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Welcome to Tullamore!Message from the Taoiseach, Brian Cowen T.D.

As a local public representative for Offaly I am delighted to avail of this opportunity to warmly welcome all those who are visiting us here, either for business or pleasure.

We believe we have much to offer visitors with many local sights of historical significance and first-class accommodation available. In addition, the area offers a tranquil landscape for both visitors to Ireland and those seeking a break at home with sailing, fishing, sporting and music all in abundance throughout the region. The inland corridor, which includes some of our most beautiful countryside and waterways, offers a taste of a traditional, relatively unexplored Ireland.

For those who wish to do business here, we are ideally located for conferences and seminars for those who have to travel from all four corners of the country. The business facilities available are second to none and you will find welcome and helpful assistance from all those in the hospitality sector.

You can be assured of a good time, good food and good ‘craic’ during your stay and please take the time to enjoy some of our wonderful tourist attractions we have on offer here in Tullamore and the wider Midlands.

Brian Cowen T.D.Taoiseach

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Early evidence of human habitation in Ireland leads us back over 8,000 years ago to the shores of Lough Boora, only twenty minutes from Tullamore. Tullamore today has a population of some 13,000 and is the county town of Offaly and an important centre for Midland businesses.

The town is now famous throughout the world for it’s Tullamore Dew whiskey and in former years for its association with Irish Mist liqueur. It’s history is encapsulated in a hands-on exhibition in the Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre.

Tullamore occupies a central position in County Offaly and has been the capital town since 1832. The town is dissected by the Tullamore River and the Grand Canal. To the north is the gravel ridge, the Eiscir Riada, known locally as the Arden Hills. To the south lie the Slieve Bloom mountains while to the east and west are flat boglands relieved only on the eastern side by the stump of an extinct volcano now known as Croghan Hill.

The name Tullamore is derived from the Irish ‘An Tulach Mhór’ meaning ‘the Big Hill’. The area lies in the ancient district of ‘Fear Ceall’ which has been translated as ‘men of the woods’ or ‘men of the churches’ and the region is famous for its monastic centres at Clonmacnois, Durrow, Rahan, Lynally, Clareen and Birr. The original monastery at Durrow, just outside Tullamore was founded by Saint Columba in 553.

Srah Castle, which dates back to 1588, was the first significant building in Tullamore and is located on the banks of the more recently constructed Grand Canal. The district was granted to the Moore family in the course of the Offaly plantation and they moved to Tullamore from their home at Croghan Castle in the early 1700s. Through political influence, they were able to secure a barrack to house 100 foot soldiers in 1716, which provided an impetus to business. In 1754 Charles Moore, now Lord Tullamore, gave a lease for a factory building for the linen business and by the 1780s Offaly was a leading county for the manufacture of linen

outside of Ulster.

On Charles Moore’s death in 1764 the property passed first to his sister’s husband, John Bury of Shannongrove, Limerick, who died soon after in a bathing accident at Ringsend, Dublin. The Tullamore property, together

with Limerick and Dublin estates, then passed to Moore’s nephew, Charles William Bury, an infant of six months.

The world’s first aviation disaster, The Great Balloon Fire of Tullamore, which coincided with the Charles William Bury’s coming of age celebrations in 1785, was caused by an air balloon catching fire. This led to destruction of the Patrick Street area. The first Earl of Charleville (of the 2nd creation) presided over the fortunes of Tullamore from his coming of age in 1785 to his death 50 years later. Charleville Forest Castle, designed by Francis Johnston in 1798 and constructed between 1800 and 1812, is widely recognised as the finest example of Gothic revival architecture in the country. Tullamore, through petitioning the Irish House of Commons, finally achieved designation of county town status in 1833. The County Jail (Pain Brothers) was built in Tullamore in 1826 and the County Courthouse (J.B. Keane) in 1835.

The Tullamore Town Council is located in ‘Acres Hall’ which was built by Thomas Acres in 1786.

