Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations: Discover Irish History and Present-Day Farming Culture

At Caherconnell, contemