- Horse Racing Ireland is financed by a direct grant from Government, profits from the Tote and funding from the on-course and off-course bookmakers. Summary of Functions *the overall administration of Irish horseracing, other than services operated by the Racing Regulatory Body, as set out in the Horse and Greyhound Racing Act, 2001 *the development and promotion of the Irish horseracing Read more…
- Dundalk Racecourse covers approximately 159 acres, extending from the Dundalk inner relief road to the west, and the tidal estuary of the Black Water and Dundalk Bay to the east. Dundalk Stadium is strategically located just off the main M1/N1, 45 minutes from Dublin and 60 minutes from Belfast. Our €35m state-of-the-art race facility consists of: *400 seat ‘Champion’s Restaurant’ Read more…
- The Curragh Racecourse in Kildare is the head quarters of horse racing in Ireland since the first race took place in 1741 and one of Ireland’s premier sporting venues. Less that an hour from Dublin, we host the best flat racing in the country from March to July including Four Classic Races featuring the Boylesports Irish 1000 and 2000 Guineas, Read more…
- The spectacular beauty of County Down stretches from the eastern shores of Lough Neagh, through the Lagan Valley and the heartland of St Patrick to Strangford Lough, the Mourne Mountains and the amazing coasts of County Down. Why not make something more of your trip to Downpatrick Racecourse. Stay for a while, make it a weekend or a short mid-week Read more…
- Shannon Heritage endeavour to preserve our culture and heritage, traditions and customs, castles and places of history for future generations to enjoy. Our attractions bring visitors into the magic and mystery of the Prehistoric, Celtic, Viking, Anglo-Norman and native Irish communities starting 5000 years ago and continuing to the present day. Shannon Heritage have seven day visitor attractions and they Read more…
- Welcome to Cork Racecourse Mallow, situated on the banks of the Blackwater, the crossroads of Munster and Home of National Hunt racing. With 19 national hunt and flat meetings all year round Cork Racecourse provides the facilities to enjoy the excitement and spectacle of a day at the races. Whether you are an occasional racegoer, or racing is your passion, Read more…
- Some 250 years ago, Benjamin Todd, a renegade Irishman of local renown, escaped his pursuers with a reckless leap on horseback across a deep, yawning gorge near the village of Ballgawley, in County Tyrone. Ever since then, that spot has been known as Todd’s Leap. For corporate clients, our aim is to take you, your clients or your staff to Read more…
- The golf course commands majestic views of Killarney’s Lower Lake and the Magillicuddys, Ireland’s highest mountains. Avail of the services of our Golf Courtesy Desk which will arrange advance tee times at all Kerry golf courses including Killarney, Ballybunion, Waterville and Tralee. astlerosse Golf Club: * 9 hole, par 36, parkland course. * 9 fully irrigated USGA standard greens and Read more…
- The Fry Model Railway is a unique collection of handmade models of Irish trains, from the beginning of rail travel to modern times. One of the world’s largest miniature railways, the exhibition in that it is a working railway covering an area 2,500 sq.ft. Situated in the beautiful grounds surrounding Malahide Castle, this delightful collection is a treat for railway Read more…
- Malahide Castle is one of the oldest and most historic castles in Ireland. From 1185 until 1975, it was the home of the Talbot family. Set on 250 acres of park land, the Castle was both a fortress and a private home for nearly eight hundred years. This was a remarkable tenure by any a single family and is one Read more…