Templemore Tidy Towns has continued to work unstintingly over several decades to ensure that our town is pleasant for natives and visitors alike. The appearance of our town has greatly improved over the years, thanks to the work of the members giving voluntarily of their time, along with assistance from our council workers, Fás and […]
An old Greek proverb states that “Society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” With the current hikes in fossil fuel prices more and more of us are talking about finding sustainable energy choices for our homes and businesses. Many challenges to this action exist .. Who does […]
The Lions Club was formed in June1993. It is basically a charitable organisation whose motto is “To Serve”.We have a membership of approx. 25 people from all walks of society and we meet on a monthly basis on Tuesday nights in Templemore Arms Hotel. We organise various fundraising ventures during the year and the money […]
When a decision was taken by the Sean Lemass led government in the early 1960’s to relocate the Garda Training College to McCan Barracks in Templemore as part of its decentralisation policy, there was great excitement amongst the business community as the announcement was set to have a great impact on the local economy. Templemore […]
By John Reynolds – The Victorian eraThe Garda Síochána College was originally constructed as Richmond barracks in 1815 on a fifty-seven acre site owned by Sir John Craven Carden (1757-1820) and when completed was one of the largest barracks in Ireland with accommodation for ‘54 officers, 1500 men and 30 horses, a hospital for 80 […]
The JK Brackens GAA club was formed in 1992 following an amalgamation process between Templemore Eire Og, Clonmore and Killea. All three clubs voted in favour of the initial agreement, with an opt out clause after five years. In 1997 the Killea club triggered that clause with Eire Og and Clonmore voting to carry on. […]
In 2021 on a Friday evening, the 24th September A large gathering of Club Members, Captains, Presidents and supporters gathered to witness the unveiling of a commemoration Plaque, by Pat Costello who chaired the first club meeting on 28th. September 1971. Pat was Captain in 1984 and President in 1986. Pat gave a historical speech […]
Founded in 1976 Templemore Athletic Club caters for athletes of all ages and abilities. From the ultra competitive to those who just wish to keep fit we have the programme to suit your needs. The club also caters for those with special needs. How much does it cost to use the track ? €2 per […]
We would like to take a moment to share with you three beautiful contributions from close friends, neighbours and colleagues of the late Sr Helen (Lillie) Kennedy. They were touched, moved and inspired by Sr Helen and her ministry as a Mercy Sister in our town of Templemore. They give a wonderful insight into the […]
We are a community services centre providing a Day Centre, Community Social Work Service and Preschool to the community of Templemore, Co. Tipperary, and surrounding areas.The Templemore Community Services Centre is a charitable organisation, and was first established in 1979 to meet the needs of the people of Templemore and the surrounding areas.The centre on […]