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Beauty and the Beast TLT Drogheda
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Beauty and the Beast TLT Drogheda

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This winter, a special tour will take to the roads of Ireland as Robert C Kelly, in association with the TLT presents the spectacular Christmas pantomime Beauty and the Beast at TLT Drogheda.

Robert C Kelly commented “After the huge success of our pantomimes in Limerick we thought it time to take the shows “on the road” and our full­scale pantomimes will now tour annually to various Irish venues. This year we are delighted to start with The TLT in  Drogheda, The National Opera House in Wexford and the INEC in Killarney.”    Beauty and the Beast will feature a star­studded cast including comedian Karl Spain, Red  Rock star Adam Weafer and from kids favourite, Twigin, RTÉjr star Clara Murray.

Limerick comedian Karl Spain familiar for his TV appearances including Karl Spain Wants a Woman, and Operation Transformation will play castle keeper, Bertie in the fabulous family  pantomime. Hailed as “achingly funny” (The Sunday Times) Karl is a regular performer at  Kilkenny Cat Laughs, the Galway Comedy Festival, the Vodafone Comedy Festival, the  Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Montreal Just for Laughs. He has performed in Australia, the  US and South Africa and has toured with Kevin Bridges and Ed Byrne.    

Ladies favourite and Red Rock star Adam Weafer will join the show as the loveable and  misunderstood Beast. 

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Clara Murray, who is well known to Irish audiences as a presenter of  Twigin, Singalong, Pop Goes the Weekend on RTÉjr and will join this year’s pantomime as  the feisty heroine, Belle.    Up and coming comedy duo and creators of the hilarious sell out show It’s Wine O’clock, currently taking Northern Ireland by storm, Teresa McBride and Rozlyn Sheridan will have  you laughing all the way home! They’ll be joining the show as the hilarious Breda and Bridie,  dim­witted servants to the Beast who are sure to get up to some hijinks. Red Rock alumni John Lovett is also on board, adding a sprinkling of fabulousness to the  show as he takes on the role of the glamourous Dame Lola. Michael Kiersey will play the  selfie obsessed Gaston, who professes his love for the beautiful Belle (although not as much as he loves himself!) Damien Douglas will bring the panto fun factor as his silly but loveable  sidekick Gascraic.     The show features a combination of the biggest and most glamorous sets and costumes in  Ireland and chart­topping hits of the past and present. Don’t miss this fabulous Christmas  treat for all the family. 

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How would you like to win a family pass to Beauty and the Beast? Send us an email to info@dayout.ie with your contact details and the answer to this very simple question….What is the name of the theatre in Drogheda where Beauty and the Beast is showing? You can also enter via facebook Best of luck 😉

The TLT Concert Hall & Theatre
East Coast Business Park
Matthews Lane
Drogheda
Co. Louth
Tel : +353 (0)41 987 8560
Email : info@thetlt.ie
Web : thetlt.ie

OWLS Outdoor Survival Parties
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‘OWLS’ Outdoor Survival Parties

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OWLS Outdoor Survival Parties are based on a theme of Survival.  If your children are Bear Grylls or outdoor fans then they’ll love this unique birthday party experience!.

The party is started with a game of manhunt that helps children become familiar with the woodland.  From this initial chasing game, the group are then divided into two teams and given a challenge to build shelters using natural materials, this is done whilst playing another chasing game of capture.   

Following from the shelter building and depending on the group, the experience then moves on to a game called ‘capture the flag’. This determines which one of the teams takes ownership of the wood. The teams then move onto the fire lighting challenge.  Each team is shown how to build and light a small fire, the survival challenge is for each team to keep their fire going for five minutes without a leader who is there watching them but can’t say a word. From the fires, it’s the challenge of eating insects from the wild.  This is optional, we fry live mealworms and then see who is brave enough to eat them!. Marshmallows then follow.

The party is lead by a volunteer owl leader through the role of education, awareness and enjoyment.  Leaders are gardi vetted and follow strict guidelines when working with children.  Leaders are also first aid trained. 

Duration & Times:
Approximately 2 hours, available on Weekends, 11- 1pm or 2 – 4pm.
 
Locations:
This is an outdoor woodland service, with an option of two sites.Southside of Dublin – Fitzsimons Wood, near Dundrum orNorthside of Dublin – Turvey Park Nature Reserve, near the village of Donabate.
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The leader provide the resources to run the event and the guardians are responsible should they wish too, to provide the refreshments. snacks, cakes etc.  From experience, most guardians bring along snacks, water and finish off the party with a cake.  Most parents bring along snacks and plenty of fluid.  The food eating all takes place during the last 20 mins when the groups are sitting round the campfire.

