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From the clash of the hurling to the kick of the football, Ireland is passionate about its homegrown sports

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Boston Bruins vs Belfast Giants Selects

02 Oct 2010 - 02 Oct 2010

The legendary Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League (NHL) are coming to Europe, for the first time in history, in 2010.

Wig Walk 2010

02 Oct 2010 - 02 Oct 2010

A huge challenge for many cancer patients is the loss of hair. An important aim of the ‘Wig Walk’ is therefore to show solidarity...

Limerick Women's Mini Marathon

03 Oct 2010 - 03 Oct 2010

The Limerick Leader Limerick Women's Mini Marathon in association with Limerick’s Live 95FM takes place on Sunday October 4th at...

Carlow Autumn Walking Festival

08 Oct 2010 - 10 Oct 2010

If you're a serious rambler or just like to stretch your legs and enjoy the view, Carlow is a brilliant destination to explore on...

South Kerry Geofest

23 Oct 2010 - 24 Oct 2010

A celebration of our historical heritage and natural amenities including guided walks and educational tours, with all age groups...

Lifestyle Sports Adidas Dublin Marathon

25 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

This is the 31st year of the Lifestyle Sports 'adidas' Dublin Marathon, which is run through the historic Georgian streets of...

Ballyhoura Spook and Screamer

30 Oct 2010 - 30 Oct 2010

A huge success in 2009, the Ballyhoura Spook and Ballyhoura Screamer return for even more eerie goings on in 2010. The Ballyhoura...

Christmas Race Meeting

17 Dec 2010 - 17 Dec 2010

Enjoy the Christmas Race Meeting at one of Ireland's premier race courses.

Leopardstown Christmas Festival

26 Dec 2010 - 29 Dec 2010

The Leopardstown Christmas Festival injects a new lease of life into the party season and draws in friends from Dublin and its...

UEFA Europa League Final 2011

18 May 2011 - 18 May 2011

Dublin will host a major European club final for the first time on Wednesday 18 May 2011 after the Aviva Stadium was selected as...

Flora's Women's Mini Marathon

06 Jun 2011 - 06 Jun 2011

The Flora Women's Mini Marathon is the biggest all women's event of its kind in the world. It has grown steadily in numbers since...

Castlebar International Four Days' Walking Festival

30 Jun 2011 - 03 Jul 2011

Walk with the world in Castlebar during the summer of 2011 - our 44th anniversary! These walks are all about having fun and...

Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta 2011

07 Jul 2011 - 10 Jul 2011

The officers of the 4 combined clubs of Dun Laoghaire are delighted to announce that the Dun Laoghaire Regatta will have a new...

Liffey Swim 2011

03 Sep 2011 - 03 Sep 2011

Once again swimmers are challenged with the competition and excitement of swimming throughout the heart of one of Europe's...

Leopardstown Irish Champion Stakes

04 Sep 2011 - 04 Sep 2011

The Irish Champion Steak is one of the highlights of the European Racing Calender won in recent years by champions such as Dylan...

The 2011 Solheim Cup 23-25 September

23 Sep 2011 - 25 Sep 2011

Ireland, will welcome the Solheim Cup to Killeen Castle, in County Meath, from the 23rd to the 25th of September, 2011. This...

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Rugby

To experience an international rugby match in Ireland is to understand what a party atmosphere is all about

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Hurling

Extolled by Irish folklore, the modern game of hurling brings the term passion to a whole new level

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Gaelic Football

An exhilarating mix between soccer and rugby, Gaelic Football’s loyal fans never fail to create the perfect atmosphere

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Camogie

When it comes to camogie, it’s ladies who compete on pitch with the same passion and commitment as their male counterparts

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River Laune (Game)
River Laune (Game)

Killorglin is a prominent town west of Killarney on the N.70 Ring of...

Clandeboye Golf Club
Clandeboye Golf Club

Clandeboye is a 36 hole inland complex of championship calibre in a...

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Lough Erne Resort - The Golfers Retreat

Lough Erne Resort - The Golfers Retreat

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Did you know?

Dubliner Dan Donnelly became the first recognized world boxing champion when he beat Englishman George Cooper in an epic bare knuckle bout fought at the Curragh in 1815. An obelisk at Donnelly's Hollow marks the spot. What purports to be the boxer's right arm is on display at the Hideout bar in Kilcullen.