A guide to Dungarvan, Sliabh gCua & Surrounding Areas of Interest
Beach, Cycling, Walking, Heritage Sites
Clonea Beach is a long sandy beach, located approximately 5 kilometres outside of Dungarvan town. Everyone can admire the fantastic views and the scenic walks nearby Clonea Beach. Lifeguards are also present at the beach throughout the Summer months.
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Clonea Beach
Clonea Beach is a long sandy beach, located approximately 5 kilometres outside of Dungarvan town. Everyone can admire the fantastic views and the scenic walks nearby Clonea Beach. Lifeguards are also present at the beach throughout the Summer months.
The Waterford Greenway is a haven for those looking to unwind. Running from Waterford City to Dungarvan, the Greenway offers 46 glorious car-free kilometres to explore. The views throughout are nothing short of spectacular and there are plenty of refreshment stops en route for those looking to make a day of it. It’s a shared use Greenway, which means that people are allowed to cycle, walk and run, you can even bring your dog, as long as he/she is on a lead.
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Waterford Greenway
Waterford GreenwayThe Waterford Greenway is a haven for those looking to unwind. Running from Waterford City to Dungarvan, the Greenway offers 46 glorious car-free kilometres to explore. The views throughout are nothing short of spectacular and there are plenty of refreshment stops en route for those looking to make a day of it. It’s a shared use Greenway, which means that people are allowed to cycle, walk and run, you can even bring your dog, as long as he/she is on a lead.
10 miles from Touraneena, The Nire Valley is an ideal base for walkers as there is a great choice of walks and waymarked trails accessed directly from the Nire ; whether you fancy a walk in the woods beside the Nire river or more adventurous trek up to one of the lakes, or ridge walk with spectacular views across counties Tipperary and Waterford. The Nire valley is a treasure trove of coums and lakes and is a fantastic area for a variety of walks of different lengths. Most people start from the car park which is well signposted from Ballymacarbry.
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The Nire Valley
10 miles from Touraneena, The Nire Valley is an ideal base for walkers as there is a great choice of walks and waymarked trails accessed directly from the Nire ; whether you fancy a walk in the woods beside the Nire river or more adventurous trek up to one of the lakes, or ridge walk with spectacular views across counties Tipperary and Waterford. The Nire valley is a treasure trove of coums and lakes and is a fantastic area for a variety of walks of different lengths. Most people start from the car park which is well signposted from Ballymacarbry.
14 miles from Touraneena is the Heritage town of Lismore, Lismore Castle (Irish: Caisleán an Lios Mhóir) is the Irish home of the Duke of Devonshire. Located in the town of Lismore in County Waterford in the Republic of Ireland, it belonged to the Earls of Desmond, and subsequently to the Cavendish family from 1753. It was largely re-built in the Gothic style during the mid-nineteenth century for The 6th Duke of Devonshire.
The castle features gardens, which are open to the public. The upper garden is a 17th-century walled garden,[4] while much of the informal lower garden was designed in the 19th century. Under Lord Burlington the planting has been enhanced, and contemporary sculpture added, including works by Sir Antony Gormley, Marzia Colonna and Eilís O'Connell.
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Lismore Castle(Caisleán an Leasa Mhóir)
14 miles from Touraneena is the Heritage town of Lismore, Lismore Castle (Irish: Caisleán an Lios Mhóir) is the Irish home of the Duke of Devonshire. Located in the town of Lismore in County Waterford in the Republic of Ireland, it belonged to the Earls of Desmond, and subsequently to the Cavendish family from 1753. It was largely re-built in the Gothic style during the mid-nineteenth century for The 6th Duke of Devonshire.
The castle features gardens, which are open to the public. The upper garden is a 17th-century walled garden,[4] while much of the informal lower garden was designed in the 19th century. Under Lord Burlington the planting has been enhanced, and contemporary sculpture added, including works by Sir Antony Gormley, Marzia Colonna and Eilís O'Connell.
