Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
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Included / Excluded
- Admission to Caherconnell Fort and Sheepdog Demos. Demos scheduled for 14.00 daily.
Itinerary
Caherconnell Stone Fort, situated 1km south of Poulnabrone dolmen in the heart of the Burren Ireland, offers you the opportunity to visit an exceptionally well - preserved example of the stone forts or stone ringforts which are to be found in the Burren Ireland. The fort is in its original state. Its position, overlooking virtually all-surrounding areas suggests a defensive settlement. Archaeological excavations take place each summer in association with 'CAFS' - Caherconnell Archaeological Field School- an International Field School accredited by NUI, Galway. As well as a trip to the Fort, visitors can also take in the Burren's Premier Sheepdog Demonstrations at Caherconnell, enjoying the combined skills of the farmer and the border collie as they work in the natural habitat of the Burren. The sheepdog demonstration times are available on our website
Meeting point
Start Location
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
Enjoyable
This was such a fun and different experience.
A must see!!
Pat gave us an amazing tour with lots of jokes and Aaron put on a great demonstration with the hardworking and adorable sheep dogs. Was one of our best experiences while visiting Ireland!!
Sheepdogs
We had a great time. The shepherd was very knowledgeable and funny. The weather wasn’t the best but we still had a great time! Highly recommended!
Fort was impressive
The tour of the fort was excellent! Very informative and professional! The guide was well versed. The Sheepdog demo was okay. One of the dogs clearly did not have a good connection with the Shepard. The connection for the other 2 were good but not great. I say those words purposely. It has been my experience that it has nothing to do with the dog itself like the shepherd kept saying but more to do with the connection of the shepherd and the dog, ie the shepherd. Usually the Shepherd has too much of an ego. There go, I felt like we literally paid to watch the dogs practice versus a well oiled demonstration of sheep herding. They kept saying the sheep herding experience is covered but that is all. No heaters and the sides are open air, so you are purely covered from above and that is all. Come prepared with hat, gloves and raincoat.
Great experience for all ages
Dogs are so bright, we watched them heard the sheep and understand all the whistle sounds for each dog. There is a tea room with lovely soup, sandwiches and sweet treats. We also did the guided tour, highly recommend. James s a great storyteller.