Heritage Centres / Historic Places

This centre gives an account of when an Iron Age bog road was built in 148BC. The road crosses the bog lands of Longford and is close to the River Shannon. The road is made from oak and is the...

The Craggaunowen Project is an award winning archaeological open air museum centred around a 16th Century Towerhouse in County Clare Ireland. The park, started by John Hunt, is set in 50 acres...

Castle Ward is a lovely mansion house with picturesque woodlands and parklands surrounding it. While on your visit you can enjoy scones, clotted cream, jams, fruit cake and finger sandwiches...

This friary is a well preserved ruin that was built in 1508. It has picturesque surroundings with the River Bonet running along side it. The ruin features carvings of Saint Francis.

The Croagh Patrick Information Centre is situated in Murrisk on the Pilgrim's Path at the base of Croagh Patrick and opposite the National Famine Monument. Croagh Patrick is 5 miles from the...

This stone arch-shaped structure was once used by Franciscan monks to get water from a spring (Our Lady’s Well) on the far side. This place remains a centre of devotion today.

Interactive guided tours are available all year round for visitors. There are also events such as Cruachan Kids Art Club, Craft and Holistic Fairs and children’s drama workshops. There is...

Standing stones are believed to mark location where great events took place. This standing stone is thought to represent the legendary hero of Irish folklore Cúchulainn. According to legend...

Looking for something a bit different to do this weekend? Well, why not head along to Dalkey Castle where you and your family will be immersed in history. Kids will love exploring the contrast...

The Tudors are back…..in Dalkey Castle! The Tudors are back! They are alive and well and living at Dalkey Castle. Living History Live Performances daily. See the Dalkey Tudors as they go...