir, such as Cahir Park managed by Coillte, feature tranquil forest trails, scenic riverside paths, and access points for fishing and picnicking, connecting to the broader Suir Blueway network for leisurely walks.^[60] The historic Quaker Meeting House on Abbey Street, constructed in 1833 as a neo-classical place of worship for the local Society of Friends community, now stands as a preserved heritage site reflecting Cahir's Quaker legacy before its sale in 1897.^[96] Complementing this, the Cahir Farmers Market operates every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Castle Car Park, offering local produce, baked goods, vegetarian specialties, and artisanal items to support community interaction and regional agriculture.^[97]^[98]

Sports

Cahir is home to several active sports clubs, with Gaelic games holding a prominent place in the local community. The Cahir GAA club, founded in 1885, fields teams in both hurling and Gaelic football and has a history of competitive success, particularly in football.^[99]^[100] The club's most notable achievement came in 2003 when its senior football team defeated Ardfinnan to win the Tipperary Senior Football Championship, marking a high point in its history.^[100] More recently, the club secured a Junior A hurling victory over Rockwell Rovers on 9 November 2025, but lost in the subsequent Munster semi-final to Kilrossanty on 15 November 2025, along with South Tipperary titles at U21 hurling and Minor A football levels in prior seasons.^[101]^[102]^[103]^[104] Soccer is represented by Cahir Park AFC, established in 1910 as one of Tipperary's earliest clubs.^[105] The team competes in the Munster Senior League and achieved early success by winning the league's second division in the 1912-13 season.^[106] In recent years, the club has maintained activity across youth and senior levels, with its U15 boys advancing in the SFAI National Trophy in 2025 and earning awards in the Tipperary Schoolboys/Girls Soccer League.^[107]^[108] Other sports include golf and angling. Cahir Park Golf Club, founded in 1968 and designed by Eddie Hackett, features an 18-hole parkland course along the River Suir, expanded to its current layout in 1995.^[109]^[110] Angling enthusiasts are served by the Cahir & District Angling Association, which manages over 12 miles of prime fishing on the River Suir and its tributary the Aherlow, renowned for salmon and brown trout populations.^[111] Key facilities support these activities, including the club's GAA pitch at The Park in Duneske, which features an all-weather surface installed in recent years.^[112] The nearby Duneske Sports & Leisure Centre provides multi-use areas for training and community sports events, complementing the dedicated club grounds.^[113]

International Relations and Notable People

Twin Towns

Cahir is twinned with Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England, a partnership formalized in September 2003 following informal contacts that began in 1994, including invitations from the Scarborough Irish Society to events like the Scarborough Fair.^[114]^[115] The twinning has fostered ongoing cultural exchanges through reciprocal visits and joint events, such as the tenth anniversary celebration held in Cahir in 2013, which featured community gatherings and highlighted shared heritage.^[115] Groups from Scarborough have made multi-day trips to Cahir, engaging in local hospitality and sightseeing, while mayoral receptions in venues like Clonmel Town Hall have welcomed visitors to strengthen ties.^[116]^[117] These interactions promote mutual understanding and community collaboration, with benefits including enhanced tourism links and opportunities for residents to experience each other's traditions, as evidenced by annual travels between the towns organized by dedicated groups.^[116] Beyond formal twinning, Cahir maintains informal international connections through tourism, exemplified by attractions like Mitchelstown Cave, which draws visitors from around the world for guided explorations of its ancient formations.^[118]

Notable Residents

