Good food within walking distance, quiet evenings by Lough Derg, and easy day trips nearby – here’s how a weekend at Old Court Holiday Cottages in Terryglass played out.
The May Bank Holiday has a habit of sneaking up on people. If you’re thinking of getting away, here are a few events across Ireland worth planning around, from festivals in Dingle and Bray to walks and theatre in Connemara and Dublin.
See Dingle from a different angle with Dingle Dolphin Boat Tours. Cruise through Dingle Bay, spot local wildlife and take in the peninsula’s coastline from the water, with 10% off tours for Trident Holiday Homes guests.
This winter, Waterford’s cobbled streets will sparkle once more as Winterval 2025 fills the city with lights, music, markets, and family fun. Meet Santa, explore the festive fairground, and discover magical moments across Ireland’s oldest city. Stay nearby in Dunmore East, Passage East, Woodstown, or Ardmore with Trident Holiday Homes – the perfect base for your festive getaway.
With support from Trident Holiday Homes, Inbhear Dee Athletics Club in Wicklow brought their “Field of Dreams” to life. This new training ground is more than a track – it’s a community-powered project showing what’s possible when determination, teamwork, and sponsorship come together.
Ireland invented Halloween; Wednesday perfected it. Follow her deadpan trail through 2025’s best fright nights – Bram Stoker Festival, The Nightmare Realm, Dragon of Shandon, Spike Island After Dark and more – with tips on castles, prisons and pumpkin patches from Dublin to Kerry. Planning a getaway? Trident Holiday Homes has stays close to Ireland’s spookiest festivals and haunted sites.
Looking for fun rainy day activities in Waterford? Just a short drive from many Trident Holiday Homes, All Weather Golf in Dungarvan offers indoor golf, family games, and PGA coaching – with an exclusive 10% discount for our guests.
Thinking of a family holiday in Dingle? Our 4-day guide is packed with adventure, local flavours, and family-friendly fun. From alpaca farms and pier jumping to mountain lakes and seaside dining, discover how to make the most of your stay in this stunning part of Ireland.
Planning a late summer break in Ireland? From the Rose of Tralee and Puck Fair to Electric Picnic and the Galway Oyster Festival, discover the best events happening across Ireland in August and September 2025.
Discover the growing joy of sea swimming in Ireland! This ultimate guide offers essential safety tips, introduces you to vibrant swim communities, and celebrates the invigorating experience of coastal dips. Plus, enter our special giveaway to win exclusive Caroline Galligan art prints!
