Roundwood House is located just over an hour away from Dublin, the Republic of Ireland’s vibrant capital city.
For visitors seeking a longer day trip, Dublin is the ideal location, packed as it is with fascinating history, incredible culture and amazing food and drink.
Whilst there are a large number of things to do in Dublin, here are five ideas that are perhaps a little different to the norm.
- The Jameson Distillery Tour
Okay, so drinking whiskey may not be all that unusual an activity when you are in Ireland, but Dublin can take the experience one stage further.
The Jameson Distillery Tour takes visitors on a range of fascinating tours with activities available to book such as cocktail making, whiskey tasting and the chance to blend your own whiskey.
Rounded off with a cheeky glass or two of Jameson at the centrepiece bar, of course.
- The Book of Kells
Trinity College in Dublin houses the world-famous Book of Kells in its Old Library.
The book is a handwritten, 9th-century illuminated manuscript of the four Gospels of the New Testament written in Latin and illustrated with ornate, hand-crafted illustrations.
The Book of Kells is more than 1,200 years old, which is an astonishing feat of preservation and protection of one of the world’s most fascinating books.
On display alongside the Book of Kells are other fascinating artefacts, including Ireland’s oldest surviving harp, the Brian Boru Harp.
- Dublin Bay
You may not have come to Dublin specifically for the coastal views, a cruise or walk around Dublin Bay is the ideal activity for romantic couples and marine enthusiasts to enjoy.
Sandy beaches and hidden caves add to the appeal of some of Ireland’s most beautiful lengths of its stunning eastern coastline.
Cliff walks offer incredible views, while a plethora of cafes and restaurants await after you have built up an appetite by taking in the sea air.
- St Patrick’s Cathedral
How often do you get the opportunity to explore a building that was founded more than eight centuries ago?
St Patrick’s Cathedral is steeped in history, offering a haven of tranquillity in the bustling centre of Dublin.
Music lovers are in for a treat too, with regular choral concerts, organ recitals and services sung by the cathedral choir, including sung matins and choral evensong.
Beautiful music that cannot fail to stir the spirits and soothe the soul.
- Take a dive at the Forty Foot
Not for the faint-hearted, this promontory at the tip of Dublin Bay is famed for being great to dive off of, straight into the Irish Sea.
Once the exclusive preserve of male swimmers, women successfully protested in the 1970s and gained the right to join their male counterparts in diving into the cold water below.
Dare you take the plunge this autumn?
Don’t forget to bring your bathing costume when you pack for your trip to Roundwood House this September or October, just in case you fancy a dip.
It is especially popular on Christmas Day!
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