Richard Butler, 2nd Earl of Glengall (1794–1858), was an Irish Tory politician and peer whose family held extensive estates in Cahir, including Cahir Castle, making him a prominent local landowner. Born on 17 May 1794, he was elected as Member of Parliament for County Tipperary in 1818, serving until 1819 when he succeeded his father as the 2nd Earl of Glengall. From 1829, he acted as a representative peer for Ireland in the House of Lords until his death on 22 June 1858 at Cahir Castle.^[119]^[120] John Noel Dempsey (1915–1989) was an American politician born in Cahir on 3 January 1915, who emigrated to the United States with his family in 1925 and rose to become the 81st Governor of Connecticut. After settling in Putnam, Connecticut, he served six terms as mayor of the town from 1948 to 1955, then as a state representative from 1949 to 1955, and as lieutenant governor from 1959 to 1961. He ascended to the governorship on 21 January 1961 following Abraham Ribicoff's resignation to become a U.S. senator, holding the office until 6 January 1971 as a Democrat known for his moderate policies and economic development initiatives. Dempsey died on 16 July 1989 in Killingly, Connecticut.^[121]^[122] William Joshua Ffennell (1799–1867) was an Irish fishery reformer and author born on 16 August 1799 at Ballybrado, near Cahir in County Tipperary. As a Quaker and justice of the peace, he advocated for sustainable fishing practices and coastal preservation, authoring influential works such as On the Salmon Fisheries of Ireland (1861) and contributing to government reports on fishery management. His efforts helped establish protective legislation for Irish fisheries during the mid-19th century, reflecting his expertise in aquaculture and environmental conservation. Ffennell died on 2 February 1867.^[123] James O'Donnell (c. 1829–1897) was a merchant and philanthropist born around 1829 near Cahir in County Tipperary, who built a successful career in Newfoundland before returning to support education in his homeland. Emigrating during the Great Famine, he pioneered fish preservation techniques using brine in St. John's and became a leading businessman, operating a store at 290 Water Street from 1864 to 1886 while serving as a benefactor to the Benevolent Irish Society. In 1887, he returned to Ireland and donated his entire fortune, including £8,000 and ongoing income from Newfoundland properties, to the Holy Ghost Fathers at Rockwell College near Cashel, rescuing the institution from financial collapse in 1896 and funding its expansion; he also established annual bursaries for students. O'Donnell died on 17 October 1897 at Rockwell College and was buried there.^[124] Noel Coonan (born 1951) is an Irish former Fine Gael politician who served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Tipperary North constituency from 2007 to 2020. A native of Cahir, he previously worked as a secondary school teacher and principal before entering politics, and was involved in local government as a member of North Tipperary County Council from 1991 to 2014. Brendan Cummins (born 1975) is a retired Irish hurler and current manager who played as a goalkeeper for Tipperary Senior Hurling Team from 1993 to 2014, winning four All-Ireland Championships. Born in Cahir, he also played club hurling with Blackwood and is recognized for his contributions to Gaelic games in the region.)

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[PDF] A-Decade-of-Progress.pdf (tii.ie) - Transport Infrastructure Ireland
THE INTER-URBAN MOTORWAY NETWORK, BUILT BETWEEN 2000-2010, WILL BE SEEN AS A REMARKABLE LEGACY OF ENGINEERING, WHICH WILL LAST FOR HUNDREDS OF YEARS. N25, ...
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Cahir Station. | Limerick to Waterford Railway Line - MP Lim… - Flickr
Nov 27, 2013 · Cahir opened 1st May 1852. Goods traffic ceased 6th September 1976 but tar traffic ran until 2nd June 1978.
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Patrick Comerford: 15 September 2020
Sep 15, 2020 · The station is on the Limerick Junction to Waterford line, but today only four trains – two going each way – stop each weekday in Cahir. Cahir ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Route 245X | Serving Dublin to Cork - Bus Eireann
Bus Éireann - Route 245X: Serving Dublin to Cork via Cashel. Timetable, Route & stops, Filter by stop, Show timetable for All services Monday to Fridays.
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Bus Cahir to Cork - Compare all Companies - CheckMyBus
Starting from $23.0046 buses every day from Cahir to Cork, starting at $23. Find the cheapest bus tickets from trusted companies in one place.
