Top Things to do in Grange
The 10 Best Things to Do in Grange, Ireland
Discover the best top things to do in Grange, Ireland including Island View Riding Stables, Ewings Sea Angling and Boat Charters, Drumcliffe Church, Gleniff Horseshoe, Glencar Waterfall, Knocknarea, Strandhill Beach, Benbulben, Atlantic Sheepdogs, Yeats's Grave.
Restaurants in Grange
1. Island View Riding Stables
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
For the time of your life on horseback! Island View is a family run Trekking centre and riding school that offer horse riding for all- beginners or experienced, children or adults. Beach rides, lessons, day rides to the stables' private island, residential holiday packages and short breaks are available all year round.
Reviewed By Meemschirk - Estero, Florida
I went on the two hour beach and bog ride on a beautiful day. Unfortunately only a few minutes of it was idyllic.
I'm an OK rider but never felt I got my bearings and struggled for confidence and control. Part of it may have been me, but part was the casual attention given to outfitting guests. My boots and stirrups were loose while my helmet was so tight I started getting a headache.
I was the only solo guest among a group of six or seven Germans. There was a guide in front and behind. My horse never responded to my kicks or urging to trot or hurry. The guide in back handed me a whip and said yes, you need to use it. Later the guide in front said you can't be using that to punish him for something you haven't asked him to do. Later she decided there likely was a problem with my horse's shoes.
The lead guide asked if we wanted to canter, which I wanted to very much but wasn't yet prepared to do. No one else wanted to so our whole time was walking and trotting. We went along back alleys, roads, the beach, one fun little sand dune, crossed the highway and returned. There was zero commentary or positive banter--it felt like we were a chore.
Obviously disappointing. They seemed very nice so perhaps it was just too crowded of a day.
2. Ewings Sea Angling and Boat Charters
Overall Ratings
5 based on 109 reviews
Join us on board our charter boats for the most amazing experience of the Atlantic Ocean! Catch that fish you've always dreamed of catching. Feel enthralled by the wildlife and beauty on a floating eco-tourism tour. Eat the freshest fish you've have ever tasted, caught by your own hand. Sligo Boat Charters offers the best boat trips in Sligo and Donegal Bay that can be customized to do, or catch, exactly what you want. We catch more fish, offer better value for money and offer the best selection of trips and fun party ideas for beginners and experts. Simply bring wet gear and we'll provide the rest under the nurturing eye of your highly experienced and qualified skipper. Located in Rosses Point, Co. Sligo, nestled under the Benbulben and Knocknarea Mountains, we are based in the quintessential haven of the Wild Atlantic Way. Book a trip with us so you can hear the call of the seagulls, taste the salty air and experience firsthand, the magic of Sligo Bay. We look forward to welcoming you on board! Services available include deep sea angling, reef fishing, shark fishing (August-October), Coney Island water taxis (Great for a BBQ'ers, swimmers and walkers), Inishmurray Island trips, sightseeing trips and eco tourism cruises. Trips can be tailor made to suit any customer or budget and include modest half day, full day and evening trip rates for groups, individuals and children. Rods and tackle are available for hire on board, beginners and families welcome! Gift vouchers available.
Reviewed By Grahsm W
this was my first time sea fishing, and i had a great day, there was a good bunch of people on the boat, and a fair few fish were caught too, Daryl is a great host and an extremely knowledgeable fisherman and boat captain. i loved every moment and will defiantly go out again. the only down side was having to gut and fillet a load of fish at the end of a long day, but the freezer is well stocked and the recipe books are out. see you again next year Daryl, and ill bring a few more people with me next time too, as everyone i have talked to about it has said they would love to have a go aswell
3. Drumcliffe Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By preglad - New York
Recently while my much saner wife handily shopped virtually next door, i returned for another wrestle in a lovely historic memorial setting, inclusive of thoroughly atmospheric country church. Of course, Drumcliff Church Cemetery is immediately adjacent to the grave of William Butler Yeats-by which many blow past but I procrastinate both herein and while there.
WB wrote what became a personal epitaph found famously in the conclusion of his wonderful poem written and titled "Under Ben Bullin" (mountain) nearby.
"Cast a cold eye
On life, on death.
Horseman, pass by!"
Poets, and other artists tend to jostle with our minds and relish leaving us a bit perplexed. There are those johnny come latelys - inclusive of some critics and professors - who presume to tell us precisely what artisans mean, as if they ever valued such compact precision at all. I tend to think of exactitude as more the battlefield of scientists and tacticians than stellar wordsmiths.
