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Killaloe, Co. Clare

Killaloe - At the southern end of Lough Derg - a handsome inland sea set in an attractive blend of mountain and hillside, woodland and farm - Killaloe straddles the Shannon with two townships - Ballina in Tipperary on the east bank, and Killaloe in Clare, with the ancient cathedral across the river to the west.

The Killaloe area is steeped in history and is an ideal base for the outdoor enthusiast and those interested in touring one of Ireland’s most beautiful regions. Killaloe is an open-air watersports playground with fun for all ages - cruising, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, fishing, canoeing and raft building.

A myriad of other local activities include: golf, pitch & putt, bird watching, clay -pigeon shooting, tennis, horse-riding, heritage walks, hill-walking and cycling.

Gardens

There is no featured garden in the area

Golf

Limerick Golf Club

Limerick, Co. Limerick
Course Type: Parkland

Limerick Golf Club is a mature par 72 parkland course measuring over 6,500 yards in length, with a number of holes designed by Dr. Alister McKenzie, architect of Lahinch and Augusta National, and others by John D. Harris. The course starts of ...

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Self Catering

There is no featured selfcatering establishment in the area

What's On

Limerick Milk Market - County Limerick - Wed-Sun

Limerick Market

Milk Market, Limerick, County Limerick

Following a major renovation, this famous old market re-opened as an all-weather, all-year covered market in sum ...

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Tourist Attractions

King Johns Castle

Limerick, Co. Limerick

King John's Castle is a 13th century Castle on 'King's Island' in the heart of medieval Limerick City. The Castle overlooks the majestic River Shannon offering wonderful views of Limerick City. Explore 800 years of history brought to life in ...

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Wedding Venues

Brocka on the Water Restaurant

Ballinderry, Co. Tipperary

Anthony and Anne Gernon’s almost-waterside restaurant on the north shore of Lough Derg has attracted a following disproportionate to its size over the years and makes a lovely venue for a small wedding. There are a number of churches to cho ...

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