If you’re thinking of taking a trip to Ireland this year with family or friends, check out our favourite large houses, all offering plenty of peace and tranquillity and some fantastic days out.
Ireland has many amazing areas to explore, from the wild west coast to the beautiful rolling countryside of Cork. Dublin is an incredible city break, easily walkable, and with a heap of interesting history and culture. And of course, it’s the home to the Guinness Storehouse, an experience in itself!
If you’re planning a group trip to Ireland in 2026, now is the time to book to secure the best dates.
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FAQ’s
You have two options, ferry, or flight. There are plenty of ferry options from across the UK from ports such as Liverpool, Holyhead, Fishguard, and Pembroke, which will connect you to ports such as Dublin, Rosslare, Belfast. There are both fast and slow options for the crossing, and this can be a real adventure for kids (and adults!) Alternatively, you may prefer to fly. There are a number of options from both small and larger airports across the UK, which fly directly to areas such as Dublin, Cork or Shannon.
Ireland plays host to around 11.3 million tourists each year.
You can really visit Ireland at any time of year, but you’ll find it less crowded between March and May, and September to November. Weather can be mixed year round, for the best chance of sunshine then head for the summer months, but expect more crowds at tourist hot spots.
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