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Things to Do
Walled Garden - Medieval Banquet - Golf
- Sightseeing
Golf
Doonbeg, Killarney, Lahinch, Tralee, Ballybunion-Old - just some
of the classic courses you may choose to play.
Sightseeing
Bunratty Folk Park,
recreates rural and urban life in 19th century Victorian Ireland.
There is an extensive array of vernacular buildings; indicative
of all of the social strata from the poorest one roomed dwelling
to Bunratty House, a fine example of a Georgian residence for
the gentry. Traditional jobs and crafts are also represented,
milling, the forge, pottery, printing, baking, farming etc.
Costumed characters that recreate the traditions and lifestyle
of a bygone age animate the Folk Park. The characters include
the Bean a Ti (woman of the house), R.I.C. policeman, Schoolteacher,
Blacksmith and so on.
Medieval Banquet is held each evening throughout the year with
a second seating as required.
Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs: are 8km long and 214m high, it is here that one can
most easily get a feel for the wildness of the terrain over which
the Celts wandered, for although they built imposing castles,
very often they preferred the outdoor nomadic life and enjoyed
the hunt.
Opening Times*:
March - May - 09:30 - 18:00 | July - August - 09:30 to 20:00
| Sept. - Oct. - 09:30 to 18:00. Opening times are subject to
change.
The Rock of Cashel is one of the most spectacular archeological
sites in Ireland. It sits on the outskirts of Cashel on a large
mound of limestone bristling with ancient fortifications. Mighty
stone walls encircle a complete round tower, a roofless abbey,
a 12th century Romanesque chapel, and numerous other buildings
and high crosses. The Rock of Cashel is composed four structures
which are the Hall of the Vicars Choral, the cathedral, the round
tower, and Cormac's Chapel. Hore Abbey is about one kilometer
north at the base of the rock.
Kissing the Blarney stone
Blarney is a world renowned tourist attraction and should not
be missed by anyone visiting the South West of Ireland.
The world famous Blarney Stone is situated high up in the battlements
of the castle. Follow one of the several long, stone spiral staircases
up to the top and enjoy the spectacular views of the lush green
Irish countryside, Blarney House and The Village of Blarney.
Ring of Kerry
The Ring of Kerry is part of the mystical & unspoilt Ireland
that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. It's spectacular
beauty is beyond question and it is a natural centre for outdoor
pursuits including golf, watersports , cycling, walking, riding
and the very best fisdhing for salmon & trout. The Ring of
Kerry has some of the finest beaches in Europe that provide all
the facilities for a traditional seaside holiday. Above all the
Ring of Kerry provides an amazing insight into the ancient heritage
of Ireland - see the Iron Age Forts & Ogham Stones, Old Monasteries
and a landscape carved out of rock by the last Ice Age 10,000
years ago.
Knappogue
Castle Walled Garden
Knappogue offers a newly restored 19th century walled garden
set against the beautiful backdrop of Knappogue Castle, Quin,
in the heartland of County Clare.
Dating from 1817, the beautiful
1.248 acre garden is now restored to its former splendour. The
tall and imposing walls of the walled garden, have now been refurnished
with climbing roses, grapevines and many clematis varieties.
The garden's centrepiece -
Bacchus, the Greek God of Wine, reflects the former epicurean
philosophy & lifestyle of the mediaeval castle. The garden’s
main features include the pergola, the tranquil bandstand, the
rockery with fernery, shrubberies and pathways lined with herbaceous
borders. The garden supplies the Castle with fresh herbs for
daily use in the preparation of the mediaeval banquet.
In the magical setting of Knappogue
Castle, this is a romantic oasis to sit and picnic or just escape
the ‘madding crowd’. This young garden offers horticultural
therapy, a healing environment for all, and provides a tranquil
haven with something of interest for everyone.
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