Take a ferry to Ireland to try falconry

People who enjoy seeking out new experiences on holiday might be interested in taking a ferry to Ireland this year to visit Dromoland Castle.

The luxury hotel recently launched a falconry school where guests can learn to handle and release Harris hawks.

Bird expert and naturalist David Atkinson leads the sessions and teaches participants more about the fascinating creatures and the role they play in countryside conservation.

Dromoland Castle encourages visitors to travel by sea - with Stena Line offering ferries from Fishguard to Rosslare as well as ferries from Holyhead to Dublin - and bring their car to discover the "incredible scenery" of County Clare.

People taking part in the falconry sessions can 'cast' the birds into the air and recall them to their hand.

The historic hotel offers several other activities, including horse riding, cycling, clay shooting, archery and walking in the 410-acre estate.

Travellers heading to Ireland can also take ferries from Pembroke to Rosslare with Irish Ferries, while P&O and Norfolkline/DFDS Seaways offer ferries from Liverpool to Dublin.

Posted by Mark Robinson

Holyhead - Dun Laoghaire

1 x Foot Passenger(s) Return

Travelling on:

11/08/2012 - 12/08/2012

£32

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Cairnryan - Larne

Car + 2 Return

Travelling on:

03/06/2012 - 05/06/2012

£158

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Liverpool - Dublin

Car + 4 Return

Travelling on:

11/09/2012 - 11/09/2012

£250

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