Such a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Having just arrived in Pembroke and driving towards Swansea, I spotted the sign on a roundabout and thought 'why not!' So my mum and I decided to take a detour and had such a wonderful experience ☺️ Beautifully maintained and so well laid out. Around every turn was another gorgeous animal or attraction. There was a great variety of animals and all were clearly well cared for. The gift shop and food options were also a lovely treat and reasonably priced

With going to Oakwood I heard horror stories of the rides, they were wrong. The two thrill rides are immense, there are no queues what so ever, I rode Megafobia 9 times in 4 hours and what a ride. There are some down sides though, expensive tickets and no new rides. But the customer service is far better than any Merlin attention and the safety is perfect with seatbelts and lap bars on rides. I would definitely come back again.

The Blue Lagoon is a fantastic indoor water park exclusively for residents, offering fun for all ages. The wave machine and lazy river are big hits, providing excitement whether you want to splash around or relax. There are excellent slides for older kids and a safe, dedicated toddler area with smaller slides and toys, making it great for families. The pool is warm and inviting, fully monitored by plenty of attentive lifeguards to ensure safety. Access is easy and secure using your door card. With plenty of seating for spectators and a nearby café, it’s a brilliant spot for family fun, rain or shine.

This was so much more than expected. The horses are so beautiful and placid. The farm owners are passionate about the horses and so so kind and generous. The non equine animals are also delightful, especially scamp, the most adorable 3-legged dog you'll ever meet

Loved it! A terrific few hours with my dog starting with a great brunch sitting outside the riverside cafe. The flat white coffee was so good I got a second one, and the breakfast bagel was superb - I’d go back just for that, irrespective of the village! Lovely service by kind and friendly staff, as well. I bought a ticket (adults £8.50) from the nice lady at the desk, and wandered up through the forest trail using the map to the Iron Age village which is where the magic is. You MUST take advantage of the knowledgable staff there in costume - ask them lots of questions about the lifestyle of the villagers back then and they’ll amaze you with what they know. Go inside each roundhouse with the staff and ask them to tell you what’s in there. I went Sunday and it was 2 young men that really brought the place to life for the tourists. I know they also do activity days there so I’m going to look out for those and go if I can to try my hand at weaving and whatever else. A wonderful find for an interesting, healthy, wholesome, and affordable day out. Five stars.

Incredible place. It feels spiritual, magical, unreal and the beauty of the surrounding coastline only adds to the experience. It is a little known gem that is worth going well out of your way to visit. You can walk the headland and see more secluded bays from on high top cliffs. I am reticent to recommend going as part of it's charm is how quiet it can be. One of Wales best kept secrets.

Beautiful castle to visit on a sunny day. Very informative and interesting to walk around. There were tours and shows going on around the grounds. Food and drink was cheaper than we expected! The gift shop is worth a visit too and you can find out the origins of your surname.

Saw an adorable seal and her pup! Just an fyi, when watching the seals make sure to keep quiet and out of site as if the pup spots you and tries swimming out the will most likely pass away as they aren't fit for the ocean yet!

Great walk with some of the most amazing views. The path is quite hilly so it can be difficult in some places but other than that this is a great thing to do if you in the area.

Finally got round to visiting the famous cathedral in the blazing sun today. Not the biggest (it’s like a very big parish church), not the most glamorous, but awash with history and tranquility. They suggested a fiver donation to get in which is very reasonable compared to many cathedrals. If you’re a bit of a miser you don’t have to pay. Nice cafe, shop etc. Short, steep walk to the tiny town. Plenty of pubs and ice cream shops (great on a hot summer day; less ideal in the winter). Not great for parking.

Situated in a small valley and adjacent to St David's Cathedral, this splendid Bishop's Palace is one of the best of its kind left within the UK. It is a CADW site, and they do a great job of preserving the nation's heritage. English Heritage members also can access the site free of charge. The staff are friendly, it hosts a nice little but well stocked gift shop and it is very well signed with information points throughout. The great hall with its circular window was interesting, and near to the latrine, there is a staircase of which hosts a great view at the top. It is a narrow staircase however, but it is still worth the climb. Aside from the very important and interesting history this site holds, it is also a great place of calm and on a good day, a good picnic spot.

