Rathvilly (Irish: Ráth Bhile, meaning ' ringfort of the trees') [2][3] is a village, civil parish and townland in County Carlow, Ireland. The village is on the River Slaney, near the border with County Wicklow and County Kildare, 11 km (7 mi) from Tullow and 8 km (5 mi) from Baltinglass. It is also on the N81 national secondary route.

Rathvilly - in Irish Ráth Bhile, ring fort of the trees - from one of a series of raths or circular earthworks built on the eastern side of the River Barrow. Today Rathvilly is a picturesque village in North Carlow, with parish boundaries bordering counties Kildare and Wicklow.

Rathvilly won the overall prize in the Tidy Towns Competition three times - 1961, 1963 and 1968.

Jan 12, 2024 · With 22 townlands covering almost 10,000 acres, the parish of Rathvilly has a history that stretches back to earliest times. In this talk, Turtle provides an overview of this rich tapestry, documenting everything from dolmens and ringforts to the 1980s band In Tua Nua.

Dec 14, 2022 · Discover the charming village of Rathvilly in County Carlow, Ireland, with its rich history, beautiful scenery, and engaging activities for visitors.

The picturesque village of Rathvilly, located in north Carlow at the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains, is rich in history. It was once the residence of the Kings of Hy Kinsellagh.

Today Rathvilly is a picturesque village in North Carlow, with parish boundaries bordering counties Kildare and Wicklow. It has the distinction of winning the All-Ireland Tidy Towns Award on three separate occasions and this is reflected in the overall character of the village.

Rathvilly Tullow is a small market town in County Carlow where N81 crosses the River Slaney. This was the main road between Dublin and Wexford until M11 was built along the coast.

Rathvilly (Irish: Ráth Bhile[1]) is a barony in County Carlow, Ireland. Rathvilly barony takes its name from the village of Rathvilly, which derive from the Irish language Ráth Bhile, meaning " rath of the sacred tree". [1] Rathvilly is found in north-east County Carlow. It …

Jan 25, 2021 · Rathvilly nestles at the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains on the River Staney in the lush, green landscape of Ireland's Ancient East. The name Rathvilly derives from the Irish for 'Ring Fort of the Trees'. The village and its surrounds has a …