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ACTIVITIES – 2019
FISHING BOAT TRIPS
Ashford Castle is ideally situated on the
banks of the Cong River and Lough Corrib, Fishing on Lough Corrib including
one of the most famous fisheries for Ghillie, Boat & Tackle
wild brown trout and Atlantic salmon in (for up to three people plus guide)
Ireland.
Prices:
A day on Lough Corrib can be a memorable experience, • €270 for three hours. (Up to three people plus guide,
especially at about midday when you can beach your boat on either 10am to 1pm or 2pm to 5pm)
one of the many beautiful islands. Your guide may light a fire • €450 for seven hours. (Up to three people plus
to make a cup of tea to enjoy with your delicious hotel packed guide, 10am to 5pm, with a one hour stop on an Frank is also a marine and countryside
lunch (to be booked in advance). island for packed lunch. Additional charge for packed guide approved by the Irish Tourist Board.
lunch and must be ordered in advance) He offers guided boat trips on Lough Corrib and to its
The fishing season on Lough Corrib opens on the 15th of • €115 Fly Fishing lesson per person per hour and €90 many beautiful islands. The boat, made by Frank himself, is
March with the first hatch of duck fly in mid-March. In April per person for more than two people of traditional Irish design and is fully licensed by the Irish
the Olive hatch starts and leads into the famous Mayfly. June • €100 Row boat hire Department of Transport. He can collect passengers and trips
and July can provide some exciting dry fly fishing. Cong River • €35 Rod hire - spinning rod can be tailored to guests’ preferences.
has one of the best Atlantic salmon runs in Ireland. The season • €40 Rod hire - fly rod
for trout and salmon continues until the end of September.
Pike fishing is open all year. Fly fishing lessons are also Guests are advised to pay directly at the boat
available from March to September. with cash, Visa or MasterCard. Traditional guided boat trips
Our Ghillie, Frank Costello, is an Orvis endorsed guide and Booking is essential for this activity.
Price:
is recognised as one of the most knowledgeable on Lough For bookings and information please
• €125 forty minute trip for up to three passengers
Corrib. The Costello family have lived and worked on the contact Frank on T:+353 87 2524253
Longer trips can be arranged on request.
Ashford estate for three generations. Frank’s grandfather or E: ashfordbay@hotmail.com
started as farm manager with the Guinness family in 1917. Guests are advised to pay directly at the boat
All cancellations must be made at least 12 hours before time of
Frank’s father Jim Costello began as a fishing guide at Ashford with cash, Visa or MasterCard.
activity or it will incur a 50 percent charge. No show for activity
Castle in 1939. will be 100 percent charge. Ashford Bay Boat Hire reserves the
right to cancel any activity due to weather. Booking is essential for this activity.
The Fishing Season For bookings and information please
• Season open mid-March to end of September for Salmon contact Frank on T:+353 87 2524253
& Trout or E: ashfordbay@hotmail.com
• Pike fishing is available all year round
All cancellations must be made at least 12 hours before time of
• River opens mid-March for Salmon & Trout activity or it will incur a 50 percent charge. No show for activity
• The best time for Trout fishing is from mid-March until mid- will be 100 percent charge. Ashford Bay Boat Hire reserves the
July and again at the end of August & September right to cancel any activity due to weather.
• Best time for Salmon is May, June & July
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FALCONRY CRUISING
Ashford Castle is located on the shores
of Lough Corrib, the largest, cleanest and The Island Cruise/Live Traditional
most scenic lake in the Republic of Ireland. Music (1st June - 30th September)
There will be detailed commentary throughout this
We invite you to join local brothers Patrick and David Luskin cruise and a resident musician will entertain the guests
on a voyage of discovery to enjoy the beauty of this wonderful along the way with music, stories and songs. The
lake. Corrib Cruises was founded in 1976 by Patrick and Luskin brothers have met some very interesting and
David’s father John and today the brothers, both of whom famous people over the years and are always keen
have a vast wealth of local knowledge, run the business. In to meet new people and to share their vast wealth of
2003, Patrick wrote a history book about the castle and the local knowledge with them.
lake entitled “A Voyage of Discovery”. A signed copy of the
book can be purchased on board. Departs: Ashford Castle Pier at 2.45pm (boarding from
2.30pm)
The Boat: Duration: two hours (including a 40 minute guided
The Isle of Inisfree is an 80 passenger, all-weather craft, tour of St Patrick’s site on Inchagoill island)
licensed by the Irish Department Of Transport. There is a full Cost: Adults €30, Children five to 15 years €15,
bar service and toilet facilities on board. Enjoy the outdoor children five years or under are free. Guests are
upper deck and the lower enclosed deck which is centrally advised to pay directly at the boat with cash, Visa or
heated during the winter months. All cruises depart Ashford MasterCard.
