
With all the talk about “Staycations” in the press these days, We here at the
Castle Hotel thought it would be appropriate to shed light on the many wonderful sites that the surrounding areas of the hotel have to offer to visitors of our wonderful region.
Using the Castle Hotel as the base for your “Staycation” allows you to enjoy an array of historical sites and events that are occurring in the area. Below are samples of the various places and things to do while spending your holiday with us:
Summer Walking Weekends
Walking is the perfect way to explore the Lee Valley. Encircled by the Shehy, Derrynasaggart and Boggeragh Mountains there are miles of wonderful walking with stories to be told.
We offer a fantastic walking package which includes 2 nights luxurious accommodation, 1 evening meal & complimentary use of The Leisure Club to ease out those tired limbs!
The next available Walking Weekend Dates are: August 12-14 and September 16-18.The weekends will consist of three walks:
Friday evening: 8.00-9.00pm: Introductory tour of Macroom by streetlight: See where Art O Leary met his love Eibhlan Dubh Na Chonaill and where William Penn lived.
Saturday: 9.00 - 4.00pm: The Paps. This twin-peaked mountain is dedicated to the Tuatha de Danaan Goddess, Dana or Anu and is a focal point of Celtic spirituality. This is a lovely climb with ascent from 200m to 694m. 6-7 miles.
Sunday: 9.00 - 12.00pm: A trek in the post glacial oak forest of the Gearagh near Macroom town with information on its formation, special habitat characteristics and human story.
Catherine Ketch of Lee Valley Walking has been running guided tours and walks in the Macroom area for the past ten years. A trained local guide she has an MA in Geography as well as a keen interest in local history and environment. Route may change due to weather conditions. For further details on the walks contact Lee Valley Walking.
Fill your picnic basket at Macroom Market with fine food like olives, feta cheese, home made bread and sun dried tomatoes and head to
Gougane Barra the source of The Lee, St. Finbarr’s Hermitage, fishing, boating walks and much more.
Take a trip to
Sherkin Island by ferry from Baltimore. Easy to explore on foot and home to the safest, sandiest beaches in the area.
Hop on The Cable Car to Dursey Island, connected to the mainland of the Beara Penninsula and hosting some spectacular views.
Take the scenic route from Kenmare and onwards to Glengarriff & Tropical
Garnish Island.
Killarney, a host of opportunites await, including Muckross House, Torc Waterfall, The Sparkling Lakes & National Park.
A statutory Nature Reserve,
The Gearagh, represents the remains of the last Post-Glacial Alluvial Rain Forest found in Western Europe, which was formed at the end of the Ice Age. There are over one hundred species of flowers, plants and ferns to be found here. Opened May 2009, new Bird Observation Tower.
Catch a show at the Briery Gap our local theatre. Have a look at the exciting line up for the next few weeks:
Louise Morrissey and her Band
Tickets €20
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Musiclee presents on
Thursday 21st July @ 8.30 pm
Folk the Recession
Bringing together five of Ireland's top folk acts Eleanor Shanley,Séamus Begley, Frankie Lane,
Mick Hanly & Paul Kelly for an exceptional evening of music, story and song.
Tickets €20
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Friday 22nd July @ 8.30 pm
Liam Lawton
Tickets €20
Learn To Water Ski!
Carrig Water Ski and Wakeboard Centre will provide all equipment necessary - wetsuits, skis and buoyancy aids - along with top class coaching whether you are a beginner or an experienced skier. They have 2 purpose built Ski Nautique 196 boats and a fantastic lake to provide you with an unforgettable experience as part of your visit. Ladies and gents shower facilities are available on site as are bbq and kitchen facilities if required. Ample car parking available, wheelchair friendly and have beautiful viewing areas complete with picnic tables for use by all visitors.
We have a fantastic package available- enjoy 2 nights Bed & Traditional Country Breakfast, 1 Dinner for two and learn to water ski from €155 pp!
Enquire Here!
There are plenty of things to see and do in our area so why not come and visit us and experience for yourself!
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