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Things to do near Scarnagh Upper

All ages · up to 60 min · any budget

6 strong matches for your family · plus 18 more nearby Live listings from Fáilte Ireland and Heritage Ireland
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Tick-Tock Activity Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times About 5 min drive Check price
Suits all ages Indoor & outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesChildren can hold and feed farm animals like rabbits, sheep, and donkeys. There are indoor and outdoor play areas, mini tractors, and an activity bus for painting and other creative fun.

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Wexford Lavender Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times About 5 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore five acres of lavender fields, take a ride on Billy the Bull quad barrel train, get lost in a maze, and play in the children's playground and woodland walks.

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Kia Ora Mini Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times About 10 min drive Check price
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesFamilies can feed and hold animals, ride a fire engine, explore a maze, and play on go-karts and diggers. There are also seasonal events at Halloween, Christmas, and Easter.

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Gorey Market House Festival 2026

Fri 31 Jul 2026 – Sun 2 Aug 2026 · Check official times About 15 min drive Free
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor No booking needed

Why it matchesThis festival offers three days of free music, family fun, and community events. You can enjoy live music, a family fun day in the park, a superhero run, a busking competition, and a street market with food and artisan stalls.

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Kidzone

Open dates vary · Check official times About 15 min drive Check price
Best for ages 2-10 Indoor activity Check opening details

Why it matchesKidzone in Gorey is an indoor play area with a three-tier climbing frame, triple slide, ball pool, and a football arena. It also has a spooky room and is good for birthday parties.

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Tinahely Farm Shop, Restaurant, Activity Centre & Animal Walkway

Open dates vary · Check official times About 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesChildren can play in the Activity Barn with ping pong, fuze ball, and an indoor beach. They can also pet and feed donkeys, ponies, pigs, and goats. There is a pedal go-kart track. Families can eat in the restaurant.

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Kilmurry Nursery and Garden

Open dates vary · Check official times About 10 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore the award-winning Kilmurry Nursery and Garden, which specialises in herbaceous perennials, grasses, and ferns. It is a good spot to see different plant varieties.

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Marlfield House & Gardens

Open dates vary · Check official times About 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore 36 acres of gardens, woodlands, and a lake with an island. There are paths to follow, interesting plants to see, and a wildfowl reserve.

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Craanford Mills

Open dates vary · Check official times About 20 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore Craanford Mills to see how water powered the milling process. It has original machinery and tells stories of rural life and local history in a peaceful setting.

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Springmount Garden Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times About 20 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore a wide range of plants, trees, fruits, and vegetables. There is also a garden shop with gifts and a cafe for meals.

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