![]() Star Outdoors KenmareThe Star Outdoors Adventure Centre, just 5 minutes from Kenmare town, is set on the beautiful Kenmare Bay and is surrounded by the Caha Mountains. An ideal, safe place to sail, kayak and explore the mountains. Web: www.staroutdoors.ie064 41222
![]() Kenmare Golf Club18 hole golf course, set alongside the quiet waters of the river Roughty estuary. Surrounded by the glorious Kerry mountains, Kenmare Golf Club boasts a breathtaking location nestled in its own little piece of tranquillity. Web: www.kenmaregolfclub.com064 41291
![]() Eclipse IrelandKerry's Equestrian and Adventure Centre seeks to deliver a great range of activities to visitors of all ages and abilities. You can enjoy scenic pony trekking on the centre’s own off-road trails set against the magnificent backdrop of the MacGillycuddy Reeks or perhaps you’d like to try your hand at archery, cycling, hill walking, angling, rock climbing or kayaking on beautiful Kenmare Bay Contact +353(0)64 82965 / M: +353(0)87 923 8794Web: www.eclipseireland.com
![]() Fishing in Kenmare RiverDeep sea, salmon and trout fishing all available locally. For information on gear, permits, tackle etc Contact John O'Hare 064 41499
![]() Kenmare Walking ClubCo. Kerry Founded in the 1980s, the Club has a permanent membership in excess of 100 regular walkers. Non members are welcome to join the organised walks and festivals. Kenmare is situation in the middle of the most impressive mountain range in Ireland. Walks are graded for different abilities/fitness levels. Web: www.kenmarewalking.com
![]() Kenmare Lace Design CentreIn 1864 the Poor Clare nuns under the leadership of Mother Abbess O'Hagan set upon a practical course to help the needy to help themselves, by establishing an industrial school in the convent building. There, young girls were chiefly employed in producing lace. The tradition of making the beautiful Kenmare Needlepoint lace is still carried out today in the Kenmare Lace and Design Centre. There is an Exhibition of antique lace from the convent as well as demonstrations. Lace and materials can be purchased. Web: www.kenmarelace.ie064 41491
![]() Adopt a Sheep, Kissane Sheep FarmSituated between Kenmare and Killarney National Park in Co Kerry is Kissane Sheep Farm. The famous panorama of Moll's Gap is in the middle of the land, overlooking the farm and its sheep and lambs. The goal of Adopt a Sheep is to preserve the Irish heritage of mountain sheep, living in the scenic area of Moll's Gap on the Ring of Kerry. In doing so, the heritage of a traditional family farm in this Special Area of Conservation is also saved for future generations. Web: www.adopt-a-sheep.ie+353 (0)64 34791
![]() Dromquinna Riding StablesProfessional Equestrian Centre, established in 1949. Open to all levels of experience. Just a couple of miles from the hotel Contact 064 41043
![]() Ring of Kerry Golf & Country ClubLocated amidst the most stunning scenery imaginable, the Ring of Kerry Golf Club is an 18 hole, championship golf course designed for golfers of all abilities. Web: www.ringofkerrygolf.com064 42000
![]() Bonane Heritage ParkJust 10 minutes from Kenmare town, the Bonane Heritage Park offers an abundance of well preserved multi-period archaeological sites from the Stone, Bronze and Iron Age; together with a 1600 metre walk (offering breath taking scenery) through 5000 years of history. Web: www.bonaneheritagepark.com
![]() Bonane Chocolate FactoryIf you are looking for a treat, head out to Bonane to Lorge Choclatier. Benoit Lorge makes the most delicious hand made chocolates. Originally from Lorraine in France and now settled in Kenmare, this award winning chef has created a chocolate lovers paradise. Located about 5km from Kenmare in Bonane this is well worth a visit. Web: www.lorgechocolate.comContact: 087 9917172 |