About Castlecomer

Castlecomer, as the second largest town in the county is primarily a market and services centre for a surrounding hinterland. Sir Christopher Wandesforde who also constructed Castlecomer Demesne laid out the town in the 17th century. The town developed from wealth generated from the mining resources of the immediate area. The town acts as a principal market town for North Kilkenny.

The town has a large number of very high quality buildings, some dating from the 1640’s and others from the 18th and 19th Centuries. A number of buildings of high architectural quality are listed for preservation. Much of its history has laid firm foundations for renewed growth in industry and tourism. This will ensure that a high amenity environment continues to improve and attract incoming business and tourists.

One of the main advantages to Castlecomer apart from location is the value for money attainable. Castlecomer offers more cost effective proposition for businesses looking to locate in the area other than Kilkenny City or Carlow, without having to compromise on the excellence of the location. Industries such as precision engineering, steel fabrication, and brick manufacture are rooted in the town adding attractive prospects for new business.

Advantages of locating your business in Castlecomer

Location

Castlecomer is ideally situated 18km NE of Kilkenny City on the main Dublin – Waterford road.

Kilkenny 15 minutes
Dublin 60 minutes (approx)
Portlaoise 25 minutes
Carlow 20 minutes
Waterford 50 minutes
Rosslare 90 minutes
Thurles 45 minutes

Access

By Car: N78 Dublin to Waterford via Athy
By Bus: Bus Eireann, JJ Kavanagh & Sons and Local Bus operators
By Rail: Kilkenny and local rail links Bus
By Air: Dublin Airport – Daily flights to all European and selected US Cities
Waterford Regional – Flights to the UK
By Port: Dun Laoghaire & Rosslare (Services are operated from these ports to Britain and France)

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