If you're looking for a glitzy experience like the Guiness tour in Dublin, look elsewhere. But if…read moreyou'd like to see how a real early 20th century distillery works, walking among the equipment, and seeing it powered by water, then this is the place for you. We probably spent 2 hours here.

I bought a beautiful print for my newly decorated lounge, it was the finishing touch i was looking…read morefor, thanks for your help Marion, I wish you the best of luck with your business in the years ahead.

Hidden gem in the beautiful surroundings of the gothic Tullynally castle and woodlands…read more Superb home cooking in an authentic rustic cafe served by the delightful Shirley and her team. The castle and court yard also host a wide range of events from classical music to a vintage car rally that arrived when I was there. Castlepollard may be off the beaten tourist track but, if you are in the area, its well worth a diversion for a leisurely coffee and some home baking.

Cosy and somehow classy (in the best way!) wee pub full of music lovers. Top Notch pint of Guinness…read moreand served by those rarity of barmen who go the extra mile for ambiance and always remember your order, no matter how bizarre. Seriously, dare you to try, 9 weird ass drinks and he'll know the order exact. You wouldnt guess it but they squish a band in there every Friday and Saturday - every Weekend, perched up at the end of the bar and the crowd love it. When I first happened upon the place I pulled up a stool and sat next to the bass player. There may or may not have been footsies. Genuinely fun atmosphere in the weekend, give it a go!

If your are going to Mullingar, go to Danny Byrnes. It's an absolutely beautiful spot, something…read moreold, something new , I just think it's way too dark, specially if your are going there during the day for food, that by the way is not great. They have carvery and sandwich bar, my husband had Lasagne and wasn't good, he couldn't even finish it, too much bullion in it and I had just a ham & cheese toast, my ones are better. ( so, don't go there for food, drinks only) They also have a beautiful beer garden, very colourful and flowery and loads of seats. Heard they have live music it's quite good. So, I do think this would be one of those good places to go for drinks with friends, probably a late bar.

Excellent venue for a night out in Mullingar…read more Great atmosphere, superb entertainment and friendly efficient bar staff with a great choice of beers and other drinks. The nearest thing to Nashville in Mullingar.

I still cannot get over how quick it took to get to Fairyhouse Racecourse from Dublin city centre…read more 20 mins practically... OK OK, it was New Years day and there was feck all traffic. But still, impressive. Once there we enjoyed the clear, bright, albeit very cold day. We even enjoyed a good days betting on the tote also, with us all going home a little up. The facilities were fine. The canteen style restaurant was busy but the staff were pleasant and cope well with the numbers. The food was fine, the usual fare you get at an Irish racecourse: sandwiches, sausage & chips, tea & coffee. The Jameson bar was relatively empty, so it was easy to get a drink or use the toilets. In the same building there was an excellent kids area with jockeys colours for them to try on and colouring stuff to use. I was highly impressed with that. Another highlight for me was going down to the last jump fence on the home straight where you can get a real good up close view of the steeplechase action. That is recommended. I am a fan.

This museum is a very good tribute and testimony to the life of this talented and scarcely known…read morepoet, who can rightly be described as the poet of the Boyne Valley. Located in his cottage birthplace, just east of Slane on the Drogheda Road. Through exhibits of photos, texts of his poems, memorabilia, it narrates the life, works and poetry of Francis Ledwidge. It is a heartwarming place to visit - in the Unesco world heritage Boyne Valley - which does justice to the memory of the poet. It gives an insight into his motivations, his muse, why he joined the first World war, his short life, and his lovely romantic nature poetry. You will leave having been illuminated by the talent of Ledwidge, who was cut down in the trenches of Belgium.

I haven't actually been up in Millmount Tower for ages but only yesterday walked over to it while…read morerunning a few errands, as an excuse to prolong a nice walk. Great view from the Tower over the town especially as the day gets on.

Millmount Museum is worth visiting. A good selection of old firearms, etc on display. I really…read moreenjoyed my hour spent there.