Ogham Stones
3 miles from Touraneena -This little ruined church is very special as it incorporates six ogham stones within its fabric.
The medieval church of Seskinane/Seskinan is located in the townland of Knockboy Co Waterford about 3/4 mile from Bearys cross, just off the Clonmel-Dungarvan road. Although a little out-of-the-way the site is signposted from the Clonmel-Dungarvan road so can be found relatively easily.
The presence of these ogham stones has led some to suggest the church stands on the site of an earlier church. In the late 19th century traces of a possible ecclesiastical enclosure, no longer upstanding, were recorded in the field to the south of the church and within the graveyard (Brash 1868-9, 127; Power 1898, 84). There is also very pronounced curve in the field boundary to the east of the church that along with the 19th century evidence may tentatively suggest the presence of an enclosure.
Knockboy
Ogham Stones
3 miles from Touraneena -This little ruined church is very special as it incorporates six ogham stones within its fabric.
The medieval church of Seskinane/Seskinan is located in the townland of Knockboy Co Waterford about 3/4 mile from Bearys cross, just off the Clonmel-Dungarvan road. Although a little out-of-the-way the site is signposted from the Clonmel-Dungarvan road so can be found relatively easily.
The presence of these ogham stones has led some to suggest the church stands on the site of an earlier church. In the late 19th century traces of a possible ecclesiastical enclosure, no longer upstanding, were recorded in the field to the south of the church and within the graveyard (Brash 1868-9, 127; Power 1898, 84). There is also very pronounced curve in the field boundary to the east of the church that along with the 19th century evidence may tentatively suggest the presence of an enclosure.
The Comeragh Mountains in Waterford provide the perfect backdrop for adventure. Whether you want something quick and easy or would like to spend the day exploring, there is something to suit everyone in this magnificent glaciated mountain range. If you don’t know where to start, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Mahon Falls.
Mahon Falls is an 80 metre waterfall, formed by the River Mahon as it cascades from the Comeragh Plateau over the sandstone cliffs and rocks below.
The scenery approaching Mahon Falls is spectacular and is similar to the rugged and wild landscape of Connemara. It’s pretty breathtaking.
Easy, Family Friendly Trail
I was aware that it wasn’t a very long trail into the falls but it was even more straightforward than I expected. The falls are clearly visible from the parking area and a gravel path leads you all the way to them. The walk isn’t very strenuous. It’s more a gently undulating trail and is well maintained, making it very family friendly
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Chutes de Mahon
The Comeragh Mountains in Waterford provide the perfect backdrop for adventure. Whether you want something quick and easy or would like to spend the day exploring, there is something to suit everyone in this magnificent glaciated mountain range. If you don’t know where to start, you can’t go wrong with a visit to Mahon Falls.
Mahon Falls is an 80 metre waterfall, formed by the River Mahon as it cascades from the Comeragh Plateau over the sandstone cliffs and rocks below.
The scenery approaching Mahon Falls is spectacular and is similar to the rugged and wild landscape of Connemara. It’s pretty breathtaking.
Easy, Family Friendly Trail
I was aware that it wasn’t a very long trail into the falls but it was even more straightforward than I expected. The falls are clearly visible from the parking area and a gravel path leads you all the way to them. The walk isn’t very strenuous. It’s more a gently undulating trail and is well maintained, making it very family friendly
The Vee’ refers to a V-shaped turn on the road leading to a gap in the Knockmealdown mountains. The Vee itself is on the Sugar Loaf, but the pass from Tipperary to Waterford runs between Knockaunabulloga (on which you will find Bay Lough) and the Sugar Loaf.
The Vee is predominantly famous because of the breathtaking panoramic views afforded to travellers and sightseers going through the pass. The journey rises to about 2,000 feet (610m) above sea level above Bay Lough, and as it does so it gives wonderful views of a portion of the ‘Golden Vale’ between the Knockmealdown and Galtee Mountain Ranges.
