Causey Farm is a highly acclaimed venue for a variety of entertainment, tourism and educational programmes. The farm provides interactive cultural experiences in a friendly atmosphere for Irish and international groups, as well as seasonal events.

On their 300 acre farm, the Murtagh family breed Limousin-cross cattle, which they sell when the animals are around two years old. Their flock of Belclare ewes (an Irish breed famous for its high numbers of lambs) lamb in springtime; the lambs are sold, mainly to the French market, during the summer. The farm also produces winter wheat and spring barley, as well as curly kale, beet and turnips.

Causey Farm targets the school tours market, as well as corporate clients and international visitors (in groups). Typically, a group tour visit takes in a bodhrán workshop, a farmyard tour, céilí dancing, a trip to the bog & traditional turf cutting, a sheepdog demonstration, a nature walk and making your own soda bread. Definitely a 5-star experience for kids.

Tours are customised depending on the requirements of the group, so the price per individual can vary. Phone in advance to work out the package that suits you. Causey Farm also arranges popular hen party events, as well as hosting the chilling Halloween “Farmaphobia” extravaganza.

Farmaphobia is Ireland’s most horrifying Halloween Event. Journey through a frightful evening of screams and laughter… eerie corners, blood-curdling frights, ghoulish entertainers, heart-pounding, adrenaline pumping, life-threatening fear… your worst nightmares come true!

Opening Hours:
Causey is a working farm that is not generally open to the public, but runs seasonal events and private group experiences. These range from children’s summer camps to Hen Party packages.

Check the events calendar for details of current and upcoming events.

Their biggest public event the annual Farmaphobia Halloween Event, generally runs for the month of October. Tickets can be booked from mid-September, with prices varying depending on the booking.

Contact & Pricing:
causey.ie
[email protected]
Tel: 046 943 4135
Causey Farm, Girley, Fordstown, Navan, Co. Meath

Emerald Park offers the visitor a theme park and a unique zoo. You can experience a range of rides, adventure activities, and observe critically endangered big cats, fascinating meerkats, primates, astonishing birds of prey and much more.

The Junior Zone attractions include: Steam Train Express, Honey Pot Bears, Pony Rail, Shot Tower, Vortex Tunnel, Fossett’s Circus Show, the World of Raptors, and Super Hero Climbing Wall.

The Lemur Woods section showcases a troop of ring-tailed lemurs in Ireland’s largest lemur walkthrough.

Flight School is a 13-metre-high airport themed roller-coaster suitable for all the family.

Viking Voyage – With 1.7 million litres of water, a Viking village and replica Viking ships, families can expect to feel the splash on this unmissable attraction.

For older children and adults, attractions of note include the Cú Chulainn Coaster (Ireland’s first rollercoaster and Europe’s largest wooden rollercoaster with an inversion), The Rotator, Power Surge, Endeavour, Air Race, Windstar, Dino Dash, and the Sky Walk.

A brand new Tír na nÓg area is due to open in 2024. It will be the first fully themed and immersive land at Emerald Park, and will include two new rollercoasters.

Opening Hours:
The park is open most weekends and Bank Holidays throughout the year, and on weekdays during summer/school holidays. Opening hours vary monthly, and some attractions are only open during the summer.
The park may be closed from December 24 until March.
Check here for the latest opening hours.

All entrants must purchase a ticket, even if they do not wish to access any of the rides or attractions. A Junior Zone ticket is the cheapest option available.

Reduced rate tickets are available for senior citizens, persons with special needs (and their registered carers), as well as pregnant guests. On arrival to admissions, guests may be asked to provide documentation to confirm that they can avail of a reduced rate ticket.

Contact & Pricing:
emeraldpark.ie
Tel: 01 835 1999
Kilbrew, Ashbourne, Co.Meath
Junior Zone Only Ticket: €47 (€39 if booked online over 24hrs in advance)
All Access Ticket: €52 (€43 if booked online over 24hrs in advance)

Skypark is Ireland’s biggest Adventure Park, with a wide range of adventure activities in the air and on the ground. From the longest aerial adventure course in Ireland to zipline fun, footgolf, archery and aeroball, there is something for all ages and abilities.

In the zipline zone, “you can swing, scream, jump, climb and release your inner Tarzan.” Within the Aerial Courses option, you can test yourself on 30 challenges including cargo nets, skateboards, giant log swings, monkey bars and, of course, ziplines. Courses range in height from 6ft to 40ft.

The other broad range of activities includes archery, footgolf, frisbee golf, quazer, axe throwing and archery.

Opening Hours:
7 days a week: 10am – 7pm
Access to the various activities is by purchasing one of the different colour passes. The passes divide the activities up according to the recommended age restrictions, e.g., 4+, under 9 & over 9 years old.
Adults can purchase a 9+ pass to access the activities, or purchase an entrance pass if they only wish to supervise.
Prices vary according to season; discounts are available for advanced online booking.
Peak days are often sold out well in advance.

Contact & Pricing:
skypark.ie
[email protected]
Tel: 042 937 3100
Dundalk Road, Carlingford, Co Louth
€50 for all-inclusive pass during peak periods. Restricted passes available at lower prices.