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Dorothy’s Easter Trail at Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens Cork

Join us for a breath of fresh air this Easter at Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens, one of Cork’s most idyllic locations, on Friday 19th and Sat 20th April. The magnificent Arboretum will be the setting for Dorothy’s Trail, which will bring the history and beauty of Fota alive for everyone.  Amongst the trees and wildlife, follow the woodland path, leading you to your very own Easter treat!

This self-guided Easter Trail follows in the footsteps of the young Dorothy Bell, Fota’s former owner, as she explores her imagination in the gardens. At the finish, claim your yummy chocolate egg, kindly sponsored by Cadbury’s. Come along for an EGGciting day out for all the family that is suitable for all ages!

“Once your little ones have enjoyed their experience, why not make a day of it and enjoy the stunning gardens with a picnic or enjoy some delicious food at Bakestone Café?! There will also be food tents at the end of the trail and entertainment with vintage swing boats and carousel from the 1950s and a fantastic 1970s ice-cream van,” says Victoria Tammadge, Fota House’s General Manager.

Tickets are €8 per child and can be pre-booked online www.fotahouse.com, adults go FREE!

Trail runs Friday and Saturday from 10am to 4pm daily, walk-ins welcome.

By enjoying our Easter trail, visitors are contributing to the ongoing restoration and conservation of Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens which is owned and managed by the Irish Heritage Trust charity. Book tickets online now, join us for Easter, and be part of something special.

For details on all our events or to book, visit us at www.fotahouse.com or call 021 4815543.

Easter at Stradbally Woodland Railway

Easter at Stradbally Woodland Railway

All aboard! Easter steam trains are back on the Stradbally Woodland Railway for 2019! Trains running Easter Sunday and Monday, April 21st and 22nd from 12-4pm. 

Tickets priced at €3 for children, €7 for adults with little ones under 5 going free. Tickets sold on the day at the platform and valid for as many trips as you like. 

Our train is fully wheelchair accesible.

Experience a family day out with a difference on Ireland’s first volunteer-run heritage railway.

For more information see Stradbally Woodland Railway on Facebook

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Solar-Powered Bunny-BOTS @ Cool Planet Experience Wicklow

Kids will design & make solar-powered Bunny-Bots in their fantastic Easter workshops! Learn how these jittery scribbling bunnies generate electricity – from light!

Ages: 7-14 | 1h15 | €20pp 
(All materials supplied. Kids take home their bunny-BOT)

Date & Time: April 15th – April 26th 11am & 1pm

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The Cool Planet Experience (CPE) is a registered Irish charity on a mission to motivate the people of Ireland to take climate action. They are big believers that making smart, sustainable choices can enrich your life, save you money & the planet. Through the interactive exhibition in Enniskerry, the touring workshops & champion programme – Cool Planet Experience want to involve the country in the story of climate change

POWERSCOURT HOUSE
ENNISKERRY
WICKLOW
Tel : 01 5180197
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Hoppy Hollow at Redhills Adventure Kildare

This Easter as promised and to follow on from Spooky Hollow Redhills Adventure are delighted to bring you Hoppy Hollow! This event is aimed at the younger ones and is recommended for ages 2-10 years. Are you looking for things to do in Kildare for Easter ? Then look no further. Hoppy Hollow runs on Easter Monday the 22nd April and we are very egg-cited about our latest event! This one day only event on the Bank holiday Monday is not to be missed and promises to be one of the Things to in Kildare for Easter this year. Meander the tall grass paths marking off your list as you go along as you search for the Easter Bunny and your egg! As if that isn’t fun enough, encounter the Easter Bunny’s friends along the way, paint your own egg, take part in our Easter Make n’ Do, try our obstacle course as seen on Ireland’s fittest family play giant puzzle games and more! Refreshments (Hot Food, Tea, Coffee and Snacks) will be available to purchase on the day courteousy of Flippin Awesome Burgers! Looking for Things to do in Kildare for Easter ? – We bring you Hoppy Hollow!

 

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BOOK ONLINE. ONLINE BOOKINGS RECEIVE FAST TRACK ENTRY (SEPARATE QUEUE) AND PRIORITY OVER PAY ON THE DAY CUSTOMERS SHOULD THE EVENT SELL OUT. TICKETS PURCHASED ONLINE ARE 10% CHEAPER THAN PURCHASING ON THE DAY.

