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Laois

With a multitude of activities and a rich, mythological past, Laois is the place to be

Homegrown dishes from Laois
Emo Court
Rock of Dunamaise
Heywood Gardens

From left to right: Homegrown dishes from Laois, Emo Court, Rock of Dunamaise, Heywood Gardens

From top music festivals to the seductive beauty of the Slieve Blooms, Laois is an inspiring county that has a quality all of its own. 

The ever-changing landscape whispers of a rich history and is imbued with myth and legend, and over 1,000 heritage sites take you on a fascinating journey into Laois’s past. 

For a holiday that transports you into an unspoiled natural wilderness then Laois is a perfect destination – among the county’s many activities are beautiful mountain walks in the Slieve Blooms, riding, golfing and barge-trips.

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The Folksong Collection

08 Jan 2009 - 08 Jan 2009

The Folksong Collection at the Kavanagh's, Portlaoise.

Liam O'Maonlai

09 Jan 2009 - 09 Jan 2009

Liam O'Maonlai at the Kavanagh's, Portlaoise.

Trad Session

15 Jan 2009 - 15 Jan 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

The Dunamaise Arts Centre

17 Jan 2009 - 17 Jan 2009

The Dunamaise Arts Centre is a purpose built theatre and arts centre situated in the centre of Portlaoise, Co. Laois in the heart...

Jack L

17 Jan 2009 - 17 Jan 2009

Jack L at the Dunamaise Arts Centre.

Trad Session

22 Jan 2009 - 22 Jan 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Trad Session

29 Jan 2009 - 29 Jan 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Status Quo

03 Feb 2009 - 03 Feb 2009

Status Quo at the Heritage Hotel, Portlaoise.

Trad Session

05 Feb 2009 - 05 Feb 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

David O'Doherty

06 Feb 2009 - 06 Feb 2009

David O'Doherty at the Kavanagh's, Portlaoise.

The Gospel Project in Concert

06 Feb 2009 - 06 Feb 2009

The Gospel Project in Concert at the Dunamaise Arts Centre.

Paddy Keenan

12 Feb 2009 - 12 Feb 2009

Paddy Keenan at the Kavanagh's, Portlaoise.

Neil Delamere

13 Feb 2009 - 13 Feb 2009

Neil Delamere at the Heritage Hotel, Portlaoise.

Neil Delamere

13 Feb 2009 - 13 Feb 2009

Neil Delamere at the Kavanagh's, Portlaoise.

Trad Session

19 Feb 2009 - 19 Feb 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Trad Session

26 Feb 2009 - 26 Feb 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Trad Session

05 Mar 2009 - 05 Mar 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Trad Session

19 Mar 2009 - 05 Mar 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Trad Session

26 Mar 2009 - 05 Mar 2009

Trad Session at the Gandon Inn.

Festival of the Mountain

19 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

Auld Time Family Festival with Family competitions, games and fun for all ages. Queen of the Mountain, King of the Mountain, Bonny...

Electric Picnic Music Festival

04 Sep 2009 - 06 Sep 2009

The rolling lawns of Stradbally Hall provides the perfect setting for a feast of eclectic music, entertainment and food. The...

 

 

 

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HERITAGE GOLF & SPA RESORT - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

3 nights in our Self Catering Golf Homes, with complimentary welcome hamper and access to resort facilities €520

Brielle House - 7 Days Self-Catering

 

While staying at Brielle House you can enjoy many local attractions, hill walking (Slieve Bloom), fishing, forests, pet farms,...

Brielle House - 2 nights Self-Catering

 

While staying at Brielle House you can enjoy many local attractions, hill walking (Slieve Bloom), fishing, forests, pet farms,...

HERITAGE GOLF & SPA RESORT - General Offer

 

1 B&B + 1 Dinner + The Heritage Spa Experience + Champagne Cocktail + Kildare Village VIP invitation €175 pps

Heritage Golf & Spa Resort (The) - The Heritage Revival Break

 

to include one night accommodation with breakfast, one evening meal in the Arlington Room and one Heritage Spa Experience

 

 

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HERITAGE GOLF & SPA RESORT - 3 nights Self-Catering

HERITAGE GOLF & SPA RESORT - 3 nights Self-Catering

3 nights in our Self Catering Golf Homes, with complimentary welcome hamper and access to resort facilities €520

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The oldest mountain range in Europe is the Slieve Blooms in County Laois.

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