Athy is a picturesque heritage and market town situated at the confluence of the Barrow river and the Grand Canal. The main town in south Kildare, Athy is a place where peaceful waters, romantic stone bridges and the 15th Century White's Castle create a historic and relaxing atmosphere. The river and the canal are great locations for coarse fishing, while canoeing and pleasure cruises are also popular. The Barrow Navigation - a stretch of river running between Athy and St Mullins - can be travelled for more than 40 miles. For golfers, there are two courses in and around the town, and the beautiful Kilkea Castle Golf Club is only a few miles away. And the great racecourses of County Kildare, at Naas, Punchestown and The Curragh, are all within half an hour's drive. The history of Athy is explained at the Heritage Centre, housed in the imposing Palladian town hall, which was built in 1840. The Centre also contains an exhibition about the explorer Ernest Shackleton, who was born in nearby Kilkea. White's Castle, a wonderful landmark, is now privately occupied. It stands beside the 18th Century Crom-a-boo Bridge, imaginatively named after the war cry of the Geraldine family.
Places to Stay near Athy
Blackthorn Farm (98.15 miles)
Blackthorn farm is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, and most rooms have fantastic views. We are minutes from the ferry terminal in Holyhead for sailings to Ireland. Each room is individually styled ... More | visit website
Boathouse Hotel (98.98 miles)
Just 4 minutes from Holyhead's ferry port and with fabulous views overlooking the marina, the Boathouse Hotel offers en suite accommodation, fresh food, a bar and free parking. On the edge of Breakwater Park, the Boathouse ... More | visit website
Haulfryn House (99.18 miles)
A lovely stone Grade II listed house of great charm, set in three acres of exotic sub tropical Italianate gardens with terraces of mimosa, eucalyptus and palm trees leading down to the sea. Wonderful in ... More | visit website
Holyhead Lodge (99.30 miles)
Witchingham B&B (99.37 miles)
Travelodge Holyhead (99.44 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Wavecrest (99.48 miles)
Ideally located 100 yards from the beach yet just only 3 minutes from the ferry/rail terminal and 2 minutes walk into the town centre for pubs and eating places. All rooms at Wavecrest are furnished to ... More | visit website
Trearddur Bay Hotel (99.56 miles)
The Beach Motel (99.96 miles)
Woodlands Hall Hotel (101.04 miles)
The Woodlands Hall Hotel, situated on the idyllic ... More | visit website
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