Nearby Activities

Birr Castle is home to Lord and Lady Rosse and their family and, as such, it is not open to the public. There are several other attractions on the grounds a list is available on www.birrcastle.com

The monastery of Clonmacnoise (Cluain Mhic Nóis in Irish, meaning "Meadow of the Sons of Nós") is situated in County Offaly, Ireland on the River Shannon south of Athlone.It was visited by the Pope in 1979. The site can be visited for a fee, via an Interpretative Centre.

Banagher is the ideal place to start your fishing holiday from. There is everything you are going to need in this small Irish town to make sure you enjoy your stay.

Please check this web page for details of fishing available: http://www.shannon-fishery-board.ie/guides/coarse/banagher-townstretch.htm

Situated in the centre of Ireland and within a short drive of all major sea and air terminals, The Glenns are a must for all touring golfers.

This is an 18 hole parkland course, Par 70 all details can be found on www.birrgolfclub.com

This is a 9km rail trip through Blackwater Bog, near Shannonbridge. Learn about the bogs, how they were formed and worked through history and even try a little turf cutting or tea on the bog. On the journey you will also learn about some of the more interesting archaeological finds in the bog.

If you want to capture a look at a traditional Irish Pub this is truly exceptional experience and known world wide. This pub offers traditional music, pints and craic.