Going to Ireland: Don't Miss a Visit to the Shannon Heritage Area!

Shannon Heritage operate a number of day visitor experiences and evening entertainment programmes in the Shannon region of Ireland.
Theirr best known visitor attraction is Bunratty Castle and Folk Park - Visit site here
 
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
Here visitors can visit the 15th century Bunratty Castle, Ireland most authentic and complete castle, visitors also have the opportunity  to explore our 26 acres of parkland which showcases life in Irleand in the early 1900’s in a living museum experience.

Visit the thatched farmhouses and see the ladies baking bread over an open fire and churning butter; wander along the charming old-fashioned village street meeting colourful characters such as the village musician, schoolteacher and village doctor along the way. Pop into Macs Pub, a traditional Irish bar for a pint of Guinness or take a ramble through our stunning walled gardens and animal paddocks where you will meet many breeds of native Irish animals including Irish Wolfhounds, Irish Red Deer, Pigmy Goats, sheeps, Connemara ponies and more.

This day visitor attraction is typically self guided, but private guided tours are also available – pre booking essential.

 

Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquets
In the evening time, Bunratty Castle transforms for our world renowned Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquets.

Operating for almost 60 years (60th anniversary in 2023), we invite visitors to dine at the Kings table and be entertained and enthralled by the lords and ladies of Bunratty Castle all while you dine on wholesome local food and fine wines in the unique and dramatic surrounds of this 15th fortress.

Please note we also host medieval castle banquets in our sister properties, Knappogue Castle and Dunguaire Castle

 

Céilí in the Kitchen
Indeed if it’s Irish music and dance you desire to our Céilí in the Kitchen you may wish to retire.

Showcasing the best in Irish music, song and traditional dance, join us for a toe-tapping, hand-clapping evening celebrating the very best in Irish musical and dance talent while dining on a 4 course meal and house wines.