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Renars Marcuks
2 days ago
Best park I went to In Ireland, worth the drive
Clean, Friendly staff
You can rent a bike for 12/hr
Many paths to walk and cycle and plenty of picnic locations
You can see lakes and the nice paths all well kept
Free parking and entry
Tim Knippels
2 weeks ago
Prachtig park en mooie historie over de turf velden
CK 1 (ck1)
2 weeks ago
Wonderful place! So lovely to cycle without worrying about traffic. Absolute gem of a man at the cycle hire. Could not recommend highly enough.
Sandra Sadauskaite
3 weeks ago
Great place, definitely be back, lovely sculptures, nice scenery walks.
Julie C
3 weeks ago
What an amazing place, a large car park with space for motorhomes. Wheelchair accessible picnic benches. Several wonderful walking/cycling trails (bikes available to hire by the hour). I did the 5km sculpture walk. Great for nature lovers, butterflies & dragonflies abound. Really nice cafe beside a small lake. Lovely gift shop. Could do with a little more signage & maybe a leaflet specifically for the sculpture walk with info on each piece. I’d definitely visit again.
Tomasz Sieradzan
1 month ago
Great place to relax super bike and walking routes
Aidan Conway
1 month ago
Great place for families. I walked but regretted not going on bicycle, which seems the best way to explore the extensive area. A very peaceful place, close to nature. Very impressive fairy forest
Donelan Language Tuition
1 month ago
Lough Boora Discovery Park is an absolute hidden gem and one of the best outdoor destinations in Ireland. The walking and cycling trails are beautifully maintained, with stunning scenery, peaceful lakes, and plenty of wildlife to enjoy. The unique sculptures dotted throughout the park add a special touch, making every visit interesting and memorable.
It’s perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to escape into nature. The fairy trail is a big hit with children, and the café is a lovely place to relax after exploring. There’s plenty of space, free parking, and something new to discover every time you visit.
Whether you’re looking for a leisurely walk, a bike ride, or simply a peaceful day outdoors, Lough Boora Discovery Park is well worth a visit. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back!
Michelle Kelly (Shelly)
1 month ago
Beautiful walk and really enjoyed the area
Killian Ryan
2 months ago
Lovely walks around the park. Some works going on and areas closed off. Could do with better signage. Cafe is nice to visit. Not a big menu, nice staff and location on the lake.
Fairy Walk is great for kids.
Few toilet facilities dotted around.
Ken Jordan
2 months ago
Lovely walks, lady in the reception was very helpful...
Paul Cullen
2 months ago
Very well laid out walking and cycling tracks . Nice coffee spot also with outdoor seating
Paul The Family Guy
2 months ago
We visited Lough Boora with our two children and had a fantastic day out. There is so much for kids to enjoy, from the little train to the enchanting mossy woodland that feels like something out of a fairy tale. Our children loved exploring and running around the forest trails.
The park is very accessible and well maintained, making it easy for families to get around. Bicycle hire is available, including wagons for younger children, which is a great option for exploring more of the park.
We finished our visit at the café, where we enjoyed refreshments on the lovely terrace overlooking a peaceful lake. It was the perfect way to end a wonderful family day out. We’ll definitely be back!
Groovy Grub
3 months ago
Beautiful , lots to do and see .👏😎
Ronan Skehill
3 months ago
Got a bite to eat here before cycling. We enjoyed the food. Coffee was good. Cycled through Lough Boora to get on to the Greenway.
CD
3 months ago
Lovely cafe and bikes for rent. Great trails good for buggy’s and all kids
Musab Alfraij
3 months ago
مسجد جميل واهله طيبون وامام المسجد متواضع ماشاءالله تبارك الرحمن تحبه اذا رايته موقف السيارات خلف المسجد باب المسجد عالشارع الرئيسي
Taz Manian
3 months ago
I parked my camper on the road and took a stroll around here , loved the location, really connects with nature and also inspires the senses with the artwork
Denis O'Donoghue
3 months ago
Lovely day. Spoilt only by the part closure of our favourite walk. Necessary of course and should look great when completed.
Ido Gazit
4 months ago
Cue park with birds and some stuff to see and walkable trails
An Cart
4 months ago
Great day out. Lovely cafe, which also has a sheltered outdoor seating area overlooking the water.