On a clear day (or night) the Vee affords views along and across the valley to Clonmel, Cahir, Ardfinnan, Clogheen, Ballyporeen and even Cashel.
It is also famous as the resting place of Samuel Grubb, whose grave, known as Grubb’s Grave or Grubb’s Monument, stands looking across the Vee Valley, since his death in 1921. This scenic mountain drive will take you past Bay Lough to Lismore and Cappoquin in county Waterford as well as the famous Mount Melleray Abbey, on the left before you come to Cappoquin.
If walking is your thing, then the area around the Vee, Bay Lough, Loughglenbridge, Sugar Loaf Hill, Knockshanahullion and Gortacullen Wood (just under the Vee following the Tipperary Heritage Way sign) offer a multitude of choices no matter what type of road walking or mountain climbing you fancy. If you don't fancy a very long walk, you can just park your car and walk down to the lake.
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The Vee
The Vee’ refers to a V-shaped turn on the road leading to a gap in the Knockmealdown mountains. The Vee itself is on the Sugar Loaf, but the pass from Tipperary to Waterford runs between Knockaunabulloga (on which you will find Bay Lough) and the Sugar Loaf.
The Vee is predominantly famous because of the breathtaking panoramic views afforded to travellers and sightseers going through the pass. The journey rises to about 2,000 feet (610m) above sea level above Bay Lough, and as it does so it gives wonderful views of a portion of the ‘Golden Vale’ between the Knockmealdown and Galtee Mountain Ranges.
On a clear day (or night) the Vee affords views along and across the valley to Clonmel, Cahir, Ardfinnan, Clogheen, Ballyporeen and even Cashel.
It is also famous as the resting place of Samuel Grubb, whose grave, known as Grubb’s Grave or Grubb’s Monument, stands looking across the Vee Valley, since his death in 1921. This scenic mountain drive will take you past Bay Lough to Lismore and Cappoquin in county Waterford as well as the famous Mount Melleray Abbey, on the left before you come to Cappoquin.
If walking is your thing, then the area around the Vee, Bay Lough, Loughglenbridge, Sugar Loaf Hill, Knockshanahullion and Gortacullen Wood (just under the Vee following the Tipperary Heritage Way sign) offer a multitude of choices no matter what type of road walking or mountain climbing you fancy. If you don't fancy a very long walk, you can just park your car and walk down to the lake.
Family water sports
Watersports Activity Centre @ Clonea Beach, Dungarvan
Fully supervised water sports camp on Clonea beach.
We cater for all abilities, ages 5-14.
Running July & August
Waveworld Watersports Clonea
Clonea RoadWatersports Activity Centre @ Clonea Beach, Dungarvan
Fully supervised water sports camp on Clonea beach.
We cater for all abilities, ages 5-14.
Running July & August
A wonderful day out! Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes offer group sessions, team games and river trips along the banks of the beautiful Blackwater. All groups catered for. From beginners and upwards. Ideal for river trips, camping, team holidays and familes.
087 0989813
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Blackwater kayaks & canoes
A wonderful day out! Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes offer group sessions, team games and river trips along the banks of the beautiful Blackwater. All groups catered for. From beginners and upwards. Ideal for river trips, camping, team holidays and familes.
087 0989813
Blackwater Boating - an exciting discovery centre based on the expansive River Blackwater at Cappoquin, Co Waterford. Using their 35 years of experience, you can discover the secrets of the banks of the river from the safety of our ICU approved canoes and kayaks. Whether you want to canoe upriver and camp, or explore the magnificent stately homes on the shores, we have just the right package for you. Telephone 058 54382 or 087 6832872
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Cappoquin
Blackwater Boating - an exciting discovery centre based on the expansive River Blackwater at Cappoquin, Co Waterford. Using their 35 years of experience, you can discover the secrets of the banks of the river from the safety of our ICU approved canoes and kayaks. Whether you want to canoe upriver and camp, or explore the magnificent stately homes on the shores, we have just the right package for you. Telephone 058 54382 or 087 6832872
Neighbourhoods
Tooraneena or Touraneena (Irish: Tuar an Fhíona)[1] is a village in west County Waterford, Ireland. It lies in the Sliabh gCua district between the Comeraghs and Knockmealdown Mountains. It may be accessed from the main R672 road between Clonmel and Dungarvan. It is about 10 miles from Dungarvan and 17 miles from Clonmel.
