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Unit 9a, Lough Sheever Park, Mullingar T: 044 93 45366

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A wonderful wedding venue, the perfect setting for intimate weddings in New Forest House itself or wonderful Pavillion Weddings for 200+ guests.

• Music • Music - Piano, -Keyboard, Piano, Flute, ConcertRecorder, Flute, Recorder Tin Whistle & Tin Whistle • Art - Umbrella Studios (arts and • Art crafts) Classes ArtsArama -(speech, Oil drama, song & movement) • Umbrella Studios - Arts and Crafts Loretto Cooney (adult art classes) • Choirs - Sweet • ArtsArama Tunes Active Retirement – Speech, GroupDrama, (every Tuesday Song &morning) Movement & Mullingar Gospel Choir (every Tuesday evening) • Choirs - Sweet Tunes Active Retirement Group, Mullingar Gospel Choir

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A beautiful and historic Irish Country Estate located in the heart of Ireland, at Tyrrellspass just off junction 4 of the M6 motorway.

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Luxurious 2 bedroom courtyard lodges.

Free Wifi. Pet Friendly.

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TYRRELLSPASS, CO. WESTMEATH (just off junction 4 of the M6)

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Lough Ennell Caravan & Camping

Set in eighteen aces of beautiful mature wood lands, Lough Ennell Camping & Caravan Park offers camping and touring facilities just 9km from Mullingar on the shores of Lough Ennell Lake

Shop, Cafe & Take Away open to the public for breakfasts, tea’s, coffee, snacks etc. from 9am to 9pm each day from June to September and weekends from April 1st

For reservations or further information contact Eamon O'Malley on 00353 (0) 449348101 or visit www.caravanparksireland.com

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“If Rochforts doesn’t have it, you probably don’t need it!!”

“ The Musical instrument section of the store has

attracted some very big names throughout the years including Bressie, Niall Horan, The Blizzards, White Chalk and many more famous artists. By specialising in harder to get accessories it has built a name for itself within a very niche market. Indeed, Niall is a regular visitor when home and bought his first the best guitar in 99s in ireland!

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Tullaghan, Mullingar. Beautiful woodland championship 18 hole pitch and putt course located 5km from Mullingar will appeal and cater for all ages and standards, from beginners to professionals. open for green fees with adults at €6, juveniles and senior citizens; €5, club hire; €1 and balls and tees are available. affiliated to the Pitch & Putt union of Ireland, club membership is available with adults priced at €100, students and senior citizens: €70; juveniles (under 16) €40 and family membership available on request. Footgolf is a new, fun activity for 2018 at Tullaghan. search ‘Tullaghan’, Co. Westmeath on Google Maps for their location and all enquiries can be directed to david on 087 280 1350.

KIdZ & Co.

Kidz & Co Indoor adventure Play Centre is a great place and relax and meet your friends.

Catering for individuals as well as children’s birthday parties and groups, there are discounts available for families, larger groups, clubs, schools, etc. Keep and eye out for their fun summer and easter camps or check out Kidz & Co. on facebook. open 7 days per week during school holidays - phone 044 9345366 for winter times. Follow them on FaCeBooK. www.kidzandco.ie

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enchanting Fore, in a beautiful valley in north Westmeath, is a ‘must’ for any visitor to the midlands. In addition to its famous seven Wonders, going back to early Christian times and to st. Feichin, it has the best preserved historic monuments in north Westmeath, and many natural attractions. you can see the Ben of Fore, the ancient Town Gates, the huge lintel stone lifted by st. Feichin in his church, the Benedictine abbey, the water that flows uphill and the medieval anchorite’s cell. The picturesque village caters well for visitors, with its coffee shop and visitor centre, and its hostelries.

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While the picturesque Multyfarnham area of north Westmeath has many attractions, its Franciscan Friary, beside the Gaine River, still a place of worship after 800 years, is special. Tradition tells us that despite official dissolution, being twice burned and twice plundered, and friars imprisoned in just three decades, the harrassed Franciscans still remained on in the area and continued to provide spiritual solace, in those ‘dark and evil days,’ so that the later martyred archbishop st. oliver Plunkett reported in 1671, that there were ten friars in Multyfarnham, and the friary had a novitiate.

