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Working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, live and invest in. c/o LMETB, Bective st. Kells, A82 A070 What’s it all about?

Kells Local Heroes was established in November 2011 in the midst of the economic recession with one objective, namely to re-invigorate life back in to the commercial and cosmetic look of the Town. Following a well-attended Town Hall meeting in the Headfort Arms Hotel, a catalogue of ideas were put forward by members of the public aimed at bringing about positive change. The first priority was the look of the streetscape and after 66 derelict & unsightly properties were identified, a painting programme got underway to brighten up the Town's image with a major emphasis placed on creating a new colour scheme for Kenlis Place which links Farrell street and John st. The results transformed the look of Kells in the eyes of local and visitors. Other projects soon followed aimed at strengthening the sense of community in Kells. The Summer Street Parties in 2014, 2015 & 2016 proved to be a popular success as well as the annual Live Crib event at Christmas not to overlook our popular fund-raising annual winter quiz league. Subsequent conferences on developing a Town Plan, and developing the arts have also proved popular and continue to be a work in progress. Meanwhile the KLH bio-diversity Plan is being rolled out as is the ongoing work with Kay Deignan and the local Pride of Place team on the maintenance of the Parnell garden adjacent to the Catherine McAuley Centre. Our creative Director Mark Smith is leading the project to move the old Kells printing press to a new home at the Sawmills on Church Lane and has developed the unique 'Type Trail' event which is now very much part of the Summer programme of events in the Town. Elsewhere the Hinterland Literary and Guth Gafa International Film festivals have added immensely to the annual local social calendar attracting thousands to Kells each Summer while helping enormously to raise the profile of the Town. In 2016, Geraldine Walsh and Ann McEntee rolled out the colourful Summer flower-box programme on Farrell St. which will extend to surrounding streets in the coming years. In January 2015, Kells Local Heroes collaborated with 5th Meath Scouts, The Special Hands activity group, Kells Tennis Club and Councillor Sarah Reilly to raise funds for the re-construction of the outdated Playground at the Fair Green. Working with Meath County Council, this joint operation delivered one of the most advanced playgrounds in the Country which has proved to be hugely popular with Kells families. The Good Friday litter pick is now an annual event with participation growing each passing year. Plans are also being explored to create a new pathway linking Eureka College and Bective street as well as the development of the Kells Lloyd Walk amenity along the river Blackwater. The creation of a Town Team to ensure all community groups are represented by one Committee in all future engagement with Meath County Council and Government agencies is also evolving. The trojan effort put in by KLH since 2011 has paid off greatly with the awarding of a €50,000 grant by The Heritage Council in selecting the Town as a pilot project to improve and re-vamp the heritage look of John st and Castle street. Kells was selected ahead of 22 other 'walled' towns for this project which in itself is a reflection of the work, commitment and dedication put in by volunteers in transforming the Town in recent years. This work will be carried out with the assistance of Meath County Council which has assisted greatly in all our endeavours since KLH was created. The objective of KLH is to make Kells a better place to visit, work and invest in. Co-operation and commitment comes from the individual and everybody in the Town benefits from the outcome. Things can only happen through the participation of dedicated civic-minded local people who care for their town and have a vision for the end result. In time, Kells will be the envy of other towns and villages in Co. Meath but we need more volunteers and donations. Kells Local Heroes which is a not-for profit group is, by the community, of the community, for the community. If you wish to get involved, contact the office on 08-137-1508 or drop into 3 Church Street, Kells. Alternatively, write to us at: [email protected] or twitter:

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26/10/2026

The committee of Kells Local Heroes is delighted to confirm that after many years of lobbying by our team, An Coimisiún Pleanála has approved a bid by Meath County Council to acquire the derelict building on the lower end of Back st. (Kenlis Place) next to the entrance of the St. Vincent De Paul theatre.

KLH brought the dereliction and unsightly look of the property to the attention of Meath CC in 2023 whose team engaged in a compulsory purchase order (CPO).

Despite resistance from the owners of the property, Meath CC took the issue to An Coimisiún Pleanála which recently approved the CPO of the property.

The development of the site and adjacent property will give Kenlis Place a bright and modern look in the years to come.

Stay with us for further news coming down the line on the development of Kells.

Our thanks to Meath CC for acting on our concerns.

Kells Local Heroes, working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, live and invest in.

Kells Local Heroes (KLH) is a community-powered initiative working for the heritage town of Kells, Co. Meath.

24/10/2026

Attention snooker fans in the Kells/Meath/Cavan area.

A special snooker fundraising event will take place at Kells Snooker School, Eureka House on the Navan road next Wednesday October 28th 2026 starting at 7pm.

Entry fee is €10 per person with all proceeds going to the family of Christy Roche (RIP).

All players, good, bad and otherwise are invited to attend as well as those who don't play snooker at all!

Please support this worthy cause.

Kells Local Heroes (KLH) is a community-powered initiative working for the heritage town of Kells, Co. Meath.

21/10/2026

A reminder to all locals who are concerned about climate change.

Over the past number of months, the Climate Action Section of Meath County Council has been working to further develop actions for the Kells Decarbonising Zone (DZ).

