St Marys Cathedral - Kilkenny, Ireland. - This Old Church on Waymarking.com

St. Mary’s Cathedral has a Gothic Revival architecture which dominates the landscape of Kilkenny, its great tower being visible from all approaches to the city. It stands as a reminder of the faith and growing confidence of a far off generation.

Saint Mary’s was designed by William Deane Butler. He was chosen by Bishop William Kinsella who instigated the building of St. Mary’s in February 1842. Taking 15 years from inception to dedication on October 4, 1857.

Mass Times:

Sunday & Holy Days Vigil Mass - Saturday 5.40pm (Capuchin Friary)
6.10pm (Black Abbey)
Sunday 10.00am, 11.00am, 5.30pm (The Cathedral)
Holy Days 10am (The Catherdral)
Monday - Saturday 9.00am Cathedral
Sacrament of Reconciliation First Saturday of the Month in the Cathedral or by appointment
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Monday - Friday 9.30am - 10.30am
Monday - 12.30am - 2.30pm

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Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 10/04/1857 Age of Church building determined by?: Church website If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Roman Catholic If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 9:00 AM Street address of Church: James’s Street, Kilkenny, Ireland. Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link] If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed

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