LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

The Steam Museum and Lodge Park Walled Garden - Straffan

This fine Victorian gothic building, once stood near Inchicore Railway Works. In the Model Hall the Collection consists of Early Inventor's models, Scientific Engineering Models, and Historic Works of Mechanical Art.

The 18th Century walled garden adjoining Lodge Park has been under restoration for the last few years and the old brick-faced walls are clothed with climbers, fruit trees and roses.

For more information, please visit their website: www.steam-museum.com

Clonfert Pet Farm - Maynooth

The Clonfert Pet Farm is located in Clonfert, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, near Clonfert Maynooth Equestrian Centre) (sign posted on Clane, Kilcock road & Lady Chapel, Maynooth) For more info: contact us on 087 230 9712

Barberstown Castle - Straffan

Barberstown Castle, built in the 13th century provides a beautiful setting for lunch, dinner or even afternoon tea. Nestled on 20 acres of surrounding gardens, Barberstown was one of the first great Historic Irish Country Houses to display its splendour to the outside world when it opened as a hotel in 1971. 

For more information, please visit their website: www.barberstowncastle.ie