For the party, children should wear suitable clothing and footwear for playing outdoors.  A rain coat should also be brought, just in case of rain.  If it does rain considerably the activities will be tailored to suit the condition. Temporary covers are also put up in place.  To date, we have not had to cancel a party due to bad weather.

Up to 60 children can be catered for at the Northside site and 40 children on at the Southside site.

What does it cost?

  • For the first 15 children €180
  • For numbers between 16 – 19, it’s €5 per child.
  • Numbers 20 – 29 €250
  • For 30 – 40 children €350

A leader runs the party on a voluntary effort and does not get paid, the fee covers the annual €3,700 insurance premium and the rest goes towards providing opportunities for children who may not be able to access outdoor services on their own.

Who are OWLS?
OWLS is a Children’s Nature Community Service and stands for Outdoor, Wildlife, Learning and Survival.   The charity is run by two paid staff and a team of volunteers with a focus on providing outdoor opportunities for children of primary age and families to enjoy the outdoors through fun, education, access and enjoyment.   Our services include school visits, public run park events, working with groups with special needs, Ty’s practical projects, community groups, activity camps and opportunities for children who wouldn’t get a chance to enjoy the outdoors on their own.   This birthday party service helps us to continue and create opportunities for others.
 
‘OWLS’ The Children’s Nature Charity
Providing education, awareness, access and enjoyment of the outdoors.
CHY 19454
 
Registered Office:
‘OWLS’
The Children’s Nature Charity
47 Aspen Drive
Kinsealy Court
Swords
K67 RC95
Co.Dublin
 
 
 
 
 Contact Mobile: 087 32 999 36
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Santa at The Chocolate Warehouse Dublin

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*Updated 2019 details coming soon*

Christmas is not Christmas without a visit to Santa Claus at The Chocolate Warehouse for that special Santa Claus experience. The difference in the Chocolate Warehouse is that you enter a chocolate wonderland that makes this visit all the more special. Combining the excitement of Santa Claus and the surroundings of the Chocolate Warehouse will give any child memories to cherish for life.

A Special Santa Experience!

When you enter The Chocolate Warehouse you will be greeted by Santa’s helpers before entering Chocolate avenue viewing fabulous Christmas scenes along the way. Then you enter Santa’s house at the end of the avenue where you will meet Santa and receive a Christmas gift. After leaving Santa’s house you proceed to the Post Room to post your letter to the North Pole. In the Cracker Room the children have great fun where they can make their own Christmas cracker to take home. Many of these crackers end up on the Christmas tree. At your leisure you can view the Mini Chocolate Factory followed by a visit to the Chocolate Warehouse Christmas Shop.

Christmas Shop

The Christmas Shop Open From: 8th December to 23rd of December, Monday to Friday 9.30am – 5pm, Saturday 11am – 5pm & Sunday 12pm – 5pm.

Visiting the Christmas shop will tantalize even Scrooge himself. The shop is open to the public and will not only put you in the mood for Christmas but gives you the opportunity to purchase all those personalized gifts and last minute stocking fillers e.g. (teachers gifts, corporate gifts or simply all the loved ones in your life) It’s full of Christmas gifts, chocolates novelties, chocolate Santa’s, chocolate cars, chocolate footballs, hampers, teddies and goodies galore.

Ideal for Creches, Montessori, Cubs or group visits.

Santa Claus Visit

Santa Visit times December 2018:

  • Saturday 8th December 11am – 5pm
  • Sunday 9th December 12pm – 5pm
  • Saturday 15th December 11am – 5pm
  • Sunday 16th December 12pm – 5pm
  • Saturday 22nd December 11am – 5pm
  • Sunday 23rd December 12pm – 5pm
  • Monday 24th December closed

For mid week Santa Claus visits call 01 4500080 for dates and times

Weekend visit no need to book must call in.

Admission Fee: 10 euro per child (adults free)

Group rate: €8.00 per child (group rate 10 or more children)

Parking: Free parking for cars and buses.

For other mid week dates and times call 01 4500080

If you are interested in discussing the Santa Visit further please contact us at Ph: 00 353 1 450 0080 or at info@chocolatewarehouse.ie

Santa at the Chocolate Warehouse Dublin

Mulcahy Keane Industrial Estate
Greenhills Road
Walkinstown
Dublin 12
Ph + 00353 1 450 0080
E- Mail: info@chocolatewarehouse.ie
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Christmas Kingdom Dublin

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**Updated 2018 details coming soon**

Christmas Fun for the Whole Family at Weston Airport, Lucan, Co. Dublin!

