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Kildare

From high-flying horse racing to world-class golf

Russborough House
The Irish National Stud
Kildare Town tower and crosses
Cottage in Irish National Stud

From left to right: Russborough House, The Irish National Stud, Kildare Town tower and crosses, Cottage in Irish National Stud

Famed internationally for being Ireland’s horse country, Kildare is much more than just a centre for all things equine. 

The county may be home to the National Stud, Punchestown Racecourse and The Curragh, but this beautifully rural spot also has excellent angling and golfing facilities as well as a wonderful selection of opulent country house hotels.

Predominantly rural, Kildare is a beautifully quiet and understated county, with tranquil expanses of green, rich peatlands, misty forests and pretty waterways. And dotted amongst this soft rural idyll are truly beautiful sights, such as the Japanese Gardens at the National Stud, Larchill Arcadian Gardens and the majestic Russborough House.

All this, and you’re only 25 miles from the city centre of  Dublin!

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Roots and Rye

04 Dec 2008 - 04 Dec 2008

Roots and Rye at the Middle Shop.

Maria Doyle Kennedy

05 Dec 2008 - 05 Dec 2008

Maria Doyle Kennedy at the St David's Church of Ireland, Naas.

Small and Fancy

06 Dec 2008 - 06 Dec 2008

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Director

06 Dec 2008 - 06 Dec 2008

Director at the The Late Lounge.

Director

06 Dec 2008 - 06 Dec 2008

Director at the The Late Lounge.

Santa and The Penguins

08 Dec 2008 - 10 Dec 2008

Santa and The Penguins at the Moat Theatre.

Santa and The Penguins

08 Dec 2008 - 10 Dec 2008

Santa and The Penguins at the Moat Theatre.

Santa and The Penguins

08 Dec 2008 - 10 Dec 2008

Santa and The Penguins at the Moat Theatre.

Athy Heritage Centre

08 Dec 2008 - 21 Dec 2008

Situated in the early 18th century town hall, the centre traces the history of Athy and major international events through...

Roots and Rye

11 Dec 2008 - 11 Dec 2008

Roots and Rye at the Middle Shop.

Cathy Davey

12 Dec 2008 - 12 Dec 2008

Cathy Davey at the The Late Lounge.

The Glitterbugs

13 Dec 2008 - 13 Dec 2008

The Glitterbugs at the Clanard Court Hotel.

Small and Fancy

13 Dec 2008 - 13 Dec 2008

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Roots and Rye

18 Dec 2008 - 18 Dec 2008

Roots and Rye at the Middle Shop.

The Stunning

18 Dec 2008 - 18 Dec 2008

The Stunning at the Time.

Mark Geary

19 Dec 2008 - 19 Dec 2008

Mark Geary at the St David's Church of Ireland, Naas.

De Deputies

19 Dec 2008 - 20 Dec 2008

De Deputies at the Clanard Court Hotel.

St. Brigid’s Cathedral & Round Tower

19 Dec 2008 - 19 Dec 2008

St. Brigid’s Cathedral, most recently rebuilt in the 19th century, stands on the original site of the nunnery founded by St....

Small and Fancy

20 Dec 2008 - 20 Dec 2008

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

27 Dec 2008 - 27 Dec 2008

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Foster and Allen In Concert

27 Dec 2008 - 27 Dec 2008

Foster and Allen In Concert at the Hazel Hotel.

Small and Fancy

03 Jan 2009 - 03 Jan 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

10 Jan 2009 - 10 Jan 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

17 Jan 2009 - 17 Jan 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

24 Jan 2009 - 24 Jan 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

31 Jan 2009 - 31 Jan 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Feile Bride

31 Jan 2009 - 08 Feb 2009

Féile Bride is a festival in honour of Brigid, celebrated each year around her feasday on the first of February. There is...

Punchestown Racecourse

01 Feb 2009 - 01 Feb 2009

Punchestown stages some of the finest jump racing, not just in Ireland but in the world because, simply put, it is the place where...

Tommy Fleming

06 Feb 2009 - 02 Feb 2009

Tommy Fleming at the Hazel Hotel.

Small and Fancy

07 Feb 2009 - 02 Feb 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

14 Feb 2009 - 02 Feb 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

21 Feb 2009 - 02 Feb 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

Small and Fancy

28 Feb 2009 - 02 Feb 2009

Small and Fancy at the The Courtyard Hotel.

