Travel and Tourism


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Templeglantine today is a picturesque village with strong community spirit in west Limerick between Newcastle West and Abbeyfeale on the N21 Limerick to Killarney Road. Since the establishment of the popular Devon Inn Hotel, the village has become a popular tourist stop for travellers and buses alike. There is a  wide choice of sporting clubs available, the countryside itself lends itself to other activities, such as Horse Riding, Fishing, Shooting and Walking. From the very young to those young at heart.

There are many hills in the Templeglantine area from which magnificent views can be obtained. One such view is that of the Barnagh Gap, Limerick Co. Council have provided a viewing roadside platform for people to absorb this magnificent view.

Also the sight of Rathcahill Hill has been celebrated in a song:


You can view Kilmallock steeple and the houses white in Clare,
And along the golden skyline you can view Tipperary fair,
The towering Reeks of Kerry are a finer scenery still,
You can view them all at leisure from dear Rathcahill Hill

 Leisure Activities

Woodview Riding centre

Dually

Newcastle West

Co. Limerick

Contact: Eugene O'Doherty

Tel: (069) 61554

(086) 8440536

This riding centre offers a wide range of facilities, catering for every rider, whether novice or experienced, regardless of age.

·        Daily trekking on quiet country roads with panoramic views

·        Liveries taken

·        Visitors welcome

·        Open Tuesday to Saturday, all year round.

 

Dean O’ Brien Swimming pool

Gortboy,

Newcastle West,

Co. Limerick.

TEL: (069) 62099

A 25m outdoor heated pool opened to the public from June to September. A voluntary committee who organises an Annual Gala runs the pool.

 

Killeline Park Golf & Country Club

Cork Road,

Newcastle West,

Co. Limerick.

TEL: (069) 61600

6294 yards, par 71. 18 hole Parkland currently being redeveloped by Kevin Dorrian. An exciting blend of mature trees, lakes and mounting to create a course which will test all your golfing abilities. Full bar and restaurant facilities.
 

Newcastle West Golf Club

Ardagh, Co. Limerick

TEL: (069) 76500

FAX: (069) 76511

 

The club was founded in 1938 but moved to a new course near the village of Ardagh in 1994. The course is about 6 miles from the town centre and occupies about 160 acres of what was until recently a gentleman’s estate. There is a fine cut stone building which will eventually be the heart of a new clubhouse. The Par is 71 and standard scratch 72. Flood lit driving range open to visitors as well as members. We also have a resident professional. Membership is over 700 but there are still vacancies. You are welcome to come and see the course.

 

 Flexi Divers

Contact: Stefan Schubert

TEL: (087) 2671023

FAX: (087) 52671023

E-mail: schubert@eircom.net

Website:http://homepage.eircom.net/~flexidivers/

 

For all enquires, scuba tank filling and boat hire.

 

Deel Anglers

Contact: Moss Devine

TEL: (069) 61461

For all information on the wide range of local fishing amenities available.

Tackle and equipment available at Dee’s garage, Killarney road

 

Fleadh by the Feale

Also there is the annual "Fleadh by the Feale" festival which has become a huge success and has put Abbeyfeale and the surrounding areas on the map in a traditonal and cultural sense.

Abbeyfeale hosted two very successful County Limerick Fleadh Cheoils in the early nineties. The organising committee were so pleased with their endeavours that they decided to establish their own Fleadh. The introduction of the May Bank Holiday weekend provided the perfect date and so the Fleadh By The Feale was born. That was in 1995 and over the years this Fleadh has become one of the most successful traditional festivals in the region, attracting traditional music lovers from all over Ireland and further afield.

The primary focus of the weekend is traditional music, song and dance. The festival is built around the master workshops and competitions and the richness of the traditional talent in the area. These workshops are designed to improve the technique and skill of the musicians and give participants an insight into different styles of music from different parts of the country. Outdoor activities include street busking, Traditional entertainment and the all-Ireland bone playing competition.
 

The pub trail is an important part of the weekend attracting the cream of traditional musicians who delight and entertain their audiences.The highlight of the festival has to be the Sunday traditional concert. In the early years the tutors and a host of local musicians gathered for the concert. In recent years international performing groups such as: Dervish 1997, Altan 1998, four men and a dog 1999, At the Racket plus Jackie Daly, Maura O' Keeffe, Paul De Grae, Tony O' Connell, Diarmuid o Brien and Kevin Murphy 2000 and Dervish, Planxty O' Rourke in 2001have graced the stage.Other related evens include, a children's art competition and exhibition along with lectures with a local history and cultural theme.The Abbeyfeale May bank holiday weekend has become synonymous with traditional music and culture.

