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Perfect place to
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Unspoiled by the commercial rampage of the Celtic Tiger, experience the wonders of Listowel, a traditional lively market Town, from its magnificent Georgian Square to the unique sculpted designs on many of its shop fronts. Take a magical journey back in time on the Lartigue Monorailway, relive the words of the great writers in the Seanchaí Writers’ Museum and learn about our ancestral past at Listowel Castle. Enjoy a round of golf overlooking the River Feale or take a leisurely stroll along the many walking trails. As dusk falls over the Town, experience fine dining in one of Listowel’s many award winning restaurants, take in a performance at St. John’s Theatre, or enjoy a pint while listening to a traditional music session or lively pub theatre in one of the many hostelries. Once you visit us you will not want to leave!
Seanchaí - Kerry Literary and
Cultural Centre
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A multi-purpose
Cultural Centre
to the rear of the museum, incorporates a performance area,
book/craft shop, restaurant, archival library and reading area.
Activities throughout the year include traditional music &
singing sessions, visual art exhibitions, literary workshops,
lectures & readings, and children’s activities. The entire
Complex is wheelchair accessible.
When a
Listowel man takes a drink from any tap in this lovely town
Professor Brendan Kennelly
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the idea of a monorail was conceived by him after viewing camels
carrying goods across the Sahara Dessert. The only one of it’s
type to commercially operate, this unusual railway ran between
Listowel and Ballybunion from 1888 to 1924. The Lartigue
Monorailway was distinguished by its unique engine, carriages
and wagons which were divided into two sections, hanging on
either side of a single centre rail. All that remains of the
original railway are the decorative foot bridges and engine
shed, however a replica engine and carriages have now been
reconstructed and runs along a 1 km track at the John B. Keane
Road, Listowel, the site of the old Great Southern Railway.
Visitors can take a journey back in time and travel on this
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Listowel Arms Hotel |
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This family run hotel is located in the centre of Town, overlooking the River Feale. Recently refurbished, each room is en-suite with its own special charm and character and includes satellite television, direct dial telephones, internet access, tea and coffee making facilities and central heating. |
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Ashford Lodge |
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Family run, quietly located, 5 mins town centre. New Lartigue Monorail, St. Johns Theatre and Arts centre, Kerry Literary and Culture and Listowel Castle nearby. Ballybunion Golf course and Tarbert car ferry. Recommended by Rough Guide to Ireland.
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Ashgrove House |
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Luxury home near Town, located on the R553 Ballybunion Road.. Frommer/Sullivan Guide recommended. TV-Tea-Coffee all rooms. Golf - Car Ferry 15 mins. |
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Aras Mhuire |
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Delightful family home on R553 to Ballybunion. Ideal for Tarbert Car Ferry, Lartigue Monorail, Listowel Castle and Literary Centre. Reductions for more than 1 night. Irish Independent recommended. |
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Clarevilla |
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Dormer Bungalow. Landscaped Gardens. 2kms from Listowel on main N69, Tarbert Ferry Rd. Ferry 15 mins. Golf, Salmon, Trout fishing. Good Bass fishing from shore in winter. |
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Runner-up Best Family Home Award 2005 and Excellence Award Winner 2000, 2002, 2003 & 2004. Ballybunion Golf and beach 10 minutes. Tarbert Car Ferry 15 minutes. Renowned for delicious home baking. TV in all rooms. Warm friendly welcome, tea/coffee on arrival. |
Mount Rivers |
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A house with lots of history dating back over 130 years. Every effort is made to help you have a holiday of lifetime. 'Mount Rivers' is a perfect location for excursions.
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North County House |
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Centre of Town. Luxurious family run home. Convenient to Ballybunion Golf Courses (fee reduction)Tarbert Car Ferry. Ideal touring base. |
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Palmgrove House |
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Comfortable home on Tarbert N69 Car Ferry road. Tarbert Ferry 10 min. Spacious bedrooms, laundry service, Tea/Coffee. Fishing and Golfing nearby. Permits available. Private Car park. |
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Whispering Pines |
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Comfort assured in luxurious home in peaceful location on Ballylongford Road. Ballybunion and Listowel Golf Courses, Tarbert Ferry, Beaches 10 mins. |
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John r.s
Self Catering Apartment |
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This property is in the heart of Listowel and has been newly renovated to the highest standard. It is beautifully finished and decorated with a fully equipped kitchen, a laundry room, 3 bedrooms and a spacious living room. |
Billeragh House Hostel |
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This 18th century period house has recently been listed as a Heritage House. Located just outside Listowel on the main Tralee Road this hostel blends tradition with up to date facilities including an excellent modern kitchen and well equipped bedrooms and bathrooms. There are 8 bedrooms with a total of 36 bed places all en-suite. The rooms range from 1 double to 7 sharing. |
Restaurants
Listowel has an abundance of good eating establishments including many award-winning restaurants, whether you wish to dine in style or just have a quick snack; there is something for everyone. From Modern Irish to Traditional Pub Grub, with Chinese and Italian if you so desire, from gourmet dining to home cooking, and also Indian cuisine, we have it all for you to savour
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Allo’s Bistro & Restaurant Church Street Tel. +353 (0)68 22880
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Casa Mia Italian Restaurant Upper William Street Tel. +353 (0)68 23467
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The Feale Restaurant
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Fitzgerald’s
Coffee House-Bistro
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The Grape & Grain
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Horseshoe Bar & Restaurant
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Jasmine
Court
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Lawlor’s Bar & Restaurant
The Square
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The Literary
Café & Restaurant
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Lynchs’
Coffee Shop
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Mai Fitz’s
Restaurant & Pub
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The Mermaids
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Pronto A
Mangiar
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Royal China
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Shaan-E-Punjab
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Wangs
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Entertainment
St. John’s
Theatre & Arts Centre – St. John’s features a wide
programme of theatrical performances including drama, modern
music & dance, traditional, opera, ballet, exhibitions,
educational programme and much more!
For further information visit
www.stjohnstheatrelistowel.com ,
e-mail stjohnstheatre@eircom.net , or telephone +353 (0)68
22566.
John B. Keanes’s Bar – Located on William Street, this world famous hostelry hosts a programme of pub theatre performed by members of the local drama groups from July to September. Traditional & folk music sessions are available throughout the year.
Tankard's Bar – This traditional Irish pub on Upper William street provides weekend music sessions throughout the year by local award winning musicians. Audience participation welcome.
Seisiún – Seisiún is a specially designed performance of traditional Irish music, song, dance & storytelling performed during July & August by local world class musicians. Organised by the Listowel Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, the show is performed weekly in the Listowel Arms Hotel.
Classic
Cinema – Listowel has a modern three screen cinema
complex, which has daily showings of all newly released films: Shows
commence at 8.00 pm daily. Late show Friday, Saturday and Sunday at
10.45 pm. Matinee Sundays 3.00 pm & 5.30 pm
For information & enquiries telephone +353 (0)68 22796
Aras an Phiarsaigh, Listowel, Co. Kerry
Tel: +353 068 21004 Fax: +353 068 22453
E-Mail: townclerk@listoweltc.ie
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