Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesRent bikes, child seats, buggies and tandems to explore Portumna Forest Park and trails.
Why it matchesBirr Castle Demesne & Historic Science Centre, home to the Parsons family since 1620, is open all year round with guided castle tours from May to August and other times by prior arrangement.
Why it matchesAt Lough Derg Watersports, based on the north east shore of Lough Derg, you can book in for a guided tour, kids summer camp, learn to kayak or take a paddle picnic, which take place throughout the year.
Why it matchesTearaways Pet Farm & Activity Centre is a family business and the Kennedy's have been farming here for 70 years.
Why it matchesPallas Karting & Adventure Centre is located just 40 minutes from Galway City in Tynagh, Loughrea, and offers superb facilities.
Why it matchesBirr Outdoor Education and Training Centre supplies action packed programmes for young adventurers.
Why it matchesBirr Equestrian Centre in County Offaly offers lessons for adults and children, pony camps, hourly treks on their 160 acre farm and also treks to explore the magnificent Slieve Bloom Mountains.
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Why it matchesLorrha Monastic Village offers a journey back in time.
Why it matchesWalter de Burgo, the Earl of Ulster and a Norman landowner, invited the Dominicans to his estate in Lorrha, County Tipperary in 1269.
Why it matchesCozy country pantry with gluten-free treats, local crafts, and a garden with a mud kitchen and giant games.
Why it matchesThis Castle was built in the 12th Century and rebuilt in the 16th Century by John O'Kennedy.
Why it matchesTake a step back in time and explore the impressive sites around Lorrha in County Tipperary.
Why it matchesA key visitor attraction in North Tipperary, Redwood Castle is a striking example of a Gaelic tower house.
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