WELCOME TO CARLOW

You won’t find a warmer welcome  in Ireland or a better location for your next getaway. Carlow is a place where breath-taking scenery, outdoor adventures, fabulous food and culture combine to create unforgettable experiences.

Discover the timeless and unspoiled Carlow landscape. Picturesque villages, meandering rivers, rolling hills combined with the colourful tales of our people, past and present. Explore our rich heritage and vibrant present. Feel inspired. Feel charmed. Feel free. Wander off the Track and uncover a world of hidden gems in Carlow

#KeepDiscovering Ireland’s Ancient East with Carlow.

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Get ready for a whirlwind of fun at the main attractions! Chug along with steam engines. Rev your engines with vintage tractors/trucks and machinery.

Cruise through classic cars and motorcycles. Discover treasures at craft stalls and trade stalls while the kids enjoy the carnival.

The event is hosted in the aid of Carlow Kilkenny Homecare and local charities.

T: 087 798 7537 (Avril), 085 810 0004 (Leanne)
E: fenaghsteamrally@gmail.com
W: www.fenaghsteamandheritagerally.com
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Get ready for a whir

🍃There are an abundance of lovely trails and hikes in Carlow to choose from and explore. Looped walks are located throughout the county with distances varying from 2km to 6km.

Clashganny Forest Trails offer the user gentle walks on forest roads and along the Barrow Way with magnificent views of Clashganny Lock and the River Barrow. Much of the walk is through an old wood which has had forestry cover present since the 1800s.

The Clashganny Lock Loop is 3.5km long and takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete over flat terrain.
The Clashganny Forest Looped Walk covers a distance of 6km, taking two hours to complete.
Some of the local scenic villages are Borris, St. Mullins, Rathanna and Graiguenamanagh where you can hire bicycles, kayaks, and canoes.

Visit here for more info:
carlowtourism.com/outdoor-activities/clashganny-looped-walk/

Where to eat? This is the perfect place to head on a Sunday when your walk can finish with a delicious lunch at Clashganny House Restaurant. Alternatively check out Step House Hotel in Borris Town.

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🍃There are an abu

For those seeking a rewarding and invigorating challenge, the Scullogue Gap hike is an ideal choice!

This A hike offers the perfect combination of breath-taking scenery and exercise, taking in several of the highest peaks in the Blackstairs Mountains. Starting from the picturesque Scullogue Gap, this route leads you through some of the most stunning landscapes in County Carlow!

More info and booking here: carlowtourism.com/product/scullogue-gap-a-walk/
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