| Summer in Waterford |
| This summer in Waterford is set to be buzzing with festivals and events. Book your stay at Athenaeum House Hotel to tie in with some of the great events in Waterford this Summer. July 31st, 1st and 2nd August SPRAOI 2010 Held over the August Bank holiday weekend in Ireland, the Spraoi Festival is an annual riot of colour, energy & excitement with a unique atmosphere. It takes over the city centre of Waterford for 3 days transforming the streets and quays of the city into a giant stage for acts from all over the world, And it's all free! The Spraoi parade production on the Sunday evening is the climax of the festival and is set to wow audiences even more this year. |
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| August 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th Tramore Races The 2010 August Festival promises to be the highlight of the summer season in Waterford with 4 days of sponsored races, fashion and serious socialising. August 20th, 21st and 22nd Bluegrass Festival Authentic Bluegrass music in Dunmore East. Bands play to crowds spread out comfortably at 6 venues both indoor and outdoor - a Bluegrass pickers paradise! |
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| November 4th to 12th Waterford International Festival of Light Opera A long established popular event. It gathers some of the leading music societies from Ireland to the Theatre Royal in Waterford City, perfect for a late season sejourn in Waterford City |
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| Golfing |
| Athenaeum House is a perfect location for golfing enthusiasts as there are many well renowned courses in the district such as the Championship courses at Faithlegg GC (16km), Mount Juliet GC (40km) and Waterford Castle(13.5km). Also Waterford GC (11km) and Tramore GC (15km) are nearby. |
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| Waterford Crystal |
| Waterford Crystal Factory: Tourists can enjoy the experience of craftsmen at work and see a recreation of the earliest glasshouse. Waterford Crystal is a lifestyle product of expuisite craftsman. |
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| Walking |
| An organised walking tour of the city allows guests to take in two catherdrals, four national monuments and a gallery of rogues and rascals. The tour commences from the Quay and is delivered by your guide in an entertaining manner. Countryside exploring on the Comeragh Mountains allows guests to gain a sense of peace and tranquillity with magnificent panoramas. |
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| Historic sites |
| Reginalds Tower which is Irelands most historic urban structure stands on its Waterford Quay site for more than a thousand years. Built by the Vikings this beautiful Tower is open to the public. Waterford Treaures museum at the Granary was voted Irelands museum of the year. This museum gives a very broad history of waterford and brings viking history to life. |
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| Shopping |
| Athenaeum is located only 15 minutes walk from the central shopping area of the city. Visit City Square that has over 50 shop. Here tourists can enjoy a great shopping trip and purchase some locally made Waterford Crystal. Waterford has a great social scene with bars, restaurants and entertainment. |
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| Dunmore East |
| Located only 23km from Waterford city Dunmore East is a small, friendly fishing village. The village hosts a Mussel Festival every September which features exhibitions, cooking demonstrations, fishing and mussel tasting. Watersports are also abundant and the harbour has its own adventure centre. |
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| Tramore |
| Located only 8km from Waterford city, Tramore is a favourite summer resort for all the family. The beach has now become a surf capital of the south east. There is also a large amusement park opposite the promenade as well as Splashworld, an indoor aqua adventure centre and runamuck which is sure to keep the kids entertained. |
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