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Bishops Palace
Bishops Palace
In 1350 the original Bishop’s Palace began construction using stone from three demolished churches in Kilkenny. The works were directed by Bishop Richard Ledred, a controversial figure, who led the first ever witchcraft trials in Europe, including the trial of Dame Alice Kyteler. Today the building is the Headquarters of The Heritage Council of Ireland.
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Price
€0.00
Days
Monday - Friday
Time
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Season
Annual
Totally worthwhile tour, 8 Euro each for half an hour which gives you a history of Kilkenny through Cromwells siege, the Black Death/famine and a concise history of any of the remarkable architecture. Very friendly and helpful staff who went out of their way to be helpful and pleasant. Visited May 2017Jamie W