Be wary of those who cannot create, many tending, as the expression goes, to instead "teach" (as in tell). However better teachers tend generally also to motivate, suggest or elicit viable options rather than directly inform or tell. As a lifelong teacher, I believe it naive or offensive to determine meanings of art for others.
Consider the famous frost idea of taking"... the road less traveled by ...which made all the difference". For most the road less by clearly means the infrequent option, the more challenging, difficult or demanding choice, so they hear I took the tough course, making all the difference in my life.
However Frost, like Yeats, isn't essentially so much a determinist as all that. Could the road less traveled by not also suggest-in the road less traveled past (as in passed by?. Did he perhapsmean to fashion an ambiguity which suggest the possibility of us not knowing which road he took at all, but the decision, not to waiver or withdraw, rather to proceed in whatever's chosen as the key action in deciphering this classic line?
It's fun to speculate, to open our minds to possibilities. When Yeats somehow equates life and death and suggests whatever horseman pass by, the options are multiple as to his thoughts and perhaps less than presumptive advice about now, later and wishes about whom or whatever may be galloping when or where ever.
Yup! Poets love messing with our heads. Enjoy the gamesmanship they left us or cast a cold eye and pass by, ye horsemen, their words and mine.
4. Gleniff Horseshoe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By CodyMav - Brisbane
Driving north, signage was clear to turn right and into this mountain bordered area. Even before and after the horseshoe, the landscape is beautiful.
Inside the horseshoe, the Mountains create a stunning backdrop, and I couldn't help but turn around and drive it in the other direction, enjoying the different perspective.
Ahhh, wish I had my bike for this one. Great area, make the detour.
5. Glencar Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 383 reviews
Reviewed By ie_hh - Santa Monica, California
Beautiful walk through the glen to see the waterfall. Good footpath up to waterfall, lots of steps to get up close. There’s a large car park and very clean rest rooms. Also a new cafe with a great outdoor play area for kids.
6. Knocknarea
Overall Ratings
5 based on 502 reviews
Reviewed By Emma C - Hadleigh, United Kingdom
The views are wonderful and well worth the hard climb to the top. Well signed and good car park. A lovely afternoon in the sun.
7. Strandhill Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 424 reviews
Reviewed By SligoE - London
Strand hill is perfect for sitting on the prom wall, watching the waves roll in with surfers dashing across the wave tops. Sadly, the water is unsafe for paddling or swimming and the driving and parking along the prom makes it a stressful experience with young children. Someone actually mounted the curb while we sat on the wall.
8. Benbulben
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By Linerguy - Lawrenceburg, IN
This area in County Sligo is just remarkable (then again most places in Ireland are remarkable). There's so much to see. Eagle's Rock, Gleniff Horseshoe Drive, Yeat's grave, the list goes on and on. Dominating all of this is Benbulben. It seems like it looms over everything, and, incredibly, it looks completely different on each side.
Since we were on a schedule, we didn't hike up the mountain. We basically drove around, looking for roads that would get us as close as possible. I looked on my phone and found a place named "Luke's Bridge". Between my GPS and the signs, it was pretty easy to find. It pretty much takes you right in front of Benbulben, and I suppose if you wanted to hike around the area, it would be a great starting point. The road itself isn't great, but if you take your time you should be fine.
Benbulben itself is just spectacular; it's probably the most interesting mountain we've ever seen. I can only imagine how amazing it would be to hike to the top.
9. Atlantic Sheepdogs
Overall Ratings
5 based on 39 reviews
Join in the Atlantic Sheepdogs experience with a visit to this traditional Irish sheep farm! Be amazed by the working sheepdog demonstrations. Meet our Atlantic Sheepdogs. Learn all about the rare breeds of sheep that live on the farm. Watch sheep shearing demonstrations. Feed some of our adorable pet lambs. Carpark/Bus parking available Pre-booking essential
Reviewed By Catherine R
Martin is the proud owner of Jake- (sheepdog) and newest addition (May-3 month old female). He talked about his family history, the local area, what it takes to raise sheep and herding practices. Showed us the ways he uses a whistle and voice commands.
10. Yeats's Grave
Overall Ratings
4 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By Unelma333 - Karlsruhe, Germany
The grave itself is rather simple, but if you are interested in literature, it is a special feeling to pay your respects to this Nobel laureate. Also it is a wonderful, tranquil spot, with a beautiful church, a high cross and a small visitor's center, where you can grab a coffee and buy some of Yeats's works. A very nice stop altogether.
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