Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesMellowes Adventure Centre is a fun kids activity centre and party venue for children up to 10 years.
Why it matchesCausey Farm is home to pasture fed sheep and cattle with 350 acres of rolling farmland.
Why it matchesAura Leisure is home to Navan's only 25m swimming pool.
Why it matchesKey attractions include a good scare where demonic forces have taken root in the corn fields at Farmaphobia in Causey Farm, wander Between Musical Worlds at the Púca Festival or test your skills with Maleficent on the.
Why it matchesExplore scenic coastal walks, the historic Valentia Lighthouse, and the Transatlantic Cable Station on this scenic island.
Why it matchesAn outdoor multi-activity adventure park in the grounds of Navan Racecourse in the Boyne Valley.
Why it matchesEnjoy a family Halloween festival with pumpkin carving, magic shows, laser tag, inflatables, and go-karts.
Why it matchesA dizzying display of Halloween circus performers with an Irish twist and live Irish music.
Why it matchesBailieborough Leisure Centre has a 20m swimming pool which is heated to 29 degrees Celsius.
Why it matchesEnjoy family fishing lessons and guided boat fishing trips on lakes in County Meath with expert instruction.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesThe town of Kells, in County Meath, is one of the highlights of any tour of Ireland’s historic Boyne Valley.
Why it matchesFamily-friendly centre near ancient passage tombs with a playground, glamping and cafe.
Why it matchesA daytime Halloween farm experience for children aged 2–12, with a corn maze, train ride, farm animals, tunnels, games and a mirror maze.
Why it matchesExplore corn mazes, mirror mazes, mineshaft tunnels, farm animals and Halloween fun at Causey Farm.
Why it matchesRockfield House welcomes you to a Downton Abbey and Bridgerton inspired party where you can indulge in the glamour and elegance of a bygone era.
Why it matchesIn the 9th century, Kells was known as Áinius Érenn, the splendour of Ireland.
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