Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesMagherabeg Leisure Centre is open all year round with swimming lessons and fitness classes organised regularly.
Why it matchesFor over 60 years the McNutt family have been weaving Donegal tweed and Irish linen at their mill in Downings in the north west of Donegal and have evolved from weaving classic traditional Donegal tweed fabrics to more.
Why it matchesAt Tropical World, Letterkenny, County Donegal, you can see hundreds of butterflies in free flight and be greeted by the sound of lorikeets and birds from around the globe serenading you through exotic aviaries.
Why it matchesFound along the stunning Mulroy Bay on the Fanad Peninsula, Mulroy Meadow Farm provides guided and educational tours from spring to autumn that are enjoyed by families, school groups and nature lovers.
Why it matchesThe activities at Letterkenny Activity Centre cater for 8 year olds to 80 year olds.
Why it matchesDunfanaghy in North West Donegal can be described as a place made for holidays.
Why it matchesArena7 Entertainment Complex in Letterkenny, County Donegal, offers great family entertainment with even tastier food.
Why it matchesRathmullan Sailing School is situated on Ireland's most northerly fjord, Lough Swilly.
Why it matchesBernard McGlinchey Town Park provides a variety of amenities including the well equipped Sweet Factory Playground for children, a sculpture trail, picnic areas, seating, and walking trails.
Why it matchesEnjoy a tour of Fanad Lighthouse. Step back in time and hear stories about lightkeepers in days gone by.
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Why it matchesThe Olde Forge at Logue’s of Cranford was built in 1920 by Paddy Logue, grandfather of the current owner.
Why it matchesEco Atlantic Adventures is a small, privately run enterprise, established in 2016, based in the heart of North West Donegal.
Why it matchesMevagh Dive Centre is Donegal’s only Dive Centre and Ireland’s largest all under one roof, with Diving Equipment Sales, Hire, Servicing, Cylinder Testing and our state of the art Swimming Pool.
Why it matchesWoodquarter - Forest trail is a 1.1 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.
Why it matchesAura Letterkenny Leisure Complex, County Donegal, offers facilities for health and fitness including a fully equipped gym, pool and exercise classes are offered weekly.
Why it matchesThis tiny undiscovered Island off the the coast of Donegal is a place to get lost, to contemplate, to walk.
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