The Grand Canal reached Tullamore in 1798 and was completed to the Shannon in 1804. The canal passenger traffic led to the building of Tullamore’s second hotel in 1801. The waterway system facilitated the transport of turf, bricks, grain for malting and limestone from the local quarries by canal boat to Dublin and further afield. The movement of goods and people improved further when the rail arrived in 1854.The Charleville influence declined after the Great Famine in the 1840’s and the earldom was extinguished with the death of the fifth earl in 1874. The Tullamore distillery business expanded in the 1870s and again after 1900 when D.E. Williams developed the Tullamore Dew brand.Most recently the town is entering into a new and exciting phase of development, being part of a linked Midland Gateway which sees the towns of Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore working collectively to create future history for their catchment population of over 340,000 people.Recent years have seen the relocation to Tullamore of various Government departments and the development of several business parks, extensive Midland Regional Hospital, Midland Court Service and expansive town park facilities including water features, children’s playground, skateboarding and bowls arena.Tullamore’s history is encapsulated in an extensive exhibition at the Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre which provides daily guided tours all year around.

Adapted by Loughnan Hooper from an Offaly Historical & Archaeological Society article by Michael Byrne.

Further in-depth details on Tullamore & Offaly history are available onlinefrom http://www.offalyhistory.com or http://www.discovertullamore.comG

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Hotel Bridge House HotelDistillery Lane - Tel: +353 57 9322000

Days HotelMain Street - Tel: +353 57 9360034

Tullamore Court HotelO’Moore Street - Tel: + 353 57 9346666

Self CateringAbbey ApartmentKilleigh - Tel: + 353 57 9344137

An Teach TuiKilleigh - Tel: + 353 57 9344361

Ballycommon HouseBallycommon, Tullamore

Tel: +353 (0) 57 93 53016Web:www.ballycommonhouse.comEmail: ballycommonhouse@eircom.net

Ballycommon house is situated in the centre of Ireland on the banks of the Grand Canal, six miles from Tullamore, Co. Offaly.

Bramble CottageTullamore - Tel: +353 57 9344123

Canty FarmhouseBlue Ball - Tel: +353 57 9354943

Coach HouseKilleigh

Tel: +353 57 9344137Email: abbey_apartments@hotmail.com

Situated in Killeigh Village - tastefully restored coach house in courtyard of 16th century Manor house. Traditional décor, oak beams, with 21st century comforts. Set in 1 acre of Mature trees and flower gardens. Central location for touring Ireland.

CaseyKilliskea - Tel: +353 57 9355962

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CastleviewLynally, Screggan - Tel: +353 57 9355854

Glebe Camping & Caravan ParkClonfanlough, Clonmacnoise - Tel: +353 90 6430277

Grennans Self CateringAharney - Tel: +353 57 9355893

Liberty CottageLynally, Screggan - Tel: +353 57 9355718

Mill House Self CateringKilleenmore - Tel: +353 57 9344334

Padraig VillaGlaskill, Screggan - Tel: +353 57 9355962

The ValeHop Hill - Tel: + 353 87 2789730

B&BAnnaharvey HouseAnnaharvey - Tel: +353 57 9343544

Barony HouseMeelaghans - Tel: +353 57 9351157

Brookside GuesthouseDaingean Road - Tel: +353 57 9351277

Clonamore HouseArden Road - Tel: +353 57 9323175

Coreen GuesthouseSpollanstown - Tel: +353 57 9323243

Dinnis CottageBachelor’s Walk - Tel: +353 57 9323528

Eskermore HouseDaingean - Tel: +353 57 9353079

Falcon LodgeRahan Road - Tel: +353 57 9351527

GormaghDurrow - Tel: +353 57 9351468

Grennans Country HouseAharney, Tullamore

Tel: + 353 57 9355893

Web: www.grennanscountryhouse.ie

Grennan’s Country House is a luxurious country retreat set in the heart of Ireland, just 5 minutes north-west of Tullamore. Here you can relax and unwind in a totally stress-free environment in the countryside, surrounded by fields, birds singing and fresh, clean air.