The village includes St Mary's National School (primary school), a playing field, community hall, a Catholic church, a public houses (bar), a community park, a post office. The nearest town is Dungarvan.
Tooraneena
Tooraneena or Touraneena (Irish: Tuar an Fhíona)[1] is a village in west County Waterford, Ireland. It lies in the Sliabh gCua district between the Comeraghs and Knockmealdown Mountains. It may be accessed from the main R672 road between Clonmel and Dungarvan. It is about 10 miles from Dungarvan and 17 miles from Clonmel.
The village includes St Mary's National School (primary school), a playing field, community hall, a Catholic church, a public houses (bar), a community park, a post office. The nearest town is Dungarvan.
10 miles from Touraneena is the thriving town of Dungarvan. Dungarvan is a harbour town located at the heart of County Waterford, Ireland. It is an ideal base for any tourist wishing to tour or holiday in Ireland’s ‘Sunny South East’. There are lots of activities, places to see and things to do. So whether you want an energetic walk in the Comeragh Mountains, a bike ride along the Waterford Greenway or maybe just a relaxing coffee overlooking the harbour, then Dungarvan awaits you.
Take a stroll along the harbour or drop in to one of the many amazing restaurants, visit Dungarvan Castle (free of charge) . Dungarvan has a wide range of well known supermarkets and stylish boutiques. It has something for everyone.
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Dungarvan
10 miles from Touraneena is the thriving town of Dungarvan. Dungarvan is a harbour town located at the heart of County Waterford, Ireland. It is an ideal base for any tourist wishing to tour or holiday in Ireland’s ‘Sunny South East’. There are lots of activities, places to see and things to do. So whether you want an energetic walk in the Comeragh Mountains, a bike ride along the Waterford Greenway or maybe just a relaxing coffee overlooking the harbour, then Dungarvan awaits you.
Take a stroll along the harbour or drop in to one of the many amazing restaurants, visit Dungarvan Castle (free of charge) . Dungarvan has a wide range of well known supermarkets and stylish boutiques. It has something for everyone.
33 Miles from Touraneena - The name 'Waterford' comes from Old Norse Veðrafjǫrðr, meaning 'ram (wether) fjord'. The Irish name is Port Láirge, meaning "Lárag's port".[6]
Viking raiders first established a settlement near Waterford in 853. It and all the other longphorts were vacated in 902, the Vikings having been driven out by the native Irish. The Vikings re-established themselves in Ireland at Waterford in 914, led at first by Ottir Iarla (Jarl Ottar) until 917, and after that by Ragnall ua Ímair and the Uí Ímair dynasty, and built what would be Ireland's first city. Among the most prominent rulers of Waterford was Ivar of Waterford.
Reginald's Tower is the oldest urban civic building in Ireland, and the oldest monument to retain its Viking name. To this day, it remains Waterford's most recognisable landmark. It is believed to be the first building in Ireland to use mortar.
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Waterford City
33 Miles from Touraneena - The name 'Waterford' comes from Old Norse Veðrafjǫrðr, meaning 'ram (wether) fjord'. The Irish name is Port Láirge, meaning "Lárag's port".[6]
Viking raiders first established a settlement near Waterford in 853. It and all the other longphorts were vacated in 902, the Vikings having been driven out by the native Irish. The Vikings re-established themselves in Ireland at Waterford in 914, led at first by Ottir Iarla (Jarl Ottar) until 917, and after that by Ragnall ua Ímair and the Uí Ímair dynasty, and built what would be Ireland's first city. Among the most prominent rulers of Waterford was Ivar of Waterford.
