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Birr
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Birr is one of Ireland’s finest Georgian heritage towns, renowned for its elegant streetscape, cultural heritage and scientific legacy. Located in south County Offaly at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, Birr offers visitors a unique blend of history, architecture and outdoor experiences. The town is home to the internationally celebrated Birr Castle Demesne, famous for its gardens and the Great Telescope, once the largest telescope in the world. Birr’s vibrant town centre features cafés, restaurants, independent shops and heritage attractions, while nearby cycling routes, walking trails and scenic countryside make it an ideal base for exploring Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.
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Historic heritage town with Georgian architecture, gardens, culture and outdoor activities
- Home to Birr Castle Demesne and the historic Great Telescope
- Excellent base for exploring the Slieve Bloom Mountains and surrounding cycling routes
- Vibrant town centre with cafés, restaurants, heritage trails and independent shops
Birr
Birr is located in south County Offaly near the Tipperary border, approximately 140 km from Dublin and close to the Slieve Bloom Mountains and River Shannon corridor.
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