Castle Pier, 100 yards from the front door of the castle. Note: It is advisable to wear flat walking shoes for
your walk on the island.
The History Cruise (365 days a year) Points of interest on this holy and famous island
An informative scenic cruise through the myriad of include:
beautiful islands of Lough Corrib. • A leisurely stroll along the ancient trail through 100
acres of native Irish woodland
Departs: Ashford Castle Pier at 11am (boarding from • St Patrick’s Church, founded by St Patrick in 450 AD
• The inscribed burial stone of St Patrick’s navigator/
Flying a hawk is an experience 10.30am)
nephew, buried here in 470 AD
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
of a lifetime! Cost: Adults €25, Children five to 15 years €10, • The Church Of The Saints, built by the Augustinian
Children five years or under are free. Guests are monks of Cong in 1180 AD
Ireland’s School of Falconry is the oldest Private one-hour Hawk Walk advised to pay directly at the boat with cash, Visa or • The tomb of Archbishop Muirgeas O’Nioc, buried
• €95 for one participant here in 1128 AD
established Falconry School in the country • €150 for two participants
MasterCard.
Note: Guests who take this cruise will be back in time
and offers you the chance to fly hawks • €195 for three participants We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
to check out that morning.
around the beautiful castle grounds and • €220 for four participants
woodlands during a one hour private Points of interest along the way include: Advanced bookings required.
Hawk walk. Private Extended Hawk Walk • A visit to The Old Steamers Quay to view the local To book your tickets in advance, or for more
information please visit www.corribcruises.com
(90 minutes) fleet of yachts and cruisers
Established in 1999 the Falconry School is home to the largest • Excellent views of Ashford Castle, the Connemara Contact: Patrick on T: +353 (0) 87 994 6380
• €125 for one participant
and most diverse collection of Harris hawks in Ireland, all of Mountains and the surrounding 365 islands or David on +353 (0) 87 283 0799
• €200 for two participants
whom have been specially trained by the Falconry School • Views of Lord Ardilaun’s Obelisk and the 3,000 year E: info@corribcruises.com
• €240 for three participants
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
themselves. • €280 for four participants old pagan burial mounds
• At the end we stop in front of the castle to give a
On arrival, you are greeted by your Falconry Instructor and Further reductions apply for more participants and detailed history and photo shoot
introduced to your hawks, before setting off to fly your hawks. there is no cost for a small number of spectators who
As you fly the hawks, your falconer will explain all about the are accompanying participants.
hawks’ eyesight, their speed and agility and also about the
character and history of the individual hawks that you are Booking is essential for this activity.
flying. For bookings and information please contact
The Falconry School on T: +353 (0) 94 954 6820
As you walk through the beautiful woodlands, your hawks will E: info@falconry.ie
closely follow you, flying from tree to tree, before swooping
down to land back on your gloved fist... a moment you will Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
never forget!
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THE SPA THE SPA
B | AFRICA
A unique range of exclusive body products and professional spa
treatments, prepared by blending native African plant extracts,
the natural goodness of the sea and eco-friendly production
technologies. The B | Africa product line has been created in
honour of Bea Tollman, Founder and President of The Red
Carnation Hotel Collection, who says “The unique natural
locations of the Red Carnation properties are encapsulated in our
B | Africa products and treatments, which harness the essential
life-giving properties of Mother Nature’s rich bounty to calm,
detoxify, nourish and energise body, mind and spirit.”
NATURA BISSÉ
An official brand for Forbes Travel Guide. A family-owned luxury
skincare company from Barcelona, Spain, founded by Ricardo
Fisas in 1979. Since that time, NATURA BISSÉ has become one of
the most prestigious and respected brands in the luxury skincare
market. Dedicated to extensive research and development,
NATURA BISSÉ has an array of skincare collections, which include
anti-aging products for the face and body, sun care products and
special treatments for both men and women.
ELEMIS
An internationally recognised spa brand with Co- Founder and
Director Noella originating from Bandon, Co. Cork.
Ethos: Your skin, your body and your wellness lie at the heart
of ELEMIS. Hands-on, our therapists harness the power of
nature and science to create ground-breaking formulations that
genuinely transform your skin. The ELEMIS Spa philosophy is
designed to respect the body’s complex physiology. ELEMIS Spa-
therapies work in natural synergy with the skin, body and mind.
