Newbridge

Newbridge is a town in County Kildare situated along the River Liffey between Kildare and Naas. The town is known for silverware production and is served by the Dublin-Cork railway line.

The settlement developed from a 13th-century religious site with Great Connell Priory into a military town after the Cavalry Barracks were established in 1815. This military presence shaped the town's growth over subsequent decades.

The Newbridge Silverware Centre displays silverware manufacturing traditions and offers guided tours through production facilities where visitors can watch craftspeople at work. You can follow the different stages of creation for fine tableware and decorative pieces.

Newbridge station provides regular rail connections to Dublin and Cork, and the M7 motorway offers convenient access by car. The location makes it suitable for exploring nearby attractions in the region.

The nearby Curragh Racecourse is one of the oldest horse racing venues in Britain and Ireland with a history spanning several centuries. The training grounds there continue to be used for thoroughbred racehorses today.

Location: County Kildare

Elevation above the sea: 90 m

Website: http://newbridge.ie

GPS coordinates: 53.17670,-6.80190

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:46