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    Escape to the country at Florence Court

    A grand house, walled garden, lush parkland and woodland trails await on one of Northern Ireland’s finest estates
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    County Fermanagh
    Historic landmarks
    1 hour 50 mins from Belfast International Airport

    This elegant 18th-century home features an array of delightful attractions.

    Come to Florence Court for a guided tour of the historic house, stay for the natural beauty and a few surprising extras. The sublime Georgian mansion is, of course, the main draw. The original building dates back to 1720 and was constructed by Sir John Cole and named after his wife Florence. The structure you see today was then built by the couple’s son in the 1750s. The house holds a fantastic collection of period Irish furniture, as well as some of the finest Rococo plasterwork on the island. Several walking trails on the parkland and woodland that surrounds the house showcase the best of County Fermanagh’s landscapes, including mountains, the famous lakes and the legendary 250-year-old Florence Court yew tree, which is the mother plant of every Irish yew tree around the world!

    But there’s more. Garden lovers can amble around a pretty walled garden and a kitchen garden that’s currently being restored to its former 1930s heyday. Don’t miss the two original glasshouses that would’ve produced fruit and vegetables for the estate a century ago. Other notable sights are the sawmill and water wheel, the old forge where blacksmiths once plied their trade, and the native Irish apple orchard. Like the sound of this? You can make the most of your visit by staying the night as two accommodation options are available at Florence Court. Choose from a cosy 18th-century butler’s apartment with period furnishings and a postcard-perfect red-bricked rose cottage that was once the head gardener’s abode.

    Florence Court, County Fermanagh

    Need to know

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    Florence Court’s opening times vary by season, so make sure to check ahead of time online. Apart from during winter, the house and grounds are generally open daily from 10am-6pm.

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    Facilities at the site include a car park, café, tea room, book shop and toilets.

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    While the grounds are mainly gravel and grass paths, there are designated accessible routes. A mobility scooter and wheelchair are also available to use, and disability access toilets are provided.

    Things to see and do nearby

    Enniskillen Taste Experience

    Taste the best of Fermanagh’s local produce. Indulge your inner foodie and discover a unique perspective of the only island town in Ireland on the Enniskillen Taste Experience. On this this 3-hour gourmet tasting tour, you’ll experience the tastes, sounds and sights of Enniskillen.

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    Enniskillen Castle

    Situated beside the River Erne in County Fermanagh, was built almost 600 years ago by Gaelic Maguires. It was strategically important throughout its history. In the 17th century it became a garrison fort and later a military barracks. Enjoy the many seasonal events and exhibitions including The Inniskillings Museum within the castle grounds and Fermanagh County Museum's Medieval Maguires display.

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    Lough Erne Resort

    Lough Erne Resort is Northern Ireland's five-star countryside retreat. Dine by the lakes, walk in nature, play championship golf, pamper yourself in The Thai Spa or discover the beautiful Fermanagh attractions.

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    Marble Arch Caves

    Marble Arch Caves- Magical, Unique and Memorable. The Marble Arch Caves is a major tourist attraction, set in the picturesque foothills of Cuilcagh Mountain, just a short journey from the Island town of Enniskillen in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland.

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    Upper And Lower Lough Erne

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    Crom Estate

    Set on the shores of Upper Lough Erne in County Fermanagh, Crom is one of Ireland's most important nature conservation areas.

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    Janus Figure, Boa Island

    On the island you can find a small, pleasant, if rather nondescript graveyard called Caldragh Cemetery. But standing incongruously amongst the 19th & 20th century headstones are two remarkable figures. A larger two-sided stone figure known as the Dreenan Figure (Janus Figure), and a smaller single-sided figure known as the Lustymore Man.

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    Monea Castle

    Built for Malcolm Hamilton and completed in 1618, it has a Scottish look about it, with corner turrets at one narrow end of a rectangular four-storey building and with two massive full-height round towers having angular tops guarding the entrance.

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    Castle Coole

    Castle Coole one of Ireland's finest Neo-classical houses, allowing visitors to glimpse what life was like in the home of the Earls of Belmore. Discover the story of the people who lived and worked below stairs as you explore the servants quarters.

    4/5

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    Belle Isle Castle

    Nestling close to the water's edge and set within a landscape of lakes and islands of gently rolling hills and fragrant woods, Belle Isle Castle provides self catering or fully catered accommodation.

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    Share Discovery Village

    Beautiful 23 acre lake shore site (learn to sail wind surf or canoe on site). There is a TV room, indoor and outdoor play areas, art and drama activities. Enjoy membership of Share's Leisure club for duration of stay with indoor swimming pool.

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