Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesThe Burren Outdoor Education Centre, based at Bell Harbour, County Clare, offers a wide range of adventure and outdoor activities which include caving, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, snorkelling, body boarding, raft.
Why it matchesVisit a traditional small holding to see rare breed pigs, cattle, hens, ducks, and donkeys.
Why it matchesThe beach is located a few miles past Ballyvaughan village on the R447 road from Ballyvaughan to Fanore and is accessed by a narrow byroad.
Why it matchesVisit magnificent Caherconnell Fort, a ringfort that's over 1,000 years old in County Clare.
Why it matchesInteractive working farm offering hands-on activities like milking cows, butter churning, farm walks, and seasonal events.
Why it matchesJust a short drive from the imposing Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Lahinch Beach's flooding tide makes it ideal for fun water activities like surfing, sea kayaking and kite surfing.
Why it matchesExplore local history, sample sulphur mineral waters, relax by the river and enjoy the children's play area and tea room.
Why it matchesExplore Ireland's famous Cliffs of Moher on the west Clare coast, featuring panoramic coastal views and a visitor experience.
Why it matchesSurfing and paddleboarding lessons, equipment hire, and kids surf camps right by Lahinch beach.
Why it matchesStand up paddle boarding is a traditional Hawaiian sport and is currently the world’s fastest growing water sport.
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Why it matchesThe Michael Cusack Centre, situated in the heart of the Burren in County Clare, is a treasure chest of living history.
Why it matchesThe festival is over 165 years old and couldn't be more different from online dating services.
Why it matchesIn the high season you can book one of the scheduled walks or organise your own custom experience by appointment.
Why it matchesThe Burren Perfumery is inspired by the rich flora and magnificent beauty of its surroundings.
Why it matchesCounty Clare’s Carran Medieval Church is a ruin that features a 15th-century doorway and contemporary window.
Why it matchesCarran Turlough Loop is a 5 km loop walking trail graded Easy.
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