days out in Laois
days out in Laois has equestrian treks in the mountains, scenic driving routes via Mount Arderin, Golf on a Seve Ballesteros designed Championship Golf Course or famous historic sites like the Rock of Dunamase.
County Laois takes it’s name from an medieval Irish kingdom, ruled by Loígis chieftans. It is well served by major road routes and is centrally located in Ireland. The county is renowned as a place of outdoor beauty throughout the Slieve Bloom mountain range.
Laois is home every year to the famous which draws crowds of more than 30,000. For 3 years 2012-2015, Stradbally in Laois was home to the National Ploughing Championships – the largest outdoor agricultural event in Europe, attracting over ¼ million people every year.
Roll n Bowl
Ten pin bowling and indoor activity centre in Portlaoise
Arderin Mountain
Outdoor walks and highest point of Slieve Bloom mountain range
Ballinakill Pool
Outdoor pool maintained by Laois County Council
Emo Court
Neo classical mansion with large gardens, outdoor areas and cafe
Lisduff
Adventure pet farm with indoor and outdoor fun activities for families
Rock of Dunamase
Historic ancient stronghold fortress fought over across centuries
Stradbally Hall
Large estate with activities including paintball, steam rally and more
Stradbally Steam Museum
Several examples of steam engines from 1900s
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