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Major blow as award-winning Kilkenny tourist attraction set to close

One of Kilkenny's top and much-loved tourist attractions looks set to close. It is understood that The Smithwick's Experience will not re-open post pandemic. An official statement is expected by Diageo shortly making the shock announcement.

29 Apr 2021 at 16:13

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Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny will be rocking for Savour Kilkenny Festival

Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny is preparing for a bumper Savour Bank Holiday Weekend and its Barrel Yard is the place to be on Saturday and Sunday evening for live music and great street food, prepared on-site. Smithwick’s is one of Savour ...

24 Oct 2024 at 23:02

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Stellar lineup announced for 26th Kilkenny Roots Festival

A stellar lineup of acts was announced for the 26th Kilkenny Roots Festival at the launch this evening at the Smithwick’s Experience venue. The festival will celebrate its 26th year from May 3 to 6 with incredible acts From the USA, UK, ...

04 Apr 2024 at 19:57

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'Unique offering' of events to take place at six tourist attractions in Kilkenny

Six Kilkenny tourist attractions are keeping their doors open later as part of a night-time economy pilot initiative during June, July and August. The Six After 6 summer series will see each of the attractions hosting a number of ...

26 May 2025 at 12:38

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Diageo agree to meet Kilkenny County Council over future of Smithwick's Experience

Trojan efforts are being made to save the award-winning tourist attraction, The Smithwick's Experience, from closing with public representatives, the business community and the wider community all calling for a solution to be ...

10 May 2021 at 15:27

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Mayor calls for consultation to save the Kilkenny Smithwick's Experience

Mayor of Kilkenny City John Coonan is calling on Diageo to engage with the local authority on how to save the Smithwick's Experience following the shock announcement of its closure this afternoon. The award-winning tourist ...

29 Apr 2021 at 20:20

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Kilkenny councillors exploring all options in a bid to save 'Experience'

Kilkenny city councillors have taken a unified approach to explore all options in a bid to save Kilkenny’s brewing heritage after talks with Diageo ended in a stalemate. At last week’s City Municipal District meeting Cllr ...

19 May 2021 at 11:29

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BREAKING: Diageo commit to exploring Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny reopening options

Following a meeting with the publicans and hoteliers of Kilkenny today, Diageo have agreed to explore a range of options in a bid to keep Kilkenny's Smithwick's Experience operational. Vintners and local representatives ...

28 May 2021 at 18:30

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Iconic Kilkenny venue prepares for a summer of live music and entertainment

The iconic Barrel Yard at Smithwick’s Experience Kilkenny will be alive with the sound of live music as its vibrant weekend sessions featuring top local talent continues every weekend, through to September. Over 25 ...

20 Jun 2025 at 20:30

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'Unique offering' of events to take place at six tourist attractions in Kilkenny

30 May 2025 at 17:06

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Smithwick's Experience in Kilkenny has plenty to celebrate

The Smithwick’s Experience in the heart of Kilkenny City is enjoying well-deserved success with a new premium tour, a prestigious award and a fantastic lineup of live music at its stunning outdoor venue ...

01 Jun 2024 at 08:40

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BREAKING: Smithwick's Experience Kilkenny saved! Diageo confirm re-opening plans

Diageo have confirmed that their plan is to have the Smithwick’s Experience re-opened in 2022. Company representatives made their re-opening intentions clear in a productive meeting with key local ...

12 Oct 2021 at 11:48

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