Itinerary for a Day with the Kids
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Itinerary for a Day with the Kids Hazel Mountain Chocolate Factory Hazel Mountain Chocolate Factory is situated in Bell Harbour based along the Wild Atlantic Way. They are Irish chocolate makers who craft chocolate with sustainable and natively sourced ingredients. It is Ireland’s only bean to bar chocolate factory. Aillwee Caves Aillwee Caves and Birds of Prey gives your family a chance to explore its weirdly shaped underworld and enjoy unexpected freedom with majestic birds of prey. It’s a trip not to be missed, and you will be sure to come away with lasting memories. Even on a rainy day this is the perfect day out. Kilrush Aqua Park Aqua Park is located 46 kilometres from Hotel Woodstock at the Kilrush Marina in County Clare. The course runs for an hour and wet suits are provided. Pre-booking is essential! It’s a for sure way to keep everyone entertained and a fun active day for some family bonding. West Clare Railway West Clare Railway has been restored to provide a fun day out for families. It is situated in Moyasta just outside Kilrush town. West Clare Railway is Moyasta’s restored steam engine train station to allow families experience a real life steam locomotive with an incredible story about the historical railway and trains. Alpaca Experience The Alpaca Experience is offered in Kilkee, Co. Clare. The Flying Alpaca is a family-run farm with alpacas, horses and chickens. They’re the only alpaca farm in Loop Head offering alpaca trekking. This is a fun activity and suitable for all ages and fitness levels and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face! Loophead Lighthouse Loop Head is situated 84 kilometres away from the hotel and epitomises what the Wild Atlantic Way is about: panoramic cliff views and plenty of quiet beauty spots where you can pause and wonder at this unforgettable part of the world. A trip to Loop Head Lighthouse is a visit of contrasts, centered around this beacon of hope that has perched majestically on the scenic headland of Loop Head for hundreds of years, looking down on the Atlantic, 90 meters below. Knappogue Tucked away amid the rolling hills of Quin, Co. Clare lies Knappogue Castle – only 18 kilometres from Hotel Woodstock – a 15th century restored medieval tower house that proudly stands as a reminder of our past and reflects the medieval glory in which our nobility of yesteryear lived. As you wander through the vaulted halls of Knappogue, you will learn about the families who dwelled here including the Scots and the Butlers each making their own valuable contribution. In the magical setting of Knappogue Castle, the walled garden is a romantic oasis to sit and muse or just escape the ‘madding crowd’. The tall and imposing walls of the walled garden, are lovingly refurnished with climbing roses, grapevines and many clematis varieties. Bunratty Castle and Folk Park Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is one of Ireland’s most historic castles on the west of Ireland. This is your chance to experience a window on Ireland’s past and explore the acclaimed 15th century Bunratty Castle and the 19th century Bunratty Folk Park, less than 28 kilometres from Hotel Woodstock. The Castle was resotres in 1954 to its former medieval splendour. At evening time, Medieval Banquets are held in the castle and open to the public to enjoy. As well as this, you can enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes and scents as you stroll from house to house around Bunratty Folk Park Village. It is truly an experience you don’t want to miss out on! Craggaunowen Pre-Historic Park Take a trip to the past when visiting the life of the hunter-gatherer in the ring fort at Craggaunowen Pre-Historic Park. Explore Craggaunowen Castle the 16th century restored Medieval Castle built in 1550 standing defiantly on a crag overlooking the lake and enjoy magnificent views of the countryside. Observe rare and really interesting animal breeds such as wild boar and soay sheep – specimens of the pre-historic era. Visit one of Ireland’s earliest roadways or ‘togher’ dating to 148 BC. Exploring the Souterrain is fun – designed to store food but these were often a welcome escape route when under attack from the enemy! Good place for hide and seek! Enjoy the fresh air and lake walks in a most enjoyable rural setting. Savour our wonderful homemade fare in the charming farmhouse tea-room. Moher Hill Farm Moher Hill Farm and Leisure Park is located on the Western Seaboard beside the famous Cliffs of Moher. It is run by the Canavan family and stretches out over 14 acres of farm park land. The farm was initially set up to teach and educate visitors about various different animals, both traditional and exotic animals of different origins. Over the years they decided to make it into a farm park that involves a mini-golf course, bouncing castle and both indoor and outdoor play areas. It is the perfect way to spend a sunny day with family. The Planet The Planet Leisure Centre is a great place to have a fun day with the kids. With an indoor play area, arcade, laser tag room and bowling facility, there is plenty activities for people of all ages. They also offer pool and snooker games to people to avail of. It really is a fun family day at the Planet in Ennis. Dennis’s Den Dennis’s Den is a fun indoor play area for a day to entertain the kids. Dennis’s Den is an Irish owned, family run business that specialises in making sure your children have a fun and safe time playing in their facilities. While the children go off to play, mam and dad can relax and enjoy tea, coffee and snacks that are provided. It for sure one way of making sure the children are tired for bed! Kilnamona Pitch and Putt Kilnamona Pitch and Putt is situated just an 8 kilometres from Hotel Woodstock. Once you’ve paid the admission charge you can play for the day, which is excellent value. All equipment is provided and it caters for many different groups. Are you ready to get a hole in one? Nevsails Watersports and Rock Climbing Centre Kilkee Nevsail Watersports has been operating since 2004 in Kilkee and provides lessons and fun for all sorts of water activities, rock climbing and even archery. Nevsail Watersports is situated at the beach front by the Life Guard and accommodates everyone from beginners to advanced! What a fun way to have a fun day with the family! Atlantic Air Adventure Shannon Atlantic Air Adventures is situated just a swift 24 kilometre drive from Hotel Woodstock. It allows you to experience flight from the captain’s seat with a Flight Simulator Experience Gift Voucher. It is an unforgettable experience and one to avail of while you can. Nevsails Watersports and Rock Climbing Centre Kilkee Nevsail Watersports has been operating since 2004 in Kilkee and provides lessons and fun for all sorts of water activities, rock climbing and even archery. Nevsail Watersports is situated at the beach front by the Life Guard and accommodates everyone from beginners to advanced! What a fun way to have a fun day with your teens! Kayaking with Clare Water Sports Fancy sailing on Ballyalla Lake in Ennis? Clare Water Sports provides a fun and active activity for all! They have kayaks and SUP boards for rent at the lake which is really convenient for families. With being located a 7.5 kilometre drive away from the hotel, it is a perfect way to have a paddle and enjoy the day! Mountain View Horse-riding Centre Mountain View Horse Riding Centre offers teenagers who have all different levels experience to join them in many different treks across the beautiful countryside. They are just located 10 minutes outside the seaside village of Doolin. Perfect way to have fun and discover the beauty of the Burren! Empire Movieplex Ennis Want to settle down with a good movie in the evening time with the kids? Empire Movieplex situated on Parnell Street in Ennis, has an ideal movie night experience for you. From having 7 screens available in this cinema, I’m sure you will be able to find a movie that everyone in the family will like. Lees Road Lees Road which is also known as John Sullivan Park and is located 3.2 kilometre drive from the hotel. It is a sport and amenities park that is set in 134 acres of feature-rich, biodiverse woodland and parkland. Perfect place to go for a run or kick a football or skate at the skateboard park. With a small outdoor park area as well to keep the kids occupied, your choices are limitless! .