Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesThe centre of Blackrock Village, in County Louth, is at the seafront.
Why it matchesThe Pirates Den is a well supervised indoor playground consisting of ball pools, rope bridges, swing ropes, slides, learning areas and much more.
Why it matchesAura Dundalk Leisure Centre offers a variety of activities for the entire family.
Why it matchesLouth English is located in the centre of vibrant Dundalk Town, County Louth, and is only a short drive from Carlingford Lough water sports, mountain activities and outstanding scenic beauty.
Why it matchesPick your own seasonal fruit, visit the farm shop and enjoy the coffee trailer at Corderry Fruit Farm.
Why it matchesIrish Country Quads have multiple courses at their base in Inniskeen, County Monaghan.
Why it matchesLakeside nature park with a children's playground, walking trails, wildlife to feed and a coffee shop.
Why it matchesThe Leprechaun and Fairy Cavern is located in a folklore park on the shores of Carlingford Lough, County Louth.
Why it matchesJoin the family-friendly Spooks Parade through Drogheda town centre, featuring local schools and youth groups.
Why it matchesSwing, scream, jump, climb and release your inner Tarzan at Skypark in County Louth, Ireland's largest zip line and sky trekking adventure park.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesMusic production, songwriting, and sound engineering workshops for young women aged 13-18 at Dundalk Youth Centre.
Why it matchesWhiteriver Park is a Motorsport Ireland licenced 1.200 metre outdoor kart racing circuit, built to F.I.A international standard for ages 8 to 80 years.
Why it matchesCreative arts centre and imaginative play space offering children's workshops, storytelling, and interactive theatre.
Why it matchesWith almost 40 years professional driving experience, including 22 years as a guide, Eunan at IDriveU has looked after groups from a variety of backgrounds.
Why it matchesExplore scenic walking trails, angling spots, and rich geological heritage in the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Why it matchesWeekly circus arts workshops for children, teenagers, and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities.
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