Hawthorn LodgeAdams Villas - Tel: +353 57 9322212

Ivy LodgeDaingean Road - Tel: +353 57 9341151

LittlewoodDurrow - Tel: +353 57 9351364

Mill House B&BKilleenmore - Tel: +353 57 9344334

Oak LodgeCharleville Road - Tel: +353 57 9351401

Rahan LodgeKillina - Tel: +353 57 9355796

Sea DewClonminch Rd, Tullamore

Tel: + 353 57 9352054Web:www.seadewguesthouse.comEmail: enquiries@seadewguesthouse.com

Sea Dew Guesthouse is situated just 5 minutes walk from Tullamore town centre. - Bord Fáilte Approved *** - 12 Beautiful appointed rooms - Private lit carpark

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Leisure & SportThe large number of amenities and recreational facilities in Tullamore offers you a wide selection of leisure activities to choose from whatever your interest. Tullamorians are sport mad and local clubs include gaelic football, hurling, soccer, athletics, rugby, tennis, squash, badmington, cycling, mountain biking, boxing, hockey, swimming, bowls, golf, pitch & putt, equestrian, canoeing, kayaking, shooting, model flying, snooker, pool, 10 pinbowling, rowing, boating, orienteering & walking.Checkout various driving, cycling and walking routes of various lengths online - http://www.discovertullamore.com

Lloyd Town ParkTullamore’s town park provides a welcoming open space for the local community and visitors alike. Boasting extensive modern facilities including children’s playground, all weather bowls lawn, skate board ramps & water features.

Health & FitnessTullamore is spoilt for choice when it comes to the ‘Great Outdoors’. Spacious amenities to enjoy a leisurely stroll or jog include the Lloyd Town Park, Grand Canal, Charleville Forest Demesne, looped Eco Walks & nature trails in the Slieve Blooms and Lough Boora. The Bridge House Hotel and Tullamore Court Hotel offer full leisure centre and pool facilities to guests and there are also a number of gyms.

Extreme EnthusiastsYou may choose to skydive from over 3,000 feet with the Irish Parachute Club based in Clonbollogue or take to the skies in a Hot Air Balloon at various locations around the midlands. Model flying also takes place in Lough Boora each Sunday afternoon.

Birdwatching in OffalyBirdwatching is sure to keep the wildlife enthusiast occupied with over one hundred and thirty species of birds to be seen in Lough Boora, Turraun and Tumduff Mór during different seasons.

Lakelands & WaterwaysThe Grand Canal from Dublin to the Shannon through the centre of Tullamore, along with the nearby lakes, rivers, the Shannon-Erne Waterway hosts many waterbased activities including canoeing, rowing, kayaking, boating, fishing, and rowing. Choose from Pallas Lake, Finnamore Lakes, Lough Ennel, Lough Owel, Lough Dochas, Lough Ree, Brosna River, Clodiagh River, Grand Canal, Silver River and the Shannon, among others.

Buckleys Cycle HireBury Quay - Tel: + 353 57 9352240

EquestrianAnnaharvey Equestrian CentreTel: +353 57 9343544Kinnitty Castle Equestrian Centre Tel: +353 57 91 37318

Glendeer Pet FarmDrum, Athlone, Westmeath - Tel: +353 906 437147

History, Archaeology & Family Research Offaly Historical & Archeaological SocietyBury Quay - Tel: +353 57 9321421

Kilbeggan RacecourseKilbeggan - Tel: 057 93 32176

Midlands Rifle RangeLeabeg, Blueball - Tel: 057 93 55979

Midland School of Falconry Kinnitty Castle, Kinnitty - Tel: 057 91 37318

Mullingar Greyhound TrackMullingar, Westmeath - Tel: +353 44 9348348

Omniplex Cinema6 screen cinema, Bridge Centre - Booking Number 0818 719 719

St Mary’s Youth CentreHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9322963

Supershot Paintball MissionStradbally, Laois - Tel: 086 3777499

Tullamore Adventure CentreHome to Cosmic Bowl 10 pin bowling and Children’s Jumpin Jacks Srah Business Park - Tel: + 353 57 9322453

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Golf

Birr Golf ClubBirr - Tel: 057 91 20082

Castlebarna GolfDaingean

Tel: 057-9353384Email: info@castlebarna.ieWeb: www.castlebarna.ie

A most enjoyable 18-hole rolling parkland course built on the banks of the Grand Canal in the heart of the midlands. With its excellent greens and lush fairways, mature trees and beautiful lakes it provides a great challenge for all levels. The 19th hole is an old world stone clubhouse with full bar and catering facilities.

