Clonmel

Clonmel, or Cluain Meala in Irish, is a town in County Tipperary, Ireland, situated on the River Suir in the southeast of the country. It is one of the county’s larger towns and serves as a local commercial and administrative hub for the surrounding region.

Name and geography: The Irish name Cluain Meala translates to “meadow of honey.” The town lies along the Suir and is connected to the wider area by the N24 national road and by rail, with a station on the Limerick–Waterford line.

History: Clonmel has its roots in a medieval Norman settlement that developed around a bridge over the Suir. It grew as a market town with trade links along the river and retains a historic town center with a mix of medieval and Georgian architecture. It was the traditional administrative centre of South Tipperary prior to the 2014 local government reform.

Economy and services: Today Clonmel functions as a regional commercial and service centre for south Tipperary and adjacent counties. Its economy includes retail, light industry and public services, and it hosts South Tipperary General Hospital, a key local healthcare facility.

Culture and landmarks: The town hosts markets and cultural events and preserves a number of historic religious and civic buildings. Nearby natural attractions include the Comeragh Mountains and the Suir Blueway, a riverside recreation route along the Suir.

Transport: Clonmel is served by Clonmel railway station on the Limerick–Waterford line and by the N24 road, with bus services linking to Waterford, Limerick and Dublin.