ALERT: Several Kilkenny City streets to close to traffic this weekend

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Kilkenny County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused

The Medieval Marathon Kilkenny is taking place on Saturday, September 12 with the event running between 8am and 11am.

As a result, temporary road closures will be introduced at a number of locations across the city to facilitate the event and ensure the safety of participants.

The closures will affect John Street Upper and John Street Lower, as well as John’s Bridge, John’s Quay and Bateman Quay.

Rose Inn Street, Greensbridge Street and Vicar Street will also be affected, while motorists should also be aware of closures at Common Hall Lane and Church Lane.

Further temporary closures will be in place at Coach Road, Loretto View and Butts Green during the marathon.

Motorists travelling through the city on Saturday morning are advised to be aware of the temporary restrictions and to allow additional time for their journey.

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