• Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd August, 3 – 7pm FREE ENTRY

• Organised by Kildorrery Historical Society in conjunction with National Heritage Week 2026

• Nearby Eircode: P67X886. Car parking at end of avenue. 5 minutes walk to church and graveyard. Proper footwear necessary for touring the graveyard.

• Contact 086 127 4320 to arrange to drive to location if necessary.

• Contact 086 127 4320 / brendahennessykdy@gmail.com for enquiries.

FB group: kildorreryhistory

Kildorrery GAA, Ladies Football & Camogie Club together with our main sponsor Mitchelstown Credit Union present the 2026 Golf Classic in Mitchelstown Golf Club.

• Thu 20th & Fri 21st August 2026

• €180 for a Three Person Team (includes a meal after) with prizes for both GUI and non-GUI golfers. Open to all levels.

• Sponsor a Teebox or Green for €100

To register and book a tee time: Ned Dwane 087 617 3555 / Liam O'Sullivan 086 411 2888

Card Payment - https://kildorrerygaa.swoofee.com

Bank Transfer - IBAN: IE70BOFI90294421323300 / BIC: BOFIIE2D

Sunday 13th September

This year’s run will be in aid of Blood Bike South Volunteer Riders. Raffle tickets are available from the club at €2 per ticket or book of 3 for €5.

1st prize: €150, 2nd prize: €100, 3rd prize: €50

FB: Funcheon Vintage Club

CE VACANCIES (19.5 hours per week)

• Caretaker: Kildorrery and Glanworth GAA

• Caretaker: Glanworth and Ballindangan Community Halls

• Tidy Towns Workers: Kildorrery and Glanworth

If you are over 50 and in receipt of Jobseekers Benefit Credits Only(JBCO) or Jobseekers Benefit (JB) for 12 months or more you can apply for CE Scheme. If you have any queries or know someone that would like to work part time contact Trish 022-25777 tcollins@rockmillscescheme.ie

KILDORRERY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Currently on summer break. We had our annual day out on Wed 22nd July - brunch at Barron’s Bakery in Cappoquin, a look around Villierstown Pier and Dromana Gate with our guide Christy Roche and a guided tour of Dromana House and gardens by the owners. It was the perfect sunny day to be out exploring. Meetings will start back on Thu 3rd Sep and every first Thursday of the month thereafter at No 10. Oaklawn at 8pm. Everyone welcome to share stories of Kildorrery's history. Join FB group: kildorreryhistory

KILDORRERY CRAFT & CHAT GROUP

Currently on summer break. Will be back on 10th Sep and every Thursday 2pm at No. 10 Oaklawn thereafter, to work on creative and thrifty projects, sourcing recycling materials from charity shops, nature walks or preloved household items and making blankets for cancer patients. Contact the office if interested.

KILDORRERY COMMUNITY GARDEN

Grows a huge variety of fruits and vegetables, herbs and flowers. The garden's composting system provides compost and leaf mould for use in the garden. Membership to the garden is €25 per plot. Sign up at any stage for a plot by contacting the office.

KILDORRERY COMMUNITY LOTTO

Jackpot details are on our social media pages. Tickets cost €2 and are on sale in all local outlets and in the Community Office. Draws are held every Thursday in the Community Office at 4pm. Results in usual outlets, on WhatsApp and FB: kildorrery

KILDORRERY COMMUNITY BINGO

Every Friday night at 8pm in The Store Hall, Creamery Yard, with lots of cash prizes. Kildorrery Bingo is a joint venture between the Community Development and Kildorrery GAA, with all proceeds going towards their projects. New volunteers always welcome. Check FB: kildorrery for updates/changes.

KILDORRERY GAA LOTTO

Jackpot details are on our social media pages. Tickets are on sale in all local outlets and online at smartlotto.ie/kildorrery. Draws take place fortnightly on Mondays at 8pm in the GAA Clubhouse. Results in local outlets, FB: kdygaa, IG: kdygaaclub, kildorrerygaa.com

Whether you've lived here all your life, or you're one of Kildorrery's newest neighbours, there's something we all share: a love for this little village perched between the Ballyhoura and Galtee mountains.

From our proud history (yes, we gave the world Cow & Gate!) to modern gems like the Thatch & Thyme, Kildorrery has always punched above its weight.

But here's the thing: villages don't run on magic. The Christmas Market doesn't pop up out of nowhere, the Bingo tables don't set themselves, and the Village Park didn't appear thanks to a sprinkle of fairy dust. They all exist because local people rolled up their sleeves, pitched in, and brought them to life.

WHY WE NEED YOU

Small rural communities like ours can't just sit back and wait for government or councils to provide everything anymore. If we want great facilities, buzzing events, and a thriving, future-proofed village, we need to make it happen. That means pride of place, a sense of ownership, and working together.

The Kildorrery Community Development, going strong for over 35 years, has already delivered some incredible projects of which below are just a few:

• Built Oaklawn, a social housing development

• Turned The Old Store into a thriving community hub

• Created the Village Park and lit walkway

• Secured land and developed a much-needed Community Car Park

• Purchased and restored the thatch building on Main Street, now home to the Community Office and Thatch & Thyme Restaurant

• Built a Community Garden

• Supported TidyTowns with landscaping and upkeep projects

• Children's Playground and further development of a new playground in the Village Park  

• Provided an umbrella for groups like TidyTowns, Drama, Bingo etc.

• Organised festivals, cottage markets, bingo in conjunction with the GAA, the Lotto and much more!

But the list isn't finished. The work continues and that's where new faces, fresh ideas, and extra energy are vital.

YOUR SKILLS, OUR FUTURE

Community development isn't about having the right tool shed or a degree in engineering - it's about people. No matter how big or small your contribution, every effort helps keep Kildorrery thriving. Everyone has something to offer:

• If you're… A great communicator

  • You could help with...Flyers, social media, chatting to councils, businesses

• If you're…Good with numbers

  • You could help with... Grant applications, budgets, fundraising

• If you're…Creative or handy

  • You could help with... Painting, designing layouts, light maintenance

• If you're…A natural organiser

  • You could help with... Planning events, coordinating volunteers

• If you're… Just happy to show up

  • You could help with... Moving stuff, tidying up, serving tea, cheering on the team

WHY GET INVOLVED?

Getting involved isn't just about ticking boxes, it's about making your mark. Here's what you'll gain:

• Social Connection - Meet your neighbours, make new friends, and feel part of something bigger.

• Real Impact - Turn your ideas into actual projects and watch them take shape.

• Pride Of Place - Protect our heritage while ensuring Kildorrery keeps pace with modern needs.

• Legacy - Leave something lasting for your children, grandchildren, and future generations.

• Fun! - There's laughter, camaraderie and that unbeatable feeling when you walk through the village and say, "I helped make that happen."

WHAT'S NEXT?

It's really simple. Just stop saying, "Someone should do something about that" and start asking yourself "How can l help?" and turn up at the next Community Development meeting. Listen in, see what's happening, and if a project excites you, jump in!

You don't need to give endless hours. Even a little time here and there can mean the difference between an idea gathering dust or a project becoming reality. So let's keep Kildorrery buzzing, beautiful, and full of life. Let's build, plant, paint, laugh, organise, and celebrate together.

BE THE CHANGE. ENJOY THE COMMUNITY SPIRIT!