The brilliant Irish playground with climbing net, swings and slides – and it's minutes from busy town
Located near Balbriggan, in
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The 194-acre parkland with stunning gardens is only 30 kilometres north of Dublin city
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It is perfect for a magical family day out surrounded by stunning coastal landscapes
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The fantastic state-of-the-art playground has over 30 pieces of play equipment to enjoy.
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The park is about 20 minutes from Dublin city centre and features stunning sea views, woodland walks and a fantastic playground that is an ideal spot for families.
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This underrated spot is a spacious and well-equipped zone that offers hours of entertainment for kids of all ages.
It reads on their website: 'The fantastic state-of-the-art playground has over 30 pieces of play equipment to enjoy, from cradle swings for the very young to a large climbing space net for older children.'
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"The playground is set in an elevated location overlooking the Irish Sea and is easily accessed from the main car park through a woodland walk which is very close by."
The area features a large country-styled house with castellated embellishments.
And the Castle, originally named 'Prospect House', was built in 1738 by Robert Taylor, with the west and east wings added in the late 1800s.
The state-of-the-art playground has over 30 pieces of play equipment to enjoy, from cradle swings for the very young to a large climbing net for older
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The playground is set in an elevated location overlooking the Irish Sea and is easily accessed from the main car park through a woodland walk, which is very close by.
The spot features swings, climbing areas and slides, while the recent addition of an inclusive swing can be used by a wheelchair user and a non-wheelchair user at the same time.
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A lower car park is available for wheelchair access only.
The playground is themed on the castle and the sea to identify with the Ardgillan focus.
The ground is coloured blue to represent the sea, with aquatic playground equipment, brown to represent the sand of the nearby beach, and the castle is perched on a green mound to represent Ardgillan Castle itself.
The park also includes plenty of benches and shaded seating, making it an ideal place for families to spend the day.
And there's even a tearoom in the castle to grab
BEAUTIFUL COASTLINE
Ardgillan Castle is situated between the coastal towns of Balbriggan and Skerries.
Both towns are rich in
Balbriggan Beach is an ideal walking spot, and visitors can enjoy views of the Martello Tower, Bremore Castle, and an 18th-century Lighthouse.
Skerries' picturesque harbour, cosy cafes and friendly bars all act as magnets for people enjoying this seaside fishing town.
Visitors will be spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do for all the family, from heritage and adventure to music and comedy concerts.
Visitors have taken to
One person wrote: "Anyone who visits really enjoys the walks, sea views and the playground. Loads of space for picnics. Feels very safe for kids.
"Overlooking the sea with stunning views, wide open spaces, great gardens, interesting architecture, perfect picnic areas - this is an ideal place for families to enjoy a day out, complete with playground for children."
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The residence at Ardgillan is perfect for an enchanting adventure
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