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Killucan, Co. Westmeath

Water Adverture Centre

an exclusive location, this is an oasis set amidst farmland in a remote rural setting where you can have fun and frolics out on the water. Choose from structured team building challenges or a more relaxed activity-based day where your family and friends can try various activities that take their fancy.

‘With adrenalin filled’ or ‘easygoing’ activities on offer you can finish off the day with a BBQ or picnic in this relaxed and tranquil setting.

For bookings phone Pat 087 717 4336 • Sarah 085 781 7678

Located outside Castlepollard on the R394, and 20 km from Mullingar, these magnificent gardens are the romantic setting for one of Ireland's largest inhabited castles. admire the flowers in the peaceful walled gardens and meet a family of llamas. Take part in the discovery Trail for children or enjoy the summerhouses. enjoy delicious food in the sunny castle tearoom, which is open throughout the day. new opening hours: 11am- 5pm, Thursdays to sundays and Bank holidays, 31 March to 1 october.

For full details, see www.tullynallycastle.ie.

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Pewter making was revived in Ireland

by Mullingar Pewter in 1974. a visit to the workshop will allow you see the skill of casting, turning, meticulous assembly and delicate hand finishing of pewter pieces by skilled artisans. The Gift shop has a visitor information centre and carries an extensive range of Mullingar Pewter products and gifts for all occasions to suit all tastes.

There is a small coffee shop serving tea, coffee and snacks. admission is free. For more information, call 044 9348791 or visit www.pewtergiftstore.net

• Aqua park • Kayaking • Aqua golf • Tyre ball • Raft building • Archery • Fishing • Pedal boating • Nature walks

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Lakepoint Retail Park is situated just off the n4 (dublin sligo Road) adjacent to junction 16 and is approximately 2km from Mullingar Town Centre on the delvin Road. IMC Cinema (www.imccinemas.ie) is situated at the entrance to the park and the Mullingar branches of Woodies dIy (www.woodiesdiy.com), harry Corry’s www.harrycorry.com), elvery sports ww.elverys.ie), Carpet Right www.carpetright.ie) and dId electrical (www.did.ie) are all located there. For the convenience of shoppers there are free car parking spaces available for approximately 500 cars.

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WesTMeaTh Gaa

With more than 1 million members worldwide, the Gaa (Gaelic athletic association) is an Irish and international amateur sporting and cultural organisation. Cusack Park, the headquarters of the Westmeath branch of the Gaa, is located on Friars Mill Road, Mullingar.

It has been at its present location for more that three quarters of a century.

Westmeath Gaa is responsible for the promotion of Gaelic games in the county and there are 47 clubs, 32 football and 15 hurling as well as ladies football and camogie. Matches take place most weekends at Cusack Park and no pre-booking of tickets is required.

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The Church Restaurant is located in the centre of Mullingar in a converted 200 year old former Presbyterian Church. open from Tuesday to sunday, it's ideal if you want to just pop in for a coffee and a chat but breakfast, lunch, snacks and evening meals of the highest standard are on offer. For great food, friendly service and great value in a unique setting, The Church Restaurant is highly recommended when visiting Mullingar. see www.churchmullingar.com or call 044 9332317

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Indo Thai restaurant on Castle street, Mullingar is a place where families, couples and friends come to enjoy great food in comfortable surroundings.

Rated highly on Tripadvisor, at Indo Thai both Indian and Thai food is served and you will be catered for in a professional manner by efficient staff. There is an Earlybird menu before 7pm every night.

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a family run business located on one of Mullingar’s main shopping thoroughfares, dominick street, this virtual treasure throve of products offers everything from toys, musical instruments, gifts, grocery, Maple Moose ice-cream parlour and award winning 99s.

