
Demonstration and Hill Walk on Brandon Hill
1. A short walk to an ancient 'Moated Site' on Brandon Hill with a demonstration by an OPW stone mason of the 'plug & feather' technique of boulder splitting that took place at the site in past times. (about 90 minutes).
2. A further (optional) hillwalk (about 3 hours) to visit Brandon Hill summit and other archaeological/historical field monuments.
Required: Suitable footwear for rough terrain; food/drink for the time outdoors.
Meet:
Old Cinema, Gaol Rd., Kilkenny. (11.00 am); or
Car Park A; Deerpark, Brandon Hill (11.45am); or
Other locations by arrangement.
The second part is not suitable for very young children.
'Car pooling' from Old Cinema to Deerpark Car Park on Brandon Hill.