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Daingean Header Image Ruined Stone Church Tower Surrounded By Autumn Trees

Daingean

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Daingean is a historic small town in east County Offaly, rich in heritage and surrounded by canal and bogland landscapes. Formerly known as Philipstown, the town developed as an important administrative and market centre and retains many historic connections to Offaly’s social and political history. Today Daingean offers visitors a peaceful rural setting with access to local walking and cycling amenities, including the Grand Canal corridor and the nearby Mount Lucas Wind Farm trails.

Things to Know

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Historic market town with canal heritage and lovely walking and picnic spots

  • Formerly known as Philipstown and historically important in Offaly’s administrative history
  • Located on the Grand Canal and close to Mount Lucas Wind Farm walking and cycling trails
  • Convenient base for exploring east Offaly’s bogland and rural landscapes

Daingean

Daingean is just a short drive from Edenderry. It’s also just 20 minutes by car to Tullamore.

Daingean, Co. Offaly

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