HERITAGE CENTRE – TOURIST OFFICE

Open all year round to visitors. The Heritage Centre houses the Failte Ireland approved Visitor Information Point where knowledgeable staff are available to offer advice on the many tourist attractions in the area. The Heritage Centre is situated within the heart of Carrick-on-Suir, off Main Street with rear access from Town Wall. It stands on the site of the original 13th century church and exhibits local memorabilia and artefacts. The grounds hold an interesting array of headstone, including a memorial to Thomas Butler (died 1604) , an illegitimate son of Thomas , 10th Earl Of Ormond. A local Farmers Market is held every Friday at the grounds where local produce is available. Items on display include the Butler Silver church plate collection from the 17th century, & the Sonny Cash photographic exhibition – photos of Carrick On Suir & the surrounding areas from 1902 to 1917.