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Key Findings Census of Population 2022 - Summary Results - CSO
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Housing in demand as population of Cahir surges - Irish Examiner
Nov 1, 2022 · In 2016, the census saw around 3,900 residing in Cahir, but anecdotal evidence suggests that is sharply increasing already, with the latest ...
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Religion Census of Population 2022 Profile 5 - Diversity, Migration ...
Oct 26, 2023 · In Census 2022, over 3.5 million people living in the State reported that their religion was Roman Catholic, accounting for 69% of the population.
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Census of Population 2022 - Summary Results Tipperary - CSO
May 30, 2023 · Census 2022 Summary Results show Tipperary's population grew to 167,895 ... Over the same period, Ireland's population grew by 8% from 4,761,865 ...
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Adults Living with Their Parents Census of Population 2022 Profile 3
Aug 31, 2023 · In 2022, there were 522,486 adults aged 18 years and over who were living with their parents. This was a 14% increase (+63,612) compared with ...
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Jun 21, 2023 · A new urban geography called Built Up Areas (BUAs) which has been used to produce Census 2022 data for urban areas.
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July « 2015 « - The Irish Aesthete
Jul 29, 2015 · Most likely the town – the name of which derives from the Irish 'an Chathair' meaning stone ringfort – would not exist but for the castle.
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Ballycomisk Ringfort - Heritage Ireland
These three ringforts, forming a National Monument, reveal glimpses into the past through their ancient foundations and fields.Missing: prehistoric | Show results with:prehistoric
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Tobar Íosa - Cahir Social and Historical Society
We're up at one of our more ancient but sacred sites, Tobar Íosa, the little well of Jesus. It's located in the townland of Cahirabbey Upper, at the foot of ...
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Cahir Augustinian Priory | Heritage Ireland
It was founded for the Augustinian Canons Regular by Geoffrey de Camville in the late 12th After the dissolution of the monasteries, the last prior Edmond O' ...
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Cahir Castle
The castle was built in 1142 by Conor O'Brien on the remains of an old Irish fortification called a cathair, which is Irish for a stone fort, from which the ...
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Cahir Castle, County Tipperary - Irish Historic Houses
Cahir Castle taken by the 2nd Earl of Essex in 1599. Cahir Castle, June 2022. Inside the castle in one room was a wonderful diorama of this siege of Cahir ...Missing: hub | Show results with:hub
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[PDF] The Fennells of Cahir | Tipperary Studies
The Fennells were a prominent Quaker family in Tipperary, settling in 1659. They expanded their holdings, leasing prestigious properties like Cahir Castle.
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File:Cahir Quaker Meeting House 2012 09 05.jpg
English: South-east view of the Quaker meeting house at Abbey Street, Cahir. This house was constructed in 1833–1834 and was sold in 1897 to the Presbyterian ...Missing: settlement | Show results with:settlement
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Cahir - Ask About Ireland
Early Norman By 1192 the county was under Norman administration, and Philip of Worcester was granted land around Cahir by John, Lord of Ireland. Philip ...Missing: facts | Show results with:facts
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CAHIR TOWN - jstor
Mar 31, 2023 · James Butler, Lord. Cahir, was instrumental in the development of the town from about 1770, when many new buildings were constructed. The.
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Here's a quick trip around Ireland with one piece of trivia from each ...
Nov 8, 2015 · Charles Bianconi launched Ireland's first stagecoach running between the towns of Clonmel, Cahir, and Cashel in 1815. The idea grew out of ...Missing: estate | Show results with:estate
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Cahir, Co. Tipperary - ArcGIS StoryMaps
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The Viaduct - Cahir Social and Historical Society
However, she never saw it completed, as it was more than thirty years before the line from Limerick to Waterford was completed, and opened in 1852. The ...
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[PDF] The Famine in South Tipperary — Part One
“ The most detailed appeal for employment came from Carrick-on-Suir, where the situation was already bad before the potato shortage ...
