Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesRathmullan Sailing School is situated on Ireland's most northerly fjord, Lough Swilly.
Why it matchesAt Tropical World, Letterkenny, County Donegal, you can see hundreds of butterflies in free flight and be greeted by the sound of lorikeets and birds from around the globe serenading you through exotic aviaries.
Why it matchesLurgybrack Open Farm is a special place where all the family can spend the day together watching the animals and having fun.
Why it matchesThe activities at Letterkenny Activity Centre cater for 8 year olds to 80 year olds.
Why it matchesMagherabeg Leisure Centre is open all year round with swimming lessons and fitness classes organised regularly.
Why it matchesArena7 Entertainment Complex in Letterkenny, County Donegal, offers great family entertainment with even tastier food.
Why it matchesEnjoy a tour of Fanad Lighthouse. Step back in time and hear stories about lightkeepers in days gone by.
Why it matchesAura Letterkenny Leisure Complex, County Donegal, offers facilities for health and fitness including a fully equipped gym, pool and exercise classes are offered weekly.
Why it matchesFound along the stunning Mulroy Bay on the Fanad Peninsula, Mulroy Meadow Farm provides guided and educational tours from spring to autumn that are enjoyed by families, school groups and nature lovers.
Why it matchesBernard McGlinchey Town Park provides a variety of amenities including the well equipped Sweet Factory Playground for children, a sculpture trail, picnic areas, seating, and walking trails.
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Why it matchesTradition has it that in 1711, the Babington family built the first house at Greenfort, which is near Kerrykeel in County Donegal.
Why it matchesFor over 60 years the McNutt family have been weaving Donegal tweed and Irish linen at their mill in Downings in the north west of Donegal and have evolved from weaving classic traditional Donegal tweed fabrics to more.
Why it matchesThe Olde Forge at Logue’s of Cranford was built in 1920 by Paddy Logue, grandfather of the current owner.
Why it matchesNatureNorthwest is a nature educator provider for the northwest region.
Why it matchesRathmullan Charters in Rathmullan, County Donegal operate two boats, 'Enterprise 1', a charter angling boat and 'Swilly Explorer', an Inteceptor 42.
Why it matchesDrummonaghan is a Coillte forest recreation site in Ramelton forest, open to the public all year.
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