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Why it matchesThis free heritage day at Céide Fields offers demonstrations of wildcrafts and gold panning, along with other fun activities for all the family.
Why it matchesTake a boat trip from Enniscrone Pier into Killala Bay. You can choose from one or two-hour trips, or a half or full-day sea safari. Look out for birds and dolphins, and learn about local history and folklore from the skipper.
Why it matchesThis family-friendly festival in Foxford offers four days of traditional Irish music, song, dance, and storytelling. You can enjoy concerts, sessions, workshops, and cultural events with talented performers.
Why it matchesFamilies can try out lots of traditional Irish musical instruments in interactive workshops. You will learn to play a song together.
Why it matchesWatch skilled sheepdogs at work and learn about their role in Irish farming. You can even try training a dog yourself.
Why it matchesThis festival offers stargazing, talks, workshops, and seashore safaris. By day, explore the landscape; by night, enjoy nightscapes, music, and a Lantern Walk.
Why it matchesThis festival in Newport celebrates local heritage and music with street entertainment, live concerts, and events for children.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a swim with a 65-metre waterslide and a separate pool for younger children. There is also an outdoor playground. Adults can use the gym and spa facilities.
Why it matchesExplore the Céide Fields, the world's oldest known stone-walled fields, dating back 6,000 years. See the visitor centre and a viewing platform on a 110-metre-high cliff.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk along the coast at Downpatrick Head, see the D Briste sea stack, and look for seabirds. There is a holy well and a stone cross to visit.
Why it matchesThis offers a variety of holidays and experiences, including farm stays, surf and stay, and traditional Irish music, all tailored to your family's interests and language level.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore plants, garden products, and outdoor living displays. There's a cafe for food and drinks, and seasonal events and workshops happen throughout the year.
Why it matchesWalk across the old railway viaduct, which has seven arches, and get some grand views of the river and the area around it. It's part of the Great Western Greenway.
Why it matchesExplore Belleek Woods in Ballina, Mayo, with its walking trails, historical features like the famine wall and concrete boat, and native wildlife. You might spot foxes, red squirrels, and various birds.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a Victorian Gothic house, wander through 30 acres of gardens, parkland, and woodland, and see the National Folklife Collection at the museum. There are riverside walks and an ornamental lake.
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