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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Take a fresh look at King John’s Castle and experience Limerick’s history as you have never done before… A brand new visitor experience that brings together the Castle’s remarkable archaeology and 21st century technology to help you discover the history of Limerick and King John’s Castle.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Take a fresh look at King John’s Castle and experience Limerick’s history as you have never done before… A brand new visitor experience that brings together the Castle’s remarkable archaeology and 21st century technology to help you discover the history of Limerick and King John’s Castle.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Take a fresh look at King John’s Castle and experience Limerick’s history as you have never done before… A brand new visitor experience that brings together the Castle’s remarkable archaeology and 21st century technology to help you discover the history of Limerick and King John’s Castle.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Visitors of all ages will find something to inspire and excite them at the brand new visitor experience at King John’s Castle. Enjoy the sights and sounds of medieval Limerick and let touch screen technology connect you to tales of siege and warfare.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Visitors of all ages will find something to inspire and excite them at the brand new visitor experience at King John’s Castle. Enjoy the sights and sounds of medieval Limerick and let touch screen technology connect you to tales of siege and warfare.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Visitors of all ages will find something to inspire and excite them at the brand new visitor experience at King John’s Castle. Enjoy the sights and sounds of medieval Limerick and let touch screen technology connect you to tales of siege and warfare.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Watch out for a dazzling display of CGI animations and ghostly projections. Try on an eighteenth-century dress or chainmail tunic. Explore the busy courtyard and meet the costumed guides who will reveal the secrets and scandals of castle life.
  
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- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Watch out for a dazzling display of CGI animations and ghostly projections. Try on an eighteenth-century dress or chainmail tunic. Explore the busy courtyard and meet the costumed guides who will reveal the secrets and scandals of castle life.
  
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  TAKE A FRESH LOOK AT KING JOHN’S CASTLE AND EXPERIENCE LIMERICK’S HISTORY FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  Watch out for a dazzling display of CGI animations and ghostly projections. Try on an eighteenth-century dress or chainmail tunic. Explore the busy courtyard and meet the costumed guides who will reveal the secrets and scandals of castle life.
  
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  TAKE A FRESH LOOK AT KING JOHN’S CASTLE AND EXPERIENCE LIMERICK’S HISTORY FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BUNRATTY CASTLE & FOLK PARK
  
  You won’t find a living museum like this anywhere else in Ireland. Just unwind and take in the scents from the home baking and the turf fires, the sights of the Irish Wolfhounds out around with our resident farmer, the hens and cockerels as they annoy the Falabella pony!
  
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  YOU WON’T FIND A LIVING MUSEUM LIKE THIS ANYWHERE ELSE IN IRELAND FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BUNRATTY CASTLE & FOLK PARK
  
  You won’t find a living museum like this anywhere else in Ireland. Just unwind and take in the scents from the home baking and the turf fires, the sights of the Irish Wolfhounds out around with our resident farmer, the hens and cockerels as they annoy the Falabella pony!
  
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  YOU WON’T FIND A LIVING MUSEUM LIKE THIS ANYWHERE ELSE IN IRELAND FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BUNRATTY CASTLE & FOLK PARK
  
  You won’t find a living museum like this anywhere else in Ireland. Just unwind and take in the scents from the home baking and the turf fires, the sights of the Irish Wolfhounds out around with our resident farmer, the hens and cockerels as they annoy the Falabella pony!
  
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  YOU WON’T FIND A LIVING MUSEUM LIKE THIS ANYWHERE ELSE IN IRELAND FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- KING JOHN’S CASTLE RE-OPENS ON JUNE 28th
  
  This 13th century Castle has re-opened following a multi million euro investment. Explore the brand new visitor centre with state of the art interpretive activities and exhibitions.
  
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  LEARNING THAT THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN ENJOY WITH OUR MAGICAL INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- CRAGGAUNOWEN – THE LIVING PAST EXPERIENCE
  
  Craggaunowen gives you a real opportunity to play at being part of history; it brings so many stories to life. Here, it’s easy to imagine people dressed like Robin Hood
  
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  A REAL OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY AT BEING PART OF HISTORY FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- KNAPPOGUE CASTLE & WALLED GARDEN
  
  Just listen…you will hear the walls of Knappogue echo the battle songs of its brave soldiers. It stands reflecting the spirit of triumph and resilience that has marked its prominent place in Irish history.
  
