Where is Clonshire Equestrian and Polo Centre?

Clonshire is near the mouth of Ireland's greatest River, the Shannon.  County Limerick is renowned for producing great thoroughbred and sport horses and Clonshire is right in the heart of horse country and tradition.

Situated just 20 minutes from Limerick City, within two miles of the beautiful village of Adare, we combine the tranquillity and peace of a rural setting with the advantages of a major population centre close by. Shannon International Airport, with daily schedules to North America, the U.K. and Europe is just half an hour away in one direction while the stunning scenery of Killarney and the Kerry coast are an hour's drive in the other.

We are less than 2 hours from Cork Airport, 3 hours from Dublin Airport, 2 and a half hours from Rosslare Ferry port and twenty minutes from Limerick's Rail and inter-city bus station. 

The Centre is less than five minutes drive from one of the most beautiful and unique villages in Ireland, Adare..

How to get here

From Dublin and Waterford, head for Limerick. As you approach Limerick, take the bypass toward Cork and Killarney. Stay on the Killarney road until you reach the village of Adare.  From Adare, continue on the Killarney road for less than one mile. Just as the road widens, keep an eye for the signpost for Clonshire Equestrian and Polo Centre.  Take the right turn, drive to the first cross roads and there on the right is the gate of Clonshire estate.

Drive in the long avenue, past the Livery yard, the hunt horse pasture, the huntsmans cottage , the large kennel complex and, at the end of the outdoor arena, park outside the indoor arena and office complex or, if you are pulling a horsebox or driving a horse transporter, park in the large parking area beyond the centre.

From Cork. take the road via Mallow, Charleville and Croom and outside Patrickswell take the left onto the Killarney road and continue as above.

From Killarney and Tralee, take the Limerick road past the town of Rathkeale.  Continue on a mile beyond the village of Croagh and watch for the Clonshire signpost. Turn left down to our entrance and drive in the avenue as above.

Amenities in the Area

Hotels

We are blessed with top quality hotels in the area.

Adare Manor Hotel - Tel 061 396566 Fax 061 396124
Dunraven Arms Hotel - Tel 061 396633 Fax 061 396541
Woodlands House Hotel - Tel 061 396118
Rathkeale House Hotel - Tel 069 63333 Fax 069 63300

Guesthouses and Farmhouse accommodation

The is a huge choice and variety in the area which includes:

Self Catering

In recent years the choice and quality of self catering accommodation the are has grown dramatically and no matter what your needs are, they almost certainly can be met in the area. Apply to Clonshire Equestrian Centre office for an up to date list.

There is a wide choice of eating out available including:
The Blue Door, Adare
The Inn Between, Adare
Nevilles, Kilfinny
The Mustard Seed, Ballingarry

Most of the bars in the area also serve lovely pub grub:
Pat Collins, Adare
Lena's Adare
The Croagh Tavern
Sean Collins, Adare (with the option of a fast food outlet next door for the kids)

Other Sports

Golf
Within 5 minutes of the centre, there are 3 fine Golf courses:
Adare Manor Golf Clubr> Adare Manor Hotel Golf course (A must of the Enthusiast)
Newcastlewest Golf Course

Within an hour there is a huge selection including:
Ballybunion (one of the top links courses in Europe if not the world)
Shannon
Dromoland
Charleville
Dundrum
Ballyneety
Ballykisteen
Limerick
Castletroy
Rathbane (a budget municipal course)

Fishing

There is a wide range of fishing available in the area, including professional coashing in flyfishing and other techniques.  Enquire at the Country Dresser in Adare.

Go karting

There is a professional Gokarting track in Kilcornan, just 15 minutes from the Centre.  This is a fun pursuit for all the family, with karts available during the summer for the very young as well.

Walking and rambling

The Ballyhoura way is not too far by car and is a paradise for walkers.  Right on our doorstep is Crrraghchase National park which includes a beautiful arboretum.

Shopping

Adare has some fine antique shops and other interesting retail outlets, Limerick and NewCastlewest are just twenty minutes away.

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