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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis community festival has plenty for families, with a puppet show, magic show, amusements, and face painting for children. There are also vintage vehicles, a dog show, and live music.
Why it matchesLough Muckno Leisure Park has nature walks, orienteering, water skiing, and fishing. There are picnic spots and a peace garden.
Why it matchesHollywood Forest Park has nature walks, a playground, and picnic spots. You can also swim, fish, or go boating on the lake.
Why it matchesThis park has walking trails, a playground for all children, sports courts, and fishing stands. There are picnic spots for families to use.
Why it matchesEmy Lough has a play area for children, swimming and fishing in the lough, and a picnic area. There is also a 4km looped nature walk around the lake.
Why it matchesFamilies can feed the ducks and swans, play in the playground, and have a picnic. There is a coffee shop for home baking.
Why it matchesBring the family along for a night of music and fun. It is free to get in and you do not need to book.
Why it matchesVisit the Proleek Dolmen, a huge ancient stone tomb. Try to throw a pebble onto the capstone to make a wish. There is also a Bronze Age tomb nearby.
Why it matchesVisit Saint Brigid's Shrine, a peaceful spot with a stream, ancient stone stations, and modern Stations of the Cross. It is a place of quiet reflection and natural beauty.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk along the promenade in Blackrock and learn about the local birds and wildlife from the information boards. It is a good spot for nature lovers and bird watchers.
Why it matchesThis is a Coillte forest recreation site where families can go for a walk in Cootehill forest. There is a car park on site.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Rossmore Forest Park in Monaghan, with a choice of walking and multi-use trails of varying lengths. It is open all year round.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Bailieborough Forest, choosing between two waymarked loops, the Lake Loop or the longer Castle Loop.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Dun a Ri Forest Park with a choice of walking trails, from a short accessible loop to longer river walks. It is a good spot for a walk in nature.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a walk in Ravensdale Forest, choosing from a few waymarked trails of different lengths. It is a good spot for a bit of fresh air and nature.
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