Discover the life and works of Patrick Kavanagh, one of Ireland's greatest ever poets, at the Patrick Kavanagh Centre in his hometown of Inniskeen in County Monaghan.

Brehon Brewhouse is set amongst the grassy rolling drumlins outside Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, just a few miles from the birthplace of Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh. This craft ale brewhouse is steeped in 10 generations of history at the family's dairy farm and its old stone cottages. Join the tasting tour, sample the award winning brews and be entertained by the stories.

Take on an easy 4.5km walk while immersing yourself in rich local heritage on the Monaghan Greenway. This pretty shared walking and cycling route follows the old Ulster Canal towpath

Wild Thyme Restaurant, 8km from Monaghan Town, is a restaurant which prides itself on serving fresh and locally sourced food combined with seasonal produce.

Castle Leslie Estate in Glaslough, County Monaghan, is nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodland and glittering lakes. It is one of the last great Irish castle estates still in the hands of its founding family.

Rally School Ireland, located in Scotstown, County Monaghan, offers electrifying days where participants can drive real rally cars on a purpose built course.