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Why it matchesEstablished in 2008, Cavan Adventure Centre is an outdoor adventure facility that supplies numerous land and water based activities suitable for all ages.
Why it matchesEnjoy traditional music and singing sessions, set dancing ceilithe, and the fiddle competition across Cavan town.
Why it matchesEnjoy the full range of facilities at Cavan Swimming Pool and Leisure Complex, County Cavan, including a fully equipped gymnasium, sports hall, aerobics room, 25m swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and sun bed.
Why it matchesThe Ulster Canal Stores Visitor Centre in County Monaghan is operated by the Clones Development Society.
Why it matchesMeet friendly farm animals, enjoy outdoor play areas and explore the petting zoo.
Why it matchesTeddy bear making workshops, a silver bear exhibition, a little playground and a fairy forest by Brackley Lake.
Why it matchesExplore the 18th-century Florence Court estate, expansive gardens, and woodland walking trails.
Why it matchesExplore ancient trees, walking trails, and historic ruins around Upper Lough Erne.
Why it matchesClough Oughter Castle stands alone on a small island in the middle of Lough Oughter, hire a canoe and paddle out to explore the castle.
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Why it matchesBelturbet Railway Station was the Northern Terminus for the famed Cavan Leitrim Narrow Gauge Railway Line which served Belturbet, Ballyconnell, Ballinamore, Dromod and Arigna.
Why it matchesThe original round tower at Drumlane Abbey in County Cavan, was made of wood but replaced with stone in the 12th century under the stewardship of Augustinian monks.
Why it matchesTurbet Island Looped Walk is a 1.6 km loop walking trail graded Easy.
Why it matchesExplore local heritage and the dedicated Clones Lace Museum at this restored waterside visitor centre.
Why it matchesWith its 68m spire and flanking domes, the Roman Catholic cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim is one of the most impressive and eye-catching buildings in the town.
Why it matchesCorravahan House was built to the design of architect William Farrell in Georgian style, and constructed around 1840 by Reverend Marcus Gervais Beresford.
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