Reginald's Tower is the oldest urban civic building in Ireland, and the oldest monument to retain its Viking name. To this day, it remains Waterford's most recognisable landmark. It is believed to be the first building in Ireland to use mortar.
Educational and Fun
Located in Waterford City - 33 Miles from Touraneena.
EXPERIENCE THE WORLD OF THE VIKINGS IN IRELAND’S OLDEST CITY, VADRAFJORD (WATERFORD)
Situated in an exact copy of a Viking house found in Waterford, a brief tour on the Vikings is included. King of the Vikings is a dynamic virtual reality experience. It brings you up close and personal with the Viking warlords who founded 'Veðrafjorðr' (Waterford), Ireland's oldest city. The tour is only 30 minutes long but it is simply amazing. Booking is highly recommended
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King of the Vikings
10 Bailey's New StLocated in Waterford City - 33 Miles from Touraneena.
EXPERIENCE THE WORLD OF THE VIKINGS IN IRELAND’S OLDEST CITY, VADRAFJORD (WATERFORD)
Situated in an exact copy of a Viking house found in Waterford, a brief tour on the Vikings is included. King of the Vikings is a dynamic virtual reality experience. It brings you up close and personal with the Viking warlords who founded 'Veðrafjorðr' (Waterford), Ireland's oldest city. The tour is only 30 minutes long but it is simply amazing. Booking is highly recommended
A community heritage project, the Waterford Suir Valley Railway has enabled the magic of rails golden age to be brought to life in Kilmeadan. A heritage narrow gauge railway runs along 17 kilometres of the abandoned Waterford Dungarvan line
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Parking du chemin de fer de la vallée de Suir de Waterford
A community heritage project, the Waterford Suir Valley Railway has enabled the magic of rails golden age to be brought to life in Kilmeadan. A heritage narrow gauge railway runs along 17 kilometres of the abandoned Waterford Dungarvan line
Shopping
Located 17 miles from Touraneena. Clonmel has many good shops. Clonmel's main shopping streets are Gladstone Street and O'Connell Street which are home to many national and international retailers such as Elverys Sports, Penneys, River Island, Easons and Lifestyle Sports to name a few. More local retailers can be found along the streets branching off from those streets.
The Showgrounds Shopping Centre can be found only 1 km from the town centre. This modern shopping centre built on the towns original show ground, houses retailers such as M&S, TKMaxx, Argos and Golden Discs.
The Poppyfield Retail Park is located on the outskirts of the town. It has many stores such as DID Electrical, Supervalue, Maxi Zoo, Woodie's and World of Wonder. The retail park has food vendors being KFC, Costa Coffee, the Red Herring and Esquires Coffee.
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Clonmel
Located 17 miles from Touraneena. Clonmel has many good shops. Clonmel's main shopping streets are Gladstone Street and O'Connell Street which are home to many national and international retailers such as Elverys Sports, Penneys, River Island, Easons and Lifestyle Sports to name a few. More local retailers can be found along the streets branching off from those streets.
The Showgrounds Shopping Centre can be found only 1 km from the town centre. This modern shopping centre built on the towns original show ground, houses retailers such as M&S, TKMaxx, Argos and Golden Discs.
The Poppyfield Retail Park is located on the outskirts of the town. It has many stores such as DID Electrical, Supervalue, Maxi Zoo, Woodie's and World of Wonder. The retail park has food vendors being KFC, Costa Coffee, the Red Herring and Esquires Coffee.
Foodies
Dungarvan is home to the West Waterford Festival Of Food.
Home to Copper Coast ale, Knockalara cheese, Crinnaughton apple juice and Baldwin’s ice-cream, west Waterford offers a feast for gourmet holidaymakers – whether they’re in the market for an innovative Michelin-starred meal at the Cliff House Hotel in Ardmore, or a fresh baked blaa for the road from Barron’s Bakery in Cappoquin.
