In Kilmurry, the lime kiln and church windows are in the village; Craggaunowen lies to the north, while trails in the 12 O'Clock Hills are to the east. This distinction in location helps you plan a stay that balances local history with walking.

Lime Kiln and Stained-Glass Windows in the Village

The Kilmurry Lime Kiln is a 19th-century lime kiln. Conservation work has made it an accessible heritage attraction for the local community. If you plan to visit, check the current visiting arrangements in advance.

St Mary's Catholic Church in Kilmurry has two stained-glass windows by Watsons of Youghal: The Nativity and The Home at Nazareth. Both were installed in 1924–25. Together with the lime kiln, the windows represent two different periods in the area's heritage: the 19th-century lime kiln and the works dating from 1924–25.

Craggaunowen North of Kilmurry

Craggaunowen, a prehistoric park, lies about 5 km north of Kilmurry. Its features include a reconstructed crannóg, a ringfort, an ancient cooking site and 15th-century Craggaunowen Castle. Extensive outdoor areas, rare animal breeds and discovery trails add nature and outdoor activities to the heritage experience. If you plan a visit to Craggaunowen, check the current visiting arrangements in advance.

Walking Trails and Scenery Nearby

East of Kilmurry, the 12 O'Clock Hills offer three fully marked walking trails for independent navigation. The East Clare Way connects with the hill trails. The East Clare Way is a 180-kilometre regional circular route through the hills and valleys of East Clare and along the River Shannon and Lough Derg. The three marked trails and the long circular route offer different scales of walking; the East Clare Way is a regional route and is not limited to Kilmurry.

The trails in the 12 O'Clock Hills pass through the surrounding area, taking in lakes, bogland, forests and castles such as Ballycullen Castle. The nearby sister lakes Rosroe and Fenloe, also known as Fin Lough, are part of the area too. They are popular with birdwatchers, offering a different connection with nature from the marked walking trails.

County Clare in the Wider Context

At the wider County Clare level, there are other landscape and cultural highlights. The Cliffs of Moher rise to over 700 feet at O’Brien’s Tower and extend for almost 14 kilometres along the Clare coast. The visitor facilities include 800 metres of paved paths and viewpoints, including access to O’Brien’s Tower. Visitors can explore walking trails in Burren National Park. These destinations add coastal and parkland scenery to the picture of County Clare; Kilmurry's own local highlights are the lime kiln and church windows.

Finding Your Way Around the Village

Kilmurry is on the R462 between Sixmilebridge and Kilkishen. The village centre is where five roads meet, providing a clear reference point for the village's road layout. The Pumphouse Bar is also in Kilmurry and is a suitable stop for refreshments. As a business's status can change, check whether it is currently open before making plans.

If you're looking for a holiday rental in Kilmurry, you can choose based on your interests: heritage in the village, Craggaunowen to the north, or trails and scenery nearby. The distances and directions given help distinguish these places geographically without suggesting a fixed itinerary.

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For the wider travel guide: County Clare.