The musical instrument section of the store has attracted some very big names throughout the years, including Bressie, niall horan, The Blizzards, White Chalk and many more famous artists. Indeed niall is a regular visitor when home and bought his first guitar in Rochforts! notably they recently opened their Lir Music academy.

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Fairgreen Mullingar is home to well-known high street brands TK Maxx, Penneys, new Look, elverys, dealz, dorothy Perkins, Burtons and Costa Coffee. It is located on Grand Parade, less than a five minute walk from the train or bus station making it easily accessible for customers. If not using public transport, they have ample parking available in both the outdoor and covered car parks. To find out individual store opening times visit www.fairgreenmullingar.ie. For special offers and news follow them on Facebook and Twitter (@fairgreenretail).

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david o’Malley’s shop at 33 dominick street, Mullingar, caters for all fishing and shooting enthusiasts. over 60 years in business, o’Malleys are fishing tackle specialists and stock all leading brands and for those who enjoy shooting, the shop has a licence to sell firearms with a good selection of guns and ammunition available. david is a qualified watchmaker and along with watches and wonderful jewellery, he stocks a beautiful Celtic and Claddagh jewellery range.

Telephone 044 9348300

100,000 square feet of shopping excellence in the centre of Mullingar.

520 car parking spaces.

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occupying an elevated site over Mullingar town, the famous Cathedral of Christ the King, Bishopsgate street, was opened in 1936. a landmark in the area with its twin spires and dome, the Basilicanstyle Cathedral can seat 1,800 people. The museum, which is situated upstairs in the Cathedral building, contains many artifacts of historical interest and models of church buildings in the Mullingar area from the seventeenth century to the present.

The ecclesiastical Museum can be viewed in July or august or by appointment through the parish office on: 044 934 8338. www.mullingarparish.ie

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Call 044 933 2738 or visit www.spiceindia.ie

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one of Mullingar’s premier music venues, smiddy’s is all you need for a great night out. They hold open Mic every Wednesday, Trad 9-11 Friday, Live Music every Friday & saturday night and if it's sports you're into, smiddy’s is the place to be for all the big events. For a friendly night out visit smiddy’s Bar & stables Music Venue at 11 dominick street, Mullingar.

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Tired of the usual scene, looking for something new, want to find a great vibe but don’t know where to go? easy, have a look over The Fence ! The Fence nightclub is the best niteclub to visit when on the town in Mullingar, if out with friends or on a special night of celebration you will enjoy a night with them. a night out as it should be, great atmosphere, special cocktails, quality dJ’s & Live bands, served with a twist. Magic!……………… see you at The Fence. www.thefencemullingar.ie, find them on Facebook, follow them on Twitter @TheFinalFence or add them on snapchat: thefinalfence

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one of just a few locally owned pharmacies in Mullingar, Whelehans Pharmacy is owned by local pharmacist, eamonn Brady. services include beautician, chiropodist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more. Big brand cosmetics and fragrances include Chanel, elizabeth arden and in-store makeovers are a perfect treat!

Located at 38 Pearse st, Mullingar (opposite the Greville arms hotel) they are open from 8:30am daily. Tel 044 93 34591 or visit www.whelehans.ie.

The Greville Arms Hotel

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Midlands 25 Regional Comhaltas Centre for Laois, offaly, Westmeath and Longford This cultural centre hosts a weekly schedule of set, sean nós and Irish dancing, traditional singing and Irish language classes for all ages. Room hire available – three classrooms, boardroom and a performance hall which caters for seminars, meetings, demonstrations and private functions. Wifi available throughout the centre. Bar facility available. Coffee shop and gift shop on-site. Regular seisiún and céilí events take place. seisiún an tsamhraidh/Traditional summer shows and Campa samhraidh/Irish Language & activity Camp also take place.

Website: www.arasanmhuilinn/044 9330644

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new Forest estate is a Beautiful and historic Irish Country estate located in the heart of Ireland, just off junction 4 of the M6 Motorway at Tyrrellspass. an idyllic wedding venue, within the estate you will find new Forest house Restaurant, one of the Midlands Premier Restaurants, Luxurious accommodation in the stunning new Forest Courtyard Lodges and the Championship new Forest Golf Course.

