Cashel, a heritage town, is overlooked by one of Ireland's most imposing landmarks, the Rock of Cashel, which dates back before records began in the 4th Century. Rising steeply from Tipperary's Golden Vale, the magnificent limestone outcrop is topped by a remarkable group of medieval ruins including a 12th Century round tower, high cross and chapel, a 13th Century cathedral and a 15th Century castle. Quite apart from these dramatic buildings, Cashel has a number of ancient churches, abbeys and castles on its doorstep plus a variety of visitor attractions. Cashel Folk Village brings back the atmosphere of olden days with its delightful reconstructions of thatched shops, homes and village trades. It also operates a small museum about the 1916 Easter Rising. History-lovers will adore Bolton Library, with its shelves of precious antiquarian books, while past times spring vividly to life at the Bru Boru cultural centre, ranged round a village green. Situated below the Rock, the centre celebrates traditional music, dance and theatre, and it has a restaurant too. Cashel makes for a wonderful, scenic base for walking, cycling, riding and fishing in the Suir river. And you don't have to travel too far to find a golf course or a racetrack.
Places to Stay near Cashel
Warpool Court Hotel (120.27 miles)
TYF Eco Hotel (120.71 miles)
Attached to a converted 19th century windmill in rural St. David's, this homely and environmentally conscious hotel is an ideal base for a range of outdoor activities. Situated just off a ... More
Felindre Cottages (122.11 miles)
It is just five minutes walk through the fields to the Coastal Path and the picturesque fishing ... More | visit website
Quality Cottages (123.68 miles)
Lochmeyler Farm Guest House (125.49 miles)
Ferryboat Inn and Restaurant (128.11 miles)
Offering quality en suite rooms and forecourt parking, 500 metres from Fishguard ferry port, this is the nearest accommodation provider to Europcar and Hertz car hire, ideal for visiting Pembrokeshire. The 4-star ... More
Hope and Anchor Inn (128.17 miles)
Fine Food and Comfortable Rooms and the doorstep of the Fishguard Cork Irish Ferry and pembrokeshire National Park ... MoreTy-Hendre (128.25 miles)
Ty-Hendre is a superbly appointed cottage which sleeps 4, is situated just a couple of miles out of Fishguard and with lovely pastoral surroundings. The owners have created a delightful conservation area within the 5 ... More | visit website
Cuffern Manor (129.38 miles)
Cefn-y-Dre (129.44 miles)
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