For more information: www.fleadhbythefeale.com
 

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT BUSES/TAXIS

 Templeglantine is served by Bus Éireann on the hour (Click on Bus Éireann Logo and see below). There are currently 3 taxi firms operating for the vicinity of Newcastle west and surrounding areas Rambling Cabs, Coach House Taxi's and Star Cabs.

Templeglantine Bus Schedule
 Departures 0:00 - 23:59 h

Time

Bus

Arrival at

7:20

13

Limerick Newcastle West 7:30 - Rathkeale 7:40 - Croagh 7:45 - Adare 7:55 - Limerick 8:20
runs Mo - Sa, not 18. Mar, 1. Apr, 6. May, 5. Aug
 

7:20

14

Limerick Newcastle West 7:30 - Rathkeale 7:40 - Croagh 7:45 - Adare 7:55 - Limerick 8:20
runs Mo, not 18. Mar, 1. Apr, 6. May, 5. Aug
 

9:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 9:15 - Rathkeale 9:25 - Croagh 9:30 - Adare 9:40 - Limerick 10:05 runs daily

9:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 9:35 - Abbeyfeale 9:40 - Duagh 9:50 - Listowel 10:00 - Mountcoal 10:10 - Kilflynn Cross 10:20 - Tralee 10:40 runs daily
 

10:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 10:15 - Rathkeale 10:25 - Croagh 10:30 - Adare 10:40 - Limerick 11:05 runs daily

10:05

14

Limerick Newcastle West 10:15 - Rathkeale 10:25 - Croagh 10:30 - Adare 10:40 - Limerick 11:05 runs daily
 

10:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 10:35 - Abbeyfeale 10:40 - Duagh 10:50 - Listowel 11:00 - Mountcoal 11:10 - Kilflynn Cross 11:20 - Tralee 11:40 runs daily
 

10:43

319

Ballybunion Devon Road 10:45 - Wards Cross 10:53 - Abbeyfeale 11:00 Coolangelic 11:07 - Duagh 11:15 - Pipers Hill 11:20 - Knightsbridge 11:23 - Ballinruddery 11:26 - Ballybunion 11:55
runs Su, not 2. until 30. Jun; also 5. Aug
 

11:05

14

Limerick Newcastle West 11:15 - Rathkeale 11:25 - Croagh 11:30 - Adare 11:40 - Limerick 12:05 runs daily

11:25

315

Ballybunion Devon Road Cross 11:30 - Abbeyfeale 11:35 - Duagh 11:45 - Listowel 11:55 - Callaghan's Cross 12:05 - Gale cross 12:09 - Lisselton 12:14 - Francis Road 12:19 - Ballybunion 12:25
runs 7. Jul until 25. Aug Su; also 5. Aug
 

11:30

14

Tralee Devon Road Cross 11:35 - Abbeyfeale 11:40 - Headley's Bridge 12:00 Castleisland 12:10 - Kerry Airport 12:15 - Farranfore 12:20 - Killarney 12:40 - Fossa Cross 12:52 - Tralee 13:55
runs daily, 7. Jul until 25. Aug Mo - Sa; not 5. Aug
 

11:30

14

Tralee Devon Road Cross 11:35 - Abbeyfeale 11:40 - Headley's Bridge 12:00 Castleisland 12:10 - Kerry Airport 12:15 - Farranfore 12:20 - Killarney 12:40 - Fossa Cross 12:47 - Tralee 13:50
runs 7. Jul until 25. Aug Su; also 5. Aug
 

12:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 12:15 - Rathkeale 12:25 - Croagh 12:30 - Adare 12:40 - Limerick 13:05 runs daily
 

12:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 12:35 - Abbeyfeale 12:40 - Duagh 12:50 - Listowel 13:00 - Mountcoal 13:10 - Kilflynn Cross 13:20 - Tralee 13:40 runs daily
 

13:05

14

Limerick Newcastle West 13:15 - Rathkeale 13:25 - Croagh 13:30 - Adare 13:40 - Limerick 14:05
runs daily
 

13:30

14

Tralee Devon Road Cross 13:35 - Abbeyfeale 13:40 - Headley's Bridge 14:00 Castleisland 14:10 - Kerry Airport 14:15 - Farranfore 14:20 - Killarney 14:40 - Fossa Cross 15:07 - Tralee 16:10
 

14:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 14:15 - Rathkeale 14:25 - Croagh 14:30 - Adare 14:40 - Limerick 15:05
runs daily
 

14:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 14:35 - Abbeyfeale 14:40 - Duagh 14:50 - Listowel 15:00 - Mountcoal 15:10 - Kilflynn Cross 15:20 - Tralee 15:40 runs daily
 

15:05

14

Limerick Newcastle West 15:15 - Rathkeale 15:25 - Croagh 15:30 - Adare 15:40 - Limerick 16:05
runs daily
 

