Castlecomer Discovery Park A Pawfect Family Day Out in Kilkenny!
Looking for a family day out that includes your four-legged best friend? Castlecomer Discovery Park in County Kilkenny is the perfect place for outdoor adventures, woodland walks and quality family time. With 80 acres of beautiful countryside to explore, there's something for everyone including the dog! The History of Castlecomer, County Kilkenny Castlecomer's history stretches […]
Milford Mills: Carlow’s Hidden Riverside Gem
Milford Mills is one of those places that can be as simple or as active as you want it to be. You can come for a quick 20 minute loop with the kids, spend a few hours beside the river, cycle the Barrow track, fish, paddle, swim, or just stop for coffee and take in […]
Killeshin Waterworks: Carlow’s Hidden Gem for Dog Walks
Just a short drive from Carlow town, Killeshin Waterworks is one of those places you can easily pass without ever realising what's there. Tucked away in County Laois, just over the border from Carlow, it’s a peaceful woodland and reservoir walk that’s perfect when you want to get the dog out, burn off some energy […]
Dublin from the Water: A Cruise to Howth
Sea air, open horizons and a completely different view of the capital If you’re visiting Dublin, there’s one experience that takes you away from the traffic, the pavements and the crowds almost instantly: leave the city by boat. The Dublin City to Howth cruise departs from Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, beside the River Liffey, and […]
Freedom on Three Wheels in Tipperary
You’re getting ready for the road in County Tipperary, checking the bike, sorting your gear and making sure Bernie, your Saint Bernard, is comfortable in the sidecar. His harness is clipped in securely, his goggles are on, and he already seems to know that today is going to be different. The engine starts, Bernie settles […]
Mountain Adventure in Mayo: The Bothy Loop at Letterkeen
There is something about arriving in County Mayo for the first time that makes you want to keep driving until the roads get quieter and the mountains begin to take over. That is exactly what happens when the two of you leave Newport behind and head towards Letterkeen in Wild Nephin National Park, with a […]
Trail Running With Your Dog at Killinthomas Wood, County Kildare
It’s a cool September weekend and you’ve decided that you and Finn need to get out of the house for a while. Nothing complicated, nothing that needs hours of planning. Just a pair of running shoes, Finn’s harness, some water and a woodland trail where the two of you can switch off for an hour […]
Micro-Adventure in Fermanagh: One Night Beside Lower Lough Erne
It’s Friday evening, the weather looks good for the weekend, and instead of going home and letting another couple of days disappear, you decide to get away. Nothing complicated. Just you, your bike, a small tent and enough gear for one night. You point the handlebars towards Lower Lough Erne in County Fermanagh, with Castle […]
Van Life in Monaghan: The Stop You Didn’t Plan
After driving most of the day through County Monaghan, the light is beginning to disappear and you’re ready to call it. The dog has been patient in the van, but both of you need a break. You’re not looking for anything spectacular at this point, just somewhere quiet and sensible to stop for the night. […]
Introduction to Bikejoring: Running Your Dog on Wheels
Bikejoring is simpler than it sounds. Your dog runs in front of your bike, harnessed and attached via a bungee line connected to your frame. They pull. You pedal. Together you move faster than either could alone. It's efficient, it's thrilling, and it's become one of the fastest growing dog sports across Europe and North […]