Sunday, October 9, 2016

A Fun Day In and Around Limerick

After a scenic ride down country roads, we were treated to tea and scones at Molanna Dairy Farm.


Molanna Dairy Farm


Our host shared stories of his family and the farm they have called home for generations.




Tea and Scones


Dairy farm tour


Freshly mown hay






Following the dairy farm tea and tour we boarded the motor coach for    
our lunch stop in Adare.



In Adare we enjoyed lunch and a walk about town.


Adare still has several buildings with thatched roofs.



Old church in Adare




Castle ruins are everywhere in Ireland


Here we are in Limerick.
St. John's Castle 


St. John's Castle is on the River Shannon 



Treaty Stone
Treaty was signed in 1691 granting rights to Irish Catholics
regarding political and religious liberty.
Limerick is known as the "city of the violated treaty."


Crossing the River Shannon on the motor coach 


We attended a medieval banquet at Knappogue Castle for dinner.


Dinner being served at Knappogue Castle


Following dinner we were entertained by our "hosts".


The George Hotel
Limerick

Next destination, The Cliffs of Moher and the Burren.

Peace,Myra




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