Being in the heart of the country means that so many other attractions are within close distance to visit including:
The Rock of Cashel – as mentioned, The Rock of Cashel (also known as Cashel of the Kings) in Tipperary is home to the ruins of a great Celtic cathedral dating back to 1101 BC.
There’s also the town of Cahir, built around the 12th century Norman Cahir Castle, standing on a stony island on the River Suir, at the eastern side of the Galty Mountains. While in the Golden Vale you can pay a visit to village of Dundrum or the surrounding forest which has a number of listed forest walks.
Mitchelstown Cave is also a popular attraction and of great interest to children, (educational too – but don’t tell them that!). It’s comprised of 3 underground caverns with incredible drip formations to amaze viewers.
See below for some suggested daytrips and activities suited to all!
ACTIVITIES
Hiking/Walking:
Galtee Walking Club
The Galtee Walking Club in the Glen of Aherlow meet every Sunday offering either mountain, forest track or road walk, also on Wednesday evening from May to September. Visitors are welcome on payment
Location: Glen Of Aherlow
Telephone: +353(0)6257239
Cashel Historic Town Walk
The Rock of Cashel dominates the town it overlooks. But there’s more to Cashel than this stunningly elevated chapel, round tower and abbey - not least its Georgian cathedral, 18th-century bishop’s palace and Bolton Library.
Location: Cashel
Telephone: +353 (0)62 62511
Galty Vee Valley Nature and Wildlife
The Galty Vee Valley is located between the Knockmealdown and Galty Mountains, It contains many historical and archaeological sites. Among the many scenic areas are: The Vee, Baylough and Shanbally Castle park land.
Location: Clogheen
Telephone: +353(0)5262258
Glen of Aherlow
Family Walk 3.3 kilometres (2 miles). Climb 130 metres (400 feet). Walking time 75 minutes.
Telephone: +353 (0)62 56331
Web: aherlow.com
Tipperary Heritage Way
There are many castles, monuments, abbeys and cemeteries along the Way, including Hore Abbey, the Rock of Cashel, Cahir Castle, Suir Castles and Swiss Cottage. The route can be divided into four easy stages: Vee to Ardfinnan, Ardfinnan to Cahir, Cahir to Golden and Golden to Cashel, the shortest route being of approximately two hours duration. It is suitable for all levels of walkers who can enjoy being at one with nature and discover the wide variety of flora and fauna of the region.
Telephone: +353 (0)51 875823
Fishing on the River Suir
The River Suir rises in the Devils Bit Mountains and flows through the limestone country of South Tipperary and North Waterford. Its physical characteristics provide an ideal habitat for salmon and trout. Grilse runs begin in late June and usually last through to the end of September, when the season ends.
The river Suir has all the characteristics of a chalk stream and therefore produces trout in abundance ranging in size from 400g to 1kg. The Suir is renowned as a dry-fly fishery. Access to the river is excellent. Visitors may purchase permits from any of the associations and most of the private fisheries on the river.
The Salmon and Trout seasons on the River Suir opens on the 17th March and closes on the 30th September.
Angling licences needed for Salmon and Trout fishing may be secured from Casale 2000, Bank Place, Cashel. 062 63106.
Trout Licence:- Cashel-Golden, Tipperary Angling Association, Cahervillahow. 062 72354.
Golfing
The South East regions boasts thirty 18-hole golf courses, exceptional value for money, and the finest weather conditions in Ireland (BY FAR!). It is no wonder therefore, that the region is one of the most visited golf destinations in the country.
Cahir Park Golf Club
Tel: 052 41474
Thurles Golf Club Turtulla, Thurles, Tipperary
Tel : +353 (0)504 21983
Web: www.golfeurope.com
Tipperary Golf Club Rathanny, Co. Tipperary
Tel : +353 (0)62 51119
Email: tipperarygolfclub@eircom.net
Cycling Tours
Tours From Cashel:
• Cashel-Golden-Tipperary-Aherlow-Bansha-Cahir-Cashel
(42 miles/67km). Glen of Aherlow. Forest Parks
• Cashel-Clonmel-Cahir-New Inn-Cashel. (37miles/59km)
Tolling parkland. County Museum, Clonmel.
Museum of Transport –Richmond Hill.
St Patrick’s Well (1.5miles from Clonmel Town centre on Cahir Road.)
River scenery. Marlfield Nature Reserve.
Days Out
Cahir
Day 1: Right in the heart of the Golden Vale, the village of Dundrum is surrounded by forest and has a number of listed forest walks.
To the south is the town of Cahir, built around the 12th century Norman Cahir Castle, standing on a stony island on the River Suir, at the eastern side of the Galty Mountains.
There are a number of good cafes and restaurants in the town. The Swiss Cottage is a short distance from the town in Cahir Park. There are many lovely walks in and around the town.
To the West are the Galty Mountains with many guided walks for every level from beginner to advanced and short walks to suit children.
The nearby Mitchelstown Cave is also of interest to children, comprised of 3 underground caverns with incredible drip formations.
Clonmel
Day 2: Clonmel is a large town set in lovely Mountain Scenery. Nestling in the Comeragh Mountains with Slievenamon to the east and the Knockmealdowns to the South, it is a great place to shop, eat and explore the lovely countryside.
The Clonmel Heritage Trail takes in the main historical features of the town. Clonmel Racerourse is a short distance from town and garden lovers can visit nearby Killurney Garden. There are regular concerts, Theatre and exhibits at South Tipperary Arts Centre.
The nearby town of Fethard has been a walled town since the 13th century and within those walls are many Churches, Friaries, towers and Sheela-na-Gig carvings.
Glen of Aherlow
Day 3: The beautiful Glen of Aherlow is a 16 mile stretch across some of Tipperary’s most breathtaking countryside. The River Aherlow flows through it, it is a very popular walking and horse trail through valleys and up to beautiful corrie lakes deep in the Galty Mountain range. The Glen of Aherlow is between the Galtys and Slievenamuck Ridge on the North. The Glen is a walking centre of excellence. Nearby villages are Galbally and Bansha.
North of the Glen of Aherlow, Tipperary Town lies on the river Ara. The history of Tipperary, including its contribution in the War of Independence, can be accessed at the Tipperary Excel Heritage Centre in the town. A short trip outside the town to Limerick Junction is Tipperary Racecourse with flat racing and national hunt meetings. There is a golf course at the scenic Tipperary Golf Club and Ballykisteen Golf and Country Club.
Karting
Tipperary Raceway, Rosegreen, Cashel
Tel.: 062 62974
See www.tipperarymotorspeedway.ie for fixtures (Sundays only)
Junior racing open to ages 12+
€30 (no admission fee)
The Playground
Upper Friar Street, Cashel
(ask directions locally)
Swings and slides and a climbing frame for younger children and a green area, with picnic table and free car parking adjacent.
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