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The Midlands of Ireland
Hidden Heartland
Ireland s Hidden Heartlands offers unparalleled opportunities to get active in nature and to get off the beaten track with a latticework of vibrant waterways and myriad walking trails. It is a region full of intriguing hidden gems, places people and experiences to be uncovered at your own pace, in your own time, exploring the communities tastes and textures as you go. Self styled as Ireland s best kept secret, the Hidden Heartlands provides visitors with a unique, authentic, local and immersive visitor journey for those keen to get away from it all.
Where to Stay Nearby
Annebrook hotel
The Annebrook offers executive rooms, family suites, champagne suites, and apartments, ensuring a welcoming stay in Mullingar.
Greville Arms Hotel
The Greville Arms Hotel is a family owned hotel, dating back over 200 years. It s one of the oldest hotels in Ireland with 38 available bedrooms.
Newbury Hotel
Located in the centre of Mullingar, the 3 star The Newbury is 50 minutes from Dublin. Couples particularly like the location.
Mullingar Park Hotel
The 4-star Mullingar Park Hotel has earned a strong reputation as one of the leading hotels in Westmeath.
Bloomfield House hotel
A seasonal delight, take in the fresh country air with a lake walk to the jetty and walled garden.
Lake Lodge Accommodation
Welcome to our beautiful 4 star self catering holiday homes in the scenic lake district of Ireland.
Irishtown house
The summer of 2019 is when the idea of renovating our existing cottage became a reality here at Irishtown House.
Places to Stay Along the Greenway
Cunninghams Airbnb KIllucan
Cunningham's bar and lounge Set just outside killucan village beside the royal canal and 3 miles off the N4 motorway Cunningham's bar.
Rustic Inn Abbeyshrule
The Rustic Inn provides inviting spaces, from bar food by the fire to private events in the atmospheric Cloisters for 50 guests.
Canal Stay Glamping
Immerse yourself in nature with unique aeropod glamping; enjoy biking, fishing, yoga, or a peaceful night in Cloondara.
Discover the Surroundings
Belvedere House & Gardens
Belvedere House, Gardens & Park in Mullingar offers a perfect day out with walking trails, walled gardens, a children’s fairy garden, house exhibits, café, playground, and lakeside picnic areas.
Lilliput Adventure Centre
Lilliput Adventure Centre located in Jonathan Swift Park by Lough Ennell, offers scenery and a range of activities, including canoeing, hiking, climbing, first-aid and multi-activity programmes.
Cloughan Farm & Cookery School
Explore Cloughan Farm & Cookery School in County Longford, enjoy hands-on cooking with fresh farm ingredients, and discover the fun, flavours, and charm of sustainable farm life.
Derrymore Springs
Derrymore Springs sits beside the legendary River Deel, famous for its salmon and wild trout, on a 32-acre site with a 20-acre lake transformed from the family’s former sand and gravel farm.
Murtagh’s Organic Farm
Murtagh’s Organic Farm, located along the Royal Canal, brings nature, fun, and learning together, and is home to rescue animals-from curious goats and gentle donkeys to fluffy chicks.
Wheels of Our History
Mullingar is the capital town of county Westmeath, located close to the centre of Ireland on Irelands Hidden heartlands Region it has a rich heritage dating back to the norman times.
Interesting sightseeing tours such as those listed below provide an enjoyable experience of rural Irish heritage:
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Fore Trail Seven Wonders -
Tullynally Castle
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Lockes Distillery
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Belvedere House and Gardens – Belvedere Trail
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Lilliput Adventure Centre
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Official Home Town of Joe Dolan/ Niall Horan / Bressie
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Mullingar Golf Club
Mullingar has many superb facilities such as shopping malls, retails parks, numerous cafes and restaurants, and a public library in the centre of the town. Mullingar's nightlife provides numerous pubs and clubs to choose from and all within walking distance from each other. A 6 screen IMC Multiplex Cinema is located at Lakepoint Park and 1 in Harbour street , Cathedral of Christ the King is an architectural marvel and a must see and Mullingar Swimming Pool in the town park is open all year round.
Other areas of interest are its two major Lakes Lough Ennell and Lough Owel (Diving board at swimming area ) located approximately 4kms from the town. The Lakes are surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife. The lakes are famous for their trout fishing and are visited throughout the year by anglers. Boat hire and tackle available locally
