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Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
Why it matchesFamilies can pick from a variety of walks, including easy strolls, as part of the Ballyhoura Walking Festival. There is also a music festival with song, dance, and history.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the historic Doneraile Court and its expansive parklands. There are walking trails, a playground, and opportunities to spot deer and Kerry cattle.
Why it matchesFamilies can meet farm animals, go on pony rides, play crazy golf, and explore nature trails. There is an indoor soft play area with electric tractors and a cafe with homemade food.
Why it matchesAt Lismore Heritage Centre, families can take a virtual tour of Lismore Castle with a 360-degree experience and learn its history. There is also an escape room for all ages.
Why it matchesFamilies can meet and pet farm animals, ride a quad and barrel train, and play in the adventure park. There is also a digger park, crazy golf, and a chocolate and ice cream factory.
Why it matchesRent bikes, child seats, trailers, or trikes and cycle the Cork Harbour Greenway or the Midleton to Youghal Greenway. You can also take a guided electric bike tour.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit the public park where Conna Castle is located. The castle itself is not open to visitors, but you can see the historic five-storey tower house from the park.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the large estate, enjoy the grand views, and see deer and rare breed Kerry cattle grazing.
Why it matchesEnjoy live music and guided tours of St Carthage's Cathedral and the Cotton Library. Children can follow a heritage and wildlife trail. Tea and cake will be served.
Why it matchesFamilies can see the unique Hindu Gothic gate at Dromana, which was built to welcome a newlywed couple in the 1800s. It is the only one of its kind in Ireland.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Galty Castle Wood, which is on the slopes of the Galty Mountains. There are different kinds of trees and wildlife to spot. You can do the Attychraan National Looped Walk.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the woodland walking trails and have a picnic near the impressive Ballysaggartmore Towers, which look like something from a fairy tale.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore seven acres of historic gardens at Lismore Castle, with different styles from the 17th and 19th centuries. There are plants, trees, lawns, and sculptures to see.
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