Very nice stop along the way to where I was going in Castlebridge. Gorgeous place. The gardens were so nice to walk around and the wooden statues were really cool to see. I paid €9 to get in, which I felt was very much worth it. I only wish the house was open for a tour... but its only open on the weekends.

Lavender farm is very well maintained. Farm is in full bloom now. It also has Kids playground and small kids ride to enjoy fields view. It has Cafe inside where one can order lunch/snacks. Overall we had very good time at farm. Must recommend to get engaged with Nature and Fresh Air. Caution: I didn’t know about Bees prior visiting. Lavender plant has many Bees around them.

Had the dreamiest intimate wedding here at Johnstown Castle in May. There are so many beautiful rooms to choose from to have the ceremony, and we settled on the dining room. The castle is full of history. Judy and her team were so lovely to work with and they were always so enthusiastic about our wedding and we were so touched by the care she and her team showed us. We were also given us complimentary tours of the castle and we so loved learning about the history and the castle’s past occupants. On the wedding day the bridal party is given use of the drawing room upstairs, which is where we ended up doing our first look. I can’t describe how special it felt to be getting ready in that room, it’s something one has to experience to understand. If you are looking for a venue to get married in, please don’t skip this place. Not only will you have the most lovely team helping you, but it’s also already so stunning (no additional decorations required!). The price for the venue we felt was of incredible value and our guests were blown away by the place. Definitely a one of kind property, highly recommend.

We have been planning this trip to see the Puffins for a long time, and finally it happened. Very well managed ferry service to and from the Saltee Islands by Three Sisters company. The ferry starts from Kilmore Quay and takes about 20mins, post which you are transferred to a small boat which takes 2 mins to reach the Island. After you get down from the boat, there is a small section which would require you to walk in the sea weed water to reach the Island. Wearing wellies would be useful in this case. After you reach the island, the staff give a short history of the place, health and safety rules, and exact locations on the island to watch puffins and the other birds. At the entry there is a private residence, since this is a private island. Assuming the family was in residence at the time. We were given 3.5hrs to explore the island, post which is the return ferry. This place is a haven for nature enthusiasts, with the different bird colonies, the blue bell flowers and pure greenery. We did see quite a good number of photographers with their big lens. The puffins are magnificent creatures. They have their burrows in the ground which are their breeding habitat, which you will find throughout the island. So be careful where you are walking. We saw the gannets' colonies, which is amazing. Unfortunately, didnot get to see any seals. The island is home to quite a few different species of birds. The path is pretty straightforward but would require someone with mid level fitness, as one section of the path was a steep climb and took some effort climbing it. Also, some paths are pretty close to edge of the cliffs. So please be mindful when you get your kids. There is a lot of walking on this island. Also, there are no toilets on the island. The weather was not that great when we were there. So do bring a good jacket as it was quite windy. Overall a fantastic experience. As we were closer to our return ferry time, we sat on the ground near the puffin colony, and watched the puffins get closer to us, which is quite a surreal experience. Tip - Do get a good set of binoculars to watch the birds closely. On the Kilmore quay harbour, there is a free car park and free public washroom closer to it. If you get a chance to have lunch, do go to the Saltee Chipper, they have the best fish and chips.

We visited the exhibition during our vacation and were thrilled. The facility is set up as a circular walk with various stations. Detailed information is available at each station, including a free audio commentary in various languages ​​(ask for it at the ticket office). The exhibition is very informative and well-maintained, and well worth the admission. The grounds are spacious and offer plenty of shady spots, even in sunny/hot weather. Only the wild bird exhibition was a bit disappointing, as the small aviaries offer the birds little to no opportunity to fly. Unfortunately, we didn't have the opportunity to witness a flight display here.

Looks to be an amazing transformation of Loftus Hall. I have seen a few pictures online of the renovations and looks like it will be a beautiful boutique hotel.

