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Irish Nature Tours, Green Hotels and Ecotourism Attractions
Worldwide Green Hotels
Irish Nature Tours and Attractions
Antrim (NI) World of Owls - The primary aim of the "World of Owls" is to ensure the survival of owls throughout the world. This objective will be achieved by rescue, conservation, education, research and restoration of their natural habitat. Altamont Gardens - Known as the most romantic garden in Ireland, Altamont is an enchanting blend of formal and informal gardens located on a 100 acre estate.
Art at the Park
Shannon Region
Trails (Self Guided)
The Old Ground Hotel's magnificent ivy clad exterior retains all the splendour of a bygone age while inside all the conveniences of a modern hotel prevail. The location of the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis provides visitors with the perfect base to explore County Clare and the beauty of the West of Ireland. Some of the activities on offer include a visit to the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Lahinch seaside town, golfing, fishing to name but a few.
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The West County Hotel is stylish, comfortable
hotel on the fringe of historic Ennis with an outstanding reputation for
quality of service, relaxed atmosphere and friendliness.
With its many charming and historic features, the Clare region makes for a
wonderfully relaxing but yet activity filled holiday, from wind surfing in
Lahinch to a pleasant day shopping followed by lunch in charming Ennis town
centre.
Annes Grove Gardens,
County Cork -
Famous, privately-owned gardens open to the public during the summertime.
Ballymaloe Cookery School Gardens
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There is a lot more here than our cookery school. The entire garden is managed
organically.
Bantry House and Garden
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A house and garden dating from 1740.
Fota Arboretum -
This formal garden contains an extensive collection of trees and shrubs.
Hillside Garden
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This mature 4-acre garden has won the top national award in Ireland 1996
and again in the year 2000.
It consists of a large, sloping Plantsman's Garden, featuring Beach, Pines,
Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Magnolias, wood land plants and exotic grass.
Two ponds large rockery with waterfall, Scree beds and many gravel areas and a
newly planted gravel bed in the old orchard.
Many Australian and South African plants flourish in the garden.
Whale Watch West Cork
- All our trips are oriented towards education and putting forward the wider
marine conservation message.
Down
(NI)
Exploris Aquarium and Seal Sanctuary
- To
date, the Exploris Aquarium in County Down has helped over 200 injured and
sick seals
recover.
The Green
Living Experience
- Eight zones will be at the event ranging from
local food in the Food Village to Swedish massage at the body and Soul Zone.
There will be an outdoor adventure at the Children and Young Persons Zone and
you can even learn how to make honey at the Bio-diversity Zone.
Mourne Heritage Trust
The region is currently designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is proposed as
Northern Ireland�s first National Park.
WWT Castle Espie Wetlands
Centre
- The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is the UK�s only
specialist wetland conservation charity with a national network of wetland
visitor centres.
Location: Experience the magic of the 18th
century Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel in Killiney, Co. Dublin.
Enjoy the charm and elegance of the south Dublin coast, Killiney, Dun
Laoghaire and Dalkey with their gourmet restaurants and cosy pubs.
Situated at the brow of Killiney Hill, and just nine miles from Dublin's
bustling city centre, Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel is easily accessed from both
Dublin Airport and Dun Laoghaire ferry port.
Mountain Meitheal
- We are currently working on the old stalkers' trail built by Charles Stewart
Parnell's family up along the Carrawaystick River in Glenmalure.
This route, commonly known as the "Zig Zags," is popular with hikers going up
and down Lugnaquilla, Leinster's highest mountain.
Visitors who wish to volunteer are always welcome providing they are over 18
years of age, healthy and don't mind getting dirty.
They will need weather gear for the Irish hills and boots.
A change of dry clothes is highly recommended for the visit to the pub
afterwards.
They should bring a hot drink and lunch for the day out.
Mountain Meitheal provides work gloves and tools.
The Dillon Garden
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Created by gardening writer and broadcaster Helen Dillon and her husband Val,
this home garden combines a chorus of lovely plants with the warm and inviting
personality of the Dillons.
As one of the premier luxury Castle Hotels in Ireland, Ballynahinch Castle is
located at the heart of the Ballynahinch Estate at Connemara, Galway.
Comprising of 450 acres of beautiful woodlands, gardens, lakes and rivers. This
sporting country estate offers a secluded retreat of peace for any visitor.
Ballynahinch Castle and Connemara both offer a wealth of activities and
pursuits. Whether you�re looking for a relaxing vacation in Ireland or an
active hotel break in the West, there is something to suit everybody no matter
what pace you prefer.
Pony trekking, hill walking, cycling, golfing and shooting are all close at
hand. Please contact reception who can organise pony trekking on the beach or
contact the walking centre for guided walks through the Twelve Bens.
The Connemara Coast Hotel enjoys one of the most
breathtaking locations in Ireland. Perched overlooking Galway Bay yet just ten
minutes from the Galway City.
With extensive grounds that sweep right down to the shores of Galway Bay and
panoramic views across the Bay, the Burren and in the distance, the Aran
Islands, this is the ideal place for that special break.
Aran Islands -
A timeless land in an endless sea, weathered monuments on awesome cliffs,
great labyrinths of limestone, meandering walls, patchwork fields, quiet beaches
and a welcoming island people.
