Aghaviller Round Tower

About this place

Aghaviller (Irish: Áth an Bhiolair, meaning 'field of the watercress') is the site of a church and round tower in County Kilkenny, Ireland. It is a protected national monument. Aghaviller gives its name to the wider townland, civil parish, and electoral district. Located south of Kilkenny, about 12 kilometres southwest of Thomastown near Knocktopher.

Visitor Information

Accessibility

Not accessible

Heritage status

Protected Heritage Site

Getting There & Parking

Aghaviller Round Tower is located in County Kilkenny, roughly 121 km (1h 45m drive) from Limerick and 153 km (2h 15m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 71 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Newmarket Portal tomb (0.7 km away).