VOYA
Based on wonderful hand-harvested seaweed, certified organic
and their knowledge of the local traditions of seaweed baths and
seaweed treatments, VOYA strives to bring you the full power
of nature in its purest forms through its range of body therapies.
VOYA originates from Sligo, Ireland- a family affair.
OPI
As the world leader in the professional nail care industry, OPI is
The award-winning Spa at Ashford Castle is dedicated to restoring beauty and committed to providing high-quality products and services with a
focus on industry safety and innovation.
balance through individual treatments and spa journeys, personalised for each of our
guests by exceptionally skilled therapists.
PURE FLOW
Our commitment to wellbeing focuses on essential The Spa services are delivered using specially chosen spa Unique and exclusive to The Spa at Ashford and Ireland.
holistic principles, combining ancient wisdom and modern brands iconic to Ashford and Ireland in their own special PureFlow™ is a passive cardio system to optimise your health and
expertise. way. The ethos for The Spa is connectivity, environment lifestyle improving your endurance, performance and recovery.
and fulfilment. We are proud to work with the leaders in PureFlow™ uses the principles of counter-pulsation technology,
Our Spa menu offers an extensive variety of health and spa treatments to deliver powerful and unique experiences which can help improve circulation, increase oxygenation and
beauty enhancing treatments to ensure that our guests are for all our guests. promote detoxification by optimising blood flow in sync with the
nurtured, purified, pampered and relaxed. rhythm of your heart. Major benefits: jet lag remedy, personal
training, breakfast boost, lunch time boost, detox programme.
Combine your Pure Flow with a Personal training session or
massage to enhance results.
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THE SPA CLAY SHOOTING
The Ashford Sporting Clay Range is
situated on the grounds of the magnificent
Ashford Castle Estate.
We offer packages for all abilities from beginners to
experienced shooters alike with expert tuition in a safety
conscious environment. This activity is not available to those
under 16 years of age.
Here are just some of the options available – The Ardilaun Challenge
please contact us as we can tailor your day to First Prize €500 / Second Prize €250
Running throughout 2019
Spa Facilities: Our top spa services include: your exact requirements.
Unlimited entries per person - highest score counts.
• Five Treatment Rooms - superbly equipped for dual and The session starts with a masterclass in sporting clays
• Ashford Castle Ritual (75 minutes)
single treatments.
• B Together Massage (90 minutes each)
Have a go - Sporting Clays Session led by one of our expert instructors. This will be followed
• Chambers - Hamman and essence infused Steam Room for 30 shots - €75 per person and €20 per 25 shots/box by a scored 50 shot competition over five stands on our
traditional cleansing rituals through the use of gentle steam, • Natura Bisse Diamond Life Infusion Ritual (90 minutes)
thereafter. sporting clays range.
exfoliation and masks. • Ashford Signature Journey (2 hours, 15 minutes)
• Price €150.00 per person
• Finishing Touches Suite –manicures and pedicures. For a • Relaxation for World Weary Traveller (2 hours, 15 minutes)
special treat, relax in our spa thrones.
The Guinness Shooting Experience
The Guinness Shooting Experience is a magnificent and Your shooting experience includes:
• Riverview Relaxation Suite – to relax in-between and after Spa opening hours: 7am – 8pm daily
unique insight into shooting etiquette and local wild game. • A host from Ashford Outdoors
spa treatments with our lounge chairs, cashmere blankets, Children’s pool hours: 8am – 11am and 6pm – 8pm
(times subject to change) With up to 75 shots available, test your shooting ability • Expert tuition
magazines and books or to meditate. • Five sporting clays stands
against the bolting rabbit, springing teal or wily woodcock.
• Health Bar – with homemade healthy snacks, fresh infusion • 25 practice shots + clays
For further information about The Spa Treatments • Price €125 per person. Minimum of two persons
waters and still mineral water. • 50 scored competition shots + clays
and Services contact The Spa at Ashford
• Spa Health Menu – wholesome, delicious meals conducive • Gun hire
Email: thespa@ashfordcastle.com Your shooting experience includes:
to a healthy lifestyle available in The Drawing Room. • Safety glasses and ear protection
T:+353 (0) 94 954 6003 • A host from Ashford Outdoors
• Relaxation Pool – incorporating water resistance jets,
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply • Expert tuition
optimal ozone / temperature for rebalancing your body’s
metabolism.