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Butler, Richard (1775-1819), 10th Baron Caher, 1st Earl of Glengall
Richard Butler (1775-1819) 1st Earl of Glengall was the 12th Baron Caher. He was the illegitimate son of James Butler, 11th Baron Caher (d. 1788).
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War of Independence in Tipperary - now booklet on Cahir's ...
Jul 15, 2021 · While the capture and execution of District Inspector Gilbert Potter and the election of Marian Tobin to South Tipperary County Council were ...
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What the Victorian Butlers saw when they rebuilt and developed Cahir
Sep 15, 2020 · His son, Richard Butler (1794-1858), 2nd Earl of Glengall, was responsible for much of the development and rebuilding of Cahir in the first half ...
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Cahir Castle 50 Years Open to the Public | Heritage Ireland
In 1971, Cahir Castle opened its doors to the visiting public for the first time after a lengthy period of conservation and restoration by the OPW.
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The History of Cahir Castle - The Irish Place
Feb 28, 2016 · By the late 1700s, the immediate Butler family line came to an end and the castle fell into a state of steep decline, although it was restored, ...Missing: period | Show results with:period
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The Swiss Cottage | Heritage Ireland
The Swiss Cottage, just outside the heritage town of Cahir, is a cottage orné – a fanciful realisation of an idealised countryside cottage used for picnics, ...
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M8 Motorway
Glanmire's bypass opened in 1992 and moved the entry point of the N8 from the area of Lota south of Glanmire east to a new large (but poor-standard) roundabout ...
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Tipperary Heritage Way - Sport Ireland
The Tipperary Heritage Way is a 56 kilometre-long low-level linear walking route in the south midlands of Ireland that follows the course of the River Suir ...
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CSHS 2021 Events - Cahir Social and Historical Society
The people of the town of Cahir woke up to a surprise installation on the morning of 8 March 2021. In a unique community initiative, compliant with COVID-19 ...
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[PDF] JUNCTION 10 M8 LANDS, CAHIR, CO. TIPPERARY - Amazon S3
With a population of approximately 3,700 (CSO 2022) and more than 28,000 people residing within a 20km radius, Cahir offers a strong local workforce and ...
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Press Statement Census 2022 Results Profile 7 - Employment ... - CSO
Dec 5, 2023 · More than 134,600 people living in the county in April 2022 were aged 15 and over and of these more than 73,200 people were at work. This was an ...Missing: Cahir | Show results with:Cahir
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115 new jobs were created in Tipperary by Enterprise Ireland last year
Some 115 new jobs were created in Tipperary last year during a record year for Enterprise Ireland, Mary Neman Julian has said.
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Caher Park - Coillte
Caher Park offers access to the River Suir, a Swiss Cottage, walking paths, fishing, a scenic drive, and a demesne bridge.
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The 10 Best Shops and Shopping Centers in Cahir - InfoisInfo Ireland
The 10 Best Shops and Shopping Centers in Cahir · 1 - ALDI - Cahir · 2 - Apple Farm - Cahir · 3 - The Cookie Jar - Cahir · 4 - O Brien S Farm Shop - Cahir · 5 - ...
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Cahir Farmers Market (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You ...
Rating 4.1 (7) Cahir Farmers Market, now a firm fixture in the Castle Car Park every Saturday 9am - 1pm.There is ample parking, great local produce, a friendly welcome in ...Missing: retail | Show results with:retail
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Tipperary Cahir Cashel Municipal District
Oct 23, 2025 · Tipperary Cahir Cashel Municipal District · Local Facilities · TippCahirCashel MD Meetings · Make a complaint/log a problem · Parking Fine Appeals ...Missing: structure South
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11 Tipperary Cahir Cashel Municipal District Councillors Nominate ...
Oct 16, 2025 · The 11 councillors in the Tipperary Cahir Cashel Municipal District have each nominated a recipient for a Cathaoirleach's Award.
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New chairperson of Tipperary/Cahir/Cashel Municipal District is ...
Jun 23, 2025 · Fianna Fáil Cllr Roger Kennedy has been elected as the new chairperson of the Tipperary/Cahir/Cashel Municipal District during the district's ...
