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Deebert House, in the heart of the Golden Vale,
is an ideal tourist base for trips to the west and south west
of Ireland - Killarney, Tralee, East Cork, the Ring of Kerry,
The Burren, Bunratty Castle & Folk park and the Glen of Aherlow,
County Tipperary.
Visit Medieval Kilmallock with its historic town
trail, Lough Gur's archaeological sites and Interpretative
Centre; De Valera Museum Bruree, Mitchelstown Caves
and the many Visitor Farms including Deer, Dairy, Cheese and Organic.
Activities abound in the nearby area including Ballyhoura
Mountain Park with marked walking routes, nature trails,
birdwatching and orienteering. Visitors may also avail of Golf,
Tennis, Canoeing, Horse Riding, Fishing, Greyhound Racing, Traditional
Music, Gaelic games and Theatre.
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Kilmallock - Cill Mocheallog takes its
name from a 7th century Cill or Church called after St Mocheallog.
In the 13th century the Normans founded the town of Kilmallock,
which became the chief town of the Earls of Desmond and
one of the richest and most important inland towns in Ireland.
Places to see include the old Collegiate Church, the lovely
13th century Dominican Priory, Blossom Gate, John's Castle,
The Old Town Walls and an interesting little museum. |
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