Guests at The Four Seasons Hotel & Leisure Club in Carlingford can enjoy a wealth of activities in the Local Area.
www.4seasonshotelcarlingford.ie
Local Attractions in Carlingford
Art
The Byre Studios-Maura Muckian
Email mucocon@eircom.net
telephone
00 353 (0)42 937 3729
website
www.mauramuckian.com
Local artist who captures on canvas the beauty of The Cooley Peninsula, therefore never short of inspiration. Exhibits nationwide and has paintings in many public and private collections worldwide. To commission or view work in studio please telephone or email
Cooley Distillery
Email marmion@cooleydistillery.ie
telephone
00 353 (0) 42 937 6102
Riverstown
Dundalk
Co Louth
Cooley Distillery presents Whiskey Tastings at Martins Bar, Riverstown, Dundalk.
Demonstrations include Distillation process and Barrel Coopering plus a Fun Whiskey Tasting Masterclass
For Booking call 00 353 (0) 42 937 6102
00 353 (0) 86 260 8953
Carlingford Adventure Centre
email
info@carlingfordadventure.com
telephone
00 353 (0)42 937 3100
website
http://www.carlingfordadventure.com
In 1990 the old bonded warehouse that encircles the local Mint Castle was carefully restored by Tom & Mary McArdle and converted into Carlingford Adventure Centre, offering you the perfect mix of medieval character with modern comfortable facilities. Offering over 20 land and water based activities including abseiling, rockclimbing, windsurfing, sailing, , canoeing and the high ropes experience. The Adventure Centre caters for schools, youths, family, adult and corporate groups, specialising in Children's Activity Camps.
Angling
PISCES II
Email peyton@pisces2.plus.com
telephone
0 44 (0)28 4176 3669
00 44 (0)77 5927 6031
website
www.ukcharterboats.co.uk
PISCES II is a well equipped and safe sea going vessel fully licensed and approved by the Dept of Marine and M.C.A. to carry 11 passengers.
PISCES Charter is a family run business and is well established on both sides of Carlingford Lough.
Sea angling trips can be arranged for parties or individuals and all rods and tackle can be provided if required. Tuition will also be provided for the first timer ‘give it a go’ customer. Species such as mackerel, cod, pollock, ling amongst others can be caught but the prime species on the Lough is the fast, hard fighting tope which is a member of the shark family.
Angling trips can be tailored to suit the customer, should it be a long or short trip.
Sightseeing cruises are also provided on the Lough and the PISCES II is navigated close to the islands to view and photograph the seals and marine wildlife.
Cruises also include the Haulbowline Lighthouse as it stands proudly at the entrance to the Lough. Cruises and angling trips can be arranged for all occasions although hen and stag parties are very popular.
Skipper and owner of PISCES II is Peyon Cunningham, a commercial fisherman all his life with a vast knowledge of where to fish and what is likely to be caught.
Indeed it was with this in mind when SKY TV decided to bring Paul Young from ‘Hooked on Fishing’ and the camera crew for a trip on the Lough that Peyton was the man for the job. He certainly delivered the goods and a most successful and enjoyable days fishing was broadcast world wide.
Peyton is a keen angler and when he is not attending to the passengers he will slip a line over board and try for himself!
Bird watching Cooley peninsula
April is the month when many of the winter species leave for their breeding grounds further north and summer species arrive to breed here in Ireland. The arrival of swallows and terns is the signal of the start of spring. The accompanying chorus of songbirds and hopefully sunny weather makes for a different birding experience to winter in. Carlingford and its environs is an ideal place to watch birds, both for beginners and for experts. The combination of habitats include wide area of mudflat and sand-flat in Carlingford Bay, the Lough's estuarine character beaches of both shingle and sand to the south mountain and woods in the surrounding countryside hedgerows, reed beds, marsh, streams and small ponds along the shore
Cooley Peninsula Wildlife Guide: http://www.carlingford.ie/index.php/activities-carlingford-louth-ireland/bird-watching-cooley-peninsula
Cooley Peninsula Wildlife Website: http://www.cooleywildlifephotography.com/
Bring out the Diva
telephone
Jackie 00 353 (0) 42 938 3710 or
Marion 00 353 (0)42 937 3799
website
www.bringoutthediva.com
For the ladies! Remember when you and your friends got ready for the teenage disco in one of your bedrooms. You shared clothes, gave opinions, applied each other's make -up and had the music pumping just to get you in the mood.
This was sometimes the best part of the evening. So Marion of Pearl beauty salon and day spa and Jackie of Hair at number one have developed a grown up version of this.
www.bringoutthediva.com is a fantastic start to your evening out or in, in magical Carlingford. Bring out your inner diva in the most opulent surroundings. Arrive at Hair at number one (www.hairatnumberone.com ) at the designated time wearing your 'glad rags' and we will do the rest.
Your party will have exclusive use of this luxurious salon (recently featured in Creative Head magazine and has been voted as one of the 100 great things about hairdressing in 2009).
On arrival your party will be welcomed by popping open a bottle of bubbly to celebrate the birthday girl, hen, divorcee!! or whatever the occasion.
