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Jerpoint Park

Belmore House, Thomastown, Ireland
+353(0)567793186
Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Thomastown
4.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Historic Sites
Owner description: WELCOME TO JERPOINT PARK, WHERE WE STRIVE TO IMMERSE YOU IN A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE OF COUNTRY LIVING, HERITAGE,AND TRADITIONAL ACTIVITIES IN A... more » Owner description: WELCOME TO JERPOINT PARK, WHERE WE STRIVE TO IMMERSE YOU IN A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE OF COUNTRY LIVING, HERITAGE,AND TRADITIONAL ACTIVITIES IN A VERY SPECIAL DESTINATION KILKENNY , SOUTH EAST OF IRELAND.ENJOY HERITAGE AT JERPOINT PARK WITH THE AMAZING FOOTPRINTS OF A DESERTED MEDIEVAL TOWN DATING BACK TO c A.D. 1200. WHEN IT WAS FOUNDED NEAR A CROSSING POINT ON THE RIVER NORE NOT FAR FROM THOMASTOWN CO. KILKENNY AND THE CICTERCIAN JERPOINT ABBEY. THE SITE CONTAINS THE STANDING REMAINS OF ST. NICHOLAS'S CHURCH AND A DOMESTIC TOWER, PLUS A FINE 14th CENTURY MEDIEVAL TOMB OF ST. NICHOLAS (BISHOP OF MYRA)."ONE OF IRELANDS'S BEST EXAMPLE OF A DESERTED 12th CENTURY MEDIEVAL TOWN" A QUOTE FROM HE HERITAGE COUNCIL OF IRELAND EXPERIENCE THE SPECIAL AMBIENCE OF THE HOUSE AND GROUNDS, WHERE YOU CAN RELAX AND ENJOY THE SPECTACULAR SETTING, WHERE DELICIOUS HOMEMADE DELIGHTS ARE SERVED IN OUR TEA ROOMS TO VALUED GUESTS, ENJOY THE SUPERB PRIVATE FISHERY ON THE ESTATE, WHERE SALMON & BROWN TROUT HAVE BEEN FISHED FOR CENTURIES ON THE RIVER NORE. WHETHER YOU COME ON YOUR OWN OR WITH YOUR CHILDREN, THERE IS AN ACTIVITY FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY, A MAGICAL RIDE IN A PONY & TRAP. SHEEP DOG DEMONSTRATIONS AND FUN & ADVENTURE FOR KIDS IN THE GARDEN. LOOKING FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO JERPOINT PARK. JOE & MAEVE « less
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Auckland, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The wind was bitter but the guide interesting and explained everything. Loved the carvings.

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Uxbridge, Massachusetts
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Jerpoint Park is a trip through the Ireland you always wanted to see. My extended family had the most memorable few hours visiting Jerpoint Park. Joe, the owner of this most beautiful Irish property gave us a guided tour of the lost village of Newtown, St. Nicholas's church and tomb. Joe provides an educational and engaging tour of his property,... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

We were in search of a hot cup of tea and scones on a cold early May day and found a unique afternoon tea experience. LIke having tea with a friend and a beautiful, historic setting. It is fantastic to see the remains of the medieval village being maintained and opened up to the public in such an interesting way.... More

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carlow
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

I visited Jerpoint Park last weekend and thought it was a fantastic hidden gem. My sister and i were driving around looking for somewhere nice to have a cuppa and came across this truly charming old house and farm, which has been loving restored by owners Maeve and Joe. The house is a stunning old building and the history attached... More

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Carlow, Carlow, Ireland
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

An afternoon spent in Jerpoint Park with the O'Connell family (and their menagerie of course) was like a magical visit to long-lost relatives. Joe, Maeve, Annabelle and Nicholas have lovingly restorted Belmore House and farm as a labour of pure, unabashed love. It is heartening in these time of grab and profit to find people who have decided to share... More

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Exeter
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

We were looking for a cup of tea and found so much more! Whilst it is in its early stages, it is a really interesting place for anyone who loves Chistmas, history, horses, geese, tranquility and a good chat! Joe & Maeve's welcome and enthusiasm lifted our weary spirits. Well worth a visit and so close to Jerpoint Abbey and... More

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Kells, Kilkenny, Ireland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
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I had a really great afternoon in Jerpoint Park. Joe and Maeve are superb tour guides and hosts and all my family Mum, Dad, and kids (aged 9 to 3 years old) enjoyed the fantastic story and tomb of St Nicholas and the remarkable tour of the lost medieval town of Jerpoint. I have seen many historical sites in Ireland... More

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Surrey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

The park is still in it's early stages but is an interesting place to visit, the term park is slightly misleading as it is a ruined village (mostly hidden under the fields) with a ruined church which has the grave of St Nicholas. You do get guided around by the owner which helps see the hidden buildings and roads. Worth... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012
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My husband and I were delighted to discover this lovely park after our visit to nearby Jerpoint Abbey. We sought it out after my Christmas-enthusiast husband found out that St. Nick's relic may be there! The owner, Joe, along with his sweet lab Percy, gave us an educational and wonderful historic tour of everything we wanted to see, took photos... More

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Dublin, Ireland
1 review
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012
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ok so we went in january - not exactly the best time of year to visit but we were in kilkenny and wanted to do some outdoor activities. we were given a 5 minute explanation of the history, charged €5 per person to visit the site which took all of 5 minutes and that was it! to think that we... More

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