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Things to do near Frevanagh

All ages · up to 60 min · any budget

4 strong matches for your family · plus 20 more nearby Live listings from Fáilte Ireland and Heritage Ireland
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Mollie Moo’s Pet Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times About 20 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesChildren can feed the animals at Mollie Moo's Pet Farm. There are also playgrounds, crazy golf, go karts, a sandpit, chess, and an interactive village called Mooville for families to enjoy.

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Belvedere House Gardens & Park

Open dates vary · Check official times About 20 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore the historic house, wander through the Victorian Walled Garden, and discover follies like The Jealous Wall. There are four play areas for children, a fairy garden, and 10km of walking trails.

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O’Meara’s Garden Pavilion

Open dates vary · Check official times About 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore plants and homewares, and children have a covered play area. There is a tearoom for snacks and treats. At Christmas, the centre becomes a winter wonderland.

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Mullingar Bike Hire

Open dates vary · Check official times About 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesRent bikes, including kids' bikes, trailers, and child seats, to explore the Royal Canal Greenway and the Old Rail Trail Greenway. Helmets and maps are provided.

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St Brigid's Well & Shrine

Open dates vary · Check official times About 35 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can visit St Brigid's Well and Shrine, an ancient spring in Mullingar. There is a path of stones representing the Stations of the Cross that leads to a small stone beehive chapel.

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Daily Lough Ree & River Shannon Cruise

Sat 28 Mar 2026 – Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Check official times About 40 min drive €25
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor Booking available

Why it matchesTake a boat trip from Athlone Castle up the River Shannon to Lough Ree. You can listen to commentary on local history and Viking tales, or just enjoy the scenery.

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Slieve Bloom Scenic Glendine Route

Open dates vary · Check official times About 40 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThis is a scenic driving route through the Slieve Bloom mountains with several viewing points. You can stop to take in the views of the hills and the landscape.

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Fernhill

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