Family things to do near Upperchurch, Co. Tipperary

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Farney Castle

Open dates vary · Check official times Holycross · Tipperary 14 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFarney Castle in County Tipperary is the only round tower in Ireland occupied as a family home.

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Crossogue Equestrian Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Thurles · Tipperary 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesEnjoy a delightful and personal experience at the Crossogue Equestrian Centre where only a small number of guests join the Molloys on their farm in Thurles, County Tipperary.

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Tipperary Mountain Trekking Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Borrisoleigh · Tipperary 16 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesLocated deep in Ireland’s horse country, the Tipperary Mountain Trekking Centre is surrounded by the beautiful mountain countryside of Borrisoleigh in County Tipperary, a county long known for its association with.

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Fairy Fort Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times Tipperary 23 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBreathe the fresh country air, relax, and unwind at Fairy Fort Farm in Borrisoleigh County Tipperary.

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Cabragh Wetlands Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Holycross · Tipperary 23 min drive Check price
Suits all ages 2-3 hours Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesExplore nature trails, river walks, bird watching and the Cosmic Walk at Cabragh Wetlands Centre.

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Upperchurch - Eamonn a Chnoic Loop via Mogland

Open dates vary · Check official times Upperchurch · Tipperary 1 min drive Check price
No specific child age guidance is stated 1-2 hours Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesUpperchurch - Eamonn a Chnoic Loop via Mogland is a 7.6 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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Upperchurch - Eamonn a Chnoic via Glown

Open dates vary · Check official times Upperchurch · Tipperary 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesUpperchurch - Eamonn a Chnoic via Glown is a 6.6 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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Thurles Racecourse

Open dates vary · Check official times Thurles · Tipperary 16 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesWatch National Hunt horse racing at this privately owned Tipperary racecourse during winter months.

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Birchhill Loop

Open dates vary · Check official times Upperchurch · Tipperary 8 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBirchhill Loop is a 7.5 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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The Source Arts Centre Thurles

Thurles · Tipperary 19 min drive Check price
Best for ages 4 and up 1-2 hours Indoor activity Check opening details

Why it matchesThurles cultural venue featuring a theatre, art gallery, and a year-round programme of children's events and theatre.

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