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  THE WALLS OF KNAPPOGUE ECHO THE BATTLE SONGS OF ITS BRAVE SOLDIERS FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- DUNGUAIRE’S CASTLE
  
  The coastal setting and imposing castle creates a lovely scene for you to enjoy. When you visit you will understand why it’s the most ‘photographed’ castle in Ireland.
  
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  YOU WILL UNDERSTAND WHY IT’S THE MOST ‘PHOTOGRAPHED’ CASTLE IN IRELAND FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BRIAN BORU HERITAGE CENTRE
  
  You can chart the history of the arrival of Christianity as well as the development of the Shannon River as a transport system. The Brian Boru exhibition traces the life story of Irelands greatest King; whose army defeated the invading Vikings at the Battle of Clontarf in 1014.
  
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  CHART THE HISTORY OF THE ARRIVAL OF CHRISTIANITY AND THE SHANNON RIVER FIND OUT MORE
- MALAHIDE CASTLE & GARDENS
  
  Malahide Castle and Gardens is one of the oldest castles in Ireland, set on 260 acres, this magnificent & historic 12th century castle has been home to the Talbot family for over 800 years. We can explore the history of Malahide Castle and Gardens by looking at the lives, experiences and adventures of the Talbot Family.
  
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  MALAHIDE CASTLE AND GARDENS IS ONE OF THE OLDEST CASTLES IN IRELAND FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BUNRATTY CASTLE BANQUET
  
  You are transported back in time to dine "Medieval Style". The entertainment is provided by the world renowned entertainers and is a fitting compliment to a mead reception, a four course feast, and of course good wine.
  
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  YOU WILL BE TRANSPORTED BACK IN TIME TO DINE "MEDIEVAL STYLE" FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BUNRATTY CASTLE BANQUET
  
  You are transported back in time to dine "Medieval Style". The entertainment is provided by the world renowned entertainers and is a fitting compliment to a mead reception, a four course feast, and of course good wine.
  
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  YOU WILL BE TRANSPORTED BACK IN TIME TO DINE "MEDIEVAL STYLE" FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- BUNRATTY CASTLE BANQUET
  
  You are transported back in time to dine "Medieval Style". The entertainment is provided by the world renowned entertainers and is a fitting compliment to a mead reception, a four course feast, and of course good wine.
  
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  YOU WILL BE TRANSPORTED BACK IN TIME TO DINE "MEDIEVAL STYLE" FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- DUNGUAIRE’S CASTLE BANQUET
  
  An evening of superb music, song and storytelling awaits you at Dunguaire Banquet on the majestic shores of Galway Bay, one of Ireland’s most picturesque locations. The castle is an inspirational place, commanding the shores of Galway Bay and famed in story and song.
  
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  AN EVENING OF SUPERB MUSIC, SONG AND STORYTELLING AWAITS YOU FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- DUNGUAIRE’S CASTLE BANQUET
  
  An evening of superb music, song and storytelling awaits you at Dunguaire Banquet on the majestic shores of Galway Bay, one of Ireland’s most picturesque locations. The castle is an inspirational place, commanding the shores of Galway Bay and famed in story and song.
  
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  AN EVENING OF SUPERB MUSIC, SONG AND STORYTELLING AWAITS YOU FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- TRADITIONAL IRISH NIGHT
  
  The Corn Barn in Bunratty Folk Park is the perfect setting for a celebration of all the best traditions of Ireland. You will enjoy good home cooked food, excellent wine and join in the music and song... you might even learn a step or two!
  
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  CELEBRATE THE BEST TRADITIONS OF IRELAND IN THE CORN BARN FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- TRADITIONAL IRISH NIGHT
  
  The Corn Barn in Bunratty Folk Park is the perfect setting for a celebration of all the best traditions of Ireland. You will enjoy good home cooked food, excellent wine and join in the music and song... you might even learn a step or two!
  
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  CELEBRATE THE BEST TRADITIONS OF IRELAND IN THE CORN BARN FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- KNAPPOGUE CASTLE BANQUET
  
  The medieval banquet at Knappogue is a fresh experience in every way. You are greeted at the main door of the castle by the Earl’s Butler and the Ladies of the castle. The Earl’s Butler relates the history of the Castle finishing by explaining the ‘Rules of Chivalry’ practiced at Knappogue Castle!
  
