The Annual Craft Fair
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Knockanore Area Notes 30-10-2026
Parish of Knockanore, Kilwatermoy & Glendine
REMAINING NOVEMBER LIST OF THE DEAD MASSES 2026
Masses will be celebrated as follows:
KILWATERMOY
Friday, 6 November — 7.30 pm
Saturday, 7 November — 7.30 pm
KNOCKANORE
Monday, 2 November — 7.30 pm
Tuesday, 3 November — 7.30 pm
Wednesday, 4 November — 7.30 pm
GLENDINE
Sunday, 1 November — 10.00 am
Thursday, 5 November — 7.30 pm
Sunday, 8 November — 10.00 am
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KGK Heritage and Historical Society News
The Annual Craft Fair is Knockanore is fast approaching (Sunday November 15th from 12 Noon to 5pm.)
Put in your diary, and if you wish to book a space, please contact Niall O’Brien, as soon as possible.
[email protected]
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KNOCKANORE REPRESENTED AT HERITAGE AWARDS IN THE RDS
Congratulations to Lynn Shead of Nature’s Alchemy, Knockanore, on winning the County Waterford Award for National Heritage Week and representing the county at the prestigious Heritage Awards Ceremony, held at the RDS in Dublin.
Lynn received this well-deserved recognition for her fascinating project entitled “THE PLANTS OUR GRANDPARENTS KNEW”, which celebrates the traditional knowledge of plants, herbs and their many uses, passed down through generations.
The project highlights an important part of our rural heritage, recalling a time when our grandparents possessed a remarkable understanding of the plants growing in our fields, hedgerows and gardens. Long before modern conveniences became part of everyday life, this knowledge played an important role in the home and in the wider community.
Such traditions form a valuable part of our cultural inheritance, and projects like Lynn's help ensure that the knowledge and wisdom of earlier generations are not forgotten.
It is a wonderful achievement for Lynn personally and a source of great pride for the Knockanore community to see a local project receiving recognition at national level.
Well done, Lynn, on this richly deserved honour, and congratulations on helping to keep our local heritage alive for future generations. (See photos)
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SPIKE ISLAND TALK ATTRACTS APPRECIATIVE AUDIENCE
There was a very good turnout for last Thursday evening’s fascinating talk on the history of Spike Island, in the Sports Hall Knockanore, delivered by well-known historian and speaker John Crotty.
John enthralled his audience with a lively and informative account of the island’s remarkable history, tracing its development over the centuries from an early monastic settlement to a formidable military fortress, later a prison, and eventually one of Ireland’s most interesting historical and heritage attractions.
Situated in the heart of Cork Harbour, Spike Island has played an important role in Irish history for generations. Its story encompasses religious life, military defence, imprisonment, hardship and social change, reflecting many of the major events that shaped Ireland over the centuries.
Of particular interest to the audience were the many connections between Spike Island and the communities of West Waterford and East Cork. These local links brought an added dimension to the talk, demonstrating how the history of this famous island is closely intertwined with that of our own region.
John’s extensive knowledge of the subject, combined with his engaging presentation and gift for storytelling, made for a most enjoyable and educational evening. His account brought to life the people, events and changing fortunes of an island that has witnessed so much of Ireland’s past.
The evening was a wonderful reminder of the importance of preserving and sharing our local and national heritage. Sincere thanks to John Crotty for a thoroughly interesting presentation, and to everyone who attended and helped make the occasion such a success.
Among the most fascinating historical connections is the island’s association with St Carthage, or St Mochuda, whose name is so closely linked with Lismore. The early religious history of Spike Island provides yet another reminder of the longstanding historical ties between Cork Harbour and the Blackwater Valley. (See photos)
Parish of Knockanore, Kilwatermoy & Glendine
REMAINING NOVEMBER LIST OF THE DEAD MASSES 2026
Masses will be celebrated as follows:
KILWATERMOY
Friday, 6 November — 7.30 pm
Saturday, 7 November — 7.30 pm
KNOCKANORE
Monday, 2 November — 7.30 pm
Tuesday, 3 November — 7.30 pm
Wednesday, 4 November — 7.30 pm
GLENDINE
Sunday, 1 November — 10.00 am
Thursday, 5 November — 7.30 pm
Sunday, 8 November — 10.00 am
_______________________________________________
KGK Heritage and Historical Society News
The Annual Craft Fair is Knockanore is fast approaching (Sunday November 15th from 12 Noon to 5pm.)
Put in your diary, and if you wish to book a space, please contact Niall O’Brien, as soon as possible.
[email protected]
_________________________________________________________________________________
KNOCKANORE REPRESENTED AT HERITAGE AWARDS IN THE RDS
Congratulations to Lynn Shead of Nature’s Alchemy, Knockanore, on winning the County Waterford Award for National Heritage Week and representing the county at the prestigious Heritage Awards Ceremony, held at the RDS in Dublin.
Lynn received this well-deserved recognition for her fascinating project entitled “THE PLANTS OUR GRANDPARENTS KNEW”, which celebrates the traditional knowledge of plants, herbs and their many uses, passed down through generations.
The project highlights an important part of our rural heritage, recalling a time when our grandparents possessed a remarkable understanding of the plants growing in our fields, hedgerows and gardens. Long before modern conveniences became part of everyday life, this knowledge played an important role in the home and in the wider community.
Such traditions form a valuable part of our cultural inheritance, and projects like Lynn's help ensure that the knowledge and wisdom of earlier generations are not forgotten.
It is a wonderful achievement for Lynn personally and a source of great pride for the Knockanore community to see a local project receiving recognition at national level.
Well done, Lynn, on this richly deserved honour, and congratulations on helping to keep our local heritage alive for future generations. (See photos)
__________________________________________________________________________________
SPIKE ISLAND TALK ATTRACTS APPRECIATIVE AUDIENCE
There was a very good turnout for last Thursday evening’s fascinating talk on the history of Spike Island, in the Sports Hall Knockanore, delivered by well-known historian and speaker John Crotty.
John enthralled his audience with a lively and informative account of the island’s remarkable history, tracing its development over the centuries from an early monastic settlement to a formidable military fortress, later a prison, and eventually one of Ireland’s most interesting historical and heritage attractions.
Situated in the heart of Cork Harbour, Spike Island has played an important role in Irish history for generations. Its story encompasses religious life, military defence, imprisonment, hardship and social change, reflecting many of the major events that shaped Ireland over the centuries.
Of particular interest to the audience were the many connections between Spike Island and the communities of West Waterford and East Cork. These local links brought an added dimension to the talk, demonstrating how the history of this famous island is closely intertwined with that of our own region.
John’s extensive knowledge of the subject, combined with his engaging presentation and gift for storytelling, made for a most enjoyable and educational evening. His account brought to life the people, events and changing fortunes of an island that has witnessed so much of Ireland’s past.
The evening was a wonderful reminder of the importance of preserving and sharing our local and national heritage. Sincere thanks to John Crotty for a thoroughly interesting presentation, and to everyone who attended and helped make the occasion such a success.
Among the most fascinating historical connections is the island’s association with St Carthage, or St Mochuda, whose name is so closely linked with Lismore. The early religious history of Spike Island provides yet another reminder of the longstanding historical ties between Cork Harbour and the Blackwater Valley. (See photos)
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Knockanore, Co. Waterford, Tallow, Ireland P51HX92, Waterford, Ireland
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