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Recycling Information and Advice | Tipperary County Council
... Services at 0818 06 5000 or email customerservices@tipperarycoco.ie. There is ... Waste prevention, waste segregation and recycling are all aspects of waste ...
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Planning and Building - Tipperary County Council
Oct 29, 2025 · The purpose of the Planning Section is to provide for the proper planning and sustainable development of the county.Planning Enquiry System (ePlan) · Planning & Building Services · Planning Lists
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Community Recognition Fund | Tipperary County Council
Jun 5, 2025 · The Community Recognition Fund aims to support the development of community infrastructure and facilities in recognition of the contribution being made by ...
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Environmental Awareness Grants | Tipperary County Council
Environmental Awareness Grants. Local authorities may provide grants to community groups for environmental awareness initiatives.Missing: Cahir municipal district elected
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Tidy Towns Support - Tipperary County Council
Tidy Towns Grant Scheme 2024. Applications are invited from Tidy Towns/Community Groups, under the above Scheme. for projects/works to be carried out in 2024 ...
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Butler (Caher) | Landed Estates | University of Galway
The Butlers were established at Caher Castle, county Tipperary, from the 16th century. This family supported the Jacobite cause at the end of the 17th century.
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Ireland's Land Acts and the decline of the 'Big House' - BBC
Jun 17, 2023 · The Irish Land Act 1923 confiscated estates from many landlords, or subjected them to compulsory purchase orders, which in turn enabled tenants ...
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New Primary School Opens in Cahir - Tipp Mid West Radio
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Taoiseach praises diversity and inclusivity of new Cahir primary ...
May 26, 2023 · Mr Varadkar and Bishop of Waterford & Lismore Alphonsus Cullinan jointly opened Bunscoil na Cathrach. Taoiseach praises diversity and ...Missing: 2022 | Show results with:2022<|separator|>
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Ours to Protect - Weekly Tips -Bunscoil na Cathrach in Cahir - Tipp FM
Jun 19, 2023 · Bunscoil na Cathrach currently has 412 pupils – which means it is already near capacity – however at the design stage consideration was ...
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1948-1949 - Department of Education and Skills - YUMPU
May 8, 2014 · ThFirst Prize in the Senior Practical Test in Carpentry <strong>and</strong> Joinerywent to Cahir Vocational School, County Tipperary. Students ...
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School History - Coláiste Dún Iascaigh
Coláiste Dun Iascaigh opened its doors for the first time in 1997. It is a modern, well-equipped facility on an extensive site, providing progressive, ...
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Colaiste Dun Iascaigh, Cahir, Co Tipperary - The Irish Times
Enrolment total, 686. Enrolment boys, 383. Enrolment girls, 303. Inspection reports. School-to-institution progression. —School's rate of progression to 3rd ...Missing: establishment history<|separator|>
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Best Hospitals in Cahir, County Tipperary - Doctify
Hospitals in Cahir, County Tipperary. (1 result). S. South Tipperary General Hospital Clonmel. 14.63 kilometers | Garryowen Road, Tipperary, Ireland, E91 NY86 ...Missing: nearest | Show results with:nearest
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Driving - Clonmel Campus - TUS
TUS Clonmel Campus is easily accessible by car, located just minutes from Clonmel town centre and well connected to regional and national road networks.Missing: Cahir | Show results with:Cahir
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Cahir Primary Care Centre - HSE.ie
Cahir Primary Care Centre, Rosemount Close, Barnora, Cahir, Tipperary, E21 KF83. Location and directions - Google Maps. Phone 052 744 4900.
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Market Yard Surgery: Homepage
We offer a full range of medical services to GMS patients with a Medical Card or Doctor Visit Card, and to private patients.Contact · Our Staff · Appointments · Prescriptions
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Tipperary University Hospital - HSE.ie
Tipperary University Hospital, Western Road, Clonmel, Tipperary, E91 VY40. Location and directions - Google Maps. Phone 052 617 7000.
