Horse Country

Travel to the heart of medieval Ireland, to a time of turrets, towers and battlements when the Normans held sway. Savour the stories of the family dynasties and castles which played host to the battles, romance, rivalries and rebellions which shaped Ireland for centuries to come.

Tipperary’s beautiful landscapes have been shaped by a turbulent and often bloody past, where power was won and lost, where alliances were formed and betrayals unearthed, where villains and heroes earned their reputations.

From the iconic Rock of Cashel to picture perfect Cahir Castle, the Elizabethan splendour of Ormond Castle, the bloody history of Roscrea Castle, the seemingly indestructible Nenagh Castle, and Leap, the ‘world’s most haunted castle’.

Fethard Horse Country Experience

The Fethard Horse Country Experience offers visitors the opportunity to discover the rich culture, heritage and history of the region. Part of Ireland’s Ancient East, this interactive experience examines the relationship between the people, the land and the horse revealing how they are all inextricably linked. The interactive nature of the exhibition makes it an enjoyable and informative experience for all ages.

Address: The Tholsel, Main Street Fethard, Co. Tipperary E91 R652

Tipperary Mountain Trekking Centre

This is a small, family-run Equestrian Centre in the Tipperary Uplands specialising in private treks over pristine mountain pastures. Our guided one and two hour treks are completely off-road over historic and unspoiled meadows with spectacular views, ancient archaeological remains, and a legend or two.

Address: Rusheen, Borrisoleigh, Thurles, Co. Tipperary E41X393

Crossogue Equestrian Centre

Crossogue House specialises in entertaining individuals and small groups/families from the beginning of April to mid-June and then from mid-August through to the end of November. We host international and Irish guests so if it’s a holiday or an Irish Staycation you are looking for, it might just be for you.

Address: Crossogue House, Ballycahill, Co. Tipperary E41 W6Y8

Tipperary Racecourse

Racing from April to October and offering a mixture of top-class National Hunt (jump) and Flat racing, Tipperary is at its busiest at the height of the summer but hosts its biggest meeting of the year on the first Sunday of October. The « Super Sunday » meeting is the only race meeting to stage Graded National Hunt races and a Group race on the Flat on the same card. It draws the largest crowd of the year to the racecourse which also hosts a number of popular summer evening meetings. Tipperary is situated adjacent to Limerick Junction railway station and is only a matter of kilometres outside Tipperary town, on the main Limerick road.

Address: Limerick Junction, Co. Tipperary

Clonmel Races Powerstown Park

Clonmel Racecourse (Powerstown Park) has been a popular venue for horse racing for more than 150 years. The racecourse is a right-handed track of one and a quarter miles. It is recognised as a demanding National Hunt course with a stiff uphill climb followed by a gradual downhill run with an uphill finish. Viewing of racing from all points in the enclosure is exceptional. An abundance of mature trees and shrubs enhance the aesthetic quality of the 160 acre racecourse environment.

Address: Powerstown Park, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary

Thurles Racecourse

Thurles Racecourse is a horse racing venue in the town of Thurles, County Tipperary. The course is located one mile outside Thurles town which is easily accessible by road and rail.

It is a right-handed track of one and a quarter miles. Thurles is the only privately-owned racecourse in the country.

Address: Racecourse, Thurles, Co. Tipperary

Thoroughbred Country page

Thoroughbred Country has been created by members of both the Tourism and Thoroughbred industries, to drive tourism across counties Kildare and Tipperary. Whilst doing so, we aim to make this wonderful industry more accessible to the public and to share our wonderful stories, people, horses and destinations.

Horses have been an integral part of Ireland’s cultural heritage for the last 2,000 years. They are at the heart of the Irish story, from mythical figures to modern day Thoroughbred Champions. Now is your chance to get behind the scenes. Let us introduce you to the humans and horses responsible for our world-renowned Thoroughbred Industry. Whether you would like an action-packed three-day itinerary, a corporate day out, Family friendly fun or some team building, the Thoroughbred Country Experiences have something to suit.

Cashel Palace Equine Packages

Cashel Palace’s dedicated Equine Concierge curates exhilarating equine adventures for guests across Tipperary’s Thoroughbred Trail. For further details please visit their website directly.

Hotel Minella Equine Packages

Horse racing and Hotel Minella what a connection. Hotel Minella have introduced some fantastic horse racing packages to those who might like to visit Hotel Minella and Minella Racing. For further details please visit their website directly.