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

RV sites 6
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • This park 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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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

This pub car park stopover gets great reviews for friendly staff, tasty food, and good value drinks, especially Guinness. Pitches are usually level & quiet, with water & waste. Many found it a handy, ideal stop, especially for travel. A meal at the pub could even waive the pitch fee!

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William R.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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

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7 out of 10
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Craig H.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Cheap, quiet, nice pub

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy to find. Great food and friendly staff.…

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Anonymous

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Easy to find. Great food and friendly staff.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Exceptional food . Friendly staff . Perfect campervan stop over

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Michelle W.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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

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Easy to get in, lots of space.…

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Anonymous

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

Liked Easy to get in, lots of space.

Disliked Was not level.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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

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8 out of 10
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Wifi
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Laura G.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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).

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Easy to find and lovely food.

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Debra D.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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

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Good stopover

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10 out of 10
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Robert S.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place for a stop in Motorhome

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Alison W.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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

Recommend to friends Visit again

Needed site close to Watford. Convenient. Suitable.

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Heather C.

Primitive cement/asphalt RV campsite

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.

Disliked Nil

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Pub campground Tiny (1-10 sites)

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 13.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bunmahon Beach 18 km Sea GoodGoodGoodN/A
Dunmore Strand, Dunmore East 19.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Counsellors' Strand, Dunmore East 20 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Duncannon 20 km Estuary N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Nearest sites

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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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Paddy's Bar? From $19.19 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.