Tullow is a small, attractive market town, and a favourite spot for anglers, in the north-east region of County Carlow. It's situated on the River Slaney, which flows under a bridge beside the town's former Methodist church - a picturesque stone building that's now been converted into a museum. Here, visitors may learn about local history through the ages and, in particular, about Fr John Murphy, one of the leaders of the 1798 Irish Rebellion. Fr Murphy was captured and executed in the Market Square, where his statue stands today. Tullow provides an ideal base for outdoor activities, from canoeing and coarse and game fishing in the Slaney and Barrow rivers to golfing amid beautiful lakes and mountain views at the Mount Wolseley championship course. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking and riding opportunities, while Carlow town, with its shops, restaurants and family activities, is less than ten miles away. Dublin City is not much more than an hour's drive from Tullow, which is also well placed for exploring the sights of north Wexford and south Wicklow. One big local attraction well worth visiting is the 16th Century Altamont House, whose beautiful 100-acre gardens are feted as the most romantic in all of Ireland.
Places to Stay near Tullow
Haulfryn House (88.51 miles)
A lovely stone Grade II listed house of great charm, set in three acres of exotic sub tropical Italianate gardens with terraces of mimosa, eucalyptus and palm trees leading down to the sea. Wonderful in ... More | visit website
Felindre Cottages (89.01 miles)
It is just five minutes walk through the fields to the Coastal Path and the picturesque fishing ... More | visit website
Warpool Court Hotel (89.43 miles)
TYF Eco Hotel (89.68 miles)
Attached to a converted 19th century windmill in rural St. David's, this homely and environmentally conscious hotel is an ideal base for a range of outdoor activities. Situated just off a ... More
Woodlands Hall Hotel (91.00 miles)
The Woodlands Hall Hotel, situated on the idyllic ... More | visit website
Quality Cottages (91.28 miles)
Gwyndy (91.39 miles)
Just a short stroll from a sandy beach, this modern, comfortably furnished single storey property makes an ideal base for summer seaside holidays and winter escapes. Situated in the former fishing village of Morfa Nefyn ... More | visit website
Blackthorn Farm (92.14 miles)
Blackthorn farm is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, and most rooms have fantastic views. We are minutes from the ferry terminal in Holyhead for sailings to Ireland. ... More
Hope and Anchor Inn (92.26 miles)
Fine Food and Comfortable Rooms and the doorstep of the Fishguard Cork Irish Ferry and pembrokeshire National Park ... MoreFerryboat Inn and Restaurant (92.37 miles)
Offering quality en suite rooms and forecourt parking, 500 metres from Fishguard ferry port, this is the nearest accommodation provider to Europcar and Hertz car hire, ideal for visiting Pembrokeshire. The 4-star ... More
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