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Closure of Hungry Hiker Cafe

The Hungry Hiker will be closed from Tuesday 6th February to Monday 12th February due to annual maintenance. It will reopen on Tuesday 13th February.

Storm Isha update – National Parks and Nature Reserves

NPWS staff are patrolling and monitoring activity in in National Parks and Nature Reserves around the country in the wake of Storm Isha. There are reports of some National Parks and Nature Reserves affected by power outages, fallen trees and debris. Trails may be closed as staff clear affected areas. Members of the public are

Visitor Notice

The Visitor Centre has changed its opening hours for the Winter months. The Visitor Centre will now be open from 9am – 4.30pm daily.

Visitor Notice

During the coming weeks due to essential maintenance on our trails, Connemara National Park will occasionally be closed to the public. At present, we do not as yet know when these closures will occur. Please check our social media posts before travelling to visit us between now and December 22nd.

Events in the Park

November 2023 Guided Walks will take place on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November. Departing from the Visitor Centre at 12noon each day. Good walking shoes and appropriate clothing should be worn. These walks are not suitable for buggies or wheelchair users. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Christmas Craft Fair

November 26th 2023, 12 noon – 4pm

Focus On Badgers

15 Minute Talk

Establishment of new National Park

Ministers O’Brien & Noonan confirm agreement to purchase Dowth Hall demesne, Co Meath and establishment of a new National Park Noting it as a once-in-a-generation opportunity, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O Brien, TD, today confirmed the State’s purchase of the World Heritage lands of Dowth Hall and demesne, including Netterville, in

Summer 2023 Evening Lectures

Join us on Wednesday, 30th August at 7pm for our last Evening Lecture of the Summer.

Rambling Ravens Children’s Activities