Free walking trails to commemorate famous Kildare historical event
The Clongorey Evictions took place between 1883 and 1892
A series of walking trails will commemorate a famous County Kildare historical event.
‘Walk The Story of the Clongorey Evictions’, which is free of charge, is a series of walking trails which will examine the Clongorey Evictions, which were a series of brutal land clearances that occurred between 1883 and 1892.
Attendees will be brought to key locations where the infamous evictions occurred.
According to the organisers, those who embark on this five kilometre trail can expect a ‘fascinating’ and ‘thought-provoking experience’.
‘Walk The Story of the Clongorey Evictions’ is part of the June Fest 2026 celebrations in Newbridge.
The first trail will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 and will start at Barretstown Farmhouse in Barretstown.
Booking via Eventbrite.