Edenderry Golf ClubEdenderry - Tel: 046 9731072

Esker Hills GolfBallykilmurray - Tel: +353 57 9355999

Glasson GolfGlasson - Tel: 90 6485120

Moate Golf ClubMoate, Westmeath - Tel: +353 906 6481271

Mount Temple GolfMoate - Tel: 906481841

The HeritageKillenard, Portarlington, Tel: 8645500

Check out www.discovertullamore.com for full details and web links!

Tullamore Golf ClubBrookfield

Tel: +353-(0)57 93 21439Email: tullamoregolfclub@eircom.net

Web: www.tullamoregolfclub.ie

Set in a mature parkland, the course has many picturesque views, which are enhanced by clusters of oak, beech and chestnut trees as well as stately avenues lending to a truly scenic setting.

Indoor GolfBridge House Hotel, Bridge Street - Tel: +353 57 9322000

Pitch and Putt - 18 holeArden Road - Tel: +353 57 9323204

Conferences & MeetingsBridge House HotelBridge Street - Tel: +353 57 9322000

Clonamore HouseArden Road - Tel: +353 57 9323175

Days HotelMain Street - Tel: +353 57 936 0034

Kinnitty Castle HotelKinnitty - Tel: +353 57 9137318

Tullamore Court HotelO’Moore Street - Tel: +353 57 9346666

Tullamore Dew Heritage CentreBury Quay - Tel: +353 57 9325015

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Monastic OffalyOffaly for long known as the “Faithful County” may soon be re-christened the “Monastic County”.

Offaly’s early Christian monastic heritage is being rediscovered and presented to locals and visitors in a fresh way. Our government has purchased Durrow Abbey, less than three miles from Tullamore, the site of Columcille’s 6th century monastery and 10th century Durrow High Cross. Durrow is most famously associated

with the Book of Durrow, an illustrated 7th century gospels manuscript which can be viewed in Trinity College, Dublin.Also close to Tullamore are monasteries at Killeigh (5th century), Rahan (6th century) and Lynally (6th century). Boher church, associated with Lemanaghan (7th century), contains the finest item on public display outside the National Museum. St. Manchin’s Shrine, a magnificent 12th century reliquary with bronze ornamentation has been in the area for over 700 years. It also contains beautiful stained glass windows by Harry Clarke.Clonmacnoise (6th century) with it’s Heritage Centre on the banks of the river Shannon is the jewel in the crown with three High Crosses, decorated Grave Slabs (600+), round tower, churches and Pilgrim’s Way. For anyone, with even a passing interest in history, this is a number one site to visit. Because of Offaly’s monastic treasures - archaeological, architectural, artistic and spiritual, it is probably unfair to mention one place above the other. However, for those people who like to take a map, plan their own trip, get lost and meet the natives – here

is a additional list of sites of monastic interest (with century founding date).

Birr (6th), Kinnitty (6th), Letter (Cadamstown) (6th), Drumcullen (6th), Seir Kieran (5th), Tihilly (7th), Gallen(Ferbane) (5th), Clonsast (7th), Croghan Hill (5th), Wheery (5th), Tisaran (7th), Banagher (6th ),

Clonfert (6th), Kilcomin (7th).

