No 'greening' of Nenagh Castle

The Office of Public Works (OPW) in association with Fáilte Ireland and the St. Patrick’s Festival Organisation is delighted to announce details of the ‘greening’ of heritage sites and State buildings for the duration of the 2021 St Patrick’s Festival.

Three 'greenings' are planned in Tipperary but Nenagh Castle is not included in the list this year. The St Patrick’s Festival celebrates St Patrick’s Day both nationally and internationally. It has gone from strength to strength with signification notable worldwide landmark buildings being illuminated in green to promote this celebration. This year the theme of the Festival is ‘Dúisigh Éire! Awaken Ireland!’ which invites everyone to throw off the long dark months and rise to embrace the brighter days ahead.

Commenting on the announcement, Minister of State for the OPW, Patrick O’Donovan , said: “My office is delighted to participate once again in this very important national and international initiative which celebrates our unique cultural heritage and shines a light on Ireland. I would encourage all to participate in the St Patrick’s Festival events and to celebrate what we, as a nation, have to offer as represented by our world-renowned Heritage sites and State buildings”.

The OPW will light heritage sites and State buildings for the duration of the festival, , by using green filters, specialist lamps and existing lighting control systems.

Greening in Tipperary will take place at Cahir Castle, Ormond Castle (Carrick on Suir) and the Rock of Cashel.