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05/07/2025

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05/07/2025

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05/07/2025

With The Open returning to Royal Portrush in a couple of weeks, it's the ideal time to get out on the course.

Whether you're visiting from afar, or feeling inspired to play more golf, enjoy two excellent rounds at Esker Hils and Portumna as part of the Midland Swing.

Find out more, and enquire now: https://bit.ly/MidlandSwing

05/07/2025

Weekend plans? We’ve got you covered! 🌿✨

Looking for a refreshing escape into nature and history? Come explore the beauty of Birr Castle Demesne this weekend. Wander through our peaceful gardens, uncover centuries of scientific wonder, and enjoy the perfect day out for all ages. 🏰🌳

Whether you're here for a relaxing stroll or an adventure with the kids, there’s something magical waiting for you.

See you soon! 😊

04/07/2025

Happy 4th July to all our US visitors to ! Paddy Flynn’s Pub Cloghan is celebrating in style and in to the weekend with Faithful Fest!
Live Music Festival and so much more starting today until Sunday! 🎶🎶


Ireland's Hidden Heartlands MidlandsIreland.ie Discover Ireland

04/07/2025

📣 2025 PROGRAMME OUT NOW 📣

We’re so excited to share that the official programme for this year’s Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival is now live. From live music and street theatre to family fun and vintage flair – there’s something for everyone. Full info: www.birrvintageweek.com

Printed programmes will be popping up around town in the coming days, so keep an eye out and start planning your Vintage Week experience!

With just one month to go until the festivities begin, the countdown is on and we can't wait to welcome you all.

A massive thank you to our generous sponsors and funders who make this festival possible and help us celebrate creativity, heritage, and community in the heart of Birr 💛

Stay tuned here for updates, sneak peeks, and more!

The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon CreativeIrl Creative Communities Offaly County Council Offaly Local Development Company

03/07/2025

Call to The Auld Haggert Outside Farm Museum in Horesleap and go back in time when you 💚 … Up to 100 farm machinery on display. There are various forms of transport, from horse drawn to vintage motorized vehicles. Guided Tours can be arranged and tailored to suit the interest of any groups like School Tours, Men’s Shed, Active Age, Classic & Vintage Motor Clubs, Historical Societies.
Find info at https://www.visitoffaly.ie/spaces/the-auld-haggert/


Ireland's Hidden Heartlands Offaly County Council Discover Ireland MidlandsIreland.ie

02/07/2025

02/07/2025

Not to be missed! On 5 July, Saturday morning from 11 to 12 30 p.m Offaly History are holding a Walking tour of Tullamore town: Patrick Street and Church Street with Michael Byrne

Explore the history of these old streets dating back to the 1700s, from the military barracks of 1716 to the church of 1726, county hospital of 1788, the Methodist chapels (4) and the families and shops over 250 years.

Find out what is left of the old barracks; where was Swaddling Lane and Pike's Lane, the linen factory. Who was the Henry in Henry Street?- and so much more.

Meet outside Offaly History Centre, Bury Quay (beside Old Bonded Warehouse restaurant) for ease of parking from 10.45 a.m. All are welcome and the tour is free.
Teas/Coffee and bathrooms available from Offaly History Centre from 10.30 a.m.



Offaly County Council Offaly Libraries Offaly Heritage Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

01/07/2025

Have you tried a Viking Tour yet?
Departing from Athlone Castle this Viking Tours Ireland cruise travels downstream on the River Shannon to the famous 6th Century monastery of Clonmacnoise.
During this meandering voyage there is live commentary on local history, monastic life, and the surrounding flora & fauna.
This cruise is for culture seekers, history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts.
Find out more at https://www.visitoffaly.ie/spaces/1034-2/


Ireland's Hidden Heartlands Discover Ireland Tourism Ireland MidlandsIreland.ie

01/07/2025