Child Ticket includes –

*2 Acre Maze Style Easter Egg Hunt leading to the Easter Bunny!

*Meet the Easter Bunny and Friends, and receive an Easter Egg

*Easter Make n’ Do

*Giant Puzzle Games

*Face Painting

*Egg Painting

*Obstacle Course

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Admission & Fast Track Queue
Based on feedback from our Spooky Hollow Event last October, we have simplified the registration process for Hoppy Hollow to facilitate faster entry. We have also introduced a fast track queue for those who purchase online. Online Child ticket holders (and their accompanying adults) will join a separate fast track queue and once you present your paper ticket or e-ticket (on your phone) you will be granted entry. Adults pay on the door. Based on the demand for our last event and the fact that we are only running one day our recommendation is to advance purchase. Please allow some time for queuing as is the norm for these types of events.

* Child €15 (Prepay online recommended for fast track pass)

* Adult €7 (Pay on the door)

* Tea, Coffee and Hot Food options will be available to purchase on the day

* All your little bunnies are invited to dress up on the day!

Redhills Adventure
Knocknagalliagh
Redhills
Co.Kildare
Tel: +353 87 2481246
Web : www.redhillsadventure.ie

Sport-agus-spraoi Donegal

Spraoi Agus Spórt Donegal

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Spraoi agus Spórt is an award winning social enterprise based in Carndonagh, Inishowen, Co. Donegal providing excellent social, recreational and educational activities for the community which are focused on family development and which bring social, recreational and economic benefits to the area.

Spraoi Agus Spórt Family Centre

Unit 7 SuperValu Shopping Centre
Carndonagh
Co Donegal
Tel : 0868420203
Email : info@spraoiagussport.ie
Web : spraoiagussport.ie

pembroke fencing club dublin

Pembroke Fencing Club Dublin

Pembroke Fencing Birthdays

Pembroke Fencing Club offers a unique party experience for your child’s birthday. No experience required! Let their imagination run wild to create a great adventure through this Olympic sport. Our professionally trained staff will teach your party guests the sport of Olympic fencing in a safe and fun environment.

What you need

We provide all the equipment needed (jackets, masks, and fencing foils) for a non-stop sword fighting birthday extravaganza. We’ll suit everyone up in jackets and masks, teach the basics of fencing and play group fencing games. With team games and fun props, your child’s party is sure to be one to remember. We provide one or one and a half hours of fencing fun at your home. If you do not have the room for fencing event, we can organize to hire the hall or you can yourself find the hall.

Firstly, the instructor shows the children how to stand, move, attack and defend (fencing style). Finally, they are shown target areas and safety. Next, they are suited up in the fencing gear and then they begin the fencing games. The games are played one against one and group against a group. Choose from the packages below or contact us to discuss your individual requirements.

Our parties are designed for two different group ages:

The Musketeers Adventure – for kids 6 to 10.

60-90 minutes of fencing games and sword-fighting entertainment for everyone in a real fencing club environment.

For the little ones, we’ll start with a fun warm up game and an interactive lesson in how to move like a fencer.

The kids will learn then about the fencing equipment and get the chance to suit up in real fencing gear.

This is a great time for girls and boys with a sense of adventure and a love of swords.

 This package gives you the option to use, instead of real fencing gear, the special fencing play suits, lighter and easier to manage, for the little ones.

Knights in White – for 10 to 16 years old

If your son or daughter keeps bugging you about trying fencing, Knights in White is exactly what you’re looking for – fun and exciting, the feeling of being a real fencer on the strip, facing your opponent (and earning your pizza slice right after!).

We’ll begin with a short introduction to fencing, basic rules, strategy and actions.

Young aspiring fencers will try target practice, drills and bouts.

In addition to our fun Birthday Parties, our club offers Fencing Parties for both kids and adults, for a rate of 20.00 euro per person, for a minimum of 8 people for 1,5 h private group instruction, including: basic rules, score touch system, equipment and fencing bouts (matches) – hours of fun, being active and trying something new!!

Please, schedule your party in advance to make sure you secure your date, by emailing or calling us.

