activities, accommodation and dining in kildare. there is a large number of activity based pursuits...
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Activities,Accommodation
and Dining in Kildare
There is a large number of activity based pursuits in
Co. Kildare, some of which include Walking, Cycling,
Horse Riding, Golf and Fishing.
Prendergasts, Melitta Lodge Stables, Kildare, Co. Kildare, Telephone:+353 (0) 45521401
Cóilog Eventing Ltd, Crosspatrick, Kilmeague, Naas, Co. Kildare,Telephone: +353 (0)45 860842 or +353 (0)45 860452
Kill International Equestrian Centre, Kill, Naas, Co.Kildare. Telephone: +353 (0) 45-877333 or +353 (0) 45-877208
Maynooth Equestrian Centre, Clonfert Rd, Maynooth, Co. Kildare.Telephone: +353 (0)1 5054860
Horse Riding in County Kildare
Kildare is one of the premier Horse Racing and Breeding regions in the world, why not take the opportunity to go Horse Rising?..
Walking in County Kildare
Kildare Town Slí na Sláinte and Heritage TrailKnown to the Local as the Hundred Acres Walk - There are two Routes 4.4km and 3.5km.Grade: Easy
Leixlip Sli na SlainteThis Slí is a 4.9km route through a predominantly residential area, which takes in both old and new Leixlip. The route starts at the main gates of Intel Ireland, one of the biggest employers in Co. Kildare.Grade: Easy
Kilcock SliThe Kilcock Slí is 5.5km in length and starts at the Fairgreen, near the entrance to the Railway Station car park. Before starting the walk, take time to notice Market Cross, base dated 1640 and the remains of the Military Barracks.Grade: Easy
Donadea Forest Sli he Donadea Forest Park Slí na Sláinte is 5.7km long and starts near the car park entrance and follows a beautiful forest path around the park. Donadea Forest Park is almost 250 hectares in size and is steeped in history, with remnants of a magnificent castle, a church, a tower and walled gardens.Grade: Easy
Celbridge/ Leixlip SliIn Celbridge, the starting point is at the gates to Castletown House, where you will find a map, which clearly illustrates the route. From this point you proceed along Main Street, Celbridge, until you reach the junction with the Dublin Road. For more information follow link.Grade: Easy
Athy SliOur 2.6Km Slí starts at the courthouse by the River Barrow. This historic Jacobean style building was opened as the town’s Corn Exchange building in 1857 and was converted to the courthouse in 1891. Route can be walked in either direction and is recommended as a daytime walk.Grade: Easy
All the following walks including maps can be found on www.irishtrails.ie
Silken Thomas - The Complete PubSilken Thomas is a classically styled suburban bar designed to ensure customers experience a more intimate and cosy night in. There is an extensive menu suiting a plethora of tastes. Check out our Evening Menu to see what “Flanagan’s Lounge” has to offer, and the chef’s are always coming up with daily specials, to keep it interesting. Chapter 16 is a modern and bright restaurant, with views of Kildare’s historic market square. The restaurant offers fresh produce at all times leading to and exciting menu of international dishes served with a lavish touch of imagination. The culinary forté for which the house is largely due to the pursuit of excellence associated with the Silken Thomas, Breakfast from 8.00-12.00 Mon-Sat, 9.00-12.00 Sun. Sandwiches & Light Bites from 10.30-10.00pm everyday, Evening / Bar Menu – 3pm-10pm everyday, Carvery 12-3pm Mon-Fri 12-6pm Sat/Sun, t: +353 (0) 45 522232
Dining Out in KildareA list of Local food establishment
Hartes Bar & GrillNominated in two categories at the Irish restaurant awards 2011; Best Gastro pub and best casual dining. Situated in the heart of Kildare Town, 30 minutes from Dublin, 2 minutes from Kildare Village Outlet, and across the road from the Kildare Town Heritage Centre, Harte’s Bar & Grill provides great food and a superb atmosphere. Harte’s offers a quality dining experience in a relaxed bar setting. Harte’s Bar & Grill has quickly become the favourite of Kildare locals and people visiting nearby attractions. A combination of superb food and remarkable deals has placed Harte’s at the forefront of the Kildare culinary scene. Monday – Thursday 4pm – 9pm Friday – Saturday 4pm -10pm Sunday – 12 – 9pm, PH; + 353 (0) 45 533557
AnnamarsA unique French dinning experience in the heart of Kildare, Annamar’s restaurant has created a well know reputation across Ireland since it first opened in March 2000. Enjoy the evening in a cosy and friendly atmosphere, with tasty and creative gastronomic dishes prepared to order by chef patron Aymar Gourdet. Dishes to be enjoyed with our very selected wine list. Very special welcome by experienced waiting staff to take special care of your evening and to make your visit memorable. Open from 18.00pm until 22.00pm Thursday to Saturday and non stop all day Sunday from 12am until 9pm, T: +353 (0) 45 522899
Café KGreat Café/Restaurant in Kildare town located in Eurospar Shopping Centre. The Café has a wide variety on offer for breakfast and lunch. Great coffee with top, Quality food at very good prices. Famous in the afternoons for desserts and the best coffee in Kildare. Experienced and Friendly Staff.
