It’s about time for the February school mid-term break in Ireland! So why not take the kids to explore the lush green heartlands of the country in Lough Key?
Brimming with diverse scenery, it is an ideal day out for your family, with ample activities for kids and adults alike. It’s also where you’ll find Zipit and our Lough Key Adventure Park!
This mid-term break, experience the great outdoors like never before with February fun at Lough Key, Roscommon. We’ve created this guide to all the activities you can enjoy here. If you have any questions for us about our course, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Have Fun in the Canopies at Zipit Forest Adventures, Lough Key, Roscommon
Embrace nature amidst the treetops at Zipit! With five circuits suitable for anyone over seven years, Zipit is filled with adventure, thrill and challenges, making your outdoor experience worth it.
Climb to the treetops, swing on the cargo nets, and zip through one of the many ziplines! Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or just want to get active and do an outdoor activity, our Lough Key Forest Park Course offers three hours of fun in nature.
Get off the screens and head outdoors this mid-term break for a fun-filled getaway! You can book on our website and check out our Lough Key Guide for more ideas of what to do in the area.
Outside of the mid-term break, our forest park makes an excellent setting for a kid’s party. Check our our guide to Birthday Party Venues In Roscommon For Kids for more ideas!
Enjoy the Walking and Cycling Trails at Lough Key
The Lough Key Forest and Activity Park is home to numerous trails where you can explore the park’s historical features, including 19th-century parkland with majestic trees, follies, and canals.
Multiple cycle trails and walkways are available, suitable for biking with kids. With approximately eight km of scenic route for walking or cycling through the Boyle Marina, you can explore Lough Key at your own pace.
Don’t forget to have a quick pit stop at Lakeside Cafe, located in the visitor centre, to enjoy some comforting hot drinks and grab a satisfying and delicious snack! To learn about even more activities you can enjoy here, read our blog on Outdoor Adventures Roscommon’s Beautiful Forests.
Embark on a Quest at Boda Borg
Everyone loves challenges. And this one’s unique! If you are looking to do something different, Boda Borg offers 15 quests and 47 challenges! Visitors of all ages will love this multi-dimensional questing experience!
Suitable for anyone over seven years old, Boda Borg keeps you on your toes throughout its series of themed rooms. With ingenuity, multiple tasks, teamwork, and some skill, you’ve to progress through all 47 challenges to get your way out. Explore new paths with every adventure, filled with curiosity, fun, and excitement.
Go on the Treasure Trail
If you want to take your quest outside, the Lough Key Treasure Trail takes you on a thrilling chase through the forest. Designed for kids between five and 12, adults can help guide children along their journey, where they’ll have solve clues and use teamwork. Your group will be given a pack as part of the adventure, which contains a special prize once you’ve completed the treasure hunt!
Sail the Waters of Lough Key
In the middle of the forest park is the beautiful Lough Key, where you can go kayaking and boating. Sail past the green trees and between islands, where you’ll come across historic landmarks like McDermott Island. Whether you join a guided boat tour or take reigns with paddling, Lough Key offers the perfect setting for some family fun.
Even More Adventures Await in Ireland!
Are you ready to head outdoors this mid-term break and spend the well-deserved time with your kids? If you’ve been wondering where to head to, Lough Key is the place to be! For more details on how to get here, read our Directions to Zipit Forest Adventures in Lough Key.
If you’re planning on enjoying similar activities throughout Ireland during your mid-term break, luckily for you we have multiple locations! Should you be travelling near Dublin, we have a Tibradden Wood Zipit Adventure Park. And if you’re in County Cork, you can make a stop at our Farran Park Zipit!
Ready to book your adventure? Feel free to get in touch with our team if you have any questions!
