Monaghan

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Monaghan

Get away from it all in a rural idyll that resounds with cultural heritage

Irish Country Quads
Hilton Park Gardens
Lough Muckno
The grounds of Castle Leslie

From left to right: Irish Country Quads, Hilton Park Gardens, Lough Muckno, The grounds of Castle Leslie

One of Ireland’s best-kept secrets, County Monaghan in north west Ireland is a haven of tranquil countryside, undulating hills, glassy lakes and bustling market towns. 

If you want to get away from it all then it’s the perfect spot to indulge in some scenic walking, angling, cycling or golf far away from the crowds and hassle. 

Culturally rich, Monaghan is also the birthplace of one of Ireland’s greatest poets, Patrick Kavanagh, and the county resounds with literary connections as well as a rich history, which has left its mark with Bronze Age megalithic sites and pre-historic remains. 

Make sure and visit the world-renowned Carrickmacross Lace Gallery and marvel at this delicate Irish craft, which dates back to 1816.

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Féile Oriel, Fiddler of Oriel Festival

03 May 2012 - 07 May 2012

The Fiddler of Oriel Festival is a celebration of music held in Monaghan over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Hundreds of musicians...

Tanagh Outdoor Education Centre's Adventure Summer Camp 2012

02 Jul 2012 - 24 Aug 2012

Tanagh Outdoor Education Centre is organising weeklong summer camps for 9-16 year olds during July & August. The multi-activity...

Muckno Mania Festival

12 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

The Muckno Mania Festival held in Castleblayney is a family fun weekend targeting all ages. The festival programme includes a...

Summer Canoe Paddle

28 Jul 2012 - 28 Jul 2012

Enjoy a Summer Canoe Paddle with Tanagh Outdoor Education Centre. Have a fun morning or afternoon canoe paddle along the Dromore...

Monaghan Rhythm and Blues Festival - Harvest Time Blues

07 Sep 2012 - 09 Sep 2012

Monaghan Rhythm & Blues Festival has been on the go since 1991 with past performers including Duke Robillard, Walter Trout, Van...

 

 

 

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Ferrari Driving Experience & Accommodation Special

 

1 nights self catering accommodation for two people in the picturesque Scotstown village and Ireland's only Ferrari Driving...

Canoe & Kayak Trips

 

Unique Canoeing & Kayaking trips along the the Border region of Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland in a variety of open Canoes...

Boyne Valley Heritage Tour

 

A truly Irish experience awaits you in the Boyne Valley. Visit the must see sites of Newgrange, Bru na Boinne and the Battle of...

 

 

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Did you know?

John Robert Gregg who was born in County Monaghan in 1867 invented the Gregg shorthand system.

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