Dukesmeadows forms an extensive urban wild flower meadow close to the River Nore and within walking distance of Kilkenny City Centre. It is a haven for wildlife, insects and plants. it forms an attractive amenity for the residents of the area.
Tag Archives: 2012
Butterflies are attracted to Lintown
Orchids thrive this year.
Kilkenny in Bloom
Wonderful flower displays are to be seen through out Kilkenny City.
Think-Talk-Do: “you think” Youth Group

"You Think" Youth Group from Ossory Youth, Painting a site hoarding: Copyright: Keep Kilkenny Beautiful.
The KKB have received considerable help from Ossory Youth and their “You Think” Youth group. The current project includes the painting of hoardings on a derelict site located at Walkin street. This will improve the environment for the residents in the area. The group has a strong interest on what is going on in Kilkenny. They have a motto of “Think, Talk, Do”. the group is lead by Patrick Bookle Youth Leader.
Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden in Summer
Lakeside swans and signets
KKB Kilkenny Cat launched
Tidy Towns Project street Launch
The KKB are proud to announce with St Kieran Street Traders the launch of Kilkenny 2012 “Tidy towns Project Street “. Kilkenny Mayor David Fitzgerald launched the project surrounded by colourful balloons on the 19th April on St Kieran street.
The KKB are proud to work with the St Kieran street traders to develop and promote the street which is located in the historic centre of the City. It is proposed to organise events during 2012 and showcase all of the best of Kilkenny in this pedestrianised street of cafes, restaurants, boutiques, bars, bookshops and hairdressers.
Composting seminar 2nd April 2012
Turning Kitchen Waste into compost made easy!
Using a Home composter reduces waste and is environmentally friendly. Learn also simple ways to attract wildlife into your garden.
All are welcome, please ring the County Environmental officer at 056-7794470 to book a place.