Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesMedieval re-enactments, sword school and children's axe throwing at Knights & Conquests.
Why it matchesThe Knights and Conquests Exhibition Centre in Granard, County Longford, offers a unique, interactive, part-guided tour that will engage and enthral visitors with Ireland's historic past.
Why it matchesEnjoy the full range of facilities at Cavan Swimming Pool and Leisure Complex, County Cavan, including a fully equipped gymnasium, sports hall, aerobics room, 25m swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and sun bed.
Why it matchesEnjoy family activities at Halloween HQ, creative workshops, live performances and the Fire & Shadows Procession.
Why it matchesHire bikes, trailers and child seats to explore the scenic Royal Canal Greenway from Ballymahon.
Why it matchesThis welcoming, quaint and curious centre is in an old schoolhouse built in 1898.
Why it matchesWorld War 1 Trench Experience is becoming a prominent attraction for visitors since it opened in August 2014, and includes sound and visual effects to enhance the experience and educate visitors on life in the trenches.
Why it matchesDrop in and enjoy a packed programme of creative activities and live entertainment, including arts and crafts, face painting, storytelling, music, and the ever-popular Bug & Reptile Zoo.
Why it matchesEnjoy imaginative scarecrows, family games, a dog show, live music, amusements and local stalls.
Why it matchesReconnect with land and food in the company of Longford Hero Food Champions Fiona Egan and her husband Michael Farrell at Cloughan Farm & Cookery School in Cloughan, County Longford.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesImmersive escape room experience in Longford where teams solve puzzles and riddles to beat the clock.
Why it matchesMidland Karting is located in the heart of County Longford in Cranalagh More, Edgeworthstown.
Why it matchesLocated in the heart of Ireland, just over an hour from Dublin, Edgeworthstown House is the place to discover the charm of 18th and 19th century literary Ireland and follow in the footsteps of famous literary figures.
Why it matchesThe beautiful parkland of Tullynally Castle & Gardens is surrounded by the hills and lakes of north County Westmeath.
Why it matchesDerrycassan - Main Avenue Walk is a 3.3 km loop walking trail graded Easy.
Why it matchesThe design of the St. Fethlimidh’s Cathedral is in middle-pointed Gothic style.
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