Calling All Bog Trotters

This week at Nells Farmhouse we are airing our bog trotting shoes in preparation for the 4th annual Nire Valley Bog Trot which takes place next Sunday March 27th. It promises to be another fantastic day of walking led by the Nire Valley Walking Group. It starts from the car park at the Mahon Falls and asends up the side of the Mahon Falls. From there the walk takes you accross the Comeragh Pleteau and towards Coumfea Loch and decends by Toureen mountain. Eventually you'll end up in Ballymacarbry. Participants have the option of being part of a led group or self navigating. Its about 23kms in total. The views from the top will be outstanding and fingers crossed the weather will be fine and dry.

To make your weekend extra special book in with us at Nells Farmhouse, enjoy a leisurly day on Saturday, knock the cobwebs off with the freshest mountain air and some fantastic walking on Sunday and you will be rearing to go on Monday!

We will provide you with a packed lunch to keep the hunger away and a late check out on the Sunday so you can enjoy a hot shower when you return from your walk. Give us a call today for a good deal! Or for more information on the Bog Trot log on to http://www.nirevalley.com/bogtrot.shtml

We look forward to seeing you soon!

The Nire Valley Walking Festival 9-10th October 2010

Its that time of the year again when all roads lead to the Nire Valley for the annual walking festival. This walking festival is not just for those who posses fancy hiking boots and walking poles, as all classes of walkers are catered for at this festival, from the people who like a nice stroll to the more experienced hiker. The Comeragh mountains and the Nire Valley provide the perfect backdrop for an excellent weekend and Nell's Farmhouse provides the perfect base.

Nell's Farmhouse is only 15 minutes drive from Ballymacarbry. Our luxury self catering accommodation is the ideal place to book into for the weekend to make the most of your weekend in the country. Nell's Farmhouse sleeps 6 in total and comes complete with all the modern conveniences you would expect and more...after a day in the hills, would the perfect way to end your day not be with a dip in the outdoor hot tub? Then when your all refreshed you could tuck yourself under the duvet for a good night sleep so you will be totally re-energised for day 2 of the festival.

Visit our website http://www.nellsfarmhouse.ie/ for more details on our luxury self catering accommodation and http://www.nirevalley.com/ for more details on the walking program.