Center Parcs has today (Friday 30 October 2015) submitted a formal planning application for a new Village in Longford, Ireland. Less than two years after the hugely successful opening of its fifth Village, Woburn Forest in Bedfordshire, UK the company plans to develop a 395 acre site in Newcastle Wood, County Longford, into what will be their sixth Village and first
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The Minister for Tourism, Transport and Sport, Paschal Donohoe TD, together with Minister of State, Michael Ring TD, today (Tuesday 1th April 2015 ) officially launched Ireland’s Ancient East, Fáilte Ireland’s latest tourism initiative which will build on the wealth of historical and cultural assets in the east and south of Ireland. Fáilte Ireland has spent the last year working
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Wicklow is situated immediately South of Dublin and is aptly named the ‘Garden Of Ireland’. Within an hours drive from Dublin, visitors can be trekking through beautiful countryside taking in forests, cliffs and wide open scenic landscapes. For family days out in Wicklow, the county has a multitude of activities, heritage and historic sites, golf, fishing, equestrian, shopping – the
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Days out in Carlow, situated just over 80km from Dublin with a haven of attractions providing excellent choices for families and groups. Located in the South East of Ireland, the county offers splendid countryside, set against the beautiful backdrop of the Blackstairs mountains that lie on the border of Co. Carlow and Co. Wexford. Carlow town enjoys a picturesque setting on
Read moreLarrys Barge Cruises offer the opportunity to cruise along the River Barrow in Carlow / Kilkenny following the course of this beautiful inland waterway. Under the expert watch of experienced skipper Larry, try a 1 day family day out in Carlow or book a 3 day cruise experience where you can sleep overnight in the barge for a truly memorable
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Good news is always nice and it seems there’s more to go around after Fáilte Ireland (Ireland’s National Tourism Authority) published the 2013 guide to Ireland’s Top 10 attractions. The once again takes the lead, ahead of Dublin Zoo, with both venues crossing the million visitors mark which is a phenomenal achievement. Visitors to the famous Guinness Storehouse were up
Read moreKiltale Holiday Home is a holiday complex in Co Meath offering cottage style and also converted 2 storey accommodation for families. Noted for the range of onsite activities offered for all the family covering diverse topics like language courses, Art Activities and Pet Farm featuring animals like ducks, chickens, geese, lambs, donkeys, ponies, goats and much more. Activities are available to
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The best days out in Dublin and in the East of the country. Dublin has some of the country’s best days out including Ireland’s top paid Visitor Attraction – The Guinness Storehouse and also Ireland’s top free Visitor Attraction – The National Gallery of Ireland. Check out Dublin tours and visitor attractions, or stay overnight in some of the Ireland’s
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Find some of the best days out in Galway and things to do in the West of Ireland. View in a larger map is Ireland’s premier show cave and is situated in the Burren Co Clare, a place of stunning natural beauty on Ireland’s west coast. Take a 30 minute tour with expert guides as youi travel through this underground
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Bringing you some of the best day out in Cork and Southern Ireland for Families and Groups… View in a larger map Prince August Toy Soldier factory is Ireland’s only dedicated toy soldier making factory. Tours and work shops are available all year round with great Easter and Christmas events. Very popular for family days out and schools tours.
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