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History & Heritage

Dramatically shaped by heroic events through the centuries, Ireland has a fascinating heritage just waiting to be discovered

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Viking Festival

27 Jun 2009 - 28 Jun 2009

• Farmers/Food Market (12noon-6pm on Essex Street East and Essex Street West). • Celtic/Nordic Mandala (Street Art) • Viking...

JFK Dunbrody - New Ross 800 Festival

17 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

A special theme of “Bringing them all Back Home”, as the Irish Diaspora are invited to come to New Ross for a celebration of Irish...

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Castles

Whether crawling through centuries-old ruins or relaxing in 5-star luxury, Ireland’s castles pay homage to the inhabitants of times past

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Ancient Monuments

With a phenomenal array of historical attractions, Ireland is a thrilling destination for anyone with even a fleeting interest in the relics of the past

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Heritage centres

Experience Ireland’s history up close with a trip to one of the country’s many fascinating heritage centres

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Listings

Muckross House Gardens And Traditional Farms
Muckross House Gardens And Traditional Farms

Muckross House is a magnificent Victorian mansion and one of Ireland’s...

Cloghan Castle
Cloghan Castle

Cloghan Castle is one of the few medieval castles which is both lived...

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DEER PARK HOTEL GOLF & SPA - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

DEER PARK HOTEL GOLF & SPA - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

Deer Park Hotel is within easy access of Dublin City and Airport. This great value family break include 2 night stay with a full...

Did you know?

Leap Castle has reputedly got a very smelly spectre, which was even witnessed by poet WB Yeats during a stay at the castle!