This December, 2 of Weston Airport’s aircraft hangars will be transformed into Christmas Kingdom; a Christmas experience for the entire family to enjoy. Entry to the Christmas Kingdom is free, the Santa Visit Experience requires a ticket, which costs €15 per child (adults go free!) The Santa Visit includes a festive train, live crib, Santa’s post box, Mrs. Clause and of course a special meeting with Santa himself with a gift for each child. To book tickets to the Santa Experience please visit www.christmaskingdom.ie

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It’s not just the Santa Visit at Weston Airport, but the whole Christmas Kingdom. There will be an indoor inflatable play area, indoor carousels, shopping from our log cabins, cafe area, bumper cars, air planes, fire engines and as it’s at an airport, Santa will be arriving by helicopter!

For the perfect family day out this December be sure to visit Weston Airport, Junction 5, M4, Lucan, Co. Dublin on the following dates:

December 1st, 2nd, 3rd | 8th, 9th, 10th | 17th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd

Christmas Kingdom Dublin

Weston Airport
Junction 5, M4, Lucan
Co Dublin

Ph: +353 (01) 6217300

 

Funderland-RDS
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Funderland at the RDS Dublin

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Funderland *** OPEN ALMOST DAILY from 26th December 2019 to 12th January 2020*** Funderland at the RDS has been part of Christmas in Dublin for over 40 years. It has been said that Funderland is an annual appointment for thousands of families. 

This year’s Funderland will present the best thrill rides and family attractions in the European fairground including attractions direct from Germany. Funderland comprises of almost 3 acres of attractions housed inside the Simmonscourt Pavilion with many more located in the complex outside.

Besides being able to Pay-As-You-Go (subject to an admission charge) Funderland offers a Pay-One-Price (P.O.P.) Wristband option that may be used for any 3 consecutive hours of your choice for unlimited rides – subject to the usual height and safety restrictions.

If you buy a P.O.P. Wristbands online you save money and get an additional bonus hour so your wristband can be used an unlimited number of times for up to 4 consecutive hours! You must book online at least 10 hours before you can redeem your order at the venue!

Book Funderland Now

 

Funderland at the RDS Dublin

RDS
Ballsbridge
Dublin
Phone : 01 4853045
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Funderland aims to capture the magic of Christmas. A festival of family entertainment in one location. Funderland, Ireland’s only outdoor Continental Christmas Market

Funderland will be a festival to delight the senses and capture the joy and fun of the season – all in one location at the RDS.

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Christmas at Red Mountain Open Farm Meath

The Christmas Experience @ Red Mountain Open Farm will run on the following dates:

Saturday 30th of November and Sunday 1st December, Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th December, Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December, Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd of December

Your booking time is only for your visit to Santa, you are welcome to stay at Red Mountain as long as you wish to enjoy all the activities.

All Christmas activities are under one roof, so regardless of the weather , you’re guaranteed to have a good time!

  • Visit Santa’s Sitting Room
  • Visit Santa’s Bedroom
  • Visit the Elves Workshop
  • Make a wish in Santa’s wishing well
  • Visit the live nativity scene
  • Write and post your letter to Santa in Santa’s giant post box
  • Visit all your farm yard friends
  • Play in our large indoor sand pit
  • Ride around on peddle tractors
  • Play in our large indoor play area
  • All for €7 per child and €7 per adult
  • Under 12 months go free

Optional Extras:

  • Visit to Santa with age related present €10
  • Visit to Santa €4
  • Spin on Blue Barrel Express Train €2.50
  • Tea’s and Coffee’s available from our coffee bar

 

book now

 

 

Corballis
Donore
Drogheda
Co. Meath
A92 TN5

Phone : 041 982 322 / 086 257315 / 087 257315
Email : info@redmountainopenfarm.ie
Web : redmountainopenfarm.ie

About Red Mountain Open Farm

The Fee Family invite you to visit our Red Mountain Open Farm. The farm is a family run mixed farm with Tillage, Sheep, Poultry and Horses, set in the open countryside of the Boyne Valley near the village of Donore, and not far from the entrance of the Newgrange Monument which is just 5 minutes from exit 9 on the M1 at Drogheda!

Our Farm is the ideal venue for Family Days out, Educational School Tours,( Montessori and Primary Schools, Special Needs Groups etc.)

Girl Guides, Boys Scouts, Birthday Parties, Family Reunions etc.

A visit to Red Mountain Open Farm is truly a Family and Group Day Out to Remember.

