Top Things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East
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Discover the best top things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland including Oriel Centre, Waterford Tourist Office, Birr Library, Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum, Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre, Fethard Horse Country Experience, The Coomarkane Visitor Centre, Visit Carlingford, Knights & Conquests Heritage Centre, Lough Gur Visitor Centre.
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1. Oriel Centre
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Waterford Tourist Office
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. Birr Library
4. Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum
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5.0 based on 332 reviews
Open May-Oct incl : No trip to the midlands is complete without a visit to the Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum, which is hidden in South Roscommon in a land of lakes and rivers. The collection deals with Farm & Folk life in Ireland from the 18th century to the recent past. The museum is privately owned and run by the Finneran Family and houses a unique 25 year collection of over ,7500 items includes horse-drawn machinery restored to the original working order, tradesmans tools and buttermaking equipment, laundry memorabilia, old and rare washing machines, 1930’s old-style thatched bar & grocery, old-style sheep shears, radios, gramophones , shop dockets and bill-heads, sports display McCormacks photography room where the contents include dark rooms finishing r D & P line, B & W colour processors. as well as much, much more. its an ideal destination for school tours, ICA Guilds, Ladies Clubs, Farming Groups, Vintage Clubs, Historical Societies, families,
Reviewed By astokes610 - Dublin, Ireland
Vert enjoyable experience at this museum. Everything so well preserved and presented you can see the owners have so much love and appreciation for the past. Was lovely to speak to the owner and hear how he has been collecting for the past 40 years. A great trip down memory lane.
5. Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre
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5.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By S6820GKcarolinec
I can not recommend this place highly enough!! i just happened to be passing today it was a gorgeous day corlea is on my doorstep but I never made the time, maybe it took a pandemic to realise the treasures within our own locality..2000 yrs ago or thereabouts our ancestors laid a trackway ...across a bog ..luckily the bog preserved it .. and through a lot of ingenuity we can go and see it 2000 yrs later...how cool and amazing..I want to thank our guide Noel ..its an absolute privilege to be in the company of someone who is so passionate about our history and immense gratitude to all who worked to preserve this treasure...????
6. Fethard Horse Country Experience
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
Explore the story of the horse and its role in Irish culture over 2000 years. Located in the heart of the Golden Vale, the Fethard Horse Country Experience offers visitors the opportunity to discover the rich culture and heritage of the region. Part of Ireland’s Ancient East, this interactive experience examines the relationship between the people, the land itself and the horse revealing how they are all inextricably linked. Spread out over two floors within C17th Tholsel building the interactive nature of the exhibition makes it an enjoyable and informative experience for all ages. The entire building is Wheelchair Accessible.
Reviewed By jimhU7999GF - Waterford, Ireland
I shall return as soon as I can. I found that it was well worth a visit. My thanks to the staff for their efforts.
7. The Coomarkane Visitor Centre
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
The Coomarkane Visitor Centre is set in the heart of a spectacular valley with a looped walk,close to Glengarriff Nature Reserve. We are the official passport stamping station for the Adrigole to Glengarriff section of the Beara-Briefne Way, Ireland's longest walk way. On site we have a cafe and gift shop, glamping facilities and tourist information.
Reviewed By Caitri0na
I discovered Coomarkane in March 2018 with my partner and daughter, and we fell in love with it so much that we came back again this Easter. I cannot describe how special this spot is. Audrey and Les's homestead and visitors centre is nestled away in the heart of a breathtaking valley just 5k from Glengariff next to a river. Their cabins are the perfect place to spend a few days - as a base for walkers and hikers wanting to explore the Beara Way, for couples seeking peace and quiet or for families with young children hoping to escape and be immersed in the sounds of nature. We woke to the sounds of lambs and birdsong each morning and were treated with freshly laid eggs for breakfast each day which we cooked up in a little outdoor kitchen next to our cabin. We spent the evenings sat around our campfire watching the moon rise and reading until dusk. It really is the most perfect spot for people who love being outdoors in nature. There are multiple walking and hiking trails on their doorstep for those who like hill walking, and Glengariff town is just a 10 minute drive through a beautiful forest reserve away where you'll find plenty of restaurants, swimming spots and activities for kids. Audrey and Les are incredibly warm and friendly hosts and were so kind to us and our daughter Nina throughout both our stays. We hope to get back down for a trip every year! .
8. Visit Carlingford
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
We create packages to suit the needs of every individual to make their stay as enjoyable as possible. From Accommodation, Activities and Meal deals. People will know what to expect before coming, what we have to offer in this beautiful Village and ways of booking their stay. Packages include; Family Packages Golf Breaks Couple Retreats Hen & Stag Groups Corporate Days
Reviewed By 377sarkak - Dublin, Ireland
Lovely little but busy town. With lots of pubs and few little shops around. Nice for walk around the piers and visit the castle. Parking available. Nice little beach and very pretty views.
9. Knights & Conquests Heritage Centre
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5.0 based on 66 reviews
A Heritage & Visitor Centre adjacent to Ireland's tallest Norman Motte in Granard, Co. Longford. An interactive Norman-themed exhibtion for all ages to enjoy.
Reviewed By kategO3410NG - Oldcastle, Ireland
Really enjoyed my visit to knights and conquests Granard with my 16year old daughter Bartle our tour guide was excellent very informative and funny kept myself and the teen engaged from start to finish looking forward to returning when the expansion is ready for visitors cannot recommend it enough .
10. Lough Gur Visitor Centre
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4.5 based on 533 reviews
Lough Gur Heritage Centre is a community run tourist attraction telling the story of 6,000 years of habitation in the Lough Gur area. From Neolithic house sites to medieval castles Lough Gur has monuments from every era and the heritage centre ensures that visitors get the history/folklore and archaeology of the area from trained guides.The Centre also houses a retail space where take away tea/coffee, minerals, ice-cream and chocolate are available for purchase as are books and merchandise of the area.Summer opening hours are 10 to 5pm Monday to Friday and 12 to 6pm Saturday and Sunday from March to October and every Sunday during winter hours.The centre is staffed by volunteers and all monies raised goes back into community initiatives at Lough Gur.
Reviewed By LJC2013 - Ardrossan, United Kingdom
Visited here with my husband, along with the stones and a leisurely drive round the area. Been to many tourist sights in Ireland but this was one of our favourites. There is such a peaceful atmosphere at Lough Gur and not many tourists when we were there. Brian shares his knowledge of local history and brought it all to life. We enjoyed the guided walk. I bought a book based on memoirs of a lady who lived at the farm there. Great to read about a place I have visited. Highly recommend taking a few hours to stop here.
