April’s guidebook
Sightseeing
A protected wildlife sanctuary, go and stroll on the 1km boardwalk looping through the bog with stunning sky in the summer evenings
Clara Bog Nature Reserve
A protected wildlife sanctuary, go and stroll on the 1km boardwalk looping through the bog with stunning sky in the summer evenings
Visit the castle, Damer house and walk the walled gardens. There is a twelfth-century high cross in the Black Mills, just a short walk away from the castle so do check that out
Roscrea Castle
Castle StreetVisit the castle, Damer house and walk the walled gardens. There is a twelfth-century high cross in the Black Mills, just a short walk away from the castle so do check that out
Within the Georgian town of Birr is the renowned Birr castle and gardens checkout some of Irelands oldest tree collections as you walk by the river and relax by the lake. play in the tree house and you cannot miss the giant telescope. Its a great day out. All kind of events throughout the year make sure you check out whats going on when you book your stay
70 locals recommend
Birr Castle
Within the Georgian town of Birr is the renowned Birr castle and gardens checkout some of Irelands oldest tree collections as you walk by the river and relax by the lake. play in the tree house and you cannot miss the giant telescope. Its a great day out. All kind of events throughout the year make sure you check out whats going on when you book your stay
Built in the early 1500s , and is known to be the worlds most haunted castle. Lots of history and hauntings to discover there...if you dare.
Leap Castle
Built in the early 1500s , and is known to be the worlds most haunted castle. Lots of history and hauntings to discover there...if you dare.
The picturesque Kinnitty village is on the foothills of the slieve bloom mountain. Lots of guided walks of all levels begin here, or join the Slieve bloom walking festival that takes place in spring.
Kinnitty
The picturesque Kinnitty village is on the foothills of the slieve bloom mountain. Lots of guided walks of all levels begin here, or join the Slieve bloom walking festival that takes place in spring.
Walking, hiking, cycling, mountain biking you choose. There are plenty of routes for all levels of fitness.
46 locals recommend
Slieve Bloom Mountains
Walking, hiking, cycling, mountain biking you choose. There are plenty of routes for all levels of fitness.
Clonmacnoise
Walk among the remains of this famous Monastic site
The town of Nenagh is steeped in heritage, make sure to visit the Neagh heritage centre to find out all the details on festivals in the town. Visit the castle and the gardens they make for a great day out.
13 locals recommend
Nenagh Castle
O'Rahilly StreetThe town of Nenagh is steeped in heritage, make sure to visit the Neagh heritage centre to find out all the details on festivals in the town. Visit the castle and the gardens they make for a great day out.
Things to do
A brilliant theatre and arts centre that always has something going on for everyone. You cannot miss the Birr vintage week and arts festival or the music festival. There is also the scripts and playwriting festival to look forward too. Throughout the year there are great musicians and plays to go and enjoy
13 locals recommend
Birr Theatre & Arts Centre
Oxmantown MallA brilliant theatre and arts centre that always has something going on for everyone. You cannot miss the Birr vintage week and arts festival or the music festival. There is also the scripts and playwriting festival to look forward too. Throughout the year there are great musicians and plays to go and enjoy
Discover the castle steeped in history and walk the 17th century gardens. Enjoy the tearooms. There is the Portumna forest park great for cycling trails and picnics by the lakes.
27 locals recommend
Portumna Castle Harbour
Discover the castle steeped in history and walk the 17th century gardens. Enjoy the tearooms. There is the Portumna forest park great for cycling trails and picnics by the lakes.
This is a lovely day out in nature walk or hire a bike to get around the park. There is a cafe there to enjoy a cuppa by the lough.
33 locals recommend
Lough Boora Discovery Park
This is a lovely day out in nature walk or hire a bike to get around the park. There is a cafe there to enjoy a cuppa by the lough.
Make a break for the big lake.. lots to discover here lovely towns and harbours. Plenty of water sports like cannoning, kayaking, paddle boarding or maybe you want to relax more and go for a cruise, sail or fish for the day.
43 locals recommend
Lough Derg
Make a break for the big lake.. lots to discover here lovely towns and harbours. Plenty of water sports like cannoning, kayaking, paddle boarding or maybe you want to relax more and go for a cruise, sail or fish for the day.
Adult and child Horse riding lessons, pony camps, trekking in the country side and the Slieve bloom mountains. Or maybe you fancy Archery or laser tag all kinds of fun is had here.
Birr Equestrian Centre
Adult and child Horse riding lessons, pony camps, trekking in the country side and the Slieve bloom mountains. Or maybe you fancy Archery or laser tag all kinds of fun is had here.
Orange Hill Wood
A lovely wood nearby for a walk. Spring time it is full of bluebells.
Irelands no 1 Mountain Bike park and uplift service and mucky boot café too
6 locals recommend
Bike Park Ireland
Irelands no 1 Mountain Bike park and uplift service and mucky boot café too
Many people have stayed in our accommodation to attend beautiful weddings and events in Gloster House
Gloster House
Many people have stayed in our accommodation to attend beautiful weddings and events in Gloster House
Meelick Weir Walkway
Walk from Galway to Offaly right across the river Shannon.
Gardens
Gash Gardens
Visit Gash Gardens for the day and take in the beauty of what's in bloom.
Go and discover the old Fancroft Mill, have coffee in the tea room and stroll through the gardens.
Fancroft Mill and Gardens
Go and discover the old Fancroft Mill, have coffee in the tea room and stroll through the gardens.
Milltown Garden Centre
A great range of plants and tools for all your gardening needs.
Keep your eyes peeled for Garden open days at Arthur Shackletons garden where there are rare plants for sale too
Fruitlawn House
Keep your eyes peeled for Garden open days at Arthur Shackletons garden where there are rare plants for sale too
Shanbally House and Gardens
visit the beautiful Shanbally museum and gardens.