“The Monastic Way” - Touring route from Dublin to Galway passing through Offaly and the midlands. To view map and details of sites, log onto www.monasticway.com

Castles

Athlone CastleAthloneTel: +353 90644 2100

Ballybrittan CastleEdenderryTel: 087 2469802

Birr Castle, Gardens & TelescopeBirr - Tel: +353 57 9120336

Charleville CastleBirr Road - Tel: +353 57 9321279Designed by Francis Johnston in 1798 and completed by 1812, Charleville is considered to be one of the finest gothic revival houses in Ireland. Visitors welcome. Afternoon tours during the summer season.

Kinnitty CastleKinnitty - Tel: +353 57 9137318 Converted into a luxury castle hotel, is open all year round and serves lunches and dinners with unmissable traditional Irish music sessions every weekend.

Leap CastleClareen - Tel: +353 57 9131115Reputed to be the most haunted castle in Europe.

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Rock of DunamaiseStradbally Road, near Portaloise

Round House Bolands LockGrand Canal, Ballycommon

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An Dun Transport MuseumDoon - Tel: +353 90 6430106

Ballindoolin House & GardensBallindoolin - Tel: +353 46 9731430

Belvedere House & GardensMullingar Road - Tel: +353 44 9349060

Birr Theatre & Art CentreOxmantown Hall, BirrBox Office: 057 9122911

Bog Train TourClonmacnoise & West Offaly RailwayBlackwater Works, ShannonbridgeTel: 353 909 674 450

Clara BogClara - Tel: +353 905 74114

Emo Court & GardensEmo, Laois - +353 57 8626573

Heywood GardensBallinakill, Laois - Tel: +353 57 8733563

Larrys Old Time VillageBelmont - Tel: +353 90 6457232

Lockes DistilleryKilbeggan, County Westmeath - Tel: 353 57 9332134

Lough Boora Sculpture & Wildlife ParkBoora, Blueball

McRegol GospelsBirr Town Library, Wilmer Road - Tel: 057 9124950

Clonmacnoise - Shannon

Town Hall

Lough Boora Wildlife

Bolands Lock Bogs of Off aly

Falconry at Kinnitty

Canal & Rahan Monastic

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Slieve Bloom Environment ParkSlieve Bloom Mountains

The south midlands of Ireland is visually dominated by the Slieve Bloom mountains, resting place of it’s namesake the great warrior Bladhma and birthplace of the legendary Finn McCool. Covering an area over 150,000 hectares and set in the ancient kingdom of the O’Carroll Clan, these beautiful rolling hills offer a peaceful retreat from the bustling modern world. The highest point, Ard Éirinn or “height of Ireland”, is just over 529 metres high and the short

hike from Fanning’s Pass is worth the trek for extensive panoramic views across the Midlands. Curvaceous valleys, blanket bog, lush green forest, waterfalls and clear babbling streams make up various looped trails to suit all levels of fitness, whether walking, biking or on horseback. This un-spoilt natural

amenity is well served by picnic areas, peaceful villages and various signed scenic drives. The rich diversity of geological features, it’s natural flaura and fauna will entice the visitor to return throughout the changing seasons.

Tullamore Dew Heritage CentreBury Quay, Tullamore

Tel: +353 57 9325015Email: tullamoredhc@eircom.netWeb: www.tullamore-dew.org

Visit the birthplace of Tullamore Dew and Irish Mist Liqueur.

Located in the original 1897 Bonded Warehouse the centre houses an exhibition on the distillery and the town development of Tullamore. A copy of the ‘Book of Durrow’ illuminated manuscript is also on display. Guided tours available.

Self Guided Booklets in English, German, French, Italian, Polish, Swedish and Spanish.

Facilities include:

- Tourist Office- Gift Shop- Conference Facilities- Cafe Bar and Restaurant

Wheelchair accessible. Open all year round.

