Paddy's Bar

View prices & book 9.3 12 reviews
Aerial view of the site
Aerial view of the site
Paddy's bar on a sunny day
Paddy's bar exterior
Hardstanding motorhome pitch
Soft play area
Soft play area next to the bar
Soft play area
Pool table at the bar
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Paddy's bar on a sunny day
Paddy's bar exterior
Hardstanding motorhome pitch

  • Motorhome/campervan pitches outside a friendly Co.Kilkenny pub
  • Licketstown 20 minutes' walk away; 15 mins' drive to Waterford city
  • Great-value food available on site; soft play centre next door
Which of you is going to drive home after you’ve had a good feed – and perhaps a drink or few – at Paddy’s Bar? Well, no one… because this is a pub where you can park your campervan or motorhome outside and dispense with any arguments about whose turn it is to be designated driver. This isn’t a campsite as such, so it’s not suitable for caravans or tents. Motorhomes and campervans, however, are welcome to park up here, and will have access to basic facilities including drinking water and pub toilets. The pub is open for food from Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday), with a good-value menu that focuses on local produce as much as possible. There’s a pool table for a bit of entertainment too, and a soft play centre next door where the kids can let off a bit of steam. The portions at the pub are known for being generous, so you’ll want to work up an appetite – perhaps with a walk to Licketstown (the oldest village in Ireland) from the site, or a hike elsewhere in the Co. Kilkenny countryside. Waterford city is close by too (15 minutes’ drive) or you can head up the motorway and get to Kilkenny city in a little over half an hour. Both cities have plenty of places to pick up food (for your breakfasts or picnics perhaps), but it’s handy to know there’s also a good village shop about a mile from the pub.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 6
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 12 Pitchup.com customers

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Great Stop

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William R.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Mainly level site to the rear of the pub. No issue with access. Friendly staff and a cracking pint of Guinness. Food was good and reasonably priced. Quiet overnight.

It's a pub car park... you get what it says on the tin...

Overall 7/10

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Craig H.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Cheap, quiet, nice pub

Disliked Nothing

Easy to find. Great food and friendly staff.…

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Anonymous

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Easy to find. Great food and friendly staff.

Exceptional food . Friendly staff . Perfect campervan stop over

Overall 10/10

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Michelle W.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked The food was exceptional . The service was very good . Friendly staff . For 12 euros a night its is perfect stop over in a campervan / motorhome. The area for campervan spaces is clearly marked .

Disliked Nothing

Easy to get in, lots of space.…

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Anonymous

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Easy to get in, lots of space.

Disliked Was not level.

The parking spot offers fresh water and a waste water area. The…

Overall 8/10

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Laura G.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked The parking spot offers fresh water and a waste water area. The pub was open and it was nice to have a drink inside. It‘s quite close to the road but the village is so small, it can feel you a bit spooky (perfect fo this season).

Easy to find and lovely food.

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Debra D.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Easy to park and friendly staff. The Guinness was very enjoyable too!

Good stopover

Overall 10/10

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Robert S.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Very friendly and welcoming are in the pub and food was lovely and dog friendly

Great place for a stop in Motorhome

Overall 10/10

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Alison W.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Enjoyed our stay here, good food, friendly staff and customers

Needed site close to Watford. Convenient. Suitable.

Overall 10/10

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Heather C.

Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Pleasant staff. Explained all details of stay. Enjoyed our 1st meal in Ireland at Paddy's Bar. Staff were attentive and friendly. Meat and Guinness pie delicious and tasty. Overnight stay in carpark quiet.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pub campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Paddy's Bar

Carrigeen Cross

Carrigeen

Co. Kilkenny

Republic of Ireland

X91 CK79

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.27112°N
7.21576°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The area around the pub holds all sorts of historic interest, including the traditional cottages of Licketstown (two minutes’ drive/ 20 minutes’ walk), 800 years of history at Curraghmore House & Gardens (25 minutes’ drive) and ancient sites like the Knockroe Passage Tomb (half an hour). There’s plenty of lovely scenery to explore too – perhaps with a walk on the Tory Hill Loop (15 minutes to the trailhead) or to Poulanassy Waterfall (15 minutes). You could also take a day on the Comeragh Drive, which takes you to some of the top spots along the coast and inland (Dungarvan, 40 minutes away, is a good place to start). After all those rural experiences, head into Waterford city (15 minutes) for a day exploring the Viking Triangle, visiting the Medieval Museum and taking a tour of House of Waterford Crystal. You could also set off from here to bike along some of the Waterford Greenway path, which runs for 46 kilometres along an old railway line.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Tramore Beach 8.4 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bunmahon Beach 11.2 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodN/A
Dunmore Strand, Dunmore East 12.4 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore East 12.4 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Duncannon 12.5 mi Estuary N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Paddy's Bar have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Paddy's Bar dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Paddy's Bar? The area around the pub holds all sorts of historic interest, including the traditional cottages of Licketstown (two minutes’ drive/ 20 minutes’ walk), 800 years of history at Curraghmore House & Gardens … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Paddy's Bar?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Paddy's Bar? From £10.43 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.