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Old Court Holiday Homes, Terryglass, County Tipperary

Old Court Holiday Homes, Terryglass, County Tipperary

Cluster of 6 Holiday Homes

5 Holiday homes: Sleeps 6 – Bedrooms 3 

1 Holiday Home: Sleeps 8 – Bedrooms 4

Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Old …
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Quest Lough Derg 2022

Quest Lough Derg 2022

Race around some of Ireland’s most iconic waterways, kayak on majestic Lough Derg and run along the banks of the mighty Shannon. Cycle through country roads, quaint villages and sprawling …
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Craft trail

Craft trail

Are you a crafty devil?  Or are you intrigued by all things crafty? Do you like to give back to local communities and appreciate the beauty of heritage craftmanship? If …
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Playgrounds

Playgrounds

Playgrounds are the perfect setting for creating precious childhood memories with your kids. Lough Derg has thirteen play parks dotted around the lake sure to inspire creativity and excitement with …
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Paddler’s Playground

Paddler’s Playground

 

Are you worried your recently bought kayak has taken up permanent residence in your backyard? Have you run out of excuses like ‘I just haven’t had the time?’ …
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Reimagine Your Backyard

Reimagine Your Backyard

Lockdown gardening seems to have gone one of two ways for people. There are those who have spent time improving, pruning and preening their outdoor space and then there are …
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Thrift shopping

Thrift shopping

If you’re someone who has learned the importance of shopping in local charity shops then this is meant for you. Let me tell you why: there is a wealth of …
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Interiors

Interiors

   

In today’s world, people are following trends and trying to stay up to date with the latest influencer advice when what they really need to create is …
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Scarriff

Scarriff

Set amid the stunning lakelands of east Clare, the town of Scariff was an important market town in the past. Once held monthly, Scariff Fair Day is now a thing …
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Farmer’s Market Tour

Farmer’s Market Tour

 

There’s something very special about open air markets, particularly in the morning. Food and craft markets have exploded in popularity on our lovely little island in recent years …
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Guilt Free Treats

Guilt Free Treats

 

With something to suit all levels of ability, there is a wide range of looped walks and hikes around the beautiful Lough Derg that are sure to take …
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Hiking Getaway Break

Hiking Getaway Break

Have you done that same lap of that same park every single day for…the last you can’t remember how long? Are you able to picture every bend and tree …
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Foot’s Island Loop

Foot’s Island Loop

Drift through the reeds towards tree-lined Foot’s Island on a charming loop that’s perfect for guided intermediate paddlers. Amid the island’s reed banks, quiet, keen-eyed paddlers might even spot some …
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Mountshannon and Cloonoolia Bays

Mountshannon and Cloonoolia Bays

A great option for independent intermediates and fit guided beginners, enjoy bay and harbour views and lush tree-lined shores on this scenic blueway trail. Departing from pretty Mountshannon, this route …
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Kilgarvan to Skehanagh

Kilgarvan to Skehanagh

Soak up the views over headlands, a restored stone marina, grassy quaysides and charming Goat Island on a blueway trail ideal for intermediate paddlers. Be sure to keep your eyes …
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Williamstown to Illaunboe Quay

Williamstown to Illaunboe Quay

From pictorial bays to a sprinkling of tiny islands and even a small hidden freshwater lake (Lough Alewnaghta), strong intermediate paddlers will love this blueway trail’s many charms. Winding from …
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Dromineer to Luska

Dromineer to Luska

Skirting headlands and following bays and tree-lined river banks, this intermediate level blueway trail leads paddlers from one side of Dromineer to the other and on to Luska Pier. Depending …
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Williamstown (Dromaan) to Church Bay

Williamstown (Dromaan) to Church Bay

Strong intermediate paddlers will enjoy this pleasant blueway trail that showcases a host of pretty harbours, inlets and bays. Setting off from idyllic Williamstown Harbour, paddlers will revel in this …
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Twomilegate (Ballycuggaran) to Scariff via Ballynagleragh

Twomilegate (Ballycuggaran) to Scariff via Ballynagleragh

Best suited to intermediate/experienced paddlers with reasonable fitness, this idyllic route is the longest of the blueway trails. Enjoy bankside scenery, forested headlands and vantage points over harbours and bays …
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Mountshannon to Holy Island

Mountshannon to Holy Island

Beautiful bay views and scattered islets await on this guided-beginner/intermediate level blueway trail towards the ancient monastic settlement of Holy Island. Known for its well-preserved round tower, bring a picnic …
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