Self Catering Accomodation Guide to Carlow Town, Co. Carlow, Ireland

About Carlow Town

Carlow located on the river Barrow and is bordered by the scenic Blackstairs Mountains. The modern name Carlow Irish name “An Ceatharloch” meaning "Four Lakes". The town of Carlow is one Ireland's smallest counties. The land in carlow is rich fertile land full of limestone.

Carlow is ideal base for touring places magnificent places such as Mount wolseley, Killerig and the Tullow.

Activities & Things to do in Carlow Town

Horse Riding in Carlow

Carlow pony trek is ideal way to surrounded yourself by luscious pastures and woods. Coole Equestrian Centre is located in the picturesque village if Rathvilly. It is one of lenisters largest trekking facilities with over 500 acres. Enjoy a show jumping/dressage lesson to trial rides, many services that will cater for all levels of riding.

Golf in Carlow Town

Golfing is Carlow is pleasure with numerous golf courses to choose from. Carlow Golf Course  is set in the beautiful countryside of the south east. The course is one of the finest parkland course in Ireland and is noted for being superb test of golfing prowess. Carlow golf course has magnificent layout with beautiful beech trees and wooded terrain. Myth has it that many golf balls are taken by the 'little people' of the fairy rings.
Wolseley Golf course located is another example of Europe's finest courses.The magnificent course in Mount Wolseley setting and visual delights is something to behold. The picturesque settings of lakes and spectacular views of the Carlow mountains. The course itself is set few hundred yards from the meandering River Slaney. Designed by the renowned golfer Christy O'Connor Jnr golf course exceeds all expectations and leave lasting memories for all participants.

Fishing in Carlow

Carlow River Barrow offers unique recreational fishery for both coarse and game fishing.The Barrow renowned for some of the most delightful species of fish such as pike, perch, brown trout and many more. Tullow with its two rivers the slaney and the river barrow  are renowned as a game and coarse angling river for many species of fish.

Watersports in Carlow Town

Take Water Sports adventure and challenge the rapids of Carlow with water river excitement by canoe.Paddle along and encounter the magnificent stretches of scenic rivers.  Go with the flow river adventures tours have so much to offer. Plenty of fun and games from Splash battles to taking the buzz of swimming the rapids.

Walking in Carlow

Carlow is a brilliant destination to explore on foot. Enjoy the challenge of the Carlow mountain trek or take a leisurely walk in forest parks and woodlands. The black stairs mountain are magnificent, the view on the top is breathing with maze of patch work fields far below. The Carlow Autumn Walking Festival is annual event it is for beginner's, experienced or advanced walkers. The festival hosts several walks during the weekend and there is experienced local guide and on completion of the walk there will be great musical entertainment in the evenings.

Place to Visit Near Carlow Town

Nestled in the nooks of Tullow are fruit Farms, open farms, rural museums and microbreweries.
The carlow brewing company is small Irish Brewery located in the Barrow Valley. The beer produced are based on traditional Celtic beer style. Visitors to the brewery can avail of a tour of the brewery and it's history. Take a trip in time and visit The Cottage Collection, exhibits housed in a cottage with 1920's collection of fascinating artefact's.Visit Tullows soft fruit farm, boosting a variety of fruit such as tayberries, gooseberries and raspberries. Malone's Fruit farm  is family run business and provide guided tours of the farm.

Events in Carlow

Explore the local outdoor activities in carlow, take the ultimate cross country driving experience.Quad biking through rivers and wooded paths is glorious mucky and wet experience. Take a trip to Carlow Castle, built in the 13th Century overlooking the river barrow. Much of the castle was destroyed and only two towers can be seen today. For fun day out for the children and the young at heart. The Dome Family entertainment centre caters for all, be prepared to be mesmerised. From water bumpers to a state of the art bowling centre and many more actives.

Annual Event in Carlow

Carlow hosts range of events though out the year. The Carlow Garden Trail festival, is annual event that takes place in Carlow in August. Budding and experienced Gardner's can display extravaganza of flowers and demonstrations by top Irish garnders. The Carlow Arts Festival brings the town a live performance venue for 8 days. There is such a diversity or styles and forms of new and old. There are many special events street theatre and full children's programme.

Places to Eat & Restaurants in Carlow Town

There are many fine dining experiences in Carlow. Check out some of these popular Carlow restaurants:

• Beams Restaurant
• Fredericks Restaurant
• Buzz Bistro
• Chambers Restaurant
• Clisters Restaurant
• Peking Chinese restaurant

The Local History of Carlow

Carlow town is believed to have been established around the 7th Century. Carlow Castle is one of the most impressive Norman Castle in Ireland, but all that remains today is the two towers. The Battle of Carlow took place in 1798 and there is liberty tree sculpture in Carlow town commemorating the event of 1798 defeat of the united Irishmen.

• Carlow Bus Eireann  +353 (59) 9143081 www.buseireann.ie
• Carlow Train Station +353 (59) 9131633 www.irishrail.ie/
• JJ Kavanagh private Bus Service +353 (59) 9143081 www.jjkavanagh.ie