Ireland @ The Weekend

Kintarō Hattori

Hey Folks,

My good lady has a week or so off from next week. I don't as I just started a new job fairly recently. We might nab a weekend away but I'm looking for some ideas as to what we could do.

Anywhere interesting, scenic, adventurous we could go? I'm open to all sorts of suggestions, IE- horse riding, mountain biking, going to the theatre somewhere. I just need somewhere I can bring her away for a short revitalizing break. My not being off has her in something of a grumpy mood as she's not relishing a week on her own essentially........ she doesn't entertain herself very well!

mrsnewbie

Hello,

you could try Wicklow.. loads to do.. lots of walks.. see the Sugarloaf, Avoca Handweavers.. they have also a lovely cafe. Glendalough.

A nice restaurant we went to was Wicklow Heather. Was reasonable and food and service was very good.

There are loads of horseriding and activities.. good luck

Dubgirl92

Kilkenny city for a weekend would be lovely. It's a medieval city with lots to do. Definately recommend there. Plus it's close to Wicklow and glendalough where the 1st person recommended

Kintarō Hattori wrote: »

Hey Folks,

My good lady has a week or so off from next week. I don't as I just started a new job fairly recently. We might nab a weekend away but I'm looking for some ideas as to what we could do.

Anywhere interesting, scenic, adventurous we could go? I'm open to all sorts of suggestions, IE- horse riding, mountain biking, going to the theatre somewhere. I just need somewhere I can bring her away for a short revitalizing break. My not being off has her in something of a grumpy mood as she's not relishing a week on her own essentially........ she doesn't entertain herself very well!

Mountainsandh

there's actually some kind of a festival going on in Kilkenny soon too, http://www.kilkennyarts.ie/, and shopping at the castle shop, and in town is lovely too.

I love the Beara peninsula, every where you look is gorgeous. There's a lovely hotel in Glengarriff right in the centre, from there it's easy to take the drive round the peninsula, have seafood in Kenmare and then drive back to Glengarriff straight from there. That makes for a lovely day, and in my experience even in bad weather, it somehow cleared right along the coast. The boat to Garnish island is right across the hotel, and they take their time and slow down to take close up shots of the seals on the way. And there's nice knitwear shops . Bantry is nearby too.

edit : incidentally if I may slightly hijack the thread, I'm looking for a nice spot to go on my own myself to take pics or shop (love going on my own !), so I'll keep an eye on your thread Kintaro.

MadsL

http://www.delphimountainresort.com/

Ticks all the boxes - be as lazy or as active as you like. Amazing spa. Amazing solitude and scenery. Great food. She could stay longer and spa away the week.

Inkyhead

Doolin in County Clare: Visit the nearby Cliffs of Moher or Ailwee Caves, go driving/walking through the Burren, enjoy some great trad music in the famous O'Connors pub, take a 30 min ferry to the Aran Islands, take surfing lessons in Lahinch, the list goes on

webeida

If I may rob a post from BIKO (one of the mods), there is so much to do in Galway:

Roisin Dubh http://www.roisindubh.net/
All the bands show up here eventually.

Taylors Hill Pitch and Putt tel: +353 91 523695
Go for a fun, yet challenging day out playing Pitch and Putt (par 3 golfing course). Open from dawn until disk, Spring to late Summer. Balls and clubs provided.

Galway Omniplex Cinema
Everyone's favourite pasttime besides pubs, clubs, theatre, concerts...

Galway Advertiser
The newspaper to get if your'e staying in Galway longer and want a place of your own.

Town Hall Theatre +353 91 569777
The major venue in the most vibrant city for culture in Ireland. Also runs an open/experimental performance space at 'The Black Box'

Greyhound Racing
Live racing every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Siamsa +353 91 755479/755888
Claddagh Hall. Starting in June and through July and August. Monday to Friday each evening 8.45pm and 10.30pm . Irish Music and Dance Spectacular Show.

West Ireland Cycling
Experience the joy of cycling around the West of Ireland. From the craggy limestone landscape of the Burren, across to the timeless and enchanting Aran Islands, through to the magestic mountains and lakes of Connemara. (Connected to Europa Bicycles, Galway).

Aran Islands
Why not begin your Aran islands experience aboard the island owned Queen of Aran II and let the crew give you a warm Aran welcome!

Pallas Karting
Europe's largest karting centre. 1.5km tarmac track, 11 meters wide. Also a separate 500m beginners/family track. RIAC approved. 13hp single engine karts. Located 40 minutes drive from Galway city.

Galway Bay Sea Tours
Tailor made sea cruises visiting the picturesque coastal villages along Galway Bay for up to 35 passengers. Deep Sea angling carrying 12 passengers 30 miles off shore, all tackle provided.

John Ryan Deep Sea Angling +353 95 21069
Deep Sea Angling on a 16m luxury boat. Boat charter per day: €500 Fishing: 10.00-18.00 hours @ €20 per person per day. Contact: Mr John Ryan.

Connemara Walking & Cycling Centre
Operates a series of daily walks, programmes, Connemara Four Seasons' Walking Festivals and Self-Guided Walking Packages. Based in the village of Clifden, 50 miles from Galway City.

The Killary Adventure
Killary Tours organises guided and self-guided active vacations, cycling, hiking, walking, sea-kayaking, horse-riding, diving and also a cultural celtic eperience tour. Based in Connemara, County Galway.

Dartfield Horsepark And Museum
The museum charts the history of the horse and its contribution to society from the earliest times to the present day. Museum, Cafe and Gift Shop - 19,000 sq. ft. of indoor facilities. Horse riding and carriage rides available. The 350-acre parkland can be explored on foot or on horseback, and also by horsedrawn carriage. Open daily, all year.

Rockmount Riding Centre +353 91 798147
Four miles from Galway city centre, Rockmount Centre has a large indoor arena as well as outdoor facilities where you can take part in trekking, hacking, fieldwork.

Gaelic Football and Hurling
Matches are played Sundays at Pearse Stadium, in Salthill, aprox 20 mins walk from city center.