Found Rathwood through Google search they were by far the cheapest for decent artificial Christmas trees so took the plunge and ordered. The site said I could get a discount for ordering but waiting for product. Never seen this before but chanced it and got nervous when we hit the two week mark and saw a bad article about the site. I contacted the customer service agent Jess K and asked for an update. She responded to me quickly and politely and the order actually came two days later via DPD and the tree is perfect. Regret jumping to conclusion right away as service, delivery, website and product quality were all brilliant

Lots of info on tour delivered with energy and passion. Quite a few steps to climb. Low headroom for tall people. Tour took an hour. Great view from the top of the lighthouse. Grounds to walk around with some exhibits, a cafe, a gift shop. Standard fare and nothing to fault. One of the most treacherous parts of the coastline in the world and hence a very old lighthouse also with great history and importance.

It's great to see the garden blooming with beautiful colours. Many trees have been cut down but this has revealed beautiful views. €2 paid parking for the whole day. Accessible and well maintained toilets and a shop with plants are a plus of this place. I highly recommend it

Well worth the time and price of admission. The ship is a replica of the original and getting to experience the conditions and understand the desperation of the people making the leap of faith to leave the country is sobering. You have full access to explore the ship after the the presentation.

Visiting the Glass Factory was absolutely worth it. Watching the skill of the glass blowers and cutters up close was fascinating. It’s not only a unique experience but also great value for money. Definitely a place I’d recommend visiting if you’re in Waterford!

Beautiful gardens for a walk with the whole family, and at the same time you can learn about the interesting history of this place. Excellent playground for children. Toilets are available there. Five euros for full day of parking. House was burnt 1922 after the building had been occupied by Police so called - Black and Tans troops.The "Black and Tans" were British ex-servicemen recruited into the Royal Irish Constabulary as temporary constables to reinforce police in Ireland during the Irish War of Independence. They earned their nickname from the makeshift uniforms of dark tunics and khaki trousers. The Black and Tans were known for their brutal tactics, which included reprisals against the civilian population, in attempts to suppress the Irish Republican Army.

Lots of confusion here with the name etc. So it's still rancho reilly. Rustic is gone. It's a campsite only but has its own pet farm. The old main building is gone due to a fire. We have a new sole owner the amazing Eoin whom is the host with the most. A lot of investment has gone into updating the site and its very visible. Playground loads new stuff. New cafe that doubles as a common area. Toilets are maintained throughout the day. The free frog hunt and tractor rides are a great unique touch. Eoin travels the campsite over the weekend having fun with all the guests eg playing football, tennis even raced a bunch of us and yes he won. You can't help but want him and rr to succeed and excell. We thought we would just go this once but are already planning our return. Nearest shops are 3 mins drive away. One pic is of kt fight that was put up on a big screen in the camping area (not sure whom organised but thank you). Highly recommended to all families.

I really enjoyed visiting Kilkenny Castle. The castle is beautiful, well maintained, and full of history. The grounds are spacious and very peaceful, perfect for a walk and photos. One small issue is the parking. There is street parking right outside, but it only allows a maximum of one hour. I think that’s not sufficient, because the castle and gardens take at least two hours to fully enjoy. It would be great if longer parking options were available nearby.

Great tour of an iconic brewery. It’s on the more “experience” end of tours, so more history and well polished exhibits. Tour guide Niamh was excellent, and answered all of our difficult and ridiculous questions. If you’re in Kilkenny you have to do it, well worth it. And definitely upgrade for the flight of beer.

Beautiful cathedral in the heart of Kilkenny. I recommend the guided audio tour. An incredible amount of history within the Canice Cathedral. We opted for the cathedral and tower combination tour. If you are afraid of heights or have any balance/knee issues, the tower is definitely not for you.

We held our wedding party in Bob's bar for 130 people with food by Bosco. Bob couldn't have been more helpful and provided great advice to ensure we had a fantastic day.

No picture can truly explain the feeling of peace and tranquility you experience when you stand in awe of the beautiful surroundings. The caretaker eagerly shared the history with us, making our trip so special. Will definitely be visiting again