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Venue requirements

The fees do not include venue hire or catering. In terms of facilities, we require a space roughly the size of a badminton court (45’ x 25’) with appropriate flooring (i.e. carpeted, rubber or wooden) and space for parents to provide food and drink etc. To discuss your party in further detail please phone Olga: 086 216 06 46

Things to Know:

Please reserve a date 2-3 weeks in advance.

In order to reserve your party, a €50 non-refundable deposit is required.

The remaining balance must be paid in full on the day of your party.

Please bring the following:

Decorations, cups, plates, napkins, and utensils

Food and drinks

Birthday cake

No Alcohol

Guests should wear comfy clothes and sneakers and come prepared to have fun!

  • Bronze Party Package
    • 1 hour fencing games and activities
    • Free invitations
    • Commemorative certificate and real (metal) medal for the birthday boy or girl
    • €100 for 10 children. Additional children €10 each.
    • Optional – Filled party bags at €4 each
  • Silver Party Package
    • 1.5 hours of fencing games and activities with Pembroke Fencing Club
    • Free invitations
    • Real (metal) medals for all children
    • Commemorative certificate for birthday boy or girl
    • €150 for 10 children. Additional children €10 each. Maximum 20 children
    • Optional – Filled party bags at €4 each
  • Gold Party Package
    • 1.5 hours fencing games and activities with Pembroke Fencing Club
    • Free invitations and party bags
    • Real (metal) commemorative medals for all children
    • Presentation certificates for all children
    • Premium certificate and medal for birthday boy or girl
    • €180 for 10 children. Additional children €10.00 each. Maximum 20 children
    • Free month class coupon for the party person

Teens and Adults

We offer events for teens and adults. Whether it’s just for an evening out, an office event or a bachelor/ette party, fencing events are a great way to connect. We teach the basics so you can fence against one another and have a great time learning a new skill. We provide all the necessary fencing equipment. You should wear athletic attire (sneakers, t-shirt, and long athletic pants or leggings).  Daytime, evening and weekend openings available. Contact by e-mail to start your booking.

Costs

The basic event cost is €150 for one hour or €200 for two hours. Additional participants beyond 10 cost €10 and €15 respectively.

Deposit for Party/Event

To reserve your event, the deposit €100 must be paid in advance. Any fees for additional fencers can be paid day-off. An invoice will be sent once a date has been confirmed via e-mail.

Other Info

A maximum number of participants kept to about 30.
A minimum number of participants is 2.
Age minimum is 6. There is no age maximum.

Pembroke Fencing Club
St. Conleths College
Clyde Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin
Tel : 086 216 0646
Email : info@pembrokefencing.ie
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The Rink D12 Birthday Parties

The Rink D12 Birthday parties offer a Roller Skating experience and a unique and fun day out for all ages. Do something different and give them a party experience they won’t forget!

We have skating, we have food and most importantly, we have fun and games. Our roller skating birthday parties with food are suitable for children over 5 years of age. Prices are just €17 per child and include the following:

 
  • Roller skate hire
  • Wrist guards supplied
  • Cake presentation at Reserved Table
  • A large slice of pizza or hot-dog
  • A 500ml soft drink/water/slushie
  • Plates and napkins
  • Fun skate games
To make sure your party goers won’t be late for your skate date we have birthday party invitations available to download. Why else would you choose any venue other than The Rink at D12 for your special day?

The Rink @ D12

Finches Business Park,
Longmile Road,
D12

Phone: 01 4081033

Email: hello@therink.ie

Web: therink.ie

Christmas Workshop at Cool Planet Experience

Christmas Workshop at Cool Planet Experience

Crafty kids who enjoy ‘making and creating’ will love our Christmas Lantern Workshops!

Children will spend an hour in the festive workshop, cutting, pasting and creating their very own Christmas lantern.

Decorating with Christmas themes of candy-canes and gingerbread-men and using a simple LED circuit, kids will light up their creation to light up your home.

This is a festive workshop that will excite your kids and teach them about sustainable and low-carbon energy choices, particularly around Christmas.

 All materials supplied. Kids take home their lantern for all to admire, or to offer as that special gift.

