The 7 Best Civic Centers in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland’s Ancient East

January 22, 2022 Fernanda Pittenger

Discover the best top things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland including St. Patrick's Gateway Centre, Athy Library, Reginald's Tower, Greenan Maze, Ballymaloe Grainstore, The Tholsel, Brockagh Resource Centre.
Restaurants in Ireland’s Ancient East

1. St. Patrick's Gateway Centre

Patrick Street, Waterford Ireland +353 51 843 589 [email protected] http://www.stpatricksgateway.com/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

St. Patrick's Gateway Centre

St. Patrick's Gateway Centre is a 300 year old church which has been renovated into a community centre and place of worship. A chirch has been on the site since at least 1050 AD and the graveyard is the oldest intact graveyard in Waterford City. As well as a place for lovers of history, the centre also hosts a large number of concerts as well.

2. Athy Library

Convent Lane, Athy Ireland +353 45 980 555
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Athy Library

3. Reginald's Tower

The Quay, Waterford Ireland http://www.waterfordtreasures.com/reginalds-tower
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4.5 based on 637 reviews

Reginald's Tower

Reviewed By WW_Traveller023 - Kirrawee, Australia

The town is a short walk away and we headed to 'Reginald's Tower', it is the last tower remaining from numerous incarnations of a fort that was here from the 10th Century. It is named after the Viking King 'Reginall or Reginald' who conquered this place and set up a Viking town in the late 900's. The tower is 3 storeys high and has sen a lot of history since then, including being used by 'Strongbow' (the leader of the Anglo-Norman invasion force) and visits by King John and King James II as well as serving time as a munitions store and prison. There are very interesting displays on all the floors.

4. Greenan Maze

A67 D789 Ireland +353 86 884 5624 [email protected] http://www.greenanmaze.com/
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4.5 based on 141 reviews

Greenan Maze

Greenan Maze is a family run open farm and visitor attraction. Located in a beautiful part of the Wicklow mountains, 6 Km from Rathdrum and an hour south of Dublin. Suitable for all ages. Includes: Celtic Maze (half an acre, 7 ft tall), Solstice Maze, three traditional farming museums, wild nature walks and wildlife haven, fairy tree trail, treasure hunts, farm animals and crafts & takeaway coffee shop. Open seasonally. Tours by arrangement. See website for more details.

Reviewed By eileencahill00 - County Wicklow, Ireland

Gorgeous views, really friendly staff, no queuing or overcrowding and something different to do. Follow the treasure map through the hedgerow maze, to the solstice maze (which is a great area for a game of tip the can ????), walk the nature trail into a beautiful wooded area, meet the farm animals and visit the museums. Pack a picnic and take your time it really is a great spot????

5. Ballymaloe Grainstore

Ballymaloe House, Shanagarry P25Y070 Ireland +353 21 465 2531 [email protected] http://www.ballymaloegrainstore.com
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Ballymaloe Grainstore

This unique venue is located on the grounds of the world famous Ballymaloe House Hotel in East Cork only 35 minutes from Cork city & airport. The Grainstore & associated buildings host a number of seasonal / annual fairs & festivals as well as an extensive programme of theatrical, musical and comedy shows all year round. See the Ballymaloe Grainstore website for upcoming events.

6. The Tholsel

The Tholsel High Street, Kilkenny Ireland
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3.5 based on 35 reviews

The Tholsel

Reviewed By R5749FEmichaelm - Kilkenny, Ireland

It has a regency curved stairway that's in danger of being demolished by the Council itself as they want to make way for modern windows and a lift - surely a sacrilege! Visitors should all question the Council there about such contemplated vandalism.

7. Brockagh Resource Centre

Brockagh Resource Centre R756, Laragh Ireland +353 404 45600 http://www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie
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3.0 based on 2 reviews

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