Laois

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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11th Annual Laois Walks Festival

01 Jul 2012 - 29 Jul 2012

The Annual Laois Walks Festival is a unique month long looped walks festival featuring walks in a variety of terrains including...

Ossory Agricultural Show

22 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

The Ossory Show was founded in 1898. The showground is located in Rathdowney, County Laois, in the heart of Ireland.

Clonaslee Show

02 Sep 2012 - 02 Sep 2012

Annual Show - Cattle - Sheep - Horses - Ponies - Dogs - Horticulture - Cookery - Crafts - Trade Stands - Vintage Display - Rural...

 

 

 

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Explore Ireland's waterways and pick up tips from the Sir Ernest Shackleton Exhibition

Explore Ireland's waterways and pick up tips from the Sir Ernest Shackleton Exhibition

<br>Experience the Irish countryside from a delightfully different perspective.</br> <br>Travel by barge through rustic landscape,...

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