Family Day Out
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Why it matchesThe Ulster Canal Stores Visitor Centre in County Monaghan is operated by the Clones Development Society.
Why it matchesEnjoy comics, cosplay, collectibles, movies, live talks, workshops, and special guest appearances at Monaghan Comic Con.
Why it matchesTanagh Outdoor Education & Training Centre provides a range of water based and land based adventure activities that will challenge your group both mentally and physically.
Why it matchesMeet friendly farm animals, enjoy outdoor play areas and explore the petting zoo.
Why it matchesHollywood Forest Park is located between Scotstown and Ballinode villages approximately 7 kilometres north west of Monaghan Town.
Why it matchesCoral Leisure Monaghan, on the Clones Road in County Monaghan, is one of the largest health and fitness centres in the area.
Why it matchesExplore ancient trees, walking trails, and historic ruins around Upper Lough Erne.
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 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 matchesConair an Chaisleáin Chaillte - Lost Castle Trail is a 2.6 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.
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Why it matchesEnjoy traditional music and singing sessions, set dancing ceilithe, and the fiddle competition across Cavan town.
Why it matchesExplore local heritage and the dedicated Clones Lace Museum at this restored waterside visitor centre.
Why it matchesClones Town began as a monastic settlement c.500, when St Tiernach founded his monastery there and this was the most important site in Monaghan for centuries afterwards.
Why it matchesAt the heart of Town Park, Ballybay, is Lough Major, providing a picturesque backdrop for all activities.
Why it matchesFestive street food, artisan crafts and live entertainment in Monaghan Town.
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.
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