Family Day Out
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Why it matchesJoin a community Samhain celebration featuring costume making, willow lantern weaving, storytelling, and a final evening procession with music and a bonfire.
Why it matchesEnjoy horse riding lessons, guided trail treks, and seasonal children's camps at this Limerick equestrian centre.
Why it matchesKilfinane Outdoor Education Centre, County Limerick, is a public outdoor education centre administered by County Limerick VEC which provides outdoor education courses for school, youth and adult groups.
Why it matchesEnjoy traditional Irish storytelling, song, and folklore about Samhain by the fireside.
Why it matchesDoneraile Court towers majestically over the glorious Doneraile Park, a 160-hectare landscaped parkland and wildlife estate.
Why it matchesMallow Swimming Pool is a 25m swimming pool in County Cork.
Why it matchesJoin family Halloween fun searching Lough Gur Lakeshore Park for spooky clues to crack the code and win a prize.
Why it matchesA children's art workshop at Lough Gur exploring nature, plant lore and mythology.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesChris O'Callaghan and Liam Sheehy run Trailriders in Ballyhoura Forest.
Why it matchesBallyhoura is a Coillte forest park in Kilfinnane forest, open to the public all year.
Why it matchesCastle Oliver Loop is a 6.7 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.
Why it matchesVibrant arts venue offering children's drama classes, youth theatre workshops, youth music classes, and family-friendly summer camps.
Why it matchesBallyhoura - Nature Trail is a 2.4 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.
Why it matchesMolanna Loop is a 9.5 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.
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