Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesThe Ulster Canal Stores Visitor Centre in County Monaghan is operated by the Clones Development Society.
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 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 matchesExplore ancient trees, walking trails, and historic ruins around Upper Lough Erne.
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.
Why it matchesAt the heart of Town Park, Ballybay, is Lough Major, providing a picturesque backdrop for all activities.
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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 matchesMultidisciplinary arts project featuring nature photography, music, and family-friendly workshops and soundwalks at Johnston Central Library.
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 matchesWhether one is a novice or a seasoned driver, Rally School Ireland’s events are designed to cater to various interests and abilities, ensuring an adrenaline fueled experience for everyone.
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.
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