 

 

 

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

 

Why not take a midweek break away at the 3 Star Glenroyal Hotel, situated in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. This offer includes two nights...

The Irish Landmark Trust

 

Why not enjoy a Romantic hideaway on the grounds of Ireland's finest Palladian House - Castletown House. The Gate house is...

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

 

Relax and enjoy two nights bed & breakfast, pamper youself with an inclusive Treatment compliments of us in our luxurious Massage...

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

 

2 nights B&B + 1 dinner €160pps

OSPREY HOTEL & SPA - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a Christmas Sizzler weekend stay at the Osprey Hotel. This offer includes two nights Bed & Breakfast and one evening meal in...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

One Night Experience1 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant1 Round of...

Glenroyal Hotel, Leisure Club & Conference Centre - Golf Break

 

2 Nights Bed & Breakfast, 1 Evening Meal + 1 Round of Golf at Carton House. Relax and enjoy Two Nights Accommodation with full...

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

 

Relax and enjoy two nights bed & breakfast, pamper youself with an inclusive Treatment compliments of us in our luxurious Massage...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

Two Night Experience2 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant2 Round of...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

Two Night Experience2 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant2 Round of...

Highfield Lodges - 3 nights Self-Catering

 

Christmas and New Year Lodge SpecialThree day rate is €550 per lodge with FREE unlimited Green Fees on the Golf Course and use of...

OSPREY HOTEL & SPA - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a Chrismas Sizzler midweek stay at the Osprey Hotel. This offer includes two nights Bed & Breakfast and one evening meal in...

Leisure breaks- B+B Ireland guesthouses

 

Leisure breaks and Norfolkline ferries have teamed up to offer you a wide variety of B+B Ireland guesthouses. The properties are...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

One Night Experience1 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant1 Round of...

COURTYARD HOTEL - Midweek 3 Nights B&B + 2 Dinners

 

3 nights B&B + 2 dinner €260 pps

Irish Ferries- Japanese Gardens and Horse Racing breaks

 

Kildare is a county with lots to see and do from enjoying the beauty of the Japanese Gardens, if you enjoy a flutter visit one of...

SETANTA HOUSE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy 2 Nights Bed & Breakfast with Dinner on 1 Evening in the award winning Folly Bar & Restaurant. Situated just 20 min from...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

Two Night Experience2 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant2 Round of...

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

 

Why not take a weekend break away at the 3 Star Glenroyal Hotel, situated in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. This offer includes two nights...

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

 

Enjoy two nights bed and breakfast and 1 evening meal at the luxurious Keadeen Hotel. Guests have complete use of the hotels...

Good Food Ireland

 

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

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

One Night Experience1 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant1 Round of...

Leisure Breaks - New to Ireland ?

 

Leisure breaks and Norfolkline have teamed up give you the freedom to explore the East coast and midlands of Ireland. The offer...

Stena Line -Hotel Breaks to Ireland

 

Enjoy a 2 night hotel break for 2 adults from only £270* including return ferry travel with your car and kids go FREE! With a...

SETANTA HOUSE HOTEL - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy 2 Nights Bed & Breakfast with Dinner on 1 Evening in the award winning Folly Bar & Restaurant. Situated just 20 min from...

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

 

Enjoy two nights bed and breakfast plus one evening meal in the Keadeen Hotel. Guests have complete use of the hotels Health and...

OSPREY HOTEL & SPA - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a break away at the Osprey Hotel and Spa, located in Naas, Co. Kildare. This offer includes two nights accommodation,...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

Two Night Experience2 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant2 Round of...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

One Night Experience1 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant1 Round of...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

One Night Experience1 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant1 Round of...

KILDARE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB - General Offer

 

Two Night Experience2 Nights Accomodation in a Superior RoomFull Irish Breakfast served in our River Room Restaurant2 Round of...

Highfield Lodges - 5 + Nights

 

Christmas and New Year Lodge Special Five Day Rate is €690 per lodge with FREE unlimited Green Fees on the Golf Course and use of...

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

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

Why not take a midweek break away at the 3 Star Glenroyal Hotel, situated in Maynooth, Co. Kildare. This offer includes two nights...

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The Curragh in Kildare has been used as the backdrop for many blockbuster movies, the most famous of which is Mel Gibson’s Braveheart.

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