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Discover food as fresh as the air in the picturesque South of Ireland. Famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty, the South offers endless opportunities for exceptional landscapes and mouthwatering gourmet delights.

Dunbrody Famine Ship
Kilkenny Castle and Gardens
Beara Peninsula
Cottage Garden in Stradbally

From left to right: Dunbrody Famine Ship, Kilkenny Castle and Gardens, Beara Peninsula, Cottage Garden in Stradbally

The picturesque South of Ireland is famed for its relaxed pace of life and outstanding natural beauty. Encompassing the counties of Carlow, Cork, Kerry, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford, the South promises a wealth of variety whether you want to chow down on delectable local dishes, tee off on a lush coastal links or take some precious pampering time in a world-renowned spa.

The south is fast gaining a reputation as Ireland’s top gourmet spot. And with Farmers’ Markets  popping up all over the area, you should keep your eyes peeled for foods that have a well-deserved reputation for excellence, such as soda breads, smokehouse specialities, mouthwatering cheeses and an abundance of fresh fish and seafood! 

Each county offers up its own special magic. For pure indulgence, Kerry boasts a wealth of incredible spas; Cork replenishes the body with a plethora of critically acclaimed restaurants; while Waterford and Wexford are celebrated for their sun-warmed beaches and adorable coastal villages. 

Inland lie the vibrant counties of Kilkenny, Tipperary and Carlow with their ancient heritage, endless festivals, cracking pubs and peaceful riverways. Tipperary, in particular, rings out the land of the horse, as this is the soil where many of our racing thoroughbreds first found their feet! 

Ridiculously easy to get to by air or sea, throughout the South, you’ll be thrilled with endless opportunities for sightseeing, exceptional landscapes, great shopping, and some real gourmet delights, of course!
 

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New Ross Nollaig Festival

18 Dec 2009 - 20 Dec 2009

The New Ross Nollaig Festival - December 19th-21st Enjoy the seasonal atmosphere of the historic walled town of New Ross. The...

The Shindig Traditional Music and Set Dance Festival Weekend

22 Jan 2010 - 24 Jan 2010

The 'Shindig' is a fun packed weekend of great Irish music, dancing singing, story telling and the occasional pint of Guinness. It...

Snowdrop Week at Altamont Gardens

08 Feb 2010 - 14 Feb 2010

Spring is in the air and what better place to witness it first hand than at Altamont Gardens who celebrate their eagerly awaited...

Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh

17 Feb 2010 - 21 Feb 2010

Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh is a traditional music school held in the Corca Dhuibhne Gaeltacht over 5 days, concentrating on teaching...

The Gathering Festival

24 Feb 2010 - 28 Feb 2010

A weekend of traditional music & dance with workshops, sessions, live shows and much more. Concerts and sessions will feature acts...

Enniscorthy 1500 Celebrations

06 Mar 2010 - 06 Mar 2010

During 2010, Enniscorthy Town Council plans to mark the 1,500th anniversary of the existence of Enniscorthy since it was founded...

Waterford Festival of Food

16 Apr 2010 - 18 Apr 2010

The Waterford Festival of Food is to take place in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford The Tempting aroma of the very best of locally...

Ballyhoura International Walking Festival

30 Apr 2010 - 03 May 2010

Ballyhoura’s International Walking Festival takes place annually over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Straddling parts of counties...

Heineken Kinsale Rugby Sevens by the Sea

01 May 2010 - 02 May 2010

International rugby seven a side competition. The Heineken Kinsale Sevens is the largest seven a side rugby competition in Europe....

Cork City Marathon

07 Jun 2010 - 07 Jun 2010

26.2 mile road race for individuals and for teams of up to 5 runners, making the event the marathon for everyone. Runners, joggers...

Cork Midsummer Festival

12 Jun 2010 - 27 Jun 2010

The 2010 Cork Midsummer Festival will explode into the city in June with 16 days and nights of music and mayhem. Running from 12th...

Wexford Strawberry Festival

25 Jun 2010 - 27 Jun 2010

The Strawberry Festival . Expect music, theatre, street entertainment, markets and many of the events traditionally associated...

Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race

01 Jul 2010 - 09 Jul 2010

Ten months, 35,000 miles of ocean racing and around 400 people facing the challenge of a lifetime. Setting off from the Humber on...

Cork Week

10 Jul 2010 - 16 Jul 2010

The amazingly competitive racing in the challenging waters, in, around and outside Cork Harbour is a magnet for sailors, while...

Beast of Ballyhoura

30 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

The Beast of Ballyhoura is a 28+ hour non stop adventure race designed to challenge top adventure racers and provide teams new to...

Cahersiveen Celtic Music Festival

31 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

This festival offers musical entertainment, art exhibitions, workshops in Irish music, dance and language, children's...

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