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| Mount Brandon Cottages are tucked snugly into the River Barrow Valley, with Brandon Hill towering over one side, while in the distance the Blackstairs Mountain Range and Leinster Mountains create a breathtaking backdrop. It is an area of fine upland scenery, panoramic views, lush deep valleys, and a maze of narrow winding country lanes. |
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| We are ideally located for rambles over river trails and mountain walks and routes like the 'South Leinster Way', which passes by our door step. The River Barrow offers plenty of related activities, such as pike, salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming. There are even diving boards in front of the boathouse. |
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Graiguenamanagh is at the centre of the south east sunshine circuit, with many courses nearby, such as:
Mount Juliet, home of the American Express Championship in 2002, won by Tiger Woods
Mount Wolseley, designed by Irish Ryder Cup golfer Christy O'Connor Jr.
Carrigleade par 3 18 hole course, scenically situated in nearby St. Mullins
Borris Golf Club, a top quality 9 hole course, set against the backdrop of the Blackstairs Mountains
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| For horse enthusiasts, there is horse riding at nearby Carrigbeg Riding Stables, and horse racing at nearby Gowran Park. For our more adventurous guests, Country Quads offer quad biking at Moloney's farm, Borris. The skill of Kilkenny hurlers is legendary, and a trip to Nowlan Park gaelic games stadium is an unforgettable experience. |
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| For a more relaxing pastime you can enjoy shopping, follow the Kilkenny craft train, or see local craft people at work with woollens, glass and pottery. And if you would like to take some hand-thrown pottery home with you or are searching for the perfect gift - look no further, since some of Carmen Wenner's ceramics are both on show and for sale here. |
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Mount Brandon is an excellent starting point for those wanting to explore 'the medieval capital of Ireland', Kilkenny, as well as Carlow, Enniscorthy, Wexford or Waterford, where you can visit the world-famous Waterford glass factory.
The area holds many historical attractions in the form of abbeys, castles and cathedrals. The magnificent 13th Century Duiske Abbey (left) is located in the centre of the town, with Jerpoint Abbey, Tintern Abbey, Kilkenny Castle, and Kells Priory all only a short distance away.
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There are many delightful heritage gardens within easy driving distance of Mount Brandon Cottages, such as:
Woodstock Demesne (right) in Inistioge, Kilfane Gardens and Waterfall in Thomastown.
Altamount Gardens, Tullow, Co. Carlow.
Kilmokea Manor and Gardens, Great Island, Co. Wexford.
Johnstown Castle Museum of Agriculture, Rural life and Gardens, Wexford.
The Irish National Heritage Park, Wexford.
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Standing proudly on the quay in the nearby river town of New Ross is The Dunbrody Famine Ship, a full-scale reconstruction of a 19th Century Famine ship, and authentic replica of the three- masted-barque built in Quebec in 1845 for the Graves family of New Ross. Board the Dunbrody and walk in the footsteps of a group of Irish famine emigrants on their journey of hope across the Atlantic Ocean.
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There is an abundance of traditional pubs in Graiguenamanagh (13 in all!), some also serving food. There are two Chinese restaurant / take aways, and if you really want to spoil yourself, why not try The Waterside - listed as one of Ireland's top 100 restaurants.
Graiguenamanagh boasts many fine musicians, and traditional music is a regular attraction in many of the local pubs.
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