This follows issues and initiaitives that were identified during the DZ Taskforce Workshop held at the end of April.

Meath CC invites you to attend a meeting to review and discuss these proposed actions before progressing to the implementation stage.

Meeting information:

Location: Kells Library

Date: Tuesday 27th Oct 2026.

Time: 7-8pm

During the meeting, Meath CC will provide an update on:

• The work undertaken to develop and refine the proposed actions

• Other DZ-related events and engagement activities that took place over the summer

• The next steps and timeline for progressing the Kells DZ in the coming months.

All interested persons and groups are invited to attend.

16/10/2026

Kells Local Heroes would like to remind certain property owners in the Town that a dereliction grant is now available from Meath County Council.

The grant is worth up to €50,000 with the aim of improving and upgrading unsightly properties that have fallen into disrepair and have become an eyesore.

Likewise, if upgraded, many can provide much needed accommodation.

KLH has spent 15 years trying to persuade certain property owners to improve the exterior of their respective derelict properties in order to remove the dull look and negative impression some of these buildings make on visitors to the Town.

Some have co-operated and others, alas, keep delaying.

This grant may not be available again and we would ask certain property owners to seize the opportunity.

Please see link:

https://www.mycoco.ie/vprg?fbclid=IwY2xjawSY-VFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeMpatWtdKZqfCSFFzGYYglNHsE5zfgno2IJscNGTJx5rxL90e1mvEDs9GUZA

The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant is a payment you can get if you are turning a vacant house or building into your permanent home or a rental property. A grant of up to €50,000 is available. If the refurbishment costs exceed the standard grant of up to €50,000, a top-up grant amount of up ...

14/10/2026

Congratulations to KLH committee member Angela Ryan who tonight won Kells Pride of Place "Volunteer of the Year".

Her award is fully deserved and long overdue for the remarkable work she puts in to making Kells a better place to live in, all done voluntarily in a most unselfish way.

The town of Kells is lucky to have her commitment and dedication for so long.

Well done Angela and congrats again.

28/09/2026

Hats off to our KLH volunteers Angela Ryan and Kay Deignan who were busy today cleaning the pathways on the Fair Green in Kells.

04/09/2026

A special thanks to Ronan Leonard and all the team at Kells Credit Union for their kind financial donation towards the funds of Kells Local Heroes.

This donation is greatly appreciated and helps with our ongoing projects around the town.

Thanks Ronan.

We look forward to seeing the Credit Union team at our forthcoming annual pub quiz later in the year.

Pictured are: Angela Ryan, Ronan Leonard and Kay Deignan.

01/09/2026

Attention all residents in Kells.

Time is running out to have your say on the proposed development of the lands at Lloyd.

This is shaping up to be the biggest amenity project in the Town for many years.

The proposed development will include the creation of a forest, walking routes, a playground, a football ground, basketball court, nature trails, heritage gardens, a BMX/wheel-sport track, a famine memorial and at least 8 entrance gates on the Drumbarragh and Virginia roads.

The Draft Plan is available for inspection until Thursday 10 September 2026 online at https://consult.meath.ie/ and also at the following locations (during normal opening hours):

Meath County Council, Buvinda House, Dublin Road, Navan, Co. Meath, C15 Y291

Kells Municipal District, Town Hall, Headfort Place, Kells, A82 W2R3
Making a Non-Statutory Submission

Non-statutory submissions can be made on the Draft Commons of Lloyd Recreation and Amenity Plan by ONE medium only i.e. online or hard copy and made as follows:

Online at https://consult.meath.ie/
OR

In writing, marked “Draft Commons of Lloyd Recreation and Amenity Plan” and submitted to: Senior Executive Officer, Planning Department, Meath County Council, Buvinda House, Dublin Road, Navan, Co. Meath, C15 Y291

This is a unique opportunity to have your say and make suggestions to ensure this is the best amenity facility in Ireland.

Kells Local Heroes: Working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, live and invest in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

Kells Local Heroes (KLH) is a community-powered initiative working for the heritage town of Kells, Co. Meath.

22/08/2026

Take note: Meath County Council has put on display at its office in Kells an amenity plan for the grounds at the Tower of Lloyd.

Local residents are invited to view the Plan and contribute/suggest ideas as appropriate.

Lots of great changes are coming to Kells in the coming years so get involved and have your say.

Kells Local Heroes. Working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, invest and live in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

Meath County Council has prepared a Draft Recreation and Amenity Plan for the Commons of Lloyd, Kells, County Meath. The purpose of this Draft Plan is to provide a blueprint for the future use of the Commons of Lloyd, protecting its heritage and environmental qualities whilst making it a more attrac...

06/08/2026

Well done to all involved in giving the old Hopkins building on Back st. (Kenlis Place) a cosmetic make-over.

KLH has worked tirelessly since 2012 on persuading property owners to give their respective properties the proverbial lick of paint.

Keep an eye out for major developments on Back st. over the next year or so.

Kells Local Heroes working to make Kells a better place to visit, work, live and invest in.

www.kellslocalheroes.ie

Address

C/o LMETB Office, Bective Street
Kells
A82AO70

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 12pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

0871371508

Website

http://www.kellslocalheroes.ie/

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