The 2011 Kilkenny Senior Hurling Championship was the 117th staging of the Kilkenny Senior Hurling Championship since its establishment by the Kilkenny County Board in 1887. The Championship began on 17 September 2011 and ended on 30 October 2011.
O'Loughlin Gaels were the defending champions, however they were defeated in the semi-final by Ballyhale Shamrocks.
Clara were relegated from the championship following 0âÂÂ15 to 0âÂÂ14 defeat by Tullaroan.
Promoted from the Kilkenny Intermediate Hurling Championship
Relegated to the Kilkenny Intermediate Hurling Championship