Bracken Court Home

Free Things to do around North County Dublin

Looking for a Family break that is fun and affordable? We have some great value Family packages at the Bracken Court Hotel and rounded up a number of free things to do in the area that are fun for all the family.

- Take a picnic and build sandcastles on the beach in Balbriggan - just minutes walk from the Bracken Court Hotel

- Take a drive to Ardgillan Castle & Demense or Newbridge House & Farm and spend the day exploring the wide open spaces - great for a picnic, a long leisurely walk or a cycle and a visit to their children's playgrounds.

- A little further afield is Malahide Castle which also has an excellent children's playground

Looking for something a little more active? Check out below some ways you can Walk, Cycle, Swim or Run around the heart of North County Dublin. 

Celtic Tweed Experience

A visit to the Celtic Tweed promises an unforgettable experience for those looking to explore Irish Heritage. Meet the craftspeople behind our artistry as they transform beautiful fabrics into timeless pieces of clothing.

Learn More

Sailors Grave Walk

In 1875 the Belle Hill ship sunk off the Balbriggan coast. Along this walk a memorial plaque can be seen to honour the tragic event. Start this walk at the Martello tower and head left down the coast. Pass Balbriggan's historic old boathouse and bathhouse, you will spot a small path ahead leading you to the rest of the way via the beach. The beach mourns the sailors by washing up beautiful seashells to decorate the cairns of stones. It is tradition for any visitor to add a stone from the beach to the cairn, so be sure to do the same!

Learn More

WALK

Discover North County Dublin's spectacular natural beauty on foot:
Sailors Grave Walk
Harbour Walk
Viaduct to Viaduct Walk
Southern Coastal Walk
Castle Walk
Millfield Loop
Harry Reynolds Loop
Operation Transformation Walk
Bypass Loop

Learn More

CYCLE

Explore the woodlands of North County Dublin by bike during your stay:
Beginner Route - Balbriggan to Skerries
Intermediate Route - Balbriggan to Loughshinny
Advanced Route - Balbriggan to Naul

Learn More

RUN

Check out some great runs around North County Dublin to get you started on the right foot
Martello Loop
Seafront Grass Loop
Church Car Park Loop
Ardgillan Loop
Balrothery Loop

Learn More

SWIM

Refresh yourself with a sea swim along the long Balbriggan coast where locals and visitors alike can often be seen on the Front Beach dipping in their toes or going for a splash in the revitalising sea water.

Learn More

View our Family Getaways

View

Bracken Court Hotel,
Bridge Street, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin
Tel +353 1 841 3333 Email: info@brackencourt.ie