Family Day Out
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Why it matchesLeave behind the daily chaos, reconnect with nature and embrace soothing waters.
Why it matchesFree Halloween family event with ghost stories, a treasure hunt, and face painting at Parke's Castle.
Why it matchesSligo Regional Sports Centre offers facilities to suit all the family’s recreational and leisure needs, including a 25 metre indoor heated pool and kids pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room also a well air conditioned.
Why it matchesCommunity-led Samhain parade in Manorhamilton starting at Bee Park Community Centre.
Why it matchesShanakee Adventures in County Leitrim was founded by Samuel Thomas Brett.
Why it matchesCarraig Climbing aims to provide an exceptional, exhilarating and educational rock climbing experience on the rock faces around Sligo.
Why it matchesIndoor children's activity centre in Collooney with soft play, climbing walls, high ropes, go-karts and a family cafe.
Why it matchesJoin the family Halloween event at Sligo Abbey with fancy dress and a pumpkin hunt.
Why it matchesTiffany Budd Goldsmith specialises in jewellery pieces, each a work of art with an individual story.
Why it matchesEnjoy spooky tales and ghost stories in costume at Carrowmore tombs this Halloween.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesCozy cafe and historic tea rooms featuring local crafts and an adjoining children's play park by Glencar Waterfall.
Why it matchesOn the shores of Lough Gill, County Sligo, Dooney Rock Forest is a safe and open space for children to explore while offering a quiet place for nature lovers to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Why it matchesGlencar Alpacas farm is nestled in the hillside of Glencar Valley, with beautiful scenery extending across counties Leitrim and Sligo.
Why it matchesEnjoy a free family Halloween event with a trail, craft demos, music, food demos, and folklore talks.
Why it matchesNo visit to the northwest is complete without a trip on the Rose of Innisfree tour boat.
Why it matchesShort 0.9 km out-and-back outdoor walking trail with stone and timber steps leading up to a flat-topped mountain summit.
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