Immerse yourself in the marvellous Clongrennane woodland in County Carlow, on this lush 4km loop in Ireland’s Ancient East.

South Leinster Way is a long distance walking route which runs from Kildavin, County Carlow to Carrick-on-Suir in County Tipperary covering 102 kilometres (64 miles) in length and ascending some 1600 metres.

Duckett’s Grove Walled Gardens and Pleasure Grounds have been a jewel in the landscape of County Carlow for hundreds of years. The gardens surround the ruins of Duckett's Grove, a 19th-century great house and former estate owned by the Duckett family, which formed part of what was a 12,000 acre estate.

Rathwood Home and Garden World near Tullow in County Carlow, is a multi award winning facility with restaurants, shops, a garden centre, woodland walks and a children's play centre. Bring the family to one of their organised kid's events under its own Big Top.

The Altamont Gardens, regarded as the jewel in Ireland’s gardening crown, lie in County Carlow. The romantic 16-hectare estate, not far from Tullow, features a mix of native and exotic plants and makes a great destination for a family outing.

Oak Park Forest Park is part of former Oak Park estate, which was the home of the Bruen Family from 1775 to 1957. In 1960 the estate was divided among many small holders and the Agricultural Institute. Today, Teagasc (the Agriculture and Food Development Authority) has its headquarters here, carrying out research, training and advisory services to the agricultural sector. A considerable portion of the park is established woodland and Teagasc has given 127 acres of forestry parkland as a recreational, community and amenity facility - open for the public to explore and enjoy.