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School: St Fiachra's Kilkenny (roll number 11750)

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Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny
Teacher:
Seán Ó Gealagáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0855, Page 009

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    In a shady spot on the banks of the Nore is the holy well of St. Fiacre. It is so called because it was blessed by the great St. Fiacre who spent most of his holy life in this holy spot. It is situated about three miles from the city of Kilkenny. The local school is called after this great saint. There is also a neat little graveyard near the holy well. A few years ago a beautiful cross was erected and on St. Fiacre's day and for nine days after, the Rosary is recited around this cross. This holy well is very good for curing sore eyes. The cave in which St. Fiacre lived is about one hundred yards from the well.
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    Language
    English
    Informant
    Mr Davin
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    40
    Address
    Warrington, Co. Kilkenny