While Jackie and her team at Number one and Marion and her team of Pearl Beauty Salon and day spa (www.pearlbeautysalon.com) recently featured on Ireland AM, get to work meeting all your Diva hair and make up demands while your party enjoy the music, wine, food, cocktails and the unique atmosphere.
On completion not only are you looking the diva but feeling suitably geared up for whatever the rest of your night brings.
For more information log on to www.bringoutthediva.com or call Jackie on 042 9383710 or Marion on 042 9373799
Carlingford Cookery School Ghan House
Email info@ghanhouse.com
telephone
00 353 (0)42 937 3682
website
www.ghanhouse.com
If you want to know more about baking, seafood, entertaining your loved one via the kitchen or simply wish to watch the experts show you how, then there should be a course at the right time for most tastes. In addition the cookery school offers popular Gourmet nights - 8 courses devised by their head chef are nights to remember.
Their restaurant is open every Friday & Saturday - bookings essential and midweek by prior arrangement.
On Your Bike
Email kmckeybushire@gmail.com
telephone
00 353 (0) 87 239 7467
Tain Tours
Option 1: Bus Tour
Travel with Tain Tours on a historical journey through Cuchulainn country. Three hour guided bus tours, starting and finishing in medieval Carlingford. Explore Carlingford and the Cooley peninsula. Travel through the Cooley Mountains, visiting the legendary long woman's grave and taking in the breathtaking views of the Mourne Mountains and Carlingford Lough.
Stop off at Riverstown, where you will learn the history of the Cooley distillery and sample some of the local whiskeys.
Option 2: Cycle and bus tour combined
From Carlingford cycle through the warm and welcoming landscape into the once thriving 19th century Port and Railway village of Greenore. Explore the hidden quiet roads and coastline of the peninsula, en-route we will stop at Lily Finnegans in Whitestown, a quaint and authentic Irish pub where you can quench your thirst.
From Lily Finnegans you will be transported by bus to Martins of Riverstown, where you will learn the history of Cooley distillery and sample some of the local whiskeys.
All groups catered for including Stag and Hen parties.
Option 3: Guided Mountain Walks
Come and walk the Cooley Mountains in the land of the legends. On a clear day the views are simply stunning from the summit of Slieve Foye Mountain.
Explore the famous Mourne wall while walking in the Mourne Mountains. (Transport from Carlingford by bus to the Mourne Mountains)
http://www.explorethemournes.com/
You will leave with a sense of achievement, good memories and tired limbs.
Catering for all levels and abilities, from low level to high level walks. All walks guided by experienced leaders.
All Tours start and finish in Carlingford.
For more information contact
Kevin 087 2397467
kmckeybushire@gmail.com
Bicycle Hire
Explore Carlingford and the Cooley Peninsula. As you cycle through this warm and welcoming landscape you will encounter the magnificent Cooley Mountains, breathtaking views of Carlingford Lough and the Mourne mountains. Choose you own route or one of our suggested routes.
Route A (32 km challenging route)
This route will take you via Slieve Foy mountain road with fantastic views of Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains. En route visit Omeath Village as you cycle back to Carlingford along the coast road.
Route B (20km easy route with a few hills)
Alternatively explore the hidden quiet roads and coastline of the Cooley Peninsula. En route drop in and quench your thirst in ‘Lily Finegans’ a quaint authentic Irish pub in Whitestown. Continue on the coastal road to the heritage village of Greenore.
Bicycles specifications
Ladies and gents new touring bicycles: 21 speed with aluminum frame. Bicycles supplied with mudguards, rear pannier, repair kit, pump and lock.
Daily cost Weekly cost
€25 €60.00
Bikes delivered to your accommodation or Carlingford Tourist Office. Maps of suggested routes supplied
Ravensdale Lodge Equestrian Centre
Email info@ravensdalelodge.com
telephone
00 353 (0)42 937 1034
website
www.ravensdalelodge.com
Ravensdale Lodge Equestrian & Trekking Centre is situated in the heart of Ravensdale, just 10 minutes drive from historic Carlingford and an ideal location for trekking and horse riding. Nestled in beautiful countryside close to picturesque woods steeped in history and folklore, the centre enjoys an idyllic location against a backdrop of the Cooley Mountains.
As one of Ireland’s leading equestrian establishments they are unique in offering such a wide range of horse experience from horse riding lessons for all levels and exam training, to exhilarating cross country riding ,horse riding holidays, trekking in local stunning scenic routes, local and national competitions and facility hire.
The refurbished slated stone and brick buildings have been tastefully converted into stables with associated facilities, and the centre has been designed with the safety and comfort of both horse and handler in mind.
Greenore Golf Club
Email info@greenoregolfclub.com
telephone
00 353 (0)42 937 3678 / 3212
website
www.greenoregolfclub.com/
Greenore Golf Club situated in the picturesque Cooley Peninsula in North Co. Louth, Ireland, at the foot of Slieve Foy Mountain and on the shores of Carlingford Lough was founded in 1896.
