Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesEnjoy pottery painting, craft workshops and artisan browsing at this coastal studio in Duncannon.
Why it matchesDuncannon Beach is a designated bathing area of approximately a mile long.
Why it matchesThe beach is situated in a lovely sheltered bay with clean golden sand, making it perfect for paddling, swimming, and beachcombing.
Why it matchesPlay 18 holes of Hook Peninsula themed crazy golf or 16 holes of footgolf at this family-friendly Wexford parkland course.
Why it matchesLearn to kitesurf with Hooked Kitesurfing, based at Duncannon Beach in County Wexford.
Why it matchesGrange Beach is a sandy beach located in Fethard, County Wexford and runs into Banna Beach at low tide.
Why it matchesExplore beaches, coastal trails, sea kayaking and local attractions across the scenic Hook Peninsula.
Why it matchesLocal community playground in Passage East offering outdoor play equipment for children.
Why it matchesActivate Waterford is a locally owned family activity centre in the heart of Waterford City and a winner of "Best Indoor Leisure Facility".
Why it matchesDunbrody Abbey and Visitor Centre in County Wexford, is built on the site of one of the most impressive ruined Cistercians abbeys in Ireland.
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Why it matchesTraditional pub with a large family beer garden, secure playground, animals, and scenic walking trails.
Why it matchesmajestic Hook Lighthouse in County Wexford, voted the number one lighthouse in the world.
Why it matchesMeet farm animals, enjoy indoor soft play, outdoor play areas and the sand barn at this family-run farm.
Why it matchesThe Hook Peninsula, County Wexford, has some of the most spectacular scenery in Ireland as well as some of the finest sea angling to be had along the Irish coast.
Why it matchesDuncannon Fort is an impressive presentation of a bastioned fortress perched on the side of the Hook Peninsula in County Wexford and is part of Ireland’s Ancient East.
Why it matchesThrough storytelling and interactive interpretation, children will learn about medieval medicine, crime and punishment, hygiene, food and other fascinating aspects of everyday life.
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