Whatever your budget, Dungarvan is a good place to start your foodie tour. Our home for our first night was The Tannery, where Paul and Maire Flynn run a stylish guesthouse and cookery school alongside the restaurant they first opened in 1997.
Dungarvan born and bred, Paul Flynn has just finished filming his first TV series with RTÉ Cork – Paul Flynn’s Irish Food Adventure– which is due to be shown in June. For him, the variety of eating experiences on offer in this part of the country is one of its main attractions.
“The nice thing about this area is that there’s quality at pretty much every level – you don’t need a ton of money to find something interesting and tasty, and there is so much going on. We have an extremely talented chef in Martijn Kajuiter at the Cliff House – his food is so cerebral and technical, it’s a million miles from anything I’d do, but it’s fantastic,” he says.
The area also plays host to the annual Waterford Festival of Food in Dungarvan. Whatever your taste, Dungarvan has a restaurant to suit both you taste buds and your pocket!
West Waterford Festival of Food
Dungarvan is home to the West Waterford Festival Of Food.
Home to Copper Coast ale, Knockalara cheese, Crinnaughton apple juice and Baldwin’s ice-cream, west Waterford offers a feast for gourmet holidaymakers – whether they’re in the market for an innovative Michelin-starred meal at the Cliff House Hotel in Ardmore, or a fresh baked blaa for the road from Barron’s Bakery in Cappoquin.
Whatever your budget, Dungarvan is a good place to start your foodie tour. Our home for our first night was The Tannery, where Paul and Maire Flynn run a stylish guesthouse and cookery school alongside the restaurant they first opened in 1997.
Dungarvan born and bred, Paul Flynn has just finished filming his first TV series with RTÉ Cork – Paul Flynn’s Irish Food Adventure– which is due to be shown in June. For him, the variety of eating experiences on offer in this part of the country is one of its main attractions.
“The nice thing about this area is that there’s quality at pretty much every level – you don’t need a ton of money to find something interesting and tasty, and there is so much going on. We have an extremely talented chef in Martijn Kajuiter at the Cliff House – his food is so cerebral and technical, it’s a million miles from anything I’d do, but it’s fantastic,” he says.
The area also plays host to the annual Waterford Festival of Food in Dungarvan. Whatever your taste, Dungarvan has a restaurant to suit both you taste buds and your pocket!
Fishing
Located in Lismore, Blackwater Fishery consists of four beautiful beats {sections of river}, which can cater for up to 11 rods{anglers} per day.
Three of these beats are located on the lower river below Fermoy and one is located on the middle river above Fermoy.
We believe that the location of our beats affords our clients the best possible opportunity of sport throughout the fishing season and in both high and low water conditions.
All of our beats contain the fantastic streamy glides and runs for which the River Blackwater is renowned, this coupled with the stunning scenery of the valley makes for a fishing trip to be remembered long after the rods has been put away.
West Street,
Lismore,
Co Waterford,
Ireland
e: info@blackwatersalmonfishery.com
m: +353 (0) 872351260
w: +353 (0) 5853929
Blackwater Trout and Salmon Fishery
Station RoadLocated in Lismore, Blackwater Fishery consists of four beautiful beats {sections of river}, which can cater for up to 11 rods{anglers} per day.
Three of these beats are located on the lower river below Fermoy and one is located on the middle river above Fermoy.
We believe that the location of our beats affords our clients the best possible opportunity of sport throughout the fishing season and in both high and low water conditions.
All of our beats contain the fantastic streamy glides and runs for which the River Blackwater is renowned, this coupled with the stunning scenery of the valley makes for a fishing trip to be remembered long after the rods has been put away.
West Street,
Lismore,
Co Waterford,
Ireland
e: info@blackwatersalmonfishery.com
m: +353 (0) 872351260
w: +353 (0) 5853929