Enjoying a surperb location, Greenore Golf Club is 19km from both Dundalk and Newry and 95kms equidistant between Belfast and Dublin. The course is just a five minute drive from the beautiful medieval village of Carlingford
Greenore is a magnificent course with a good mix of traditional links and heathland on the outside holes. An excellent test of Golf with testing wind shots into small greens, which are well bunkered with water in play on many holes. The course enjoys breathtaking views of the Mourne and Cooley Mountains.
Carlingford Walks
Email cfdwtours@yahoo.ie
telephone
00 353 (0)86 352 2732
Guided walking tours of the historic village of Carlingford, Co Louth.
Meander the narrow streets of Medieval Carlingford while our expert guide recounts it’s long and colourful history from Viking to modern times. The guided tour is an easy walk to numerous Normans ruins including King John’s Castle (1210), the 15th century Mint and the Dominican Friary (1305)
Special rates for school groups primary and secondary. Tour is an ideal field trip for transition year students
PRICE: €6 per person
Discounts offered for groups of 20 or more
Tour meets at Tourist Office car park, Carlingford (4 person minimum) Tour is approximately ONE HOUR in duration
BOOKING RECOMMENDED
TOURS AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND
SCHEDULED TOURS ------------- APRIL – SEPTEMBER - Wed. through Sat and Bank Holiday Mon at 2pm
SCHEDULED TOURS------------- OCTOBER – MARCH - PLEASE RING OR EMAIL FOR DETAILS
Would you like a tour for a special event or occasion on a different day or time other than scheduled above? Call to book Other days and times available by advanced booking Private groups large and small catered for
Setanta Tours
Email info@setantatours.com
telephone
Peader
00353 871 335159
Aude
00353 851 442564
website
http:www.setantatours.com
Setanta Tours offers a range of guided heritage walks, cycling and minibus tours of the Carlingford Lough, Cooley Peninsula, Ring of Gullion and Mourne regions. All our tours are led by experienced archaeologists and heritage professionals.
A sample of our Tours include:
• Maeve’s Gap Historical Walk: enjoy a guided hill walk departing from and returning to Carlingford. Enjoy magnificent views over Carlingford Lough, the Mourne Mountains and across the Irish Sea (where the Isle of Man can be se en on a fine day). Suitable for walkers of all levels.
• Táin Cycling Loop: Cycle along the Táin Way and enjoy the Myth and Legends associated with of the beautiful Cooley Peninsula. (Bring your own bike or cycle hire available.)
• Ring of Gullion Bus Tour: tour the magical scenery of the Ring of Gullion and the Gap of the North and visit ancient forts, prehistoric burial places, and much more.
Scheduled tour dates and private tours available.
All Tours Available in English and French
Customised tours can be arranged.
Groups of all sizes welcome.
Please check website for details.
Walking in Carlingford
Enjoy a Walkers Welcome in Carlingford
Spring is the perfect time to get out and be active. The Cooley Peninsula is the perfect location to discover the outdoors on foot with fabulous scenery and walks for all abilities. Three new looped walks have been launched recently. The new looped walks are : Common's Loop, Slieve Foye Loop and Barnavave Loop, these walks are all located in Medieval Carlingford and the Cooley Peninsula and they offer walkers the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular surroundings and natural beauty. These loops are designed to suit average levels of fitness and are well serviced, catering for the occasional and leisure walker. The routes will give walkers a taste of Irish folklore as they pass the resting place of Fionn MacCool - Slieve Foye - and the battle ground in Cooley where Cuchulain defended Ulster against the armies of Queen Meabh of Connaught. Look out for the Walkers Welcome sign in accommodation premises.
MAPS & INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARLINGFORD LOOPED WALKS
Slieve Foye Looped Walk Map
Slieve Foye Looped Walk Instructions
Barnavave Looped Walk Map
Barnavave Looped Walk Instructions
Commons Looped Walk Map
Commons Looped Walk Instructions
The medieval village of Carlingford is a delight to stroll around with its shops, restaurants, coffee shops, traditional pubs and craft shops.
The town and surrounding area is a haven for walkers, offering beautiful looped walks such as the above looped walks.
Contact the tourist office for information regarding new walks just introduced: info@carlingford.ie
Note for Walkers
Farmers who have grazing rights on Annaverna, Ballymakellett and Doolargy mountains on the western side of the Cooley Mountains met recently with hill walkers, cyclists and the local National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) Ranger to highlight their frustration with dogs, motorbikes and quad bikes disturbing sheep. The NPWS Ranger explained that most of this area is designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) to protect flora and fauna. New regulations were introduced in 2010 banning the use of off road vehicles on the SAC due to the damage they cause.
People who visit the Ravensdale are for recreation are asked not to bring dogs (even on a lead) onto the hills, to close gates, respect property and to minimise the impact of their activities on farmer's livelihoods. Sheep when pregnant are very vulnerable if chased or worried by dogs. The presence of a dog, even on a lead, can be distressing to sheep. Farmers are entitled to shoot any dog that worries their livestock.
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