Hunter's Lodge Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Hunter’s Lodge is situated on the grounds of the stunning Ballygallon Estate and Stud farm. Guests have access to the beautiful walkways through the manicured woodland. An excellent choice for a slow relaxing day during your break.
Guided Fishing experiences are also available to book.
Ballygallon Stud
The Hunter’s Lodge is situated on the grounds of the stunning Ballygallon Estate and Stud farm. Guests have access to the beautiful walkways through the manicured woodland. An excellent choice for a slow relaxing day during your break.
Guided Fishing experiences are also available to book.
Woodstock Gardens are located in the southeast of Kilkenny just outside the picturesque village of Inistioge. The gardens, overlooking the River Nore Valley, offer the visitor a wide variety of attractions and are a most relaxing and beautiful environment in which to spend a day. Just 5 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum
Woodstock Gardens are located in the southeast of Kilkenny just outside the picturesque village of Inistioge. The gardens, overlooking the River Nore Valley, offer the visitor a wide variety of attractions and are a most relaxing and beautiful environment in which to spend a day. Just 5 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Founded in the 12th century, Jerpoint Abbey is one of the best examples of a medieval Cistercian Abbey in Ireland. The architectural styles within the church, constructed in the late twelfth century, reflect the transition from Romanesque to Gothic architecture. The tower and cloister date to the fifteenth century. Just 12 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge
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Jerpoint Abbey
Founded in the 12th century, Jerpoint Abbey is one of the best examples of a medieval Cistercian Abbey in Ireland. The architectural styles within the church, constructed in the late twelfth century, reflect the transition from Romanesque to Gothic architecture. The tower and cloister date to the fifteenth century. Just 12 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge
Shaping and Giving Life to Molten Glass in the Heart of Kilkenny since
1979, Jerpoint Glass Studio prides itself in its authenticity and craftsmanship.
Every Piece of Glassware in the Jerpoint range is Designed and Handmade in our Studio in Kilkenny
15 minutes from Hunters Lodge.
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Jerpoint Glass Studio
Shaping and Giving Life to Molten Glass in the Heart of Kilkenny since
1979, Jerpoint Glass Studio prides itself in its authenticity and craftsmanship.
Every Piece of Glassware in the Jerpoint range is Designed and Handmade in our Studio in Kilkenny
15 minutes from Hunters Lodge.
Nicholas Mosse Pottery was established by Nicholas Mosse in 1976 after periods of training in England and Japan. His mission was to produce beautiful, functional pottery in the style of Irish Spongeware. Irish spongeware was the traditional pottery of Ireland used in the 18th Century. It was mainly made in simple honest shapes with a decoration applied with a cut sponge.
From their pottery mill in Kilkenny the team at Nicholas Mosse create a range of beautiful pottery for all occasions. Each of the pieces are made by hand and crafted with the greatest care for detail. Inspired by the rural surroundings, the patterns capture the charm of Irish country-living and bring it straight to your home. Visit their Irish Country Shop and Cafe to experience how they make their pottery or buy their best selling pieces and patterns.
The Cafe is an excellent option for lunch, just 20 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Nicholas Mosse
Nicholas Mosse Pottery was established by Nicholas Mosse in 1976 after periods of training in England and Japan. His mission was to produce beautiful, functional pottery in the style of Irish Spongeware. Irish spongeware was the traditional pottery of Ireland used in the 18th Century. It was mainly made in simple honest shapes with a decoration applied with a cut sponge.
From their pottery mill in Kilkenny the team at Nicholas Mosse create a range of beautiful pottery for all occasions. Each of the pieces are made by hand and crafted with the greatest care for detail. Inspired by the rural surroundings, the patterns capture the charm of Irish country-living and bring it straight to your home. Visit their Irish Country Shop and Cafe to experience how they make their pottery or buy their best selling pieces and patterns.
The Cafe is an excellent option for lunch, just 20 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Few buildings in Ireland can boast a longer history of continuous occupation than Kilkenny Castle. Founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, the Castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing circumstances and uses over a period of 800 years.
Today, Kilkenny Castle is open to visitors all year round and is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle. Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors come to see this grand country house and walk through its fifty acres of rolling parkland with mature trees and an abundance of wildlife. Other features include a formal terraced rose garden, woodlands and a man-made lake, which were added in the nineteenth century. There is also a tearoom, playground and several orienteering trails for visitors to
enjoy.
