COUNTRYSIDE: Guided walks are available for guest and are based in the famous Glen of Aherlow. You can choose from The Galteemore Walk – Ireland’s highest inland Peak, The Commeragh’s or the Knockmealdown walking routes. Our walking tours give you the freedom to set your own pace as you can choose from easy to strenuous which ever level suits you best. GDS and Digital Map Courses are provided.
GARDENS: Including The Cashel Palace Garden. Close by is The Celtic Plantarium in Dundrum, which has 60,000 plants containing over 2,500 species of tree, plants and shrubs; miles of paths and walkways; waterfall, fresh water lakes many with decorative fish. Their Celtic theme items include Crannog, dolmen, fairy fort and a reconstructed cairn. Also locally are Clogheen Gardens, the beautiful stream-side setting, and the spectacular scenic backdrop of the Knockmealdown Mountains gives a sense of absolute tranquillity. An informal garden of great beauty and a veritable paradise for all who appreciate nature in its truest art form. Sheltered by strands of mature pine and oak, the garden extends to c12 acres of exotic plants, meandering streams and sweeping lawns with delightful surprises at every turn....
THE ROCK OF CASHEL: A spectacular group of world famous Medieval buildings set on an outcrop of limestone in the Golden Vale including the 12th century round tower, High Cross and Romanesque Chapel, 13th century Gothic cathedral, 15th century Castle and the restored Hall of the Vicars Choral. Attractions include an audio-visual show and exhibitions.
BRU BORU: is a national cultural centre at the foot of the Rock of Cashel. This cultural village is designed around a village green and is a home to the study and celebration of native Irish music, song, dance, and theatre and Celtic studies. Nightly shows during the summer months.
OTHER TOWNS OF INTEREST: Kilkenny Medieval City is Ireland's Medieval Capital with its 12th Century Castle and cathedral, abbeys and many leading craftsperson is the perfect destination for a day outing. Also within easy reach of the hotel are the towns of Thurslus, Clonmel and the historic town of Cahir.
Please visit www.discoverireland.ie/southeast for more detailed information on the local area. Look out for the huge variety of local festivals over the summer months- there is something for everyone.
