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Carlow Tourism

1 day ago

Mountainadventures74.com runs its Mountain Skills 1 course in the Blackstairs Mountains this weekend April 1st – April 2nd.

This course aims to help walkers learn the skills needed to get out hiking in the hills and mountains independently, safely, and responsibly.

Book your place here: tinyurl.com/2p8pk456

For further details visit: www.mountainadventures74.com

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Carlow Tourism

1 day ago

🎶 Fleadh Cheoil Cheatharlach are delighted to announce that this year’s Carlow Fleadh will take place on the weekend of March 31st to April 2nd in the picturesque village of Leighlinbridge, Co.Carlow.

This year’s Fleadh will kick off Friday the 31st with a special performance from the group “Nasc”, featuring Tara Breen (fiddle), Pádraig Rynne (concertina) and Jim Murray (guitar).

Friday 31st of March Leighlinbridge Parish Centre.
Doors open at 7.30, show starts at 8pm.
Tickets €15.

Competitions will be held on Saturday the 1st of April, beginning with the “Fun Fleadh” for all primary school musicians; followed by Official Comhaltas Competitions in the afternoon.

More details on their facebook page Fleadh Cheoil CheatharlachFleadh Cheoil Cheatharlach

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Carlow Tourism

2 days ago

Keep the little ones entertained this Easter with the Rathwood Easter Train running from April 1st to April 10th.

🐰 Hop, Skip and Jump aboard the Rathwood Express Train to The Rathwood Big Top and enjoy an Egg-cellent Musical Show along with an action-packed Egg Hunt hunt in the Maze of Ireland!

Starting from €13.95
👉Book now: www.baby-and-child.com/easter

- A fun-filled train ride on the Rathwood express through the magical forest with surprises along the way.

- Enjoy a 40-minute Egg-cellent Musical Show full of fun & laughter in The Big Top.

- An Egg-citing egg hunt in our Maze of Ireland.

- Each child will receive a handmade chocolate egg from the Easter Bunny and a yummy hot chocolate with Marshmallows.

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Carlow Tourism

3 days ago

We had a fantastic time yesterday on our familiarisation trip, visiting just a few of the many attractions located around the north of the county.

Our first stop was the mystical Brownshill Dolmen. Located in a quiet, picturesque meadow just 3km outside Carlow town. Europe’s largest portal dolmen has captured the imagination of historians and visitors alike for centuries.

We then arrived at Altamont Gardens. An enchanting blend of formal and informal gardens with riverside walks covering over 40 acres, we highly recommend visiting for a relaxing stroll in nature especially as the days get warmer and brighter. We then made our way to the Walled Garden situated within the grounds of the estate where you can find Altamont Plants and popped into Sugar and Spice Café for a bite to eat.

After lunch we made our way to Myshall where we visited The Adelaide Memorial Church. An incredible structure built as a miniature of Salisbury Cathedral in England, this architectural gem was completed in 1912 by John Duguid of Dover, to commemorate his wife Adelaide and his daughter Constance.

Our Next stop was Clonegal to visit the hauntingly beautiful Huntington Castle and Weavers Cottages. Huntington Castle is set in over 160 acres of gardens, woodland and farmland. A direct descendant of the castle’s founders, current custodian Alexander Durdin Robertson and his family is keeping tradition alive in a decidedly hands-on fashion. Their guided tour of the castle provided a window into its fascinating past. We then visited The Weavers Cottages found just outside the entrance of Huntington Castle. A fascinating look at the many items, artefacts, furniture and pictures from bygone times.

We then arrived at our final destination, Duckett's Grove. The home of the Duckett family, was formerly at the centre of a 20,000 acre estate that has dominated the Carlow landscape for over 300 years. Even in ruin, the surviving towers and turrets of Duckett’s Grove form a romantic profile making it one of the most photogenic historic buildings in the country.

A great day out, meeting the friendly people of Carlow and taking in some of the beautiful locations we have in this county.

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Carlow Tourism

5 days ago

🌸Now that Spring has arrived, it is the perfect time to get out and about exploring all that Carlow’s wonderful towns and villages have to offer. Today we explore #Tullow

Located in the River Slaney Valley in the midst of rich, fertile agricultural land. Tullow is also the ancestral home of the famous Wolseley family – Frederick York Wolseley gave his name to the Wolseley car. It is known locally as the granite town because of the fine stone used in its walls and public buildings.

Just a small drive out of town there is a heritage site, Rathgall Stone Fort, An extensive hillside fortification with 8th century outer walls and later medieval inner walls. Evidence from excavations carried out at Rathgall suggests that hill forts were constructed from the late Bronze Age (800 B.C.) into the Iron Age and continued to be used into post medieval times.

Mount Wolseley Hotel Spa & Golf Resort is located on the grounds of the 18th century ancestral home of Frederick York Wolseley, whose family became synonymous with the automotive industry. This charming resort offers an eclectic blend of contemporary design and lavish detail surrounded by 200 acres of peaceful landscape.

Rathwood Home and Garden World has a beauty salon, ladies boutiques, furniture showrooms, a garden centre, a restaurant and much more. There are lovely woodland walks, a children’s playground, the Maze of Ireland and a train ride.

Housed in an attractive, stone built, former Methodist church at the River Slaney Bridge. Tullow Museum features an eclectic collection of artefacts reflecting local history. The museum also features a collection of local photographs and information on burial gravestones.

Absolute heaven for lovers of chocolate and ice cream everywhere The Chocolate Garden of Ireland is a working chocolate and ice cream factory offering chocolate-making sessions/workshops free play area will keep the younger ones happy. Set in beautiful northeast Carlow, it’s a must if you are in the area, Its café offers its own artisan ice cream, delicious sundaes and wide array of chocolates and treats.

Established in 1924, Flynns Tullow is a 72 seat foodhall complete with Supermac’s Restaurant and Papa John’s Pizza. It also includes a Top Oil forecourt, Spar shop with Insomnia coffee, Smooch ice cream, off licence, ATM, Wi-Fi, toilets and lottery all under one roof. 140 car parking spaces are shared with Aldi while the forecourt includes a brush wash, self-serve cabinet wash and vacuum. Buses welcome.

JJ’s Bar is a traditional, comfortable bar in the heart of Tullow Town. A warm welcome and friendly service is guaranteed from the hospitable owner John Jackman. Music on selected nights at weekends and you can enjoy traditional Irish music once a month.

Three-time winner of the prestigious County Carlow Black and White Pub of the Year. TARA ARMS, Tullow is your ultimate destination venue where you’ll receive a warm welcome and a great dining experience. An open fire, a friendly welcome, and a nice smile for everyone

Have a look at the interactive map of Tullow:
www.carlowtourism.com/tullow-map/

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