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The lush rolling countryside of County Carlow is set to come alive once again with the Lisgarvan House International Horse Trials, taking place from 21st to 24th August 2025. Just two miles from Ballon and easily accessible via the M9 motorway, this internationally renowned event has rapidly become a fixture on Ireland’s equestrian and country lifestyle calendar.

Carlow County Council, in partnership with Carlow Tourism, is delighted to announce the commencement of the Clonegal Heritage Audio Trail Project, a new initiative aimed at enriching the visitor experience and celebrating the rich history and stories of Clonegal village. This exciting project is being funded under the Town & Village Renewal Scheme.

Carlow County Council is delighted to announce a Bulky Waste Drop-Off event taking place from Monday, 19th August to Friday, 23rd August 2025 at Powerstown Civic Amenity Site, Kilkenny Road, Carlow (Eircode: R93 RF22) during normal opening hours. Please note: This offer is strictly for householders only. Commercial customers will be charged usual rates.

Carlow County Council is pleased to announce a once off Mattress Recycling Event for householders, taking place at Powerstown Civic Amenity Site from Tuesday, 5th August to Saturday, 9th August 2025, during normal opening hours.

Carlow County Council has received confirmation from test results that the water quality in both Bagenalstown Designated Swimming Areas has improved significantly and both are now categorised as Excellent.

Carlow County Council in partnership with O Keeffe Social Research, are currently undertaking research to promote circular economy activities in our communities.

PUBLIC NOTICE

DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTION SCHEME 2025-2029
SECTION 48 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (as amended)

As a precautionary measure to safeguard public health, Carlow County Council is issuing a Bathing Water Prohibition Notice for designated bathing areas along the River Barrow at Bagenalstown effective today, 16 July 2025.

Forest Fire Danger Rating - Condition Red – Extreme Fire Risk
Status Yellow - High Temperature warning for County Carlow

Public urged to "Enjoy the Water but Respect the Risk" Over Coming Days
As Ireland anticipates a warm and sunny weekend, Water Safety Ireland is reminding those who will be drawn to beaches, lakes, rivers and canals to enjoy water activities responsibly and to be aware of potential hazards.