Kill, County Waterford facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kill
Irish: An Chill
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Village
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Kirwan's Bar, Kill
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 Kill
Location in Ireland
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| Country | Ireland |
| Province | Munster |
| County | Waterford |
| Population
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271 |
| Time zone | UTC+0 (WET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-1 (IST (WEST)) |
Kill is a small village in County Waterford, Ireland. Its name comes from the Irish words An Chill, which means "the church". The village is located between the towns of Dungarvan and Tramore. You can find it along the R681 road.
Kill is situated in two areas called townlands: Kilbarrymeaden and Sleveen. The village gets its name from Kilbarrymeaden. This was once a very old church area from the Middle Ages.
History of the Name
The name of Kill village is linked to a very old church. A historic ruined church from the old Kilbarrymeaden parish is still standing today. It is just outside the modern village of Kill.
There is also an even older church site from Kilbarrymeaden. This ancient religious spot is about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) southeast of the village. These old church sites show the long history of the area.
Life in Kill Village
Kill is a small community with a friendly atmosphere. According to the 2016 census, about 271 people live there. It is a quiet place, perfect for those who enjoy village life.
The village has a few local spots where people can meet. These include The Well and Dunphy's. These places are important for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Kill (Waterford) para niños
