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Carlow

With a great location in the sunny South East, Carlow basks in rich history

Old Leighlin Church
The glorious Carlow countryside
Leighlinbridge
Cruising the canal in Carlow

From left to right: Old Leighlin Church, The glorious Carlow countryside, Leighlinbridge, Cruising the canal in Carlow

Carlow, Ireland’s second smallest county, is a glistening jewel in the heart of the sunny  South East. 

The rich pasturelands, green countryside, colourful mountains and tranquil River Barrow lend a scenic air to a county that is stepped in pre-Celtic heritage. 

Whether you long to let your imagination run wild over ancient dolmens, or you dream of gliding peacefully along deserted riverways on your very own barge, Carlow is an inspirational destination.

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Snowdrop Week at Altamont Gardens

09 Feb 2009 - 15 Feb 2009

Today, Altamont Gardens represent the achievements of successive generations of the Lecky-Watson and North Families, and are now...

Carlow Golf Club Open Week

30 May 2009 - 06 Jun 2009

Set in the beautiful green countryside of the South East, Carlow Golf Club is an 18 hole Parkland course laid out in a former wild...

Eigse Carlow Arts Festival

06 Jun 2009 - 13 Jun 2009

Éigse Carlow Arts Festival: 6th -13th June 2009 is one of Ireland’s largest arts festivals and the first major summer festival of...

 

 

 

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DOLMEN HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a weekend break including two nights bed and breakfast with one evening meal, at this luxurious property with impressive...

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Well you would think it was the most natural thing in the world being surrounded by sea, with lush green pastures, a climate...

WOLSELEY PARK GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB - 7 Days Self-Catering

 

Enjoy a seven day break, self catering at Mount Wolseley Holiday Homes. Situated in the grounds of the Mount Wolseley Hilton. Each...

DOLMEN HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

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DOLMEN HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

Enjoy a weekend break including two nights bed and breakfast with one evening meal, at this luxurious property with impressive...

Did you know?

The Courthouse in Carlow town was built in 1830 and was based on the Temple of Llissus in Athens. It’s now considered to be the finest courthouse in the country. It was apparently intended for Cork City, but the plans got mixed up and Carlow got lucky instead!

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