The Bolton Library contains a unique collection of antiquarian books and is the finest collection outside of Dublin. The books were collected by Archbishop Theophilis Bolton, Archbishop of Cashel from 1730 to 1744. The library is now housed in the Chapter House situated in the grounds of the Cathedral Church of St. Patrick's Rock and St. John the Baptist in John Street, Cashel.

The collection contains a wide range of subjects and includes a 12th century manuscript, the Nuremnberg Chronicle and works by Dante, Swift, Calvin, Erasmus and Machiavelli. Also on display are maps and church silver.

Opening Hours: Monday - Wednesday (10.00 - 3.00pm) & Thursday (10.00 - 2.30pm) Group tours by appointment.

Email: boltonlibrary@oceanfree.net

When researching Church of Ireland records the following contact details may be of assistance:

1. ... Representative Church Body - Dublin. ............................... Phone .. +353 01 4923979

2. ... Bolton Library - Cashel. .................................................... Phone .. +353 062 61944

3. ... Dean Knowles - The Deanery, Cashel, Co. Tipperary. ....... Phone .. +353 062 61232

Tel: 062-61944