• Five sporting clays stands Private lesson
Vouchers available online. • Up to 75 shots + clays Individual lesson, includes up to 100 shots, clays and
• Fitness Studio – with a range of Life fitness cardio and
• Gun hire expert tuition.
resistance training machines.
• Safety glasses and ear protection • Price €220 per person
• Use of the relaxation room & pool and essence infused
• Introduction to shooting etiquette, local wild game
Steam Room is available for Spa guests staying at Ashford
and an insight into the record breaking Guinness Booking is essential for this activity.
Castle and inclusive in Spa Packages only.
Woodcock Shoot For bookings and information please contact
T: +353 (0)94 9546507, E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
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IN THE FOREST
OFF ROAD DRIVING
Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure
Try our aerial adventure ropes course that offers fun for all the
family at Ashford Castle. Experience the wonderful natural
forest with more than 20 different challenges to navigate by
climbing, crawling, balancing and swinging your way through
the trees.
Before you start the course, you will be given a safety briefing
by one of our qualified and experienced instructors and fitted
in a secure harness safety system. A continuous belay safety
system keeps participants safely attached so they can focus
on having fun in the trees!
Please enquire for more information.
Zipline Adventure Course
Join us for a memorable aerial adventure set in magnificent
mature woodland on the Ashford Estate. This is a unique
opportunity to engage in an exhilarating experience
surrounded by natural beauty. Your journey will take you
through trees such as beech, oak, monterey pine, Scots pine Tree Climbing:
and European fir trees. The course is made up of a series of Ireland’s Tallest Tree Climb
tree-fixed platforms linked by zip-lines. There are five zip-lines Come and conquer the tallest tree climb in Ireland. ‘Monty’ is
throughout the course combined to total 300 metres. It’s a over 110 years old, stands at 50 metres or 164 feet in height,
magnificent way to hang out in the tree tops come rain or and is one of the largest Monterey Pine trees here on the
shine! The course takes approximately one hour including a Ashford Estate. It is one of the many spectacular trees planted
NEW FOR 2019 safety briefing and the session. It also depends on how speedy in the late 1800s by the Guinness family, who lived in Ashford
you are, how busy the course is and who you’ve got in your Castle. Tree climbing is an enjoyable outdoor experience.
Challenge yourself behind the wheel on group. There is something wonderful about getting outdoors and
Connemara’s famous rugged landscape, into the branches of something which is alive. Experience
from boggy hills to rock crawls and water Before you start the course, you’ll be given a safety briefing beautiful surroundings and enjoy the views from the treetop.
by one of our qualified experienced instructors and fitted in There are four different climbing routes to choose from
crossings - all with breath-taking views.
a secure harness safety system. A continuous Belay Safety suitable for adults and children. You can go to the top or as
System keeps participants safely attached so they can focus high as you like! Enjoy the challenge; you’ll feel a great sense
Perfect your off-road skills in our wonderful fleet of Land
on zipping through the forest! of achievement afterwards. Before you start the course, you’ll
Rover vehicles. We can offer individuals, families, groups
and businesses a unique and exciting way to learn the skills
Introductory off road be given a safety briefing by one of our qualified experienced
necessary to tackle some of the most challenging terrain and driving experience instructors and fitted in a secure harness safety system. A
Belay Safety System keeps participants safely attached so they
introduce you to the exhilarating world of off road driving.
Before you Zip... can focus on conquering the climb!
1.5 hours : €425 - One or two people.
Minimum age eight years; minimum height 1.2m
Situated on the Ashford Estate and nearby deer park of Half-day session (three hours) : €700 – One or two
Minimum weight 40 kg; maximum weight 120kg
Deroura, we have two off road courses that have been people.
Under 12 year olds must be supervised by a
designed by Ireland’s leading off road specialists. Each of our Discover Connemara (seven hours) : €1000 – Up to
participating adult Before you Climb...
courses include natural and purpose-built obstacles including four people. Lunch Included. Minimum age four years; maximum weight 120kg
steep climbs, technical descents, water splashes and custom
Rates: One hour €75 for one or two participants, €25
challenges to test your driving skills. However, this activity is Before you drive…
per person thereafter Rates: €75 for one or two participants, €25 per person
not just about action and adventure. The picturesque setting Minimum age – 18 years thereafter
ensures that this is an experience you will never forget. Must hold valid driving licence.