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Cahir Library – Tipperary County Council Library Service
Cahir Library, The Square, Cahir, Co. Tipperary, Eircode: E21 WD89, Phone (052) 7442075, Email: cahirlibrary@tipperarycoco.ie
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Activating Cahir's Town Centre Regeneration Strategy
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Cahir Arts
Cahir Arts, Contemporary Art Gallery & Design Store. The best of Irish Art, Ceramics, glass, Wood, Textile, Design. Open 5 days a week.Current Exhibitions · Artists · Art Classes · Design ShopMissing: center | Show results with:center
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Cahir Arts - Time for Tipperary
Cahir Arts, is a Contemporary Art Gallery & Design Store, open 5 days a week showcasing a range of artworks and designs. The gallery also hosts regular ...Missing: center | Show results with:center
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Queen of the Castle Festival, Cahir, Tipperary
Running from 2nd-5th August 2024 in Cahir, Co. Tipperary, this festival is full of live music, hilarious comedy and captivating entertainment.
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Cahir Tradfest | Events On In Tipperary Ireland | Your Days Out
Get ready for Cahir Tradfest 2025! ✨. Join us in Cahir this 19th – 21st September for a weekend filled with music, culture & community spirit.
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Culture at the Castle - Creative Ireland Programme
Cahir Social & Historical Society welcome you to the Great Hall at Cahir Castle this summer to experience their series of 'Culture at the Castle' events.
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LEISURE CENTRE | Kilcoran Lodge Hotel
Hotel Guests are afforded complimentary access to the expertly run Kilcoran Health and Leisure Centre, located within the grounds of Kilcoran Lodge Hotel.
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Kilcoran Lodge Hotel | Tipperary Country Hotel & Leisure Centre, C
Kilcoran Lodge Hotel & Leisure Centre is situated just outside picturesque Cahir, Co Tipperary nestled in the foothills of the Galtee Mountains.
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Abbey Road, Caher, Quaker, Tipperary - GENUKI
1833: Meeting House built. c1892: Church closed (due to a falling congregation) and the building leased - and later sold - to the Presbyterians. Church Records.
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Cahir Farmers Market |
Located at the Castle Carpark in Cahir, County Tipperary, Cahir Farmers Market hosts stallholders specialising in vegetarian goodies, fresh baked bread and ...
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Cahir Farmers Market - Time for Tipperary
Held in the castle car park every Saturday from 9am to 1pm, this popular market offers a variety of local produce, including vegetarian options, ...
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Foundation Cahir Gaa Club - IrelandXO
Cahir GAA Club was founded in 1885. Their grounds are at The Park, Duneske. Their colours are green and white. Their nickname is The Slashers.Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Cahir - Tipperary GAA
One of the greatest days for the club came in 2003 when the senior footballers defeated neighbours Ardfinnan to claim the County title.Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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https://cahirarts.com/
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Cahir GAA Club Notes | Cahir New Online
Last Saturday evening in Cahir House Hotel we had our medal presentation for our U14 south hurling champions, our Minor A South football champions, our Senior ...
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Cahir Park AFC
... Cahir Park AFC. Cahir Park Under 14s Championship winners 2016. Cahir Park AFC, Under 12 Girls League Champions 2015. Cahir Park U-16 League and Cup Winners ...
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Ireland - List of Munster Senior League Champions
May 28, 2025 · List of Munster Senior League Champions. Season Champions Runners-up. 1921/22 Barrackton United Cahir Park. 1922/23 Barrackton United Cork Bohemians.Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Cahir Park AFC - Facebook
Rating 5.0 (4) Cahir Park U15 Boys- our Cahir Park U14 Boys hosted Ferrybank AFC in the National Trophy Second Round on last Saturday, 8 November, 2025. Cahir started well ...