30 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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قلعة كيلكيني
The ParadeFew buildings in Ireland can boast a longer history of continuous occupation than Kilkenny Castle. Founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, the Castle has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing circumstances and uses over a period of 800 years.
Today, Kilkenny Castle is open to visitors all year round and is largely a Victorian remodelling of the thirteenth century defensive Castle. Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors come to see this grand country house and walk through its fifty acres of rolling parkland with mature trees and an abundance of wildlife. Other features include a formal terraced rose garden, woodlands and a man-made lake, which were added in the nineteenth century. There is also a tearoom, playground and several orienteering trails for visitors to
enjoy.
30 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Dunmore Cave, not far from Kilkenny town, is a series of limestone chambers formed over millions of years. It contains some of the most impressive calcite formations found in any Irish underground structure.
The cave has been known for many centuries and is first mentioned in the ninth-century Triads of Ireland, where it is referred to as one of the ‘darkest places in Ireland’. The most gruesome reference, however, comes from the Annals of the Four Masters, which tells how the Viking leader Guthfrith of Ivar massacred a thousand people there in AD 928. Archaeological investigation has not reliably confirmed that such a massacre took place, but finds within the cave – including human remains – do indicate Viking activity.
Dunmore is now a show cave, with guided tours that will take you deep into the earth – and even deeper into the past.
40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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كهف دنمور
Bóthar Chaisleán an ChomairDunmore Cave, not far from Kilkenny town, is a series of limestone chambers formed over millions of years. It contains some of the most impressive calcite formations found in any Irish underground structure.
The cave has been known for many centuries and is first mentioned in the ninth-century Triads of Ireland, where it is referred to as one of the ‘darkest places in Ireland’. The most gruesome reference, however, comes from the Annals of the Four Masters, which tells how the Viking leader Guthfrith of Ivar massacred a thousand people there in AD 928. Archaeological investigation has not reliably confirmed that such a massacre took place, but finds within the cave – including human remains – do indicate Viking activity.
Dunmore is now a show cave, with guided tours that will take you deep into the earth – and even deeper into the past.
40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
The Waterford Greenway was opened in 2017, it provides 46km of glorious car-free pathway stretching all the way from historic Waterford City to the beautiful sea-side town of Dungarvan in west Co. Waterford. The Comeragh Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to a breathtaking journey across eleven bridges, three viaducts, through a 400m-long tunnel, along the lush banks of the River Suir, all the way to the scalloped beaches of Waterford’s famed Copper Coast.
40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Waterford Greenway
Merchants QuayThe Waterford Greenway was opened in 2017, it provides 46km of glorious car-free pathway stretching all the way from historic Waterford City to the beautiful sea-side town of Dungarvan in west Co. Waterford. The Comeragh Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to a breathtaking journey across eleven bridges, three viaducts, through a 400m-long tunnel, along the lush banks of the River Suir, all the way to the scalloped beaches of Waterford’s famed Copper Coast.
40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Looking for reliable, affordable bike hire on the Waterford Greenway?
Situated in three locations along the route, we can provide you with all your
bicycle needs. Currently operating from Waterford City, Kilmacthomas and
Dungarvan, our dedicated staff can help you find the perfect bicycle for your
trip along the beautiful scenic Waterford Greenway
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Waterford Greenway Bike Hire Union Workhouse Kilmacthomas
Looking for reliable, affordable bike hire on the Waterford Greenway?
Situated in three locations along the route, we can provide you with all your
bicycle needs. Currently operating from Waterford City, Kilmacthomas and
Dungarvan, our dedicated staff can help you find the perfect bicycle for your
trip along the beautiful scenic Waterford Greenway
Waterford Crystal, the prestigious brand behind New York City’s Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball and the chandeliers at Westminster Abbey, was founded back in 1783. These days, the public can visit the main crystal factory complex to observe skilled craftsmen blowing the molten crystal or browse a collection of dazzling crystal pieces.
40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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منزل ووترفورد للكريستال
28 The MallWaterford Crystal, the prestigious brand behind New York City’s Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball and the chandeliers at Westminster Abbey, was founded back in 1783. These days, the public can visit the main crystal factory complex to observe skilled craftsmen blowing the molten crystal or browse a collection of dazzling crystal pieces.
40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
The Waterford Copper Coast is now a UNESCO Global Geopark. It extends along the County Waterford coastline for 25km and is named after the 19th century copper mines that lie at the heart of this spectacular stretch of cliffs. The start of the route is 50 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge and allow a further 90 mins to travel the route.
