Destination Ireland - Summer 2021
MONAGHAN TOURISM – ‘ MORE TO MONAGHAN ’
County Monaghan is one of Ireland ’ s best-kept secrets . Discover a vibrant landscape - gentle hills , glistening lakes , verdant woodlands and nature-rich boglands , combined with heritage gems and small market towns that provides a real insight into authentic rural life .
Enjoy an array of outdoor pursuits in Monaghan . From adrenalinefuelled rally driving and quad biking , to sailing , kayaking and SUP , there ’ s an activity to suit all interests and levels of fitness . Hike the wild and beautiful blanket bogs of Sliabh Beagh , while away a few hours angling at Lough Muckno , hop on an electric bike to take in the breath-taking countryside or indulge in a round of golf at one of the Monaghan ’ s five fabulous championship golf courses .
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Don ’ t miss Ulster Canal Stores , with its fascinating Clones Lace Museum .
Dubbed the prettiest village in Ireland , Glaslough will charm you with its spectacular floral displays and chocolate-box buildings . To plan your visit to Monaghan and browse accommodation offers and packages , visit monaghantourism . com .
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Monaghan is home to celebrated poet , Patrick Kavanagh , and the awardwinning new Patrick Kavanagh Centre in the pretty village of Inniskeen is the perfect place to kick-off your Monaghan adventure .
Browse the Carrickmacross Lace Gallery to learn about this exquisite , 200-year-old craft , popularised by royals and kept alive today by a dedicated team of local craftswomen . A visit to Carrickmacross Workhouse , one of only a small handful of restored workhouses in Ireland , is a must , too , for its evocative new visitor experience .
Monaghan Town is home to a thriving food scene , as well as the brilliant Monaghan County Museum . Plan a visit to Rossmore Forest Park , with its abundance of picnic spots and nature trails ; keep an eye out for the resident giants , constructed from reclaimed materials .
The town of Clones is well worth a look , where you can take numerous heritage sites including remnants of its monastic past ; a virtual guided tour adds another dimension and brings the historic buildings to life .
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