The castle is a Medieval building and has a stone spiral stairs to the top. There are 101 steps in all to the top. Access to the tower is through …
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Inis Cealtra (Irish for Holy Island), in Lough Derg in County Clare, is one of the most famous monastic sites in Ireland. Its many attractions include a well preserved Round …
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Mountshannon Beach is a small lakeside bathing area located at Lough Derg in Mountshannon, County Clare.Mountshannon Beach is located at Lough Derg, which is one of the major freshwater lakes …
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Ballycuggeran Beach is a small lakeside bathing area located at Lough Derg in County Clare. It is an area of ecological interest and has received the Blue Flag for 2013.Lough …
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Something for all of the family on Lough Derg
Lough Derg Lakelands has a great selection of activities and accommodations to suit a family visiting the region. How do we …
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For those of you who enjoy delving into the history of a region, the Lough Derg Lakelands offers much to inspire you. We have castles, abbeys, ruins and much more …
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A Romanesque cathedral was built in the 1180s by Donal O
A Romanesque cathedral was built in the 1180s by Donal O’Brien but was destroyed soon afterwards by Connacht forces. A new cathedral, built in the Gothic style, was completed …
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It’s difficult to pick only ten sights around Lough Derg as there are so many good places to explore and get panoramic views of the lake but here goes. From …
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Visit the 8 hectare site with beautiful Organic Seed Gardens, Orchards and Woodlands at Irish Seed Savers close to Lough Derg. Wet weather gear and good walking shoes are advisable …
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An exciting route of beautiful gardens within easy reach of Lough Derg, the garden trail includes both public and privately owned spaces. They also vary in size and style, ranging …
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The Nenagh Heritage Centre and Museum, set in a 19th Century gaol in Nenagh County Tipperary, recreates and unlocks history.Nenagh Heritage Centre is located just a short walk from Nenagh …
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St Cronan’s 10th Century Church is the oldest church in continuous use in Ireland. A Monastery was founded on this site in the 6th century by St Cronan. Tuamgraney is …
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Portumna Castle, built close to 4 centuries ago by the de Burgo (Burke) family, stands close to Lough Derg, the River Shannon and Portumna Forest Park in Portumna, County Galway.This …
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The Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna, Co. Galway by the Lough Derg Lakelands is a cultural and heritage visitor attraction.
The Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna tells a real story …
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Castlelough is west of Nenagh and 5km from Portroe village. There is a car park, picnic tables, water skiing, fishing and cruises on the River Shannon. Castleough also has lakeshore …
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