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Púca Festival, County Meath THREE OF THE BEST HALLOWEEN-THEMED FESTIVALS
Derry Halloween, Derry~Londonderry, October 28-31 With spooky season upon us, why not take part in Europe’s largest Halloween festival in Derry~Londonderry. The walled city revels in tales of ancient spirits, with folklore and food at the heart of the celebrations.
Púca Festival, County Meath, October 28-31 Head to Ireland’s Ancient East to ring in Celtic new year at Púca Festival, celebrating 2,000-year-old traveller traditions. Watch as the creatures of Samhain, Ireland’s ancient Halloween customs, come to life.
Bram Stoker Festival, Dublin, October 28-31 Celebrate all things Dracula on the 125th anniversary of the publication of Bram Stoker’s legendary gothic novel. Across Dublin there’ll be talks, readings and screenings all centred around the world’s most famous vampire.
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Head out of the city and west to Donegal to visit Fort Dunree. A defensive stronghold on the Inishowen Peninsula, it not only offers a glimpse into the area’s military history, but is surrounded by natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Another Inishowen fort is
Grianán of Aileach, one of the most famous monuments in the region, which originally dates back to 1700 BC. The centrepiece of the
site is a circular stone cashel that, on a clear day, offers breathtaking views of Lough Foyle, Lough Swilly and of the surrounding counties – the perfect spot to reflect on the island of Ireland’s ancient history. Visitors to Donegal can also
take a trip to the magical Fanad Lighthouse, a still-operating watchtower that’s considered to be among the most beautiful in Ireland, if not the world. For a truly unique experience, suggest they spend a night
in the carefully restored lighthouse keepers’ cottages, which offer peaceful vibes and stunning sea views. The traditions of the county, and
City walls, Derry~Londonderry
the wider island, can be discovered at Doagh Famine Village – a unique, thought-provoking attraction that tells the story of Irish life from the time of the Great Famine of the 1840s to the present day. Visitors can walk through a typical village for the area, which includes thatched cottages that were occupied as recently as the 1980s, and learn about the island’s fascinating history.
Grianán of Aileach, Inishowen, County Donegal
Halloween festival in Derry~Londonderry
The guided tours prove
particularly enjoyable, and kids will appreciate a day out here as much as adults. Whether it be exploring rural
castles or walking a city’s streets, your clients are bound to uncover something magical in the must- visit hub of Derry~Londonderry and Donegal.
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PICTURES: Tourism Ireland, Tom Archer, Gardiner Mitchell; Gareth Wray Photography; Failte Ireland; Ste Murray
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