Things to do on a rainy day in Youghal.

The Family Fun Continues Inside…

As the saying goes, life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass – it’s about learning to dance in the rain! While we can’t promise you won’t have a little rain on your Youghal holiday, we CAN tell you that we have a wealth of wonderful things to do indoors, so that you and your family can holiday on regardless!

So, here’s our pick of favourite under-cover activities and attractions:

1. Visit Youghal Clock Gate Tower

Have a “Hear, See, Touch” experience at Youghal Clock Gate Tower! An incredible, immersive tour comprising audio visual displays, exhibits and important historical artefacts lets you travel through time to witness the life-stages of this iconic building. Costumed guides will take you across four floors of history – from the 16^th century to the current day – and you’ll experience everything from bustling medieval market trade life to pirate drama and emotional family stories. To top off your tour you’ll arrive at the spectacular roof-top viewing platform – and you’ll definitely need your camera for this one!

2. Enjoy the Fun at Perks Entertainment Centre

Discover over 70,000 square feet of fun unlimited at Perks Entertainment Centre – guaranteed to keep everyone happy and busy till the showers pass! The centre has one of the largest indoor funfair entertainment centres in Ireland – with a vast selection of rides, game and attractions for all ages. There’s everything from jungle gym and bowling to laser tag and crazy golf – plus there’s lots of free parking too!

3. Make for the Movies

Check out what’s showing at the beautiful 1930’s Regal Cinema which combines stunning art deco architecture with two screens and state-of-the-art 4K digital technology. You’ll love how the Cinema has been restored and renovated to include its original architectural features and design touches.

4. Take a Guided Tour of St Mary’s Collegiate Church

Head for Youghal’s historic Raleigh Quarter and explore the wonder and majesty of this famous national monument that dates to 13^th century Ireland. One of Ireland’s oldest churches, St Mary’s Medieval Church is a showcase for incredible architecture, with beautiful woodwork and ironwork, tomb sculpture and a Bishop’s Throne and Pulpit. Your family will love the ‘Voices of St Mary’s’ immersive experience, which brings to life the story of the Church as the fictitious Roe family shares their cherished family memories.

5. Enjoy a trip to nearby Ardmore or Leahy’s Open Farms

Just an easy 15-minute drive from Youghal is the wonderful Ardmore Open Farm – with its many fun indoor activities to cater for all age groups.

Or, head off to nearby Dungourney to Leahy’s Open Farm (a 30- minute drive) which offers non-stop indoor fun, including karting at Farmer’s Fun House, slides and a sandpit in the Indoor Play Barn, and Nan’s Nook Museum.