Foxford Woollen Mills – one of Ireland’s oldest working woollen mills
The Foxford Woollen Mills was established in 1892, making it one of Ireland’s oldest working woollen mills. We welcome visitors to our mill, cafe and shop throughout the year. Visiting us in County Mayo is a unique opportunity to learn about the history of our brand and products and see first-hand how our throws and…
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The Illusion Museum Dublin – what if you can’t trust your eyes?
“Seeing is Believing…or is it? What if you couldn’t trust your own eyes?” That is exactly the challenge awaiting visitors to Illusion Museum Dublin, located at 16/17 College Green, just steps from Trinity College. With more than 50 hands-on illusions and interactive installations, the museum offers an experience that is as entertaining as it is…
Unlocking Heritage, Ecology & Fine Art: Secondary School Educational Programmes at Malahide Castle & Newbridge House
Malahide Castle & Gardens: Environmental Science & Biological Diversity The Tropical Butterfly House & Ecology Study: An invaluable, hands-on resource for Science and Biology modules. Students analyse microclimates, examine insect metamorphosis, and study tropical plant adaptation firsthand. Fieldwork & Nature Journaling: Integrated with the Butterfly House, students engage in scientific observation and observational sketching, completing…
Unleash the adventure at Beyond the Trees Avondale!
€20 School PassWalkway, Tower, Slide + Lunch. Everything sorted in one ticket. Book your class today.Email: groups@beyondthetreesavondale.com | Phone: 086 102 9081 Free Orienteering for the first 2 weeks of November The Ultimate Destination for TY Experiences and Gaisce Bronze Award Adventure Journeys Set against the stunning backdrop of Avondale Forest Park in Co Wicklow,…
Tours of the Abbey Theatre as Gaeilge or as Béarla
By Abbey tour guide Brían Ó Súilleabháin There has always been a strong connection between the Abbey and the Irish language. The theatre has staged many Irish language productions during its history, starting in 1905 with Seaghán na Scuab by Tomás Ó hAodha and continuing to 2026 with Shauna Carrick’s new Irish musical, SAOIRSE. As…
Planning a School Tour? Start with the Experts
The new school year is underway, and for many teachers and group leaders, thoughts are already turning to the trips and experiences they want to give their students over the year ahead. Whether you have a destination in mind or are starting with a blank page, early planning can make all the difference. At The…
County Museum Dundalk – more than just a Museum…
The beauty of visiting a Museum is the sense of immediacy. It is an experience that envelopes and captures the senses. There is an American saying which holds that “if you want to understand the journey that someone has taken, walk a mile in their shoes”. It is this sense of the intimate that elevates…
Go Offline, Go Offshore! Connected by Water
Living on an island, we’ve noticed that for many teenagers, their first real taste of the marine world begins with the ferry journey from Baltimore, West Cork to Cape Clear Island. To provide a complete ocean experience we decided to dive into marine awareness and education. That’s how ‘Maratacht’ was born. The sea…
Step Behind the Scenes at Ireland’s National Theatre
How do you bring drama off the page and truly make it click for your students? At the Abbey Theatre, we believe the best way to understand the magic of the stage is to experience it from the inside out. We are delighted to welcome secondary schools and TY groups through our doors for an…