No vehicles are allowed on the Islands from the mainland.
Coole Park and
Garden, Galway -
The National Parks &
Wildlife Service welcomes you to Coole Park which, together with the
adjoining Garryland, is a Nature Reserve of approximately 405 hectares
(1000 acres).
Kildare
This majestic Victorian Manor house, dating back to 1861, evokes an image of
bygone days, a time in our history when appreciating the finer things was
considered an art form. From the hotels beautifully appointed guestrooms to the
indulgent services offered by the Country Club, there is much to pamper you and
much to experience.
Killashee House Hotel is set amidst 80 acres of manicured gardens and woodland,
with magnificent views over the Wicklow Mountains and Kildare countryside.
Ireland's Green
Holiday Experience -
Come to the Green Box and enjoy a new experience, you will be staying
in a developing eco tourism destination.
The Organic
Centre -
Established in 1995 as a non profit making company with the aim of
providing training, information and demonstrations of organic gardening,
growing and farming.
Wise Woman
Festival -
This festival takes place annually in Dromahair, Co Leitrim.
It is a weekend of learning, discovery, celebration and fun for women of all
ages.
Welcome to this little "Piece of Heaven."
Set in 26 acres of beautiful countryside on the banks of the River Shannon, the
4 star Castle Oaks House Hotel is proud of its reputation as one of the finest
hotels in Limerick.
The hotels location is idyllic, situated in the picturesque village of
Castleconnell just 10 minutes from Limerick city and 30 minutes from Shannon
Airport. This haven of tranquillity offering you a chance to escape the
pressures of everyday life and relax in the surroundings of our Georgian Manor
House with an ambience of old world charm, comfort and spaciousness.
It is our pleasure to include Ashford Castle, one of the most exclusive
luxury hotels in the World and the former home of the Guinness family, as a new
listing on our ecotourism page.
Ashford Castle has recently been given the bronze award for attempting to make
the hotel carbon neutral and is working toward a silver award for next year.
We think this is admirable because Ashford Castle is also one of the finest
resorts in the world and needs no additional acclaim. We at Tour Clare find
this work on their part attains the highest standards for Irish ecotourism.
Knowth
- The Megalithic Passage
Tombs of Newgrange,
Knowth,
Dowth,
Fourknocks,
Loughcrew and
Tara are located in the
present day County of Meath on the east coast of Ireland.
The Boyne Valley Mounds at Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth were built around 3200 BC
making them older than
Stonehenge in
England and the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
Loughcrew House and Historic
Gardens
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Rich in historical, archaeological, religious and natural interest.
One of ancient Ireland's major roads passes through Loughcrew, crossing the
great Road of the Chariots nearby.
Nestled in the unspoiled greenery of the Shannon region, offering style, comfort
and elegance, extensive conference & banqueting facilities, a lively bar &
night-club and a new Leisure & Fitness Club, the Abbey Court hotel is the ideal
place to stay, whether you are travelling for business or pleasure.
Chief amongst Nenagh's attractions is Nenagh Castle, constructed by the
Fitzwalter (also known as Butler) family in the 13th Century, and one of the
finest of its kind in Ireland. Also worth a visit is the ruined Franciscan
abbey.
Many outdoor sporting activities are also available on the hotel's doorstep,
including golf, fishing, boating, sailing, horse-riding and cycling.
This hotel in Waterford is housed in an 18th century mansion in Waterford
Ireland which has been restored to provide luxury accommodation in Ireland's
magnificent South East.
Faithlegg House Hotel Waterford offers the perfect combination of luxurious
guestrooms and self-catering accommodation, well appointed conference and
banqueting facilities, superb leisure, health and beauty amenities, with a
championship parkland golf course in Waterford, one of the more challenging golf
courses in Ireland. It is a true haven of tranquillity.
Kilmokea Country House
and Gardens -
The gardens at Kilmokea, which cover some seven acres,
fall into two distinct parts.
Around the house are formal walled gardens and set into the stone wall a heavy
wooden door leads you into the magical world of the lower garden.
The owners, Mark and Emma, offer guests organic and home-grown produce direct
from their garden.
Wexford Ecotourism -
Situated on the North Slob, Ireland's premier wildfowl reserve, covers
550 acres, and is located at the western end of the 2,400 acres of
�polder land' claimed from the sea in 1847.
Hunting Brook
Gardens -
Hidden in the foothills of the majestic Wicklow Mountains, lies Hunting
Brook - a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of the modern world.
Killruddery House and
Gardens -
Killruddery is unique in having one of the most extensive early formal
gardens, still in their original style, surviving in Ireland, largely laid out
in the 17th century and added to in the 19th century.
Mount Usher
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Like all the great gardens of Ireland, Mount Usher offers varying pleasures at
different seasons of the year. Rhododendrons in Spring, a blaze of Summer
colour and the wistful tints of Autumn, all elegantly set off by the crystal
waters of the river.
Powerscourt House and
Gardens -
Formal gardens, sweeping terraces, statuary, ornamental lakes, secret hollows,
rambling walks, walled gardens and over 200 varieties of trees and shrubs.
Award-winning small group
tours of Ireland
- It's like a safari only with pubs.
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