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  THE MEDIEVAL BANQUET AT KNAPPOGUE IS A FRESH EXPERIENCE IN EVERY WAY FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- KNAPPOGUE CASTLE BANQUET
  
  The medieval banquet at Knappogue is a fresh experience in every way. You are greeted at the main door of the castle by the Earl’s Butler and the Ladies of the castle. The Earl’s Butler relates the history of the Castle finishing by explaining the ‘Rules of Chivalry’ practiced at Knappogue Castle!
  
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  THE MEDIEVAL BANQUET AT KNAPPOGUE IS A FRESH EXPERIENCE IN EVERY WAY FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- VALENTINE’S AT BUNRATTY
  
  Celebrate St. Valentine’s Day, February the 14th in style at Bunratty Castle in Co. Clare. For those who are in love it is an annual favourite. Bunratty Castle, resplendent with medieval tapestries, furniture and artefacts, is the ideal venue to bring your loved one for a very special St. Valentine’s celebration.
  
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  FOR THOSE WHO ARE IN LOVE BUNRATTY CASTLE, RESPLENDENT WITH MEDIEVAL TAPESTRIES, IS AN ANNUAL FAVOURITE FIND OUT MORE
- EASTER AT BUNRATTY
  
  At Easter the Folk Park comes alive with lots of Easter Characters, activities & celebrations culminating with a grand finale Easter Parade through the Village Street.
  
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  THE FOLK PARK COMES ALIVE WITH EASTER CHARACTERS, ACTIVITIES & CELEBRATIONS FIND OUT MORE
- EASTER AT CRAGGAUNOWEN
  
  Do you want to see the Easter Bunny this Easter? He is making a special guest appearance at Craggaunowen on Easter Sunday. Don’t miss seeing the wild boar, the Iron Age Roadway and the Ring fort too!
  
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  THE EASTER BUNNY MAKES A SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE AT CRAGGAUNOWEN ON EASTER SUNDAY FIND OUT MORE
- FOSSETT’S CIRCUS AT BUNRATTY
  
  When Fossett’s Circus comes to town you are in for a special treat! Watch how the wonderful trapeze artists, Russian bar act, springboard, jugglers, French aerialists and contortionists of the Circus all perform their art.
  
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  TRAPEZE ARTISTS, RUSSIAN BAR ACT, SPRINGBOARD, JUGGLERS, AERIALISTS AND CONTORTIONISTS FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- LUGHNASA FESTIVAL
  
  Lughnasa is a petition to the divine for a successful harvest marking the first day of autumn. At the end of the summer harvest, a festival of games and skills are for you to enjoy.
  
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  AT THE END OF THE SUMMER HARVEST, A FESTIVAL OF GAMES AND SKILLS ARE FOR YOU TO ENJOY FIND OUT MORE
- TRADITIONAL HARVEST DAY
  
  Harvest traditions from over 100 years ago brought to life at Bunratty Folk Park with a traditional 19th century Harvest Day. Traditional ‘Strawboys’ perform around the Folk Park for everyone to see.
  
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  HARVEST TRADITIONS FROM OVER 100 YEARS AGO BROUGHT TO LIFE AT BUNRATTY FOLK PARK FIND OUT MORE
- HALLOWEEN
  
  While children get into the ‘spirit’ of things, parents will can enjoy traditional Irish music on the Folk Park’s Village Street or a trip down memory lane and see butter making, baking and milling demonstrations.
  
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  ENJOY TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC, BUTTER MAKING, BAKING AND MILLING DEMONSTRATIONS FIND OUT MORE
- SANTA AT BUNRATTY
  
  At Christmas time the village street is decked with holly and the Christmas tree festooned with fairy lights because SANTA IS COMING!! You can meet all the Christmas characters, including Santa’s elves, who wander the village street in search of mischief!
  
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  AT CHRISTMSA TIME SANTA VISITS BUNRATTY! MEET ALL THE CHRISTMAS CHARACTERS, INCLUDING SANTA’S ELVES! FIND OUT MORE BOOK NOW
- CHRISTMAS EVENINGS AT BUNRATTY
  
  If you would like a great night out with family or friends this Christmas join us at Bunratty Castle for our Christmas Evening at the Castle. Enjoy a fabulous evening in the company of the world famous Castle entertainers.
  
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  ENJOY A FABULOUS EVENING IN THE COMPANY OF THE WORLD FAMOUS CASTLE ENTERTAINERS FIND OUT MORE