Kildorrery

Kildorrery is a village and townland located in County Cork, Ireland. Situated in the north of the county, it lies on the R512 regional road. The name Kildorrery is derived from the Irish Cill Dorchaire, meaning "church of Dorchaire".

Historically, the area has seen settlement for centuries, with evidence of early Christian activity. The village itself developed around a central crossroads, a common pattern for rural Irish settlements. Over time, it grew to serve the surrounding agricultural hinterland.

Kildorrery has a primary school, a church, and a number of local businesses catering to the community. The village is surrounded by rolling countryside, typical of the Munster region, and is a gateway to the Ballyhoura Mountains, a popular area for outdoor pursuits. The local GAA club, Kildorrery GAA, is an important social hub and participates in county-level competitions. The village's proximity to larger towns like Fermoy and Mitchelstown provides residents with access to additional amenities and services. Its economy is primarily based on agriculture and local services.