Ballyhoura Country

Ballyhoura Failte
Kilfinane, Co. Limerick.
Ireland.
Telephone: +353 63 91300
Fax: +353 63 91330

Welcome to Ballyhoura

Situated in the southwest region of Ireland, on the borders of counties Limerick, Tipperary and Cork, Ballyhoura Country is an area of undulating green pastures, woodlands, hills and mountains.

The area is free from the crowds so often find elsewhere, of course it has vibrant towns and villages, but Ballyhoura Country is the perfect place to get off the beaten track, take a magical mystery tour and discover rural Ireland.

If the ancient and unspoilt landscapes don’t seduce you, then an abundance of significant heritage sites, thrilling outdoor recreational activities and the friendly people you’re certain to meet on your visit through the area, just might.

A thriving rural community, ever resourceful and welcoming, Ballyhoura Country is a most sociable place to stopover. Visiting the area you’ll no doubt make some new friends, certainly learn more about the area, experience local life and become part of the community should you so wish.

Whether you prefer a quiet walk through scenic woodland, an exhilarating quad bike ride, or a relaxing game of golf, Ballyhoura Country offers a huge range of outdoor activities. Watch wildlife up close, horseback ride along corrie lakes, canoe, rock climb or fly-fish through some of Irelands loveliest landscapes. There’s plenty to be done all interspersed with cultural encounters and gourmet surprises.

And don't forget ancient Irish heritage! If a heritage experience is in your plans, then discover past cultures with every step that you take, learn how prehistoric man farmed the shores of Lough Gur, the medieval walled town of Kilmallock was fortified or view the magnificent Doneraile Court listening to its fascinating history. Discover De Valera, Galbally, Crossroads Dancing and much more! Experience living cultures with a trip to the agricultural mart, the hunt, a hurling game or an evening of road bowling.

Enjoy any of Ballyhoura Country’s experiences by checking out the links across our website. For practical trip-planning information, such as accommodations, maps and activity opportunities, visit the links to the left and top of each page.

Harnessing Rural Capital

An innovative transnational project involving partners from Sweden and Wales - funded by EU Article 6 - includes a focus on custodianship of the land, and the opportunities for landowners to optimise income from sustainable countryside recreation and tourism.

Current Features

Mountain Biking in Ballyhoura
For a full update on the Ballyhoura Trails please contact the tourist office in Kilfinane on info@ballyhoura.org or on 063 91300. The website, tra

Living Land Ballyhoura Country
Living Land Ballyhoura Country is an audio tour of the Golden Vale Drive. The varied landscapes on the Golden Vale drive (Distance: 112km) range f

County Limerick Nature Walks
Geoff Hunt of Birdwatch Ireland has produced a new book entitled "Limerick Nature Walks", which is a first of its kind for the County. The book is pri

Ballyhoura International Walking Festival 2008
Noel Hanna, Northern Ireland mountaineer and Adventurer launches the festival and talks about his 7 Summits to Sea Level challenge. Start Time: 8.3

Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Injury Clinic
Mountain Biking Specialist Physiotherapist Sally Thomas and Sports Scientist Nigel Callender will be available at the Ballyhoura trails (Ballyorgan Fo

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	01/06/2008	THREE TENORS TO PLAY DONERAILE
	10/05/2008	Frances Black to perform in Knockainey
	01/05/2008	NORTH CORK CLASSICAL MUSIC
	28/04/2008	Beckett’s Outbursts

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Ballyhoura Development Ltd. is funded by the Irish Government under the National Development Plan 2000 - 2006 and part financed by European Union Structural Funds