15:30

14

Tralee Devon Road Cross 15:35 - Abbeyfeale 15:40 - Headley's Bridge 16:00 Castleisland 16:10 - Kerry Airport 16:15 - Farranfore 16:20 - Killarney 16:40 - Fossa Cross 16:52 - Tralee 17:55
 

16:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 16:15 - Rathkeale 16:25 - Croagh 16:30 - Adare 16:40 - Limerick 17:05
runs daily
 

16:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 16:35 - Abbeyfeale 16:40 - Duagh 16:50 - Listowel 17:00 - Mountcoal 17:10 - Kilflynn Cross 17:20 - Tralee 17:40 runs daily

17:05

14

Limerick Newcastle West 17:15 - Rathkeale 17:25 - Croagh 17:30 - Adare 17:40 - Limerick 18:05
runs daily
 

17:30

14

Tralee Devon Road Cross 17:35 - Abbeyfeale 17:40 - Headley's Bridge 18:00 Castleisland 18:10 - Kerry Airport 18:15 - Farranfore 18:20 - Killarney 18:40 - Fossa Cross 18:52 - Tralee 19:55
runs daily
 

18:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 18:15 - Rathkeale 18:25 - Croagh 18:30 - Adare 18:40 - Limerick 19:05 runs daily
 

18:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 18:35 - Abbeyfeale 18:40 - Duagh 18:50 - Listowel 19:00 - Mountcoal 19:10 - Kilflynn Cross 19:20 - Tralee 19:40
runs daily
 

19:05

14

Limerick Newcastle West 19:15 - Rathkeale 19:25 - Croagh 19:30 - Adare 19:40 - Limerick 20:05
runs Fr, Su, also 18. Mar, 1. Apr, 6. May, 5. Aug
 

19:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 19:15 - Rathkeale 19:25 - Croagh 19:30 - Adare 19:40 - Limerick 20:05
runs daily
 

19:12

319

Charleville Barnagh Bridge 19:16 - Carryduff Cross 19:20 - Newcastle West 19:25 Castlemahon Cross 19:31 - Banogue Cross 19:37 - Feoghanagh 19:43 - Broadford Cross 19:49 - Drumcollogher 19:55 - Charleville 20:20
runs Su, not 2. until 30. Jun; also 5. Aug

19:30

14

Killarney Devon Road Cross 19:35 - Abbeyfeale 19:40 - Headley's Bridge 20:00 - Castleisland 20:10 - Kerry Airport 20:15 - Farranfore 20:20 - Killarney 20:40 runs daily
 

20:05

13

Limerick Newcastle West 20:15 - Rathkeale 20:25 - Croagh 20:30 - Adare 20:40 - Limerick 21:05
runs daily

20:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 20:35 - Abbeyfeale 20:40 - Duagh 20:50 - Listowel 21:00 - Mountcoal 21:10 - Kilflynn Cross 21:20 - Tralee 21:40
runs Mo - Th, Sa, Su, also 15. Mar until 28. Jun
 

21:10

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 21:15 - Abbeyfeale 21:20 - Duagh 21:30 - Listowel 21:40 - Mountcoal 21:50 - Kilflynn Cross 22:00 - Tralee 22:20
runs Su, also 18. Mar, 1. Apr, 6. May, 5. Aug
 

21:30

14

Killarney Devon Road Cross 21:35 - Abbeyfeale 21:40 - Headley's Bridge 22:00 - Castleisland 22:10 - Kerry Airport 22:15 - Farranfore 22:20 - Killarney 22:40
runs daily
 

21:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 21:35 - Abbeyfeale 21:40 - Duagh 21:50 - Listowel 22:00 - Mountcoal 22:10 - Kilflynn Cross 22:20 - Tralee 22:40
runs Su, also 18. Mar, 1. Apr, 6. May, 5. Aug
 

22:30

13

Tralee Devon Road Cross 22:35 - Abbeyfeale 22:40 - Duagh 22:50 - Listowel 23:00 - Mountcoal 23:10 - Kilflynn Cross 23:20 - Tralee 23:40
runs daily
 

Abbreviation of weekdays
 

Mo

Tu

We

Th

Fr

Sa

Su

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday


Saturday
 

Sunday

Taxi Services (Newcastle West Based)

Rambling Cab's, The Square, Newcastle West. Proprietor: Michael Donoghue

(069) 61999

Coach House Taxi's, Upper Maiden St, Newcastle West. Proprietor Phelim Kinehan

(069) 61011

**Star** Cabs, Newcastle West.

(086) 8353981

Researched and Developed by Liam Mulvihill, Copyright As Dúchas Dóchas©2002