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Step back in time with Vintage
Afternoon Tea
Business Details Athenaeum House Hotel, Christendom, Ferrybank,Waterford
GPS N+52 15’38.562W-7 5’52.562
Postcode X91 NT3F
T +353 (0) 51 382254
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Business Contact Mailo Power
Experience
Experience Afternoon Tea at Athenaeum House Hotel
Both immersive experiences relive the experience of the past, celebrating
the unique story of TEA associated with the House:
a) Afternoon Tea at the House-packages available including prosecco
b) Step back in time Vintage Afternoon Tea
Min group: 20. You will be served by staff in late 18th century/early 19th
century period costume. Vintage Afternoon Tea, using period recipes and
served with vintage crockery. Advanced booking required. Live Café style
music can be arrange for an additional fee of €100. Language is not an issue;
a number of staff are fluent in both German & French. 1 to 2 hrs can be tailor
made to suit group. Option a) can be booked for 2-100 people. To arrange
costumes and prepare Vintage Afternoon Tea 7 days’ notice recommended.
Pricing
€17.50pp
Min booking from 20 to 100
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rate Yes
Group Bookings Contact Mailo Power
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T +353 (0) 51 833999
Opening Details & Refreshment
Open daily throughout the year except 25, 26, 27 December.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
1 large coach or several smaller coaches can be catered for on site at any one
time. There is additional car parking available nearby.
Transport
Dublin Coach & Bus Éireann –
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Accommodation on site or inWaterford City – 1 mile from the Athenaeum
House Hotel
Nearest Airport
Cork Airport – 1 hr 50 mins
Experiences Nearby
Waterford Crystal (10 mins)
Waterford Treasures Museum (10 mins)
Bishop’s Palace Museum (10 mins)
Discover Athlone Castle where
History Comes Alive
Business Details
Athlone Castle, St. Peter’s Square, Athlone, Co.Westmeath
PostcodeN37 A6D7
T +353 (0) 90 6442130
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Business Contact Carmel Duffy, Manager
Experience
Discover Athlone Castle where History Comes Alive at the heart of Ireland’s
Ancient East. A self-guided or guided tour of Athlone Castle visitor centre,
castle keep and castle grounds with stunning elevated views of Athlone and
the River Shannon in the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East. Complimentary
audio-guides in 7 languages including English are available on request. Allocate
approx 45-60 mins for the visit. Visiting groups can also avail of a guided
tour of Luan Gallery – (subject to availability – must be booked in advance)
Pricing
Group Size: 10-52.
All group bookings require advance booking
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rate Yes
Group Bookings Contact Mary Bannon
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T +353 (0) 90 6442130
Opening Details & Refreshment
Jan-FebWed-Sat 1100-1700hrs, Sun 1200-1700hrs
March-May Tues-Sat 1030-1730hrs, Sun-1130-1730hrs
June-Aug Mon-Sat 1030-1800hrs, Sun-1100-1800hrs
Sept-Oct Tues-Sat 1030-1730hrs, Sun 1130-1730hrs
Nov-DecWed-Sat 1100-1700hrs, Sun-1200-1700hrs
Teas/Coffees & snacks are available.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Coach parking available. Lift in visitor centre. Athlone castle is located on an
elevated site and access is via a ramp. Groups with mobility issues are advised
to have assistants with them.
Transport
Bus Éireann & Irish Rail –
Nearest Airport
Dublin – 1 hr 20 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Athlone Town (immediate vicinity)
Experiences Nearby
Sean’s Bar – oldest pub in Ireland – (3 mins walk)
Clonmacnoise (30 mins)
Kilbeggan Distillery Experience (25 mins)
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