Looking for more entertainment for your kids for August? Check out our upcoming events: TUESDAY 1st & 8th @ 11am: WEEKLY WILDLINGS - young ecologist activities aimed at 7-12 year olds. THURSDAY 3rd & 10th @ 11am: NATURE ARTS & CRAFTS for 7-12 year olds. SATURDAY 5th @ 3pm: PUPPET SHOW - Your Man's Puppets performing some fabulous tales in our theatre in the Visitor Centre! Suitable for all the family. Max 5 tickets per booking. SUNDAY 6th @ 11am:...
Look who's back! We're pleased to announce that Your Man's Puppets will be performing his puppetry magic in Coole Park Visitor Centre on Saturday 5th August at 3pm. Tommy has been creating and bringing his remarkable puppets to life for many years, performing to audiences across the world. Come and enjoy an afternoon of his unique and entertaining style of storytelling. This event is FREE, but booking is essential. Please contact 091 631 804 or email coolepark.npws.gov.ie to reserve your...
Would you like to know more about the Gregorys of Coole and the workings of the estate during their ownership? Why not join one of our guided walks with a NPWS guide! Who knows, you might learn a bit of 19th Century gossip! Booking is essential as places are limited. Please email coolepark@npws.gov.ie or call 091 631 804.
The summer holidays are here! If you are looking for activities for children take a look at our schedule for July. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult. Also booking is essential as places are limited - please email coolepark@npws.gov.ie to book. TUESDAYS @11am - 12.30pm: WEEKLY WILDLINGS - a different topic each week with activities focusing on various aspects of our nature reserve, from Terrific Trees to Mini-beasts. Suitable for ages 8-12. WEDNESDAY 5th &...
Please note the Visitor Centre will be closed on the following dates to complete our Spring Clean: Mon 27th Feb - Weds 1st March. We will be open again as normal, all dusted and polished, from Thurs 2nd.
The Visitor Centre will be closed from Tuesday 21st - Friday 24th February inclusive to facilitate annual cleaning. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Coole Park Tea Rooms will be re-opening on Thursday 16th February. Opening hours will be Thursdays to Sundays 10am - 4pm
HAPPY IMBOLG & ST. BRIGID'S DAY. Put some Spring in your Step this coming Bank Holiday Monday and join us on a guided walk to celebrate the bounty of nature in Coole Park Nature Reserve. No booking required. Meet at the Visitor Centre at 2pm and bring binoculars if you have them. Children welcome.
