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A Castle with a Difference!
Business Details
Huntington Castle & Gardens, Clonegal, Co Carlow
GPS 52.69041 Longitude -6.649361
Postcode Y21 K237
T +353 (0) 53 9377160
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Business Contact Alex Durdin Robertson
Experience
Huntington castle was built as a military garrison in 1625. Uniquely it is
still home to the same family that built the castle, and a family member
will conduct you on a fascinating guided tour to reveal all the secrets and
stories of this beautiful castle, including an unbelievable Egpytian Temple
in the castle dungeons. The gardens and tearooms are worth a visit in their
own right featuring original 17th Century plantings, champion trees and a
charming wilderness area. Duration – Min 40 mins for guided tour only. For
garden tour (if required) additional 40 mins. Tours available in: Italian, French,
Spanish and German – by prior appointment.
Pricing
Tour of Castle €9pp, Tour of Gardens €6pp, Tea & Scone €5.50pp
Min group-10 people. No max size. All group booking require advance notice.
Tour of Castle – guided tours only.
Gardens are usually self-guided but guided tours are also available.
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rate Yes
Group Bookings Contact As above
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Opening Details & Refreshment
Daily May – Sept 10:00-18:00 (by appointment outside these time).
For group booking – open all year round. Tearoom & Café on site.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Coach parking facilities on site.
Accessibility-there are steps (with handrails) in the castle. The gardens have
gravel paths.
Transport
Nearest Airport
Dublin 1 hr 30 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Kilkenny City (40 mins)
Experiences Nearby
Newtown Barry House & Gardens (5 mins)
Altamont Gardens (5 mins)
Enniscorthy Castle/vinegar hill (20 mins)
Experience 800 Years of Lighthouse
Keeping at Hook Lighthouse
Business Details
Fethard on Sea, Hook Peninsula, New Ross, Co.Wexford
GPS N52.12.48.75W6.93.06.15
T +353 (0) 51 397054
+353 (0) 51 397055
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Business Contact AnnWaters
Experience
Experience 800 Years of Lighthouse Keeping at Hook Lighthouse; the
Oldest Working, fully operational Lighthouse in theWorld! Fully Guided
tours take you through the Medieval lighthouse and modernWatchtower
with fascinating insights, stories and facts of this unique building. Relax
by the Sea and keep an eye out for seals dolphins and even whales! Print
Materials available in English, Irish, French, Italian, German, Spanish.
Duration – Suggested visit 2 to 2.5 hrs
Pricing
€9pp Concession €8, Family €22
Maximum number per guided tour is 30 persons
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Rate Yes
Group Bookings Contact Cathy Dowling/ElaineWallace
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T +353 (0) 51 397054
All group bookings require advance booking
Opening Details & Refreshment
Open all year round 7 days: 0930-1700hrs (Sept to May), 0930-1800hrs
(June to Aug). Guided tours every half hour on the half hour. Closed Monday
before Christmas to Christmas day inclusive. Full Café and Bakery onsite.
Outdoor Barbeque during summer months.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Onsite parking for cars and coaches. Not accessible for those with mobility
problems (115 stairs involved in Guided tour). Sensible shoes and appropriate
clothing for the seasonal weather conditions. Some areas may be restricted
during extreme weather conditions
Transport
Nearest Airport
Cork Airport – 2 hrs 30 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Wexford Town (40 mins)
Experiences Nearby
Hooked Kitesurfing (10 mins)
Loftus Hall (5 mins)
Tintern Abbey (20 mins)
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