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A short synopsis on Kildorrery village.

Kildorrery (Cill-Dairbhre, meaning 'Church of the Oaks'), is a typical Irish cross-roads village, boasting 5 bars, one of which has a restaurant, a number of general shops, a garage, and a church,  the village is understated and charming.

Kildorrery (Cill-Dairbhre, meaning 'Church of the Oaks'), is a typical Irish cross-roads village, boasting 3 bars. There are a number of general shops, a garage, and a church.  The village is understated and charming. It is a centre for Mountain walking, Fly and Coarse fishing, Clay Pigeon and Game Shooting, and of course Golf. Mitchelstown 18 hole championship and Doneraille 9 hole both offer day membership.

For the walkers or amblers, a gentle stroll in any direction will uncover the history of the area. From a very well preserved Mass Rock to the ruins of Bowens Court and chapel. A 10 minute drive to Glanworth and you can explore a Megalithic Tomb, a Castle and an Abbey.

Several first class restaurants can be found in Mitchelstown (10km) or Fermoy (14km)

Kildorrery village was once on the main route from Cork to Limerick though the present direct route, to the west of Mallow, fortunately bypasses it. The village is steeped in history. A number of hill forts are located in the area which date from 200 BC. The Gale Castle in the parish of Kildorrery is unfortunately in ruins but a pub in the village still bears its name, albeit about face as The Castle Gale. A very short drive away we have a well preserved Megalithic Tomb.

For the real historical buffs the remains Aghacross Church Founded in the 7th century by Saint Molagga. The building that now remains is mostly of 14th to 16th century origin and has recently been restored. There is also an interesting holy well on the site, as well as gravestones of mostly 19th and 20th century origin. All open to the public

The village is also the centre for many outdoor pursuits. the Funcheon (Funshion) river, just down the hill on the Mitchelstown Road, offers the very best in coarse and fly fishing. The Ballyhoura Mountains (hills really) have many walks, some of which are quite challenging. The Galtee mountain range offers something for the more serious mountaineer.