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Cafés & BistrosCafé 4 uBridge Centre - Tel: +353 57 9322499

Café QMain Street - Tel: +353 57 9329575

Delicious CaffeHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9325943

Flynns BakeryHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9341005

Grennans CaféKilbride Street - Tel: +353 57 9322506

Jenny’s KitchenThe Mall,William Street - Tel: +353 57 9324878

QuigleysPatrick Street - Tel: +353 57 9360353

SambodinosHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9323099

Tullamore Dew Heritage CentreBury Quay - Tel: +353 57 9328399

Pubs & ClubsAnnie KellysHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9351574

Bridge House & Core Night ClubBridge Street - Tel: +353 57 9325600

Canal Bank BarTullamore Dew Heritage Centre - Tel: +353 57 9328399

CannonsHarbour Street,Tullamore

De Brun’sPatrick Street - Tel: +353 57 9352349

Dempsey’s PubHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9323307

Dew InnHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9320433

Digan’s PubWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9321711

Eugene’sWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9341145

Fergie’s Bar & LoungeMarket Square - Tel: +353 57 9322357

Furlong BarTullamore Court Hotel- Tel: +353 57 93 46666

Gallaghers ManorChurch Street - Tel: +353 57 9322472

Joe Lee’sChurch Street - Tel: +353 57 9321641

William Street,Tullamore

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Loughrey’s Bar, Guesthouse & Club SodaHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9351358

Lynch’s PubKilbride Street - Tel: +353 57 9321227

Mallet TavernKilbride Street - Tel: +353 57 9341577

Maunsells LoungePortarlington Road - Tel: +353 57 9323394

O’ConnorsWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9352330

Offaly InnHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9321251

Old Harbour BarHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9352679

Smyths PubPatrick Street - Tel: +353 57 9321255

SpollensHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9351570

The Hole in the WallMarket Square

The LanternKilbride Street - Tel: +353 57 9321779

The Mallet TavernKilbride Street - Tel: +353 57 9321779

The Thatch RahanRahan - Tel: +353 57 9355910

The Wolftrap Bar & RestaurantWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9323374

Wyers PubChurch Street - Tel: +353 57 9321294

RestaurantsBridge House HotelBridge Street,Tullamore

Café IndiaPatricks Court,Patrick Street - Tel: +353 57 9352496

Canton RegentWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9323938

Clonamore HouseArden Road - Tel: +353 57 9323175

DaVinciHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9360275

Days Hotel & RestaurantMain Street - Tel: +353 57 9360034

Di-MilanoMain Street - Tel: +353 57 9320678

Dragon Chinese RestaurantKilbride Street - Tel: +353 57 9341501

Jamie’s RestaurantHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9351529

LoughreysHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9321063

Mezzo Italian RestaurantPatrick Street,Tullamore

Tel: +353 57 9329333

Enjoy the best of Italian food in a relaxing atmosphere!

Open 7 days a week.

New Amber RestaurantHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9341855

Paddy FieldWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9351788

Saffron IndianHenry Street - Tel: +353 57 9322822

ShishirHigh Street - Tel: +353 57 9351439

The Acorn RestaurantHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9324700

The Anatolia RestaurantHarbour Street - Tel: +353 57 9323669

The Village RestaurantChurch Street - Tel: +353 57 9341810

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Sirocco’s Patrick Street, Tullamore

Tel/Fax: +353 57-9352839Email: info@siroccos.netWeb: www.siroccos.net

Tullamore’s Leading Italian Restaurant! Renowned for our excellent fresh food and service in a warm and friendly environment. Varied menu catering for all tastes. Reservation recommended. Leading Restaurant Awards, QFOL Award, Member RAI.

The Windmill RestaurantO’Moore Street - Tel: +353 57 9346666

The WolftrapWilliam Street - Tel: +353 57 9323374

YaadgarEsker Court, William Street

Tel: +353 57 9329536Fax: +353 57 9329536

Finest Indian Dining in the Midlands.

Winner of Tullamore Restaurant of the Year - Chamber Of Commerce Awards 2007.

Fast Food Burger King - Tullamore Retail ParkDominos Pizza - Main StreetK.F.C - Main StreetMcDonalds - Church RoadSorrentos - High StreetSubway - Harbour StreetSupermac’s - William Street

Plus a selection of other traditional Fast Food Take Aways.

