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Dingle (An Daingean or Daingean Uí Chúis) is a town in County Kerry in the Republic of Ireland, on the Atlantic coast some 50 km west-south-west of Tralee and 80 km west-north-west of Killarney. The town is situated on a natural harbour below Slievanea mountain on the large Dingle peninsula, which lies south of the River Shannon and north of the Ring of Kerry.
Dingle's St. Mary's was a neo-Gothic church built to designs by J. J. McCarthy and O'Connell. The foundation stone was laid in 1862. It originally had a nave and aisles separated by arcades, supported on columns capped by octagonal tops. The arcades were demolished in one of the most radical reordering schemes to have been executed in Ireland. The project also saw the demolition of the exterior walls to below the original clerstory level, and, most notably, of the attic and upper ranges of the west elevation.
Principal industries in the town are tourism, fishing and farming. In 2006 Dingle had a population of 1,920 (CSO census). Dingle is situated in a Gaeltacht region.
There are many opportunities to hear traditional Irish music in the town, particularly during the summer tourist season. Dingle has a number of pubs as well as restaurants and cafes. For a number of years it has been possible to rely on a resident dolphin named Fungie showing up for tour boats operating from the harbour. The town has a growing arts and jeweller Brian de Staic is based there, as is the potter Louis Mulcahy.
Famous Gaelic Athletic Association commentator Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh was born east of Dingle in 1930. Also from Dingle are Joe O'Toole, Senator and Pauline Scanlon, singer.
Dingle is twinned with Tolfa, an Italian town, and is a sister city of Santa Barbara, California.
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In 2005, Gaeltacht Affairs Minister Éamon Ó Cuív announced that anglicised place names (such as 'Dingle') of Gaeltacht towns and villages would no longer feature on official signposts, and only the Irish language names will appear. The English language version of the town's name was thus officially dropped in early 2005, with the Irish name An Daingean being brought to the fore in both languages (longer versions of the Irish placename include Daingean Uí Chúis and An Daingean Mór).
In the case of An Daingean, this move has been particularly controversial, as the town relies heavily on the tourist industry, and some residents fear that the change could prevent potential visitors finding their way to An Daingean (formerly Dingle). There is a similarly named town called Daingean, located in County Offaly - this being an anglicised name. Supporters of the Minister have rejected this line of argument and pointed out that there are numerous towns in Ireland with not only similar names but precisely the same name, such as Blackrock which exists in Louth, Cork, Galway and Dublin. The Minister added to the controversy by suggesting, in response to criticism of the order, that a name change to English could be brought about by removing the town's Gaeltacht status, and...
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Hotels in Dingle
 | Watermarque Holiday Village  |
Score 0 from 0 reviews | | The Quays, |  |
| The spa's fitness facility is a private members club offering a swimming pool, resistance gym, cardiovascular gym, sauna, jacuzzi, and cardio theatre. The facility also has a gleaming array of exercise equipment including treadmills, bikes, step machines, concept II rowers, a selection of free weights and resistance equipment. Personal training is available on a one-to-one basis and expert help from our trainers will help you achieve your fitness goals.
The Watermarque Holiday Village apartments are available for a minimum of 7 nights in the months of July and August. All other months of the year can be booked on a nightly basis. ... more | | |
 | Watermarque Boutique Hotel & Spa |
Score 7.7 from 8 reviews | | The Quays,Cahersiveen | |
| The spa's fitness facility is a private members club offering a swimming pool, resistance gym, cardiovascular gym, sauna, jacuzzi, and cardio theatre. The facility also has a gleaming array of exercise equipment including treadmills, bikes, step machines, concept II rowers, a selection of free weights and resistance equipment. Personal training is available on a one-to-one basis and expert help from our trainers will help you achieve your fitness goals. ... more | | |
| | Dingle Benners Hotel  |
Score 7.925 from 12 reviews | | Main St | |
| Our old world charm and elegance will captivate you from the moment you arrive. Benners Hotel offers the best of both worlds - Traditional Irish warmth and comfort coupled with the best of modern facilities. ... more | | |
| | Smerwick Harbour Hotel |
Score 7.425 from 6 reviews | | Ballyferriter | |
| Nestling between the rugged coastline and the dramatic cliffs of the Dingle Peninsula, the Smerwick Harbour Hotel is a popular destination throughout the year.
The surrounding area is a treasure trove of amenities where you can engage in golf, angling, surfing, diving, horse riding, walking and capturing wonderful views of the beautiful scenery.
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 | Dingle Skellig Hotel |
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| The hotel’s leisure club provides a swimming pool, spa pool, children’s pool with waterfall and bubble feature, jacuzzi, eucalyptus steam room, sun shower and a fitness suite.
