Your guide, assuming the character of Mayor Wyse, will take you through 400 years of both his family’s and the city’s history. Your visit starts with the magnificent 13th century Choristers’ Hall and continues through the museum galleries on an amazing exploration of some of the great treasures of medieval Ireland. Two audiovisual presentations also included in our comfortable theatres. Read more...
The first floor is laid out as a historic house; featuring 18th century furniture, silverware and glass. Our character guides: Lady Este, the Bishop’s wife, Mrs. Rickards, the indomitable housekeeper and Mr. Whatwhy will take your students through 200 years of history in an entertaining and lively fun filled tour. Highlights include: The Penrose decanter, dating from 1789, the earliest Read more...
Purpose built adventure centre with full shoreside facilities and shop. Activities: archery, rockclimbing, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, coastal hiking, orienteering, team challenge programme. Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer programmes. Corporate entertainment, summer camps, groups, individuals, schools. Courses run from half day to full week, residential and non-residential. The Centre is approved by the National Governing Bodies, A.F.A.S., Irish Canoe Union, Irish Sailing Read more...
The castle was built by King John in the 13th century. It was subsequently acquired by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1589 and since 1753 has been the home of the Dukes of Devonshire who reside there for five to six weeks per annum. For the remainder of the year, the fully staffed castle caters for small business conferences, holiday parties Read more...
The magic of rails golden age has been brought to life at Kilmeadan, Co Waterford. Experience the beauty of the Suir Valley from the Waterford & Suir Valley Heritage Railway. A heritage narrow gauge railway follows over 6km of the route of the abandoned Waterford-Dungarvan line. The track runs mostly along the picturesque banks of the River Suir between Kilmeaden Read more...
