Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesBallyhass Adventure Group - Coachford is based in Coachford, just 20 minutes outside Cork City on the River Lee.
Why it matchesFarran Forest Park is located on the southern shore of Inniscarra lake in County Cork.
Why it matchesZipit Forest Adventures provide a fun filled, environmentally friendly, adrenaline experience suitable for adventure lovers and families.
Why it matchesWatch tin soldiers being cast in a working factory, see painters at work, and join a figure painting workshop.
Why it matchesImmersive miniature play town with fourteen themed role-play areas and an on-site café.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesMacroom Castle’s story reflects the trials and tribulations of Irish society over the centuries, passing from the hands of the Carew Clan to the McCarthys, when they became overlords in the region.
Why it matchesLee Valley Equestrian Centre offers horse riding lessons, livery services, and equestrian events in Crookstown, Cork.
Why it matchesCitywide music participation programme featuring toddler sessions, children's tuition and trad workshops across Cork City Library branches.
Why it matchesThe Briery Gap venue brings the best of talent from Ireland and overseas to the cultural hub of Macroom, which is close to Gaeltacht Mhúscraí.
Why it matchesEnjoy guided pony trekking through the Boggeragh Mountains and Blackwater River valley.
Why it matchesThe Gearagh gets its name from "An Gaoire", the wooden river.
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