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Ashford Outdoors for Active & Cultural
Experiences
Business Contact Details
Ashford Outdoors, The Equestrian Centre, Ashford, Cong, Co Mayo F31 R291
GPS N53.538191W9.293146
Tel +353 (0) 94 9546507
Email
Web
Business Contact David O’Loughlin
Experience Description
Ashford Outdoors specialise in outdoor activities including archery, clay
pigeon shooting, biking & mountain biking, tree climbing, woodland zipwire
experience, kayaking and guided archaeological and ecological tours. Duration
from 1 hour through to multi-day events.
Pricing
Standard Retail Price 2016 Equestrian: Adult starts from €55; child <16
from €40. Shooting: Adult starts from €65. Forest Adventures: Adult starts
from €50; child <16 from €18.Water Adventures: Adult starts from €60;
child <16 from €45.
Group Bookings/Tour Operator Rates
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Rates Yes
Tour Series Rates Yes
Group Booking Contact
As above
Email
Tel +353 (0) 87 3161061
Opening Details
Open 7 days a week except Christmas Day. Daily opening hours: 0900-
1730hrs. Pre-booking advised.
We are open year round but given the nature of our climate and our activity
offering we are subject to operating in safe weather conditions.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Ample coach and car parking. Equestrian experiences start at 4 years of
age;Woodland zip wire is for 8 years plus. Suitable for all levels of fitness.
Refreshments available at Ashford Castle Estate and in Cong Village.
Public Transport
Nearest Airport
Shannon Airport 1hr 52
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Ashford Castle Estate
Other Experiences Nearby
Ireland’s School of Falconry – 5 minute walk
Corrib Cruises – 5 minute walk
Fishing with Frank Costello, Ashford Gillie
Beach Horse Riding on theWild AtlanticWay
Business Contact Details
ConnemaraWild Escapes, Bayview House, Letterfrack, Connemara, Co Galway
Tel +353 (0)86 3771025
Email
Web
Business Contact CathyWolfe
Experience Description
Explore Connemara’s spectacular beaches on horseback on this one day
guided tour. Experience beach horse riding on the wild AtlanticWest coast
of Ireland, punctuated by dramatic land and seascapes, historical sites, wild
rugged landscapes and islands flung out to sea. Beautiful scenic rides along
quiet country lanes, and moorland rides are also available. All treks are suitable
for beginner to advanced riders, and include a short assessment before leaving
with up to 2 guides. All beach rides are governed by the tide and subject to
ride in the morning, have a break for lunch and then ride again
in the afternoon.
Pricing
Standard Retail Price €158.00 per person; max group size 12, min 1.
Tour operator rates Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Rates Yes
Tour Series Rates Yes
Group bookings/rates contact
CathyWolfe
Email As above
Tel As above
Opening Details
0800-1800hrs daily, all year around. Duration of experience; 4-5 hours:
One ride is approx 1h 30 mins, second ride is approx 2h 30 mins.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Coach parking available at Cleggan. Offer available March-October subject
to availability and weather conditions. Minimum age 12 years old. Clients
must be able to mount a horse. Low fitness/experience required.Warm/
weatherproof clothing required. Refreshments available to purchase in
Cleggan.
Public Transport
Accommodation Hub
Clifden
Nearest City
Galway (1hr 40 mins)
Nearest Airport
Knock (2hr)
Other Experiences Nearby
Connemara National Park 15 mins; Kylemore Abbey 20 mins; Clifden town
is 15 mins
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