Christmas-in-Dreamland Limerick
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Christmas in Dreamland Limerick

The “Magic of Christmas” awaits you in Dreamland Fun Centre…

…and it’s everything you’ve ever dreamed of

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Book now

Unit 6 Park Point
Dublin Road
Limerick
061 200 080
info@dreamland.ie

Dreamland is Ireland’s first all-inclusive play centre for all children to play together regardless of their ability or disability.

Dreamland is the vision of the Share A Dream Foundation.

Santa Lodge at Nuremore Hotel Monaghan
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Santa at Nuremore Hotel Monaghan

Santa is visiting the Nuremore Hotel and Country Club every Saturday and Sunday in December 
Meet Santa and receive a gift before playtime in the Elf Funhouse (Bouncy Castle Playarea) 
To book, please call us at 042 9661438 or email: sales@nuremore.com  Santa Packages with accommodation available to book online  

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Nuremore Hotel & Country Club

Carrickmacross
County Monaghan
Tel: +353 (0)429 661 438 | Visit web site

 

 

 

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Santa’s House Express Kildare

Santa’s House Express 2018 – Ireland’s Best Santa Train Experience is back at the 5* Palmerstown House Estate this Christmas for its 5th year! We are so excited to have Santa Claus back residing in his beautiful Manor home for the weeks coming up to Christmas! Along with Mrs Claus, the Elves and Archie,  2018 will have many new attractions, performers and entertainment along with all of the old favourites to thrill old friends and new! They invite you to visit them here for an unforgettable magical experience!New Attractions–  2018 sees the arrival of our amazing Family Festival Funfair – fun for all the family in this extended area with many more attractions added.  Enjoy free unlimited rides for all the family when you confirm your booking and join our member’s club.

Check-in and receive your Boarding pass for Ireland’s Premier Christmas Santa Train the and let your festive journey begin. Depart on Santa’s Polar Express Train through the beautiful grounds of Palmerstown House Estate till you reach the manor.

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 Jump off the Santa train at Santa’s magnificent Manor Home and enter into the stunning, glistening hallway.. In Santa’s house you will be invited to step inside our all-new themed rooms, and meet some new characters before visiting Mrs Claus in her sitting room where she will tell you all the stories about looking after the main man himself.  Venture up the magnificent staircase and visit Santa in his reading room. Santa will greet & spend some time with you all & of course have a special present for all the boys and girls who were very good throughout the year!! Don’t forget to bring your letter!

A warm festive welcome awaits you back at our Guest House. Festive treats, lunch and dinner will be on offer if you wish to avail pre or post experience.

Say goodbye for now to Santa’s helpers in the village, and don’t forget to visit the stables where you will meet the Reindeer, our resident Turkey and their friends! Make sure to take a stroll through our Enchanted Fairy Forest, you might catch a glimpse of Twinkle!  Our festival funfair can be enjoyed by all ages in 2018 with unlimited use on our rides to all our Santa’s House Express Members (which you can join upon booking).

Santa invites you to visit him here for an unforgettable magical experience! Tickets available at www.santashouseexpress.ie.

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Santa’s Journey Wicklow

Visit Santa’s Journey – A Magical Train Journey in Roundwood, Co.Wicklow.

Are you ready to come on a magical train journey in the foothills of the Wicklow mountains? Then come along to Santa’s Journey, Roundwood. Co.Wicklow. As Christmas approaches, Santa, with the help of his industrious elves has created a magical journey in the foothills of the Wicklow mountains. This enchanted train journey sets off from Gingerbread Junction and arrives in Northpole Station where families will enjoy an audience with Mrs. Claus in her winter cabin. Families will then continue the journey to a special mini show with Santa’s funniest elves in his winter workshop followed by an individual meeting with Santa Claus himself.

All children will receive a complimentary gift from Santa Claus (provided they are on the nice list) and professional photography and festive treats will be available for purchase at this magical Christmas experience.

Santa’s Journey kicks off on Saturday the 24th of November and runs every weekend until Christmas in the beautiful grounds of Djouce Golf Club, Roundwood, Co Wicklow.

Tickets cost €12.50 for adults and €18 for children which includes a complimentary gift from Santa.

View the magical journey on our interactive map!

Limited spaces available on each journey! Pre Booking Essential and places fill up fast. Book now to avoid disappointment www.santasjourney.ie

Follow Santa’s Journey on Facebook and Instagram for more info.

Santa’s Journey
Djouce Golf Club
Ballinastoe Crossroads
Drumbawn
Roundwood
Co. Wicklow
Web : www.santasjourney.ie
Email: boxoffice@santasjourney.ie