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Boules on the Lawn at Turlough Park House- Demonstration
Family friendly
Free to visit
Watch members of Castlebar Pétanque Club demonstrate this unique game of pétanque (outdoor boules) on the grounds of Turlough Park.

Come along to watch members of Castlebar Pétanque Club demonstrate how to play this unique game and have an opportunity to try it out for yourself!

The game originated in early 20th-century France but has been played worldwide. It may have been played here by the Fitzgerald family who lived in Turlough Park House. It is now played across Ireland with the Castlebar Pétanque Club forming in 2024.

Watch Castlebar Pétanque Club demonstrate the game and then give it a go yourself!

This is a drop in event which means no booking is required.

Readers are advised to check with the venue before relying on the details published here.

Event details
Dates
19 July 2025
Time
Start 10:00End 13:00
Price
0
Contact details
National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, Turlough Park House, Gortnafolla, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 HY31, Ireland
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