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Discover 6 go on a horse trek or simply want to revel in Tipperary’s natural beauty by Tipperary for yourself. Here, pilgrim paths and heritage Arts Centre Discovered in 1833, when Michael Condon towns are the backdrop to rolling mountains, which are brought to life by taking a relaxing river cruise. Dun Ui Faolain accidentally came upon the vast underground Knocknacree Woods, beautiful tracks and trails and engaging local folklore. Explore stunning network of caves whilst quarrying for A beautiful 5km woodland trail along the bank valleys and unspoilt hillsides, wander off the beaten track and lose he toured Ireland. A five-minute walk from A beautiful woodland area that covers 41 limestone. On the guided tour you will follow River Cruises of the River Suir near Clonmel. yourself in nature. mark. Explore the Butler Trail through the hectares; perfect for a quiet leisurely stroll. 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This trail is ideally suited for Golden Vale and beyond, sampling the artisan produce of this rich and Clonmel Junction Arts Festival (July) A stunningly beautiful walking trail that follows were incorporated into the ground floor before Follow in the footsteps of Brian Boru, the most concealed in the trees. pool located in the Riverside Park in Ballina. families. fertile land in our outstanding selection of restaurants. You are sure to along the River Shannon to the harbour village famous High King of Ireland, with a hike to the Attractively located alongside Lough Derg, leave feeling refreshed and fulfilled. Make our home your home. of Dromineer on Lough Derg. a beautiful, light-filled Millennium Cross in Portroe and be amazed Heritage Centres & Museums it is the perfect place for the whole family to Golden to Cashel by the panoramic views of Lough Derg and Loose yourself in stories from the past and unwind on a lazy afternoon. 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This A serene nature walk of 10km, which passes Mills behind the tower have been renovated Cover 10 kilometres of this stunning linear County Museum in Clonmel. Arts, Crafts and Cultural Centres Clonmel Applefest (September) and turned into a museum and visitor centre. route on foot or bike with a diverse array of through an area of exquisite natural beauty and Practice in Conservation. Arts, crafts and cultural events take place terrain and sights: from riverside pathways and rolling countryside. The trail is teeming with The Butler Trail throughout the year at the Source Arts Centre, arewoodland to many open mountain moorland andother Irish river wildlife, attractions including the Mute Swan, with fascinating centre of excellence For over 5 centuries of turbulence, the Butlers Thurles, Nenagh Arts Centre, Tipperary Ireland’s largest indigenous bird – which gives quiet country roads. were the most powerful aristocratic family Excel Centre, South Tipperary Arts Centre, the walk its name. Sarsfield Street, Clonmel, Co Tipperary in Tipperary and they have left an indelible Clonmel, & the Craft Granary, Cahir. for the arts also storiesMaps and more to walks aretell available onand www.tipperary.com exciting outdoor activities on houses exhibitions land and water. 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R671 Ardfinnan 3 PADDLING ADVICE match for your group’s of your intended route and oncoming cyclists and walkers. MAP TRAILS River suitable for paddle experience. journey Use a bell when approaching sports only. • Check the local weather time prior to departure. pedestrians from behind. forecast and water levels in • Be aware that weather, wind For more information and Paddling Blueway Trail New to the Blue: If you are new advance of your trip. Do not and river conditions can safety tips, visit: to paddling (novice or beginner) paddle if conditions are not change, so pay attention. www.tipperary.com it is recommended that you join a favourable. • Follow Blueway Signage. local qualified guide. Equipment: • Ensure everyone in your LEAVE NO TRACE Walking/Cycling & Paddling Blueway Trail R671Go to www.tipperary.com for group can swim, be ready Take only pictures, leave only Ballybacon more information. • Always wear a buoyancy aid R665 and helmet. and equipped to help one ripples. leavenotraceireland.org If you are undertaking the Suir another. Walking and • Carry a fully charged mobile Stop the spread of invasive Blueway independently, without phone in a waterproof case. GRADES cycling a local guide, adhere to the species - Wash your boat • Bring suitable clothing WALKING ADVICE Grade 1 Easy following advice: before and after your paddle. 21km of trails from Clonmel to Carrick-on-Suir Newcastle 4 and equipment including This trail has shared use – while Clean, Check, Dry Grade 2 Moderate Planning: spare clothes, extra food, walking be aware of cyclists Grade 3 Difficult We welcome feedback about • Plan your trip. Consult warm drink, form of shelter, approaching. Park appropriately. your Blueway experience. the trail website waterproof container Leave gates as you find them. Goatenbridge Please contact us at www.tipperary.com for equipment and a spare Dogs to be kept on a lead. [email protected] • Obtain a map for the paddle for larger groups. Blueway and check logistics Safety: CYCLE SAFELY For further information please at the access and egress • Never paddle alone. Groups Take care to cycle at a safe contact: points. of 3 recommended distance from the river. Slow Tipperary Sports Partnership • Ensure the trail is a suitable • Tell a responsible person down at bends and when meeting Tel 0761 06 6201

Carey’s Kilsheelan Suir Island to Suir Side to Deerpark to Slip to to Carrick- Carey’s Slip Carey’s Slip Carrick-on-Suir 6 7 8 Kilsheelan 9 on-Suir 10 Paddling 53km trail from Cahir to Carrick-on-Suir Access 200m from Linear walk (medium) Access at Carey’s Walk or cycle from Access steps and Access from car park Starting point is at Terrain Macadam & Suir Island car park. Starting from Suir Side Slip, Moangarriff Carey’s Slip car slip at Kilsheelan in Kilsheelan village. the Deerpark car park. Concrete Novices/beginners Car Park, Clonmel. off the N24. park, Clonmel to Bridge. Finish at Sean Healy enter after Slalom Kilsheelan. Terrain Macadam & Park, a short walk from Distance 1km Course. Terrain Macadam Distance 7km Distance 11.5km Concrete Ormond Castle. Terrain Macadam & Duration 3hr50min Duration Distance 3km Distance 2.5km Duration 2hr20min Concrete Distance 11.5km Walking 12min (5km return) (23km return) Grade Grade 1 Cycling 6min Duration 40min Grade Grade 1/2 Distance 7km Duration (14km return) Duration Grade Grade 2/3 Walking 30min Walking 2hr18min White water slalom Cycling 15min Duration Cycling 1hr10min course 300m Walking 1hr24min Cycling 42min www.tipperary.com