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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 matchesIreland's largest indoor entertainment hub featuring e-karting, bowling, laser tag, mini golf, and arcade games.
Why it matchesAthlone Regional Sports Centre boasts an extensive variety of exercise and fitness equipment.
Why it matchesFounded by Saint Ciaran in the mid-6th century, it became a great centre of religion and learning, visited by scholars from all over the world.
Why it matchesTearaways Pet Farm & Activity Centre is a family business and the Kennedy's have been farming here for 70 years.
Why it matchesBirr Outdoor Education and Training Centre supplies action packed programmes for young adventurers.
Why it matchesChildren can let their imagination unfold and explore a labyrinth of wild willow and enclosed passages while on the lookout for the 14 resident fairies, fairy doors, wishing chairs and wishing stones.
Why it matchesLocated in an idyllic country setting, yet only 3 miles from Athlone Town in County Westmeath, Athlone Equestrian Centre’s first priority is to provide a safe and fun learning experience for both adults and children.
Why it matchesDún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park is a cultural and recreational site whose name means ‘fort of the fairies’.
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Why it matchesClara Bog and Mongan Bog are located in County Offaly.
Why it matchesHear the ancient tales of gods and goddesses who once roamed these sacred waters.
Why it matchesEnjoy the thrill of captaining your own cruiser while exploring the various towns and villages on your Shannon adventure with Silver Line Cruisers.
Why it matchesWatershed Fly Fishing is owned and operated by Johannes Bulfin, who grew up fishing the very waters he now guides on.
Why it matchesSt Ciarán founded his monastery on the banks of the River Shannon in the 6th Century.
Why it matchesExplore the untouched nature, clean air and clear water of Ireland’s waterways in one of Carrickcraft's cruisers.
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