Tyrrellspass 044 9221100 www.newforest.ie

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Food bar/carvey open daily James Joyce Restaurant Ulysses Bar ONE DIRECTION FANS - DON’T MISS THE

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Pearse Street, Mullingar • 044 9348563 www.grevillearmshotel.ie

Mad haTTeRs CaFe

Want to have lunch with your children stress free? The Mad hatter Cafe is the place to be!

It's friendly and fun, it's one of a kind, a place like this is hard to find! specialising in good, home cooked food and known for their child friendly environment, their fine selection of tea and coffee and their top class breakfast. you'd be mad to miss it! They are at 29 Pearse street and are open 6 days a week.

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one of Ireland’s most distinctive lifestyle stores, the home to top brands across home interiors, gifts and food, sister brand to Genesis and Mindy Brownes Interiors (in business over the last 25 years, widely recognised at home and abroad). This store brings a retail experience like no other and is often referred to as ‘an aladdin’s Cave of beautiful things’. Visit them for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a bubbly brunch at the weekends.

*Free parking & outside seating. www.redearthireland.com

This book store located at 23 Pearse street, in the heart of Mullingar, has for many years been the treasure chest of books in the Midlands. a small book shop with big impact and appeal from the minute you step inside. If you’re a book lover, this store is a must-visit. always friendly and knowledgeable, there is nothing that stella and her team won’t find if it’s not in stock. a great promoter of local reads and their authors.

Just Books caters for all ages, from those entering the world of reading to those writing for the world of reading. Call in or phone 044 933 2969. www.justbookswestmeath.com

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MuLLInGaR TennIs & BadMInTon CLuB 8 outdoor floodlit courts, with 23 modern, well equipped club house and badminton hall.

Centrally located at austin Friars street, in Mullingar town. Club nights are held every Monday evening, and there are regular tournaments organised, with all standards catered for. Tennis and Badminton coaching programmes for both adults and children are available. The club is open for new members, and visitors are also welcome. For more information, please call 086 468 2481.

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Located in the heart of Mullingar since november 1998, the arts Centre has been breathing life into the arts, drama and dance sccene of the Midlands. The theatre caters for all event types and is suitable for conferences/seminars. a licensed theatre bar is also on-site.

The Mullingar arts Centre is fully wheelchair accessible, with a door ramp and lift.

For further information contact 044-9347777. www.mullingarartscentre.ie

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Bowling, Jungle Joe’s Children’s Play area Teddy Mountain and the exciting Lazer Bowl all under one roof! With children’s party rooms, go karts and american-style pool and amusements there’s hours of entertainment available for both children and adults alike. at the Rock ’n’ Bowl Café/diner there is a vast menu to cater for all tastes and appetites. open 7 days a week, 10am till 11pm.

Phone 044 9333300. www.rocknbowl.ie

drawing on over 100 years of rich heritage and manufacturing, Kilbeggan hand-made Chocolates are made using only the finest ingredients.

Transforming the humble cocoa bean into a mouth-watering extravaganza is a subtle blend of art and science. Kilbeggan handmade chocolates are wholly unique because they make chocolate with their own beans in their own facilities. The Kilbeggan Chocolate and Coffee Bar on Kilbeggan's main street is open daily from 9am to 5pm.

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Kilbeggan distillery Tour - the oldest licenced whiskey distillery in Ireland. est. 1857. see the oldest pot still in Ireland still working, the iconic water wheel, see how our famous whiskey is still made using the traditional methods and taste some for yourself. www.kilbeggandistillery.com

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The hill of uisneach which is on the tentative list of u.n.e.s.C.o World heritage sites is the Midlands most unique tourist destination.

This ancient royal site has long been regarded as The Mythological and sacred centre of Ireland and its most famous feature 'The Catstone' was deemed to mark the centre of the country. Public tours from april to october, daily at 1pm. Private/group tours by arrangement.