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The Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark
The Waterford Copper Coast is now a UNESCO Global Geopark. It extends along the County Waterford coastline for 25km and is named after the 19th century copper mines that lie at the heart of this spectacular stretch of cliffs. The start of the route is 50 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge and allow a further 90 mins to travel the route.
The Dunbrody Famine Ship is one of the premier tourist attractions in the South East of Ireland. Centred on an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, it provides a world-class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience.
30 Minutes drive from Hunters LOdge.
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Dunbrody Famine Ship and Irish Emigrant Experience
The Dunbrody Famine Ship is one of the premier tourist attractions in the South East of Ireland. Centred on an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, it provides a world-class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience.
30 Minutes drive from Hunters LOdge.
Dedicated to the memory of John F. Kennedy, whose great-grandfather, Patrick, was born in the nearby village of Dunganstown, this arboretum near New Ross, County Wexford, contains a plant collection of presidential proportions.
It covers a massive 252 hectares on the summit and southern slopes of Slieve Coillte and contains 4,500 types of trees and shrubs from all temperate regions of the world. There are 200 forest plots grouped by continent. Of special note is an ericaceous garden with 500 different rhododendrons and many varieties of azalea and heather, dwarf conifers and climbing plants.
35 inutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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حديقة جون إف كينيدي النباتية
Dedicated to the memory of John F. Kennedy, whose great-grandfather, Patrick, was born in the nearby village of Dunganstown, this arboretum near New Ross, County Wexford, contains a plant collection of presidential proportions.
It covers a massive 252 hectares on the summit and southern slopes of Slieve Coillte and contains 4,500 types of trees and shrubs from all temperate regions of the world. There are 200 forest plots grouped by continent. Of special note is an ericaceous garden with 500 different rhododendrons and many varieties of azalea and heather, dwarf conifers and climbing plants.
35 inutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens has a long and colourful story stretching over 800 years. Situated outside Wexford town in Ireland’s south east, it is not only a significant property of national importance but a place of great romantic charm and tranquillity. The spectacular lake walks, walled gardens and sculptures all offer the beautiful setting for the great 19th-century castle.
50 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens has a long and colourful story stretching over 800 years. Situated outside Wexford town in Ireland’s south east, it is not only a significant property of national importance but a place of great romantic charm and tranquillity. The spectacular lake walks, walled gardens and sculptures all offer the beautiful setting for the great 19th-century castle.
50 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Explore the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. Voted one of Ireland’s favourite attractions, Hook Lighthouse in Wexford is truly one of a kind.
Purpose built 800 years ago by Knight William Marshal, take a step back in time and enjoy a guided tour hearing tales of medieval times and life as a light keeper.
60 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Hook Lighthouse
Explore the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. Voted one of Ireland’s favourite attractions, Hook Lighthouse in Wexford is truly one of a kind.
Purpose built 800 years ago by Knight William Marshal, take a step back in time and enjoy a guided tour hearing tales of medieval times and life as a light keeper.
60 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
City/town information
Inistioge is a beautiful and historic village on the river Nore in South Kilkenny. Its special character has made it one of the most visited places in the South East of Ireland for many decades..
3 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Inistioge
Inistioge is a beautiful and historic village on the river Nore in South Kilkenny. Its special character has made it one of the most visited places in the South East of Ireland for many decades..
3 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
Thomastown hugs the banks of the River Nore in County Kilkenny, admire its beautiful landscape and old world charm and roam the winding streets of this medieval market town
10 minute drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Thomastown
Thomastown hugs the banks of the River Nore in County Kilkenny, admire its beautiful landscape and old world charm and roam the winding streets of this medieval market town
10 minute drive from Hunters Lodge.
Kilkenny is one of Ireland’s most cosmopolitan cities, a gem in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. The county is home to world-renowned festivals, award-winning eateries and top-class hospitality. 30 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Kilkenny
Kilkenny is one of Ireland’s most cosmopolitan cities, a gem in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. The county is home to world-renowned festivals, award-winning eateries and top-class hospitality. 30 minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
From its vibrant city life to its rural charm and stunning coastline, Waterford city and county have something for everyone! It is the oldest city in Ireland and it is the perfect blend of ancient and modern. 40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.
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Waterford
From its vibrant city life to its rural charm and stunning coastline, Waterford city and county have something for everyone! It is the oldest city in Ireland and it is the perfect blend of ancient and modern. 40 Minutes drive from Hunters Lodge.