Every Sat & Sun from 23rd Nov – 22nd Dec | 11am & 2pm

Age 6-12 | 1hr | €20 pp

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If you have time before or after the workshop, take a tour together of the ground-breaking Cool Planet Experience; €31 (family ticket), €7 child (U7s free), €10.50 (adult)

*Lantern kit designed and developed by SPARK, a creative collaboration between professional artist Órla Bates and scientist Michelle Maher.

Christmas Workshop at Cool Planet Experience

POWERSCOURT HOUSE
ENNISKERRY
WICKLOW
Tel : 01 5180197
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Christmas at Turoe Pet Farm

Christmas at Turoe Pet Farm Galway

UPDATED 2020 DETAILS COMING SOON…

  • Heated & Indoor
  • Illuminated Christmas Village
  • Visit “The Nativity Scene”
  • Feed the Animals in the Stable
  • Astro Turf Pitch with Lighting
  • Enjoy the Animated Santa Scenes
  • Visit Santa Claus in “Santa’s Grotto”
  • Have lots of Fun in “Inflatable City” &“Jungle Town”
  • Hot Food & Refreshments etc. Available

Christmas Opening Hours

SATURDAY: 7th,14th, 21st,  1PM – 7PM
SUNDAY: 8th, 15th, 22nd. 1PM – 7PM
FRIDAY: 6th, 13th,  3:30PM – 7PM
FRIDAY: 20th 1PM – 7PM

 

Reopening December Saturday  28th, Sunday 29th, Monday 30th 12pm – 6pm

January Thur 2nd, Fri 3rd, Sat 4th, Sun 5th, 2020 12pm – 6pm

Adult €8, Child €13 (Family Rates)

Visit Santa & Receive Gift €10 extra per Child

No Family Bookings Required,

Booking are not taken for Family’s, Just arrive on the day as Que tickets will be given for Santa.
With Association from  GalwayChristmasTrees.ie

Turoe Pet Farm

Bullaun
Loughrea
Co.Galway
Tel: +353 091 841580
Email: info@turoepetfarm.com
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Enchanted Christmas at Slieve Aughty Centre Galway

ENCHANTED CHRISTMAS

Christmas Spirit at Slieve Aughty, Galway

The 2021 Christmas Festival offers a festive day out for families without Santa.  

Open Saturdays and Sundays throughout December and every day from December 20th to 10th January 2022, 12-4pm. Closed 24th,25th,26th December

This year’s Christmas Festival in Galway is designed to help us all get back to what really matters – finding joy, love and time for those we care about.

Enjoy a day out, away from all the stress of COVID, unplugging and spending quality time with family during the holidays.

The 2021 Christmas Festival invites you to get outdoors, explore, and rejuvenate.

Only €5 per person, your entry includes our homemade warm organic apple juice for everyone, a special Christmas Nature activity for the Enchanted Forest, make your own rustic face craft stand, pet the ponies and check out the farm animals.  Visit the Enchanted Forest, where the fairies have been busy decorating for the holiday season.  Children ages 5-12 can go aboard a quiet pony (booking essential, €10 per child), or just take a 10-15 minute stroll there on foot.   Each child also receives an Enchanted Forest pack with a wishing tree tag, fairy dust, pencil and fairy guide.

The gift shop and Three Towers Organic Cafe will be open (indoor or outdoor dining and takeaway options, depending on restrictions).  Try some of our famous pancakes with organic chocolate spread!

Important Information:

  • Masks must be worn indoors and outdoors for anyone over the age of 13.
  • The Three Towers Organic Restaurant will be open from 12pm to 4pm every Saturday and Sunday in December and every day during the school holidays.  Please allow enough time for a sit-down meal if you would like to eat as we are 100% organic and homemade – we don’t do fast food, we do healthy organic homemade food as fast as we can.
  • Please note that all of the fantastic activities on offer are outdoors.
  • We highly recommend wellies, gloves and rain gear, including trousers for the young children, to fully enjoy the experience.
  • We do not cancel for weather.
  • Children must be supervised at all times.
  • Social distancing guidelines must be adhered to anywhere on the property.

Slieve Aughty Centre

Kylebrack
Loughrea
Co. Galway
Phone: +353 (090) 974 5246
Email: info@slieveaughtycentre.com
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