More info at www.uisneach.ie or call +353 (0)87 7189550

Mullingar equestrian Centre offers top class facilities just 3km from Mullingar.

The centre caters for adults and children from beginners to advanced. show jumping is a speciality.

They run weekly training shows along with a full calendar of show Jumping Ireland) events from February to november. With friendly staff, well schooled horses and ponies and over twenty years of experience there is something equestrian for everyone at Mullingar eC. For more information, contact 044 9348331, info@mullingarequestrian.com. Follow them on Facebook or visit www.mullingarequestrian.com.

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OUTDOOR ESCAPE Unit 2, Zone C, The Parkway, Mullingar, Co Westmeath

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all-Ireland Garden Centre of the year award Winners. Ireland’s largest 5 star garden centre, on a 12 acre site only 8 km from Mullingar, (follows signs for R400). designed and built with customer convenience and comfort in every department. an extensive homewares shop leads to a spacious outdoor covered area, ensuring shopping in comfort, whatever the weather. you can treat yourself to afternoon tea in the Baker's Garden tearooms. Children can be easily entertained in the covered play area. o’Meara’s has it all for the dedicated gardener and beginner alike.

Phone: (044) 934 2088. www.omearasgardencentre.com

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Lough ennell, Mullingar. (saT naV co-ordinates 53.447, -7.433) Tel. 00 353 87 6492866 explore Lough ennell, for fishing or family fun day out, choice of rowing boat or boat with engine, lifejackets and fuel provided.Weekends and Bank, holidays March to october. www.lilliputboathire.com

Mullingar Golf Club is one of the finest parkland courses in Ireland and Great Britain. home of the Mullingar scratch Cup, an open tournament for the best amateur golfers in Ireland which takes place every year in august, Mullingar Golf Club welcomes visiting golfers and hosts a full programme of open Competitions throughout the season. directions: From Mullingar town centre, follow sign for Belvedere (R400) The golf club is 4 miles out on the right. sat nav co-ordinates 53.4815805, 7.3594015,17z. For further information visit www.mullingargolfclub.com

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Lough ennell Camping & Caravan Park offers camping and touring facilities just 5km from Mullingar. With a range of facilities including café & takeaway, children's playground and electric hook-ups, they have been welcoming guests since 1967. For the fishing enthusiast, Lough ennell offers an abundant and varied catch while swimming, canoeing, sailing and windsurfing are also on offer for the active type. To make a reservation or for more information, contact eamon o'Malley on +353 (0)44 9348101 or visit www.caravanparksireland.com

Belvedere house, Gardens & Park has a fascinating Victorian walled garden, with one of Ireland's finest collections of rare and special plants. The naturalistic designed parkland, punctuated with romantic follies, includes the largest in Ireland, “The Jealous Wall”. There is a licensed restaurant and gift shop on site and there are also outdoor children’s playgrounds, a magical fairy garden & many picnic areas. a visit to Belvedere is a superb day out with a difference. For more information, contact 044-9349060; info@belvedere-house.ie or visit www.belvedere-house.ie.

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For a beautiful, scenic and safe, family friendly cycle route, the Mullingarathlone Greenway is well worth experiencing. The cycle way is intended for leisure activity and is ideal for this purpose, passing through the scenic landscape of County Westmeath via the villages of Castletown Geoghegan, streamstown and onto the town of Moate before arriving in the shannon side town of athlone.

Running alongside the existing Mullingar-athlone railway line, this is one activity that is worth exploring.

Emergency numbers: 999 or 112 • Mullingar Garda Station: 044 93 84000 Mullingar Fire Station: 044 934 1794 Midlands Regional Hospital: 044 934 0221 GP Out of Hours service (MIDOC): 1850 302 702 Cathedral of Christ the King: 044 93 48338 Church of Ireland: 044 93 48376 Tourist Information Office: 044 934 8650 Mullingar Railway/Bus Station: 044 934 8274 Mullingar Library: 044 933 2162 Jim Bob’s Taxi service: 087 194 6577 Tommy Begleys’s Taxi (8 seater and wheelchair accessible): 1800 520 222