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Woods and Forests
- Knockmany Forest
This forest includes a hilltop passage tomb, located deep in the forest north of Augher. Read more
- Lumford’s Glen
For those who enjoy spending time in the peaceful beauty of the untouched forest, County Tyrone has much to offer. Read more
- Gortin Glen Forest Park
Located on the western fringe of the scenic Sperrin Mountains, the trees at Gortin Glen Forest Park were planted with the purpose of producing coniferous trees for lumber. Read more
- Mauherslieve
Located in North Tipperary, the name Mauherslieve means Mother Mountain. Read more
- The Suck Valley Way
This oval shaped walking trail travels through the western part of County Roscommon as well as eastern portions of Galway. Read more
- The Silver River Geological Reserve
The landscape formations of Silver River Gorge at Cadamstown were formed by the sea and rivers millions of years ago. Read more
- Charleville Forest Castle
Located near the town of Tullamore, Charleville Castle is nestled among the huge and ancient oak trees that were once held sacred by the Druids. Read more
- Carnagh Forest
Known as one of Ireland’s most beautiful forest and nature areas, Carnagh Forest Park features walking trails framed by a wide selection of tree species – both deciduous and coniferous. Read more
- Hilton Park
The estate at Hilton Park has been the site of a grand house ever since the early 1600’s. Read more
- Florence Court
This Early Georgian mansion was built in 1730 by the Cole family, who became the Earls of Enniskillen, and named after the wife of John Cole. Read more
- Tollymore Forest Park
The first state forest to be granted Forest Park status in Northern Ireland, Tollymore Forest Park celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2005. Read more
- Castlewellan Forest Park
The manor house at Castlewellan is a granite structure built by the Annesley family in 1856. Read more
- Drumboe Woods and Drumboe Castle
The dense, unspoiled woodlands of Drumboe are a special place of natural beauty in this wild part of northwest Ireland. Read more
- Glendalough
The ancient beauty spot of Glendalough is a popular retreat for Ireland’s city dwellers. Read more
- Craggaunowen Project
Craggaunowen Project is a unique, open-air museum, and a historical experience unlike most others. Read more
- Emo Court and Gardens
One of Ireland’s most beautiful treasures lies near the village of Portarlington. Read more
- Lough Key Forest Park and Castle Island
Lough Key is one of Ireland’s most beautiful lakes, which can be reached by boaters on the River Shannon via the Boyle River. Read more
- Dun na Ri Forest Park
One of Ireland’s Government-protected Forest Parks, Dun an Ri lies in a tranquil glen near the town of Kingscourt. Read more
- Slieve Bloom Mountains
Beautiful, suprising, haunting and lonely, Ireland’s Slieve Bloom Mountains are rarely visited by the Irish, let alone visitors. Read more
- Killykeen Forest Park
Killykeen Forest Park is a beautiful mixed woodlands park, comprising 600 acres, woven around the lake and islands of Lough Oughter (pronounced Ooter). Read more