Booking is advised for this activity
For bookings and information please contact Booking is advised for this activity
We guarantee a warm welcome and our experienced and For bookings and information please contact
T: +353 (0)94 9546507, For bookings and information please contact
qualified guides can tailor your experience from basic to T: +353 (0)94 9546507,
E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com T: +353 (0)94 9546507,
advanced levels of driving or we can create a bespoke package E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com
to meet an individual or an organisation’s needs. Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
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EQUESTRIAN
BIKE HIRE
Cycling is a great way to discover the
incredible surroundings – getting fit
and having fun at the same time!
The Ashford Estate has some great cycling trails and
the countryside, with its relatively quiet roads and
spectacular scenery, is a cyclist’s idea of heaven. Cycle
hire is available at the hotel and we can suggest a variety
of popular routes.
• Bike rental (hybrid or mountain bike): • Three-hour Connemara cycle tour: €110 per adult,
full day €40, child €30 / half day €25, child €20 minimum of two people
• 2-3
hour mountain bike lesson & trail ride: €90 per
On your private horse ride, your guide Established in 1992, our world-class facility includes a newly Guided Tours adult, €60 per child (minimum age eight). Minimum of
surfaced large indoor arena, an outdoor arena and 20 stables, two people
will take you through the beautiful • 90-minute Ashford guided cycle tour: €55 per adult,
housing a selection of horses from our homebred Irish €35 per child (minimum age 8). Minimum of two
wooded countryside on the Ashford Draught horses and Connemara ponies to the loveable Irish Booking is essential for this activity
people
Estate, between the shores of Lough Cobs. Our experienced instructors are on hand to introduce • 90-minute family mountain bike lesson & trail ride: €65 For bookings and information please contact
Corrib and Lough Mask. beginners to the Sport of Kings or for established riders per adult, €45 per child (minimum age 8). Minimum of T: +353 (0)94 9546507, E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com
looking to improve their flat or jump work. Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
two people
We cater for complete beginners and families with young
children, as well as experienced riders who may enjoy a fast Equestrian List & Prices:
canter amid breath-taking lakeshore scenery. You can also One-hour private horse ride: Adults €70, children up to 16
take in the woodland surroundings from our horse-drawn years of age €60 (maximum of six participants at any one
carriage. time)
Two-hour private horse ride: Adults €125, children up to 16 ARCHERY
years of age €95 (maximum of six participants at any one
time)
Three-hour private horse ride: Adults €165 (two person
minimum) The Ashford Archery Academy set
in the magnificent woodland of the
One-hour Woodland Carriage Tour: €120 (seats four adults, estate provides a magical location to
or two adults and three children) experience this ancient sport played
45-minute private lesson: Adults €80, children up to 16 years
by kings and lords for centuries.
of age €70
With a large array of targets to choose from including
FITA regulation targets, 3-dimensional wild animal
30-minute children’s pony ride: €35 (minimum four years of
targets and drop-down targets, your session is a
age, weight guidelines apply)
dynamic, fun-filled experience. All the family can
participate as long as the participants are as tall as the Pricing:
Possible weight limitations: If anyone in your party weighs
bow. 60-minute “have a go” session: €75 per participant for
102 kilograms, 225 pounds, 16 stone or more please contact
one or two people, €25.00 per person thereafter
us to discuss your equestrian activity so we can ensure we
Booking is advised for this activity
have a suitable horse available.
For bookings and information please contact 90-minute Sporting Archery (moving and traditional
T: +353 (0)94 9546507, targets): €150 per participant for one or two people,
Booking is essential for this activity
E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com €25.00 per person thereafter
For bookings and information please contact
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
T: +353 (0)94 9546507, E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
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ON THE LAKE MRS TEA’S
Kayaking Mrs Tea’s Boutique & Bakery and
Kayaking on the majestic Lough Corrib lets you see the Three-hour Pedal and Paddle tour (cycle and kayaking tour):
countryside in a way you never could otherwise. Kayaking €90 per adult / €65 per child (minimum age eight). Minimum Rathbourne, Ashford Castle’s exclusive Tipperary Crystal, Foxford, Voya.