AgapeJust off Market Square, this trendy little cafe has a fine range of homemade food. There’s a full coffee bar and a menu of salads, soups, sandwiches and tasty hot specials. Agape has a wonderful Ice-cream bar and a range of delicious deserts.
Daniel BolandsBoland’s have won many local and national awards for the very high standards of food and beverages which are served daily in both the Cafe and Bar, The premises caters for all ages and is wheelchair accessible. At present they serve everything from light snacks to main course meals everyday they also offer a dedicated children’s menu 7 days a week. The Bar is a haven for those seeking peace, tranquillity and comfort. Its photo’s and fittings chart the history of Boland’s and Kildare from the 1960’s to the present day. In this Bar, customers can relax in sumptuous comfort and enjoy our Bar Food Menu and professionally presented drinks.
Dining Out in KildareA list of Local food establishment
Ristorante ColosseusItalian/Irish Restaurant, wide range of pasta, pizza, pinanis and more. We have a wide range of Italian winesto accompany all choices of dishesWe have a wide range of Italian wines to accompany all choices of dishes Lunch from 12-5pm. Early bird €14.95 from 5pm-8Pm. t: +353 (0) 45 520 570
Victoria House Asian CuisineOne of the finest Asian cuisine restaurants in the County. Caters for both sit down and takeaway. The service is fantastic and also excellent value for money, food and atmosphere. Lunch Served: Thurs & Fri 12.30-2.30pm, Sun 12.30-4.30pm & Dinner Served: Sun, Sat 5pm until latet: +353 (0) 45 533 118
USAC (Upstairs Cunningham’s)Cunninghams comprises of a bar and restaurant to suit all occasions. You will always find a welcoming face and a lot of fun in the bar, enjoy a little more privacy in the hut area, and try one of Cunninghams beautiful dishes in the Bar & Restaurant, if its a drink beside a warm open fire on a winters night or a glass of wine in the beergarden looking at the magnificently flood lit Cathedral and tower Cunninghams is the spot for you. Relaxing and entertaining what more could you ask for. Monday – Thursday 4pm – 9pm, Friday – Saturday 4pm -10pm, Sunday – 12 – 9pm, t: +353 (0) 45
Accommodation in Kildare:
All Accommodation on this page is approved by Failte Ireland
Ms. Catherine Singleton, No. 1 Dara Park, Station Road, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare PH:+ 353-(0) -45-521964
Mrs. Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Castleview Farm B&B, Lackagh, Kildare, Co. Kildare PH: +353-(0)-521816 Email: [email protected] Web: www.kildarebandb.com
Ms. Christine Hassett, Kildare Bed & Breakfast, Cherryville, Kildare, Co. Kildare. +353-(0)-45-521777 Web: www.kildarebed&breakfast.ie.
Ms. Ruby Johnston, Cherryville House, Cherryville, Co. Kildare +353-(0)-45-521091 Email: [email protected]
Mr. and Mrs. Keane Eaglehill Farm House, Suncrof,t The Curragh, Kildare, Co. Kildare +353-(0)-45-526097 Email: [email protected]
Derby House Hotel ** Dublin Road, Kildare Town. + 353 (0) 45 522144 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.derbyhousehotel.ie
Athy Marina, Small pond running off the river barrow €5.00 day ticket. Species: Bream, Dace, Eel, Hybrid, Minnow, Perch, Pike, Roach, Roach-Bream, Rudd, Rudd-Bream, Silver Bream, Tench.
Fishing in County Kildare
Balinfagh Lake, Prosperous Co. KildareSpecies: Hybrid, Perch, Roach, Tench, Facilities: car park, Number of swims: 8, Season: all year, Permits: free
Barrow Canal, Athy, Co. Kildare, This canal beside the angling centre of Vicarstown contains Bream and Rudd. Downstream, towards Athy you can find Tench up to 6 lbs in weight. The canal joins with the river Barrow in Athy town. Species: Bream, Rudd, Facilities: Number of swims: 0Season: All year around. Permits: Coarse fishing is free.
