Kells Local Heroes

If you're a fan or keen observer of art, check out an exhibition of new creations by Ross Dillon which will be on display at the old courthouse/tourism and cultural hub in Kells from June 22nd to July 31st next.

Thanks to all involved namely; Meath Co. Council and the Arts Council.

Kells Local Heroes, working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, invest and live in.

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A special thanks to everyone who attended the launch of Kells Type Trail 2026 which is curated by our own Mark Smith.

The huge turnout reflected the popularity of this annual festival which celebrates type as an art form and continues the legacy of the creative work begun in the Town from which the World famous Book of Kells originated from.

The Type Trail continues until August 21st 2026.

Expect to see visitors from across the World arrive in town over the coming months to view the recently opened Kells Printing Works on Church Lane.

Kells Local Heroes, working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, invest and live in.

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A special thanks to Kells Youthreach who turned out in force recently to help us tidy up the green areas around the old Court house.

Their co-operation is greatly appreciated-as always.

We can't overlook our dedicated volunteers and committee members Angela Ryan and Kay Deignan.

Kells Local Heroes working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, invest and live in.

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Everybody in the Town is invited to the launch of Kells Type Trail 2026 which takes place next Thursday June 11th in the Church of Ireland at 7pm.

The unique Festival, curated by Mark Smith, which runs until August 21st, will turn the streets of Kells into a canvas of type.

This continues the great tradition associated with the priceless Book of Kells which is one of the most famous publications in the World.

This year's theme is 'Progress'.

Spread the word and join us on Thursday night.

We'll even treat you to a glass of prosecco and a dish of strawberries, provided we're not over-subscribed!

Kells Type Trail 2026 | Discover Boyne Valley Meath, Ireland Kells TypeTrail - the count down is on for the lauch on the 11th June! Brings together a wide range of artforms, highlighting our unique heritage of lettering as a form of communication. Each year, one word is translated into a variety of languages, reflecting the diversity of the community in Kells...

After almost ten years of work and lobbying, the Kells Print Works on Church Lane, formerly known as The Sawmills, was formally opened today by Dara Calleary, the Minister for Social Protection, Community and Rural Development.

The building, which is sure to be a hit with visitors and tourists, will celebrate print as an art form and ties in with the great tradition of the work done centuries ago by local monks who wrote the priceless Book of Kells.

The venue will open its doors for greater public use in the coming months and will host a number of events during the forthcoming Hinterland Literary Festival.

For local typographer Mark Smith, this is a dream come true and his vision and persuasive persistence has resulted in creating this new facility for the town of Kells.

Special mention too to KLH volunteer Angela Ryan whose initial discovery of posters and material printed locally by a wharfedale printing press in the Town contributed greatly to making this project happen.

A word too for everybody in Meath Co. Council who funded the re-construction as well as Councillors Sean Drew and Sarah Reilly.

We can't forget Loreto Guinan and Gerardette Bailey of Meath CC who got the project over the line.

Well done to all concerned.

Kells Local Heroes, working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, live and invest in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

Congratulations to all those who were presented with Kells Tidy Towns awards last night May 28th in the Headfort Arms Hotel.

You are all a credit to Kells and the more that get involved, the more the Town benefits.

Well done to Brian Curran and all in Supervalu who make the event happen every year.

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A special thanks to our dedicated volunteers Kay Deignan and Angela Ryan who were out bright and early this morning tidying up and adding some floral colour to the exterior of Kells Tourist Office as the countdown to Hinterland 2026 continues.

Thanks to the Community Employment Scheme for the kind assistance and support offered with this work.

Kells Local Heroes, making Kells a better place to visit, work, reside and invest in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

Great to see our volunteers Kay Deignan and Angela Ryan out on the streets this morning making the most of the good weather, getting our planters ready and adding plenty of colour to the Town as Summer '26 evolves.

Thanks ladies.

Kells Local Heroes, making Kells a better place to visit, work, invest and live in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

KLH would like to thank everybody in the Kells area who recently contributed to our annual church gate collection.

Every cent raised helps us to pay our bills and to all who donated on the weekend of April 11th and 12th last, we are most appreciative.

Thank you.

Kells Local Heroes - Kells Local Heroes Kells Local Heroes (KLH) is a community-powered initiative working for the heritage town of Kells, Co. Meath.

Attention all shop owners in Kells.

The Meath Public Partnership Network (PPN) is making money available towards the enhancement of shop fronts in the County.

KLH is encouraging all shop owners in the Town to take advantage of this scheme to brighten up the look of Kells as the Summer season evolves.

Kells Local Heroes, helping to make Kells a better place to visit, work, invest and live in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

https://www.meathppn.ie/2026/04/20/shopfront-improvement-and-age-friendly-grant-2026/