The range of sports clothing and equipment is perfect for the
combines fun, friends, family, adrenaline and nature. of three people boutique shop, is just a short stroll from
abundance of estate activities, and Irish knitwear and blankets
From a gentle introduction to kayaking, to learning more the castle. are as stylish as they are cosy.
advanced skills, you will embark upon a very special journey Stand up Paddle Boarding (SUP) on
on Lough Corrib. With the hills and mountains rising from Ashford Bay Browse a wonderful range of gifts from local artisan suppliers;
Purchase in store or view a selection of items to buy online
the edges of the water you will be amazed by the beautiful Explore and tour Ashford Bay on the majestic Lough Corrib by enjoy freshly baked treats on site and purchase luxury Irish
at our online store: shop.ashfordcastle.com.
scenery as you travel on the lake to explore the islands, taking SUP. Take in the Ashford Estate, Lisloughrey Quay, stunning products from brands including Avoca, Newbridge Silverware,
E: mrsteasboutique@ashfordcastle.com
in spectacular views of Ashford Castle and Connemara. landscapes and an array of aquatic life. Tours depart at 10am
We have an extensive fleet of sit on top kayaks with both or 2pm by prior booking.
single and double options available. Whether you are an
experienced paddler, or just looking to try something new, Stand up Paddle Boarding or SUP originated in Hawaii as an
our qualified guides will ensure the experience is tailored to off shoot to surfing and is ideal in calm light wind conditions.
your needs. Ashford Bay and Lough Corrib with its sheltered inlets
provides a unique environment to explore and enjoy this
What to bring magnificent area.
Please bring a swim suit, towel, runners or suitable footwear
that you don’t mind getting wet plus a good sense of Booking is essential for this activity.
adventure! We will supply all safety equipment & wetsuits/ For bookings and information please contact
Cagoules. T: +353 (0)94 9546507, E: info@ashfordoutdoors.com
Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions apply
Two-hour Corrib kayaking: €75 per adult / €55 per child
(minimum age eight). Minimum of two people.
Departure at 10am or 2pm Two-hour Stand Up Paddle Boarding: €75 per adult / €55
per child (minimum age eight and comfortable in water)
Ashford Adventure Pedal and Paddle
This offers the perfect opportunity to explore the Ashford
Estate by bike and water. The Pedal and Paddle experience
caters for all levels from beginners to the more experienced.
The tour starts with a cycle along the quiet leafy lanes that
open onto huge expanses of mountain and valley. Travel
along the river bank and take in the breath-taking views
of the Ashford Estate, out onto Lough Corrib where one
will surrender to the magnificent peace and tranquillity of
this beautiful location. For any level of fitness. No previous
experience required.
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CHAUFFEUR TOURS
GOLF
This beautiful nine-hole, 2996-yard,
par-35 parkland course provides the
perfect environment for golfers of all
ages to hone their skills.
The course was designed by the renowned Irish
golf architect Eddie Hackett and was created with
imaginative integration of natural features and
hazards, ensuring a marvellous contribution to the
tough par 3’s, exciting par 4’s and formidable par 5.
What better way to complement a stay at the five star
Ashford Castle.
Green fees are complimentary to hotel residents.
• Club hire (includes golf balls, tees, pull trolley): €50
per person
• Golf buggy hire: €50
• Shoe hire: €10
• Pull trolley: €5
• Green fees: €60
Prices apply to residents of the Castle and The Lodge.
TENNIS
We offer guests two
newly-resurfaced all-
Ashford Castle’s own Fáilte Ireland National tour guide is delighted to offer our private weather courts for
chauffeur driven tours in luxury SUV vehicles. complimentary play.
Whether you’re a regular player or
Tailor made tours are available for both full and half day In car facilities include: have never held a racket in your life, Private coaching tuition is available, advanced
excursions. Visit Connemara National Park, featuring 2,957 • WiFi you’re sure to enjoy the experience in the magnificent reservations required.
hectares of mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands and forests, • Air conditioning setting of the Ashford Estate. Please book at Reception,
or Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens, one • Heated seats where rackets and balls are available for hire.
of Ireland’s best loved and most iconic tourist attractions
and home to the Benedictine nuns since 1920. The lunar Prices are tailored for each requirement and number of people, please
contact the hotel for further information and pricing
landscape of the Burren and breath-taking heights of the
Cliffs of Moher will leave you in no doubt as to the dramatic
splendour of the West Coast of Ireland and The Wild Atlantic
Way. • P lease note - all of the above mentioned activities • C hildren must be accompanied and supervised by • S afety information for ramblers - please be aware,
are provided and organised by independent com- a responsible adult at all times. the terrain is uneven.
panies and booked at your own risk.
•N
o diving, paddling or swimming is permitted in • A ll guests must be suitably attired and activities
• S afety information - there are uneven footpaths, the lake, river or foudations at any time. Please are undertaken at your own risk.
low walls, and sharp inclines and declines around note, the waters in the river and lake are deep and
the garden and grounds. hazardous.
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