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Discover rare wildlife in the heart of the forest
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Bringing Center Parcs to Ireland
Longford Forest holiday breaks
Ireland
Nestled in 400 acres of beautiful historic forest just five kilometres from Ballymahon, Longford Forest is our first village in Ireland. You’ll find plenty of activities , restaurants and accommodation options tucked away amongst the trees, offering everything you need for a perfect short break.
Discover Ireland’s largest water park, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise
See wildlife including pine marten, red squirrels, grey herons and fallow deer
Stroll beside the two natural watercourses and spot native trout and salmon
Try Interactive Gaelic Games on the interactive Squash Court
Relax in Aqua Sana Spa , winner of the Best Spa in Ireland award 2020
Dine at the family-friendly Cara’s Kitchen and Bar , only at Longford Forest
All our villages are cashless and can no longer accept cash payments, including for the purchase of gift cards.
How to get to Center Parcs, Longford Forest by car
Our Eircode is N39 RH95
For more detailed directions, click below to plan your route on Google Maps.
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Other ways to travel
Via ferry
Getting the Ferry from the UK is easy, with daily services departing from Hollyhead to Dublin and Pembroke to Rosslare.
Via flight
Dublin airport is a 90-minute drive from Center Parcs, with direct flights from every corner of the UK, and car hire companies a short walk from the terminal. Ireland West Airport (Knock) is also only a 75-minute drive away, with direct flights from six UK airports.
Via bus
The 842 bus (operated by M4 direct ) departs from Dublin airport (Terminal 2 Bus Station) or Dublin City Center (Wellington Quay) and on request will drop off or collect you from Center Parcs.
Via rail
Daily train services are available from Dublin Connolly to Edgeworthstown via Irish Rail , finished with a 20-minute taxi ride to Center Parcs.
COVID-19 Safety Charter
Center Parcs Longford Forest has registered and completed the Fáilte Ireland’s COVID-19 Safety Charter.
For more information, please visit the Safety Charter website .
Take a closer look at Longford Forest
Activities at Longford Forest Discover a range of activities for all ages at Longford Forest.
AquaParc
Bounce, balance and zoom across our outdoor, inflatable water obstacle course, fun for all the family on the lake. Minimum age 6 years. Only available during Summer months.
Red Squirrel Family Adventure
The Red Squirrel Family Adventure session available at Whinfell Forest involves themed activities and a trail. Pre-book the adventure session.
Squash - Gaelic Games
Put your sports skills to the test and see who can hit targets with a kick or hurl of soft balls against an interactive wall. Suitable for all abilities, minimum age 3 years and an adult must be present.
Mini Captains' Adventure
Set sail on the Center Parcs lake with one adult and one child to complete the puzzle set. Book the Mini Captains' Adventure.
What's included
All of our Center Parcs villages have the same key features that make for a perfect short break:
Up to 400 acres of beautiful forest to explore
Free entry to the Subtropical Swimming Paradise water park, with rides, slides and splash pools
A watersports lake and beach
Up to 200 activities for all ages and fitness levels
Adventure playgrounds and picturesque picnic areas
More about what's included
News and updates about Longford Forest
Longford Forest news
Visiting Center Parcs Longford Forest? Read the latest news from Longford Forest.
Celebrating Longford Forest turning three
It’s been three years since Longford Forest opened and our first guests stepped foot on the village. Discover exclusive insights into those wonderful years and meet a family who has visited Longford Forest 10 times!
Hidden gems at Center Parcs
Take a peek at some of the hidden gems on our six villages and see if you can spot them on your next short break!
55,667 Lego bricks later…
Lego artist duo, Jessica and Faolán Farrell created a show-stopping replica of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise at Longford Forest.
From pine trees to pine martens – the wonderful wildlife of Longford Forest
While our lovely guests can’t come to Longford Forest, we thought we’d bring Longford Forest to you
*selected breaks, accommodation and locations only. Conditions apply.
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