The Laid Back Approach …..
Kilkenny Castle
A 12th Century castle, which has been remodelled and fully restored. For Guided Tours, please contact the booking office on:
+353 (0)56 772 1450
Castle Yard
Situated opposite Kilkenny Castle, these former stables and coach houses are owned by Kilkenny Civic Trust and include craft studios, workshops and the famous Kilkenny Design Centre.
www.kilkennydesign.com
Kilkenny Craft Trail
The perfect way to explore Kilkenny craft. This trail features 9 studios and workshops in Kilkenny, incorporating jewellers, potters, leather and wood workers, glass blowers as well as candle makers. During the trail you will visit the shops of well known names such as Chesneau – Nicholas Mosse pottery – Stoneware Jackson Pottery – Jerpoint Glass.
Waterford Crystal
Take the factory tour where you will see skilled crafts men at work as they give shape and form to the molten crystal and transform it into perfectly exquisite shapes, with expertise and craftsmanship that has taken over 200 years to develop. Less than a 1 hour drive from Lyrath Estate.
www.waterfordvisitorcentre.com
Gowran Park Racecourse
With 15 meetings throughout the year, Gowran Park is the perfect place to enjoy the excitement and spectacle of a day at the races. Dine in the rooftop restaurant and experience the thrill of the horses crossing the finishing line. This Grade A racecourse has had numerous famous winners such as the legendary Arkle, Hedgehunter and Kicking King.
T: 056 7726225 (W) www.gowranpark.ie
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The Action & Adventure approach …….
Outdoor Dynamics
Outdoor Dynamics works in partnership with Ireland's beautiful Country Estates, Hotels and Castles. Providing the ideal day in the country with the A-Z of Country Pursuits. Some examples include: Clay Pigeon Shooting, Air Rifle Shooting, Falconry, Archery all of which can take place at Lyrath Estate.
Phone +353 (0)45 891 100 or go to www.outdoordynamics.com
Team Dynamics Kilkenny
Provide Tailor made packages including indoor and outdoor challenges such as archery, river adventures, abseiling, climbing and shooting. Arrive as a group leave as a team.
Phone +353 (0)56 776 3635 or go to www.tdk.ie
Countryside Activity Centre
Group activities such as bo carts, indoor rifle target shooting, archery – long bow and clay pigeon shooting.
Phone +353 (0)56 61791 / 67649 or go to www.goireland.com
Country Quads
Cross Country Driving on a scenic livestock farm. Just a half hour’s drive from Lyrath Estate. Clay pigeon shooting also available on request.
Phone +353 (0)59 972 4624 or go to www.countryquads.net
Warrington Top Flight Equestrian
Indoor & Outdoor Arena. Cross Country also available.
Phone +353 (0)56 22682 or go to www.topflightkilkenny.com
Kiltorcan Raceway Karting Circuit
All weather, outdoor circuit for events, parties, tuition and practice.
Phone +353 (0)56 776 8914 or go to www.kiltorcan.com
Golf & Fishing…
Kilkenny Golf Club
Lyrath Estate Hotel has an affiliation directly with this course our reservation team can supply you with further details upon request
Phone 00353 (0)56 7765400 or go to www.kilkennygolfclub.com
Gowran Park Golf Club
Lyrath Estate Hotel has an affiliation with this course. Our reservation team can supply you with further details on request
Phone +353 (0)56 7726699 or go to www.gowranpark.ie
Mount Juliet Golf Club
Championship 18 hole golf course. Less than 30 minutes drive from Lyrath Estate Hotel.
Phone +353 (0)56 777 3000
Castlecomer Golf Club
A new 18 hole golf course. Less than 30 minutes drive from Lyrath Estate Hotel.
Phone +353 (0)56 4441139 or go to www.castlecomergolf.com
Lyrath privately owned fishing Island in St.Mullins
Recently purchased, the island is ideal for small groups wishing to go fishing and is less than a 40 minute drive from the hotel.
Contact our Events Team +353 (0)56 7705846
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