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Garrison Waterside Holiday Centre is based in Leighlinbridge, County Carlow, South East Ireland, on the main road route from Dublin to Waterford, and between Carlow Town and Kilkenny City. On the main Dublin-Waterford road (N9) take the Leighlinbridge exit and make for the centre of the village towards the bridge.
Idyllic Setting: The Black Castle and Garrison House, beside the Valerian Bridge on the river Barrow in Leighlinbridge, County Carlow, Ireland. Photo by Grand Design About the village: "It is a place of infinite tranquillity and restfulness, an inspired use of a simple setting in this village of special charm". Excerpt from the judging committee of the River Barrow Awards Scheme in Leighlinbridge
Get lost in ancient tranquillity - Irish Post
Theres no shortage of heritage and culture here. You can wander round the environs of the early 13th century Norman castle in the town, or venture over to Brownes Hill. This is the largest Neolithic, pre-Christian dolmen in Ireland around 3,500 years old. Many stone and bronze axes have also been found in the area of the town and along the banks of the Barrow river. Journey throughout the county and youll see standing stones, dolmens, stone forts and burial chambers dating back to 2500 BC. Moving swiftly forward, in the 5th and 6th centuries Carlow became an important early Christian centre. Throughout the county monastic settlements were set up the beautiful village of St. Mullins, for example, was where St. Molings abbey was founded. There are still some remains of the monastery to be seen nestling beautifully in countryside which hasnt changed much in 1500 years.Youll be wanting to know more about the afore-mentioned countryside and what diversions are to be had throughout the county. Well, theres fishing in the Barrow, birdwatching along the Burren, rambling in the Blackstairs. Or perhaps joining the throng at the Carlow Floral Festival, enjoying a music session at Scraggs Alley, chatting with locals at the Teach Dolmain in Tullow Street, or just watching the world go by at the Liberty Tree in the centre of town. As the locals put it stalking, hawking, walking, flocking, rocking, talking or gawking. The other charms of Carlow are not hard to find. Given its mild climate the place is a haven for gardens and gardeners. If flowers are your particular interest then head for Carlows Floral Festival Trail which takes place in August.The towns and villages of Carlow picturesque places like Clonmore, Hacketstown, Kildavin and Killeshin are set in beautiful pastureland. The place couldnt be more Irish, with friendliness, and hospitality high on the agenda.
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