We had a lovely walk - most paths were accessible.
The bike-hire person was lovely and helpful - we didn't hire bikes this time but think we will next time. (We also saw the accessibility bikes which seem like a great idea - you can phone or email Lough Boora park for info on those).
Brendan
4 months ago
lovely spot nice walks and fresh air. Can also hire bikes
Ryan Mcloughlin
4 months ago
Fab place to go to on a nice day for a lovely walk/cycle/run. Each time I visit there's always something different being build. Plenty to explore and plenty more coming soon I believe such as a sauna hot tub. And I saw train tracks so I presume a train journey around is on the cards soon.
Lynette Costello
4 months ago
Beautiful place for a walk .. plenty of choice depending on what you want ... parking and coffee shop ..
Keith Manson
5 months ago
Great place for a leisurely walk.
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The European pine marten (Martes martes), locally known in Irish as the cat crainn or "tree cat", is a native, cat-sized mammal of the weasel family. Once pushed to near-extinction in Ireland, they have made a remarkable recovery and now inhabit woodlands in every county across the island.Appearance and HabitsSize & Shape: About the size of a domestic cat, featuring a slender body, long bushy tail, and prominent rounded ears.Distinctive Markings: Dark chestnut-brown fur with a prominent, creamy-yellow bib on the throat and chest.Diet: Omnivorous, feeding on small rodents, birds, insects, amphibians, and an array of wild fruits and berries.Habitat: Primarily woodland and forestry plantations, though they occasionally use attic spaces in rural buildings as safe denning sites when natural tree cavities are scarce.Conservation and Ecological RoleEcosystem Impact: The recovery of pine marten populations has naturally suppressed invasive non-native grey squirrel numbers, which in turn has allowed native red squirrel populations to bounce back in several regions.Legal Status: Protected under the Irish Wildlife Acts in the Republic of Ireland and equivalent legislation in Northern Ireland, it is illegal to capture, kill, or intentionally disturb pine martens or damage their dens.Current Status: Monitored actively via ongoing programs like collaborative all-Ireland mammal and squirrel surveys managed by conservation groups such as the Vincent Wildlife Trust.
Thanks to Eoghan for the footage.
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System No. 30
By Julian Wild
A serpentine of metal, inspired by the industrial heritage of the parklands, skimming along the canal’s surface.
Concept Description
The concept is that of a disk that appears to bounce over the surface of the canal, like a skimming stone. This is an imaginative and playful piece which looks like a serpentine form swimming across the surface of the canal.
Materials Description
Over the space of two years Julian Wild has gleaned pieces of metal scrap from the BnM workshops in Lough Boora. He sees the process as a kind of archaeology in which each old cog and piece of metal tells part of the story of the sites’ rich industrial heritage.
Welding these scrap pieces of peat wagons and cutting machinery together, the artist has constructed an 18m long sculpture in a canal at the parklands.
Sculptor’s Bio
This sculpture is part of a series of works by Julian Wild called “Systems”, which are subsequently numbered, this being number 30 in the series. Julian began his “System” series in 2003, which has involved working with self contained sculptures, installations, drawings and public art projects.
Development and installations of this piece of work took place over a three week period from 31 August to 18 September 2009 and involved the collaboration and support of a number of groups: BnM , Sculpture in the Parklands, Offaly County Council , Lough Boora Parklands Group, Coillte - Irish Forestry Board and the Arts Council
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The 2026 Tullamore Show and National Livestock Show are taking place today in Offaly. 🐄 🚜 🍻
All services as normal at Lough Boora Discovery Park . 🎣 🎨 🖼 🚶♂️ 🚶♀️
Ballycommon Bake House are at the Tullamore Show and Lough Boora today. 🎂 🥮 🍥 🥞 🧁
Mid Ireland Adventure Tours have the bikes cleaned and polished and ready for adventure. 🚲 🚲 🚴♀️ 🚲
The Sauna at Lough Boora is available today if you’re looking to let off a little steam. 🛀 🛁
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A welcome drop of rain overnight at Lough Boora .
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The birds must love visiting Lough Boora.
What a view from above.
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