Wicklow and Kildare are counties rich in historic and cultural attractions, combined with lively towns and picturesque villages that demonstrate Ireland at its best.
These heritage short breaks are designed to help you discover Ireland's historic and cultural sites for yourself, featuring must-see sites including Glendalough, the Irish National Stud, Wicklow's Historic Gaol and Russborough House.
Gateway to North Kildare and Meath
Enjoy a 3 night getaway break at the Hamlet Court Hotel.
This package includes 3 nights B&B and 2 evening meals in our Sabayon restaurant and transport to and from your day trips. These include the historic Trim Castle, whiskey tasting at Locks Distillery, the gardens at Belvedere House and the ancient site of Newgrange.
Price: €199 per person sharing
Offer Valid: Until 30 November 2011
More Details/How to Book: Visit the Hamlet Court Hotel website
Heritage Experience - Maynooth Campus Conference & Accommodation
Interested in Irish history? Why not immerse yourself in Kildare’s rich heritage? Stay two nights with us in a heritage en-suite room on the stunning university campus at Maynooth and savour the historical ambience of Gothic quadrangles, atmospheric cloisters and the sublime College Chapel. Beyond the campus and the Geraldine Castle, Castletown House, the Irish Steam Museum, the Lodge Park Walled Garden and Leixlip Castle are all on our doorstep.
Price: From €105 per person sharing
Offer Valid: Until December 2011
More Details/How to Book: Visit the Maynooth Campus website
Chocolate Garden and Funky Hat Weekend
Enjoy a two night break at the 4* Croneybyrne Courtyard self catering holiday homes. Visit a chocolate and ice cream factory and see how chocolate is made and decorated. You can even make your own! Visit the hat studio of a professional milliner who will help to create your own hat to bring home.
Package include two nights’ accommodation in luxury self catering cottages for 2 adults and 2 children, entry to the chocolate factory and hat making studio.
Price: €395
Offer Valid: September 2011 to March 2012
More Details/How to Book: Visit www.croneybyrneholidays.com for details.