Upperchurch

The village of Upperchurch embodies the essence of rural Ireland, with welcoming locals who are eager to share their culture. This village is located in the hills of Slieve Felim in Tipperary and has a unique and quaint charm. The modern-day Ireland retains much of its original old natural rural charm and is surrounded by beautiful and tranquil scenery. From the summit of the Black Hill, visitors can view five surrounding Irish counties on a clear day, offering a unique and unforgettable experience.

Accommodation

Hackett’s Cottage

Self Catering Thatched Cottage outside Borrisoleigh

Can sleep 8

Phone Marie 086-3652525

Hillview B&B

Hill View B&B is a self catering friendly, family run B&B. Hill view B&B and Pa's bar is located in the heart of Ned of the hill country and nestling in the shadow of Knockalough, Upperchurch attracts many visitors every year with an array of activities to appeal to all, both young and not so young.Our guests can always expect a warm and friendly welcome when they visit, and our staff are happy to help with any requests to ensure a pleasant stay.
www.hillviewtipperary.com

Pubs

Pa's Bar

Pa's Bar is a genuine Irish pub located in Upperchurch, County Tipperary. It has a great mixture of locals and tourists. Traditional music is provided occasionally.The location and setting of Pa's Bar makes it the perfect place for any event. Be it a confirmation, a family gathering or a Wedding, our dedicated and courteous staff members will do everything to make your event special. We aim to create the perfect atmosphere for your function for any type of occasion.

Phone: 087 2997542 0504 54363

Kinnane's Pub

Kinnane's Pub & Restaurant in Upperchurch is family owned and operated. Opened in 1927 by Paddy Kinnane. Kinnane's is known world wide for friendly hospitality, good food and varied drink selection!
For any family celebration, work party or a great night out with friends make Kinnane's Of Upperchurch your venue of choice.Evening meals can be arranged by prior day reservation.
Kinnanes Of Upperchurch offer an event catering service. Perfect for events at home, weddings & much more. Facebook/kinnanesbar

Jim O’the Mills (Ballyboy, Upperchurch)

Old style pub with traditional Irish music beside an open fire – mixed session (tunes and songs). Only open on a Thursday night so make the most of it!

Tel: +353 (0) 504 54440

Ryan’s Bar (Upperchurch village)

Come and enjoy the live music every weekend.

Tel: +353 0504 54430

History

Upperchurch Drombane is located in the Slieve Felim Hills, where many archaeological sites of Tipperary can be found. Some of the earliest sites in the area date back to the early Bronze Age and Neolithic period, including Wedge tombs, Cist graves, Barrows, Standing Stones, and Fulacht Fias.

Wedge Tombs

Wedge tombs are stone structures with increasing chambers that typically face southwest. Upperchurch boasts two examples of these archaeological sites, Graniera and Knockcurraghbola Commons.

Standing Stones

The age of standing stones in the Upperchurch locality is hard to determine. Some are found near or within bronze age monuments, while others are arranged in alignments with varying sizes and shapes.

Ring Barrows

Ring Barrows are a type of burial site consisting of a circular earthern bank surrounded by a fosse. They were commonly used for cremated burials and are classified into different varieties such as ring-barrows, bowl barrows, mound barrows and pond barrows.