Tullamore has developed a growing reputation for hosting prestigious national and international events. The town’s friendly atmosphere, generous hospitality along with excellent facilities allows the community to cater for large numbers of visitors who attend the extensive calendar of festivals and events throughout the year.

MarchIrish Week - Bridge House - Mid MarchSt. Patricks Day Parade - 17th March

MaySlieve Bloom Walking Festival - Early May Offaly Fleadh - Early May Bealtaine - All Offaly May

JuneShake Fest - Early June S.O.L.O Angling Festival Edenderry- Early June Shannonbridge Clonmacnoise Festival - Mid June

JulyAmerican Tribute FestivalEarly July

Phoenix Festival - Mid JulyExtreme, Art & Heritage Events

Hot Air Balloons - Phoenix Festival

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TrainsTullamore is served regularly by trains from Dublin, Galway and Westport. Connections available from Portarlington.

Tullamore Railway Station:Kilcruttin, Tullamore - Tel: 057 93-21431For timetables visit: http://www.irishrail.ie

BusesDetails of all Bus Eireann Servicesare available by calling (01) 830 2222Citylink provide daily Airport Transfers from KilbegganTel: 1890 28 08 08Kearns Busprovide excellent local service link to Dublin with numerous daily journeys from Dublin City Centre.Timetable available at http://www.kearnstransport.com or Phone: 057 91 20124

TaxiA-cabs - Tel: 057 9352222Airport Cabs - Tel: 057 9322225Macs Cabs - Tel: 057 9351111Supersonic Cabs - Tel: 057 9322222Tom Kane - Tel: 057 93 28888

Corporate / Chauffeur / LimosAnnaharvey Chauffeur Service Tel: 057 93 43425Signature Corporate CareTel: 086 608 9796 5 Star LimosTel: 057 932 7988

Garda Station, Patrick Street - 057 93 21305Tullamore Midland Regional Hospital - 057 9321501Emergency Services - 999

AugustCastle Palooza - Early August Daingean Homecoming Festival - Early AugustEco Lúnasa - Early AugustO’Molloy Clan Rally - Tullamore, Early AugustTullamore ShowCharleville Estate - 2nd Sunday of AugustBirr Arts & Vintage Week - Birr - Mid AugustAll Ireland Fleadh Cheoil - Late AugustIrish Game & Country Fair - Birr - Late August

SeptemberOffaly Heritage Week - Early September Slieve Bloom Geology & Natural History - Early Sept

OctoberSlieve Bloom Storytelling Festival - Mid October Samhain (Halloween) - Late October

NovemberQueen of the Land - Mid November

VariousKilbeggan Races - May to SeptemberTullamore International Summer Organ SeriesMonthly, June to September

Full dates and details on our website http://www.discovertullamore.com

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TullamoreTown Council

Working together to improve the quality of life in Tullamore.

• Housing• Planning• Roads• Community• Recreation

Acres Hall, Cormac StreetTel: 057 93 52470

www.offaly.ie

The Chamber plays a pro-active role in the development of Tullamore, while ensuring an acceptable balance exists between social and economic progress.

Esker House, Patrick Street, Tullamore - Tel: 057 93 23698Web: www.tullamorechamber.com, Email: info@tullamorechamber.com

Dotser Ltd.Websites, Content Management, Graphic Design& Marketing

Esker House, Patrick Street, Tullamore.Web: www.dotser.ie - Tel: 057 93 23262

Contemporary 4 star hotel comprising 104 luxurious guest rooms and suites, all with complimentary broadband

A unique dining experience enjoyed by locals and visitors alike offering a choice of fine dining, private dining or a more casual and relaxed menu in the Furlong Bar

Extensive leisure facilities comprising a fabulous 20m pool, sauna, steamroom, jacuzzi, fitness suite, aerobics room and crèche

A popular and varied entertainment line up in the Furlong Bar every weekend

Ample private car parking

Email: info@tullamorecourthotel.ie

Web: www.tullamorecourthotel.ie Tel: 057 934 6666

Fax: 057 934 6677

Tullamore, Co Offaly