For pure indulgence why not visit the Peninsula Spa? It offers a range of treatments, at an additional cost, to ensure a relaxing experience.
The Fungi Kids Club and Skellig Creche offer activities for children of all ages. ... more | | | | More hotels in Dingle |
| Overnight Shakespeare Country: Warwick Castle, Oxford and Stratford |
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You begin the day travelling across the Chiltern Hills to Oxford, the "City of Dreaming Spires", whose hushed courtyards and elegant, dignified timeworn buildings have inspired generations of scholars (including Bill Clinton in the 1970s). See Christchurch College, where Harry Potter scenes were filmed and where Albert Einstein studied. On your walking tour of Oxford you'll see the Bodleian library and the picture-perfect College courtyards for which Oxford is justifiably famous.
You then travel through the rolling Warwickshire hills to Stratford-upon-Avon, a market town at the edge of the Forest of Arden, made famous for being the birthplace of playwright William Shakespeare. Visit the Tudor style birthplace of William Shakespeare, gaining an insight into his childhood with its typical parlor, bedrooms, kitchen, buttery and of course the glove-maker's workshop used by his father.
Overnight will be at a three star hotel in Stratford Town Center near all the major bars, cafes and restaurants so that you can enjoy your evening in Stratford taking in a play at one of the theatres, or strolling through the town center and enjoying a meal out at one of the many restaurants. The next morning, after breakfast at your hotel, spend the morning in Stratford where the choice is yours - visit Hall's Croft, the home of Shakespeare's daughter or stroll along the banks of the River Avon by the Bancroft Gardens.
Your coach will pick you up for a short drive to Warwick Castle. Warwick Castle will take you back through its 1,000 year history as you enter over the footbridge to a bygone world of banquets, battles and ceremony. Visit the Tussaud's waxworks or visit the spine-chilling dungeons where prisoners were tortured! You might wish to stroll through the Castle's delightful and lovingly tended gardens set in the peaceful surroundings of England's finest medieval Castle.
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Wander through the beautiful estate of Malahide Castle and absorb the fresh sea breeze and breathtaking views of Dublin Bay. Your visit to Malahide Castle includes a guided tour with time to wander around the craft shops and castle grounds, which span some 250 acres. There will be time to unwind for afternoon tea in the pleasant castle surrounds. Soak in scenes of day to day life in the picturesque fishing village of Howth as the tour proceeds on to Howth summit. The trail back to Dublin includes a 10 minute stop at the summit for breathtaking views of Dublin Bay.
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Skellig Michael
Skellig Michael is a rock island off the southwest coast of Ireland. Local fishermen take adventurers out and drop them off at the base of the cliffs to climb 1000 year old stone steps up to the beehive huts once inhabited by monks. Steep cliffs, lots of puffins, and a breathtaking view of the Irish coast are to be gained through this off-the-beaten-path experience. Read Sun Dance by Geoffrey Moorhouse for a history of the Skelligs.
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Mourneview Park, Lurgan
Mourneview Park is located in the town of Lurgan, a picturesque and welcoming town located just off the shores of Lough Neagh, in the County of Armagh, Northern Ireland.
It is the home of Glenavon Football Club, the foremost Football Club in Ireland, and is well worth a visit as the best Football (Soccer) Ground to be found in Ireland.
Marvel at the large Floodlights, which when lit, illuminate not only Mourneview Park itself, but also large areas of County Armagh. The Floodlights can be seen from Coleraine, in County Londonderry, on a clear day.
It is also recommended that you visit the Crescent End. From this vantage point, you can admire the construction of the Cantilevered Stands, architecturally and aesthetically wonderful. Many will note particularly the pleasing aspect of the yellow paint on the steps, which compliments the blue of the seats and the grey of the concrete, to great effect. The poet Seamus Heaney was so moved by this that he composed: "Colour; or the vision of Mourneview".
The Crescent End is a welcoming place and you will almost certainly be invited to consume the local favourite drink of 'Buckfast'. Buckfast is a high quality tonic wine and is highly recommended.
Mourneview Park is a heritage site that has integrated into the national consciousness of Northern Ireland, in the same way as, for example, the Tower of London, The Eiffel Tower, and the Brandenburg Gate in other states of Europe. You should not consider coming to Northern Ireland and not visiting this place, which should be a 'Must See' for everyone.
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| accessibility: | Excellent |
| openingHours: | Every Other Saturday, 3pm - 4.45pm |
| url: | www.glenavonfc.com |
| address: | Mourneview Park, Mourneview Avenue, Lurgan |
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