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
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County Carlow Military Museum (CCMM) is dedicated to the collection, preservation and display of military memorabilia heritage. All artefacts are donated by families of former service men and women and show their careers involving local, national and international events in which they participated.
A range of over 4,500 items cover all periods from Carlow Castle, 1798 Rebellion, 1916 Rising and World War One and Two. Extensive reference material can be used by school groups, tourists, authors and researchers.
📍How to find them: Immediately off the Athy Road in Carlow Town on the grounds of St. Dympna’s Hospital.
Opening Times: Every Sunday, 2pm-5pm beginning St. Patrick’s weekend (17th March).
Every following Wednesday and Friday 12pm-4pm, ending mid-November.
Open at other times by appointment.
Admission: Adults: €4, 13 to 17 years: €3.50, OAP’s: €2.50
School Groups under 13: €1 per person
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🐄🏃♀️ READY TO CHASE THE COO? 🏃♂️🐄
Something a little different is coming to Carlow… 👀
Introducing the Coppenagh Coo 5km Carlow Chase , a brand-new 5km fun run kicking off The Big Barn Bash – Family Food Festival at Coppenagh House Farm on Saturday, 31 October!
Whether you’re chasing a PB, chasing your mates, chasing the kids around the field… or just chasing the Coo 🐄 ,this one is all about getting out, having fun and enjoying a great day at the farm.
🏃 Run it
🚶 Walk it
👨👩👧👦 Bring the family
🐄 Chase the Coo!
And the best bit? Your race entry includes FREE entry to the Big Barn Bash, so once you’ve crossed the finish line, stick around for a full day of food, family fun, farming and entertainment at Coppenagh Farm.
📅 Saturday 31 October
⏰ 10am
📍 Coppenagh Farm, Co. Carlow
🐄 Run. Walk. Chase the Coo. Then Bash.
Sign up now and be part of Carlow’s most unusual 5km!
Go to www.popupraces.ie/race/coppenagh-coo-5km-carlow-chase-2026/
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The Carlow Town Heritage Trail Map is a self-guided walking tour that takes you through the rich history and heritage of this medieval town. Whether you choose to explore for 30 minutes or immerse yourself for a half day, this trail is a great opportunity to delve into Carlow’s rich past.
The map features an illustration of Carlow Town, detailing the town's heritage sites and points of interest. Distinctive information markers guide visitors along the route, providing insightful information and captivating stories at each stop. From the imposing Carlow Castle, a symbol of Norman strength, to the serene beauty of the River Barrow, where the town’s trade and industry once flourished, every stop on the trail reveals a new layer of Carlow’s heritage.
You can pick up a physical copy of the map for free from Carlow Tourism, College Street, Carlow Town (beside Carlow Library). Open Monday to Friday, 10 am to 5pm and Saturdays from 10am to 4 pm (Close 4.30pm during the summer)
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