Bell Harbour, Monastrevin, Co. Kildare, Bell Harbour is a picturesque Grand Canal town stretch with well kept green areas beside a modern apartment complex with ample parking. Shops, including a well stocked tackle and bait shop, are only a 5 min. walk away. Average water depth is 4′ 6″ to 5′ 6″ and has light to moderate boat traffic during summer months. Species: Bream, Common Carp, Eel, Hybrid, Perch, Pike, Roach, Roach-Bream, Tench, Facilities: Free parking. Shops, Pubs, Restaurants etc. all within 5 min walk from venue. Number of swims: 30, Season: All year round.Permits: Fishing is free of charge.
Digby Bridge, Sallins, Co. Kildare, Small stretch above main Sallins stretch large amounts to tench, bream hybreds, very weedy bring a rake. Species: Facilities: good parking, Number of swims: 10, Season: summer , Permits: Nil
Golden Falls, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare, A small reservoir with a very siltybottom, on the Liffey between Poulaphouca dam and golden falls dam at Ballymore, Co. Kildare. Species: Carp, Eel, Perch, Pike, Roach, Facilities: none, Number of swims: 0, Season: 0 , Permits: Nil
Ferns Lock, Species: Bream, Hybrid, Roach, Roach-Bream, Rudd, Tench, Facilities: None, Number of swims: 0, Season: 0, Permits: Nil
Locations for Fishing in County Kildare
Golf in KildareNAME PHONE ADDRESS
Athy Golf Club, Geraldine : 059 863172 Athy, Co. Kildare
Bodenstown, 045 897096 Bodenstown, Sallins, Co. Kildare
Castlewarden Golf Club, 01 4589254 Straffan, Co. Kildare
Cill Dara Golf Club, 045 521295 Little Curragh, Kildare, Co. Kildare
Craddockstown Golf Club, 045 897610 Blessington Road, Naas, Co. Kildare
Curragh Golf Club, 045 441714 The Curragh, Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Dunmurry Springs Golf Club, 045 531400 Dunmurry Hill, Kildare, Co Kildare, Kildare, Co. Kildare
Highfield Golf & Country Club, 046 9731021 Carbury, Co. Kildare
INDOOR MINI GOLF, 045 409998 Unit W9G Tougher Business Park,, Naas, Co. Kildare
Kilcock Golf Club, 01 6287592/ 01 6284074 Gallow, Kilcock, Co. Kildare
Kilkea Castle Golf Club, 059 9145555 Castledermot, Co. Kildare
Killeen Golf Club, 045 866003 Killeenbeg, Kill, Co. Kildare
Moyvalley Golf Club, 046 9548000 Moyvalley, Co Kildare, Co. Kildare
Naas Golf Club, 045 874644 Kerdiffstown, Naas, Co. Kildare
NAME ADDRESS PHONE WEB/ EMAIL
The Straffan Butterfly Farm, Ovidstown, Straffan,Kildare
PH : (01) 6271109 [email protected]://www.straffanbutterflyfarm
Contact K-Bowl Entertainment Centre
Toughers Ind Est Park, Newbridge, Co. Kildare
PH: (045) 408144 [email protected]
Quads & Karting
Mondello Park
Mondello Park, Naas, Co. KIildare PH: (045) +353 45 860200 [email protected]
www.mondellopark.ie
Storm Cinemas Naas, Co. Kildare PH: (045) 874653 www.stormcinemas.ie
Lullymore Heritage Centre, Lullymore, Rathangan, Co. Kildare PH: (045) – 870 238 [email protected]@lullymoreheritagepark.co
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Airport Flying Club c/o 36 Anne Devlin Ave, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14
PH: (087) 6440572 www.airportflyingclub.com/
Indoor Mini Golf Unit W9G, Tougher Business Park, Naas, Co. Kildare
PH: (045) 409 998 www.minigolf.ie/findus.html
Abbeyfield Country Pursuits Abbeyfield Farm, Clane, Co. Kildare
PH: (086) 8164130 www.abbeyfieldfarm.com/
Fun Factory M7 Business Park, Naas, Co Kildare
PH: (045) 98812 www.funfactory.ie/
Joey’s Play Centre Naas Town Centre, 1st Floor, Naas, Co Kildare
PH: (045) 856666 Www.littlejoeys.ie/about.html
Tricky Tricksters Magic Castle W11 Togher Business Park, Newhall, Naas, Co Kildare
PH: (045) 409192 www.magiccastle.ie/
Family Fun in County Kildare