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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
Why it matchesFamilies can pick from a variety of walks, including easy strolls, as part of the Ballyhoura Walking Festival. There is also a music festival with song, dance, and history.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a mix of indoor and outdoor fun at Marlhill Open Farm. There's a soft play area, an outdoor playground with go-karts and a sandpit, and chances to feed and pet farm animals.
Why it matchesFamilies can pick their own fruit when in season, or buy fresh produce, juices, and local foods from the farm shop. You can walk around the grounds and see how the juices are made in winter.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the visitor centre exhibition, take a guided tour of the ancient monuments, or enjoy the playground and walking trails at Lough Gur Lakeshore Park.
Why it matchesFamilies can wander through gardens with plants, water features, and reconstructions of ancient Irish monuments. There are pathways and wildlife to spot, plus a garden centre.
Why it matchesVisit one of Ireland's biggest holy wells, with a Celtic cross in the middle of the pool. There is also a small 17th-century church with an altar tomb.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk through Gortavoher forest on Slievenamuck hill, enjoying the views of the Galty mountains and the Glen of Aherlow. There are historical routes to explore and a statue at Christ the King viewpoint.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Galty Castle Wood, which is on the slopes of the Galty Mountains. There are different kinds of trees and wildlife to spot. You can do the Attychraan National Looped Walk.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk around the lake and through the woods at Marl Bog, looking out for birds and other wildlife. You might spot deer, squirrels, or otters.
Why it matchesExplore one of Ireland's biggest and best-kept castles, perched on a river island. See the old defences, watch a film about its history, and spot where famous shows were filmed.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk along the River Suir, explore the forest trails, and visit the Swiss Cottage. There are opportunities for fishing too.
Why it matchesThis is a Coillte forest with several waymarked walking loops of varying lengths. Families can enjoy a walk in nature, choosing a trail that suits their energy levels.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Glengarra forest, with a choice of three waymarked trails of different lengths. There is a car park on site.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a walk through Redhill Forest on the waymarked trails. The conditions of the trails can change with the seasons.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk or cycle on waymarked trails through the forest. There are different lengths of walks and mountain bike trails to choose from.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Bishop's Wood, a Coillte forest recreation site in Dundrum. There is a car park on site.
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