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TSSDL Awards Day - Cahir Park AFC - Facebook
Nov 3, 2025 · Well done to both for their hard work and dedication both on and off the pitch throughout the year. Congratulations to them both, well deserved ...
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Cahir Park Golf Club: HOME
Cahir Park is an 18 Hole Parkland Golf Course on the banks of the river Suir in the heart of Co. Tipperary. Backdropped by the Galtee, Knockmealdown & Comeragh ...Missing: history | Show results with:history
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Visit Cahir Park Golf Club with Discover Ireland
Cahir Park Golf Club is an 18-hole parkland golf course on the banks of the River Suir in the heart of County Tipperary, backdropped by the Galtee, ...
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Cahir & District Angling Association
The Cahir club take pride in all aspects of there club with over 12 miles of the best fishing on the River Suir and River Aherlow. Been given Brown Trout Centre ...About Us · Angling On The Suir · The Suir River · Events
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Cahir GAA - Premier Pitches
Cahir GAA. Location: Cahir, Ardfinnan Road, Cahir, Co. Tipperary E21 VA48 ... Pitch line markings; Floodlighting- 4 column with 8 Optivision Lamps; 60mm ...
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Cahir sports centre in for overhaul - Tipp FM
A community owned sports centre in South Tipperary is to get a major overhaul. The Duneske Sports & Leisure Centre has been operating in Cahir for the last 16 ...
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News in brief: Seaside town gets its twin | The Northern Echo
Nov 15, 2002 · Scarborough is to be twinned with the Irish town of Cahir after councillors this week decided on an official link.
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Tenth anniversary of twinning celebrated - Tipperary Live
Sep 13, 2013 · The two towns celebrated the tenth anniversary of their twinning arrangement in some style in Cahir, last Wednesday, September 4.
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Scarborough group enjoy a "fantastic" week in Cahir - Tipperary Live
Oct 7, 2016 · Mayor of the Clonmel/Cahir Borough District Cllr. Andy Moloney welcomed the Scarborough Twin Town Group to Clonmel Town Hall recently.<|control11|><|separator|>
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Scarborough Twinning Reception - Cahir News Online
Sep 15, 2015 · Scarborough Twins welcomed Home A Mayoral Reception was held in Cahir on Thursday evening last to welcome the Scarborough Twin Town Guests.
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Mitchelstown Caves – One of europes major showcaves, discovered ...
Mitchelstown Cave is situated in County Tipperary over the border from Mitchelstown County Cork and is located on Ireland's Ancient East.Rates · Guided Tour · About · Opening Hours
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BUTLER, Richard, Visct. Caher (1794-1858), of Caher Castle, co ...
as and 2nd Earl of Glengall [I] 30 Jan. 1819. Offices Held. Rep. peer [I] 1829-d. Capt. Caher inf. 1820; col. co. Tipperary militia 1826. Biography. For some ...
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Butler, Richard - Dictionary of Irish Biography
Butler, Richard (1775–1819), 12th Baron Caher and earl of Glengall, was born 13 November 1775 in Cahir, Co. Tipperary, illegitimate son of James Butler.
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John Dempsey - National Governors Association
Jan 6, 1971 · John Noel Dempsey was born January 3, 1915, in Cahir, County Tipperary, Ireland. He attended Providence College. He was a member of the city council, Putnam, ...
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Birthplace of Governor John Dempsey
John Noel Dempsey was born in Lower Abbey Street, Cahir on 3rd Jan. 1915, the only son of a British Army Officer. He emigrated with his family in 1925 to Putnam ...Missing: Ireland | Show results with:Ireland
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Ffennell, William Joshua | Dictionary of Irish Biography
Ffennell, William Joshua (1799–1867), fishery reformer, was born 16 August 1799 at Ballybrado, near Cahir, Co. Tipperary, eldest son (among six sons and ten ...
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James O'Donnell, from Tipperary to Newfoundland and back again
James O'Donnell was born around Cahir in County Tipperary, Ireland, around 1829, into a time of great economic and social change.