Footgolf is Ireland's newest and coolest sports games combining two of the worlds most popular sports, football and golf.
At the Pococke Golf Centre our Footgolf is played on an 18 hole golf course using a football. The rules of the game are the same as Golf. Each hole carries a par and the aim is to get the football into the bigger hole in as few shots as possible.
We also offer a 12 hole Golf course with 6 extra allocated holes for a round of 18.
All at Bishops Mountain Shooting Club aim to provide you with one of the best shooting experiences possible. Individual coaching sessions for beginners or holiday makers and those wanting to improve on clay target shooting skills. The combination of friendly faces and challenging targets ensure that your going to have a good time.
Kilkenny Airsoft is the first fully automated indoor Airsoft shooting range in Ireland.The facilities cater for everyone, from experienced shooters to those who have never held a gun before. Special packages are on offer for families (all participants must be 8 or older), birthday parties and even hen and stag parties.Drinks and food are of course available, and the location in Wallslough Village is both convenient – just 3km from Kilkenny city centre – and beautiful. Call 056 779 5719
Gowran Park Golf (30 mins away) an 18 hole golf course across 130 acres
of rolling Kilkenny countryside (beside the racecourse), with the beautiful Blackstairs Mountains as a backdrop. Early Bird Monday to Friday before 10.00 am.
Mountain View Golf Course Ballyhale (15 mins away) 18 hole course spread over 130 acres of rolling scenic Kilkenny countryside. A hospitable welcome awaits you from the O’Neill family.
Horse Riding - Kilkenny has a long history with Equestrian activities breeding some of
the finest livestock in the international arena. Horse riding is available in various forms in nearby centres :
Warrington Equestrian Centre (20 mins away) - pony trekking for novices or experienced riders for 1 hour available, requiring prior booking. Horse riding lessons also available.
Meadow Lane Horse Riding The Rower (30 mins) away- pony trekking ranges from 1 to 4 hours.
Kiltorcan Race Track Ballyhale (15 mins away) is a motorised karting track suitable for Juniors (10-16 yrs) or adults (16+) with plenty of fun on this challenging course.
Gowran Park Racing - the only Grade 1 listed racecourse in the south east with 16 top quality national hunt and flat meetings throughout the year. There is a rooftop
restaurant & mezzanine self service cafe where quick & easy food from sandwiches to full roast dinners are served.
Mount Juliet Golf Thomastown (15 mins away) this course is a Jack Nicklaus signature course designed in lush Kilkenny countryside. Green Fees vary depending on time of year & day of week. Catering facilities are at hand at the 10th Tee.
Ivy Rooms Snooker Club is a family run business established in 1985, which has grown to become the leading snooker venue in Ireland.
The Club has hosted many Tournaments over the years namely the World Under 21 Championships (twice), World Billiards, European Under 21’s, European Championships and European Team Championships. The Republic of Ireland Billiards & Snooker Association stage all
their monthly events at the Ivy Rooms.
The club boasts twelve full-size championship
tables which are highly commended by all who have played on them. All tables are brushed and ironed daily. At each table is a coffee table and chairs and also tiered seating for spectators. In addition, there are table tennis tables, pool tables and an array of arcade amusements. There is also a cafe on site that serves Tea, coffee, soft drinks, cakes & ice creams.
Quad Attack in County Wexford has all the excitement and adventure associated with quad biking along a challenging course which is spread out over 80 acres under the scenic backdrop of the Blackstairs Mountains. On holidays once visited, it is the place everybody wants to return to.
Age, driving experience and group size will determine the type of session involved. It can be a gentle trek or a thrilling cross country adventure.The excitement continues with the crazy corral where contenders can test their skills
on the rodeo bull, beat the Bungee or burst or wrestle their opponent to the ground in a sumo suit. Kids can avail of some bouncing castle fun.
The Countryside Leisure Activity Centre, Bonnettsrath (Less then 10 mins from Kilkenny city centre) has for 25 years been regarded as one of the number one things to do in the South East. It offers a range of activities including Clay Pigeon Shooting, Indoor Rifle Target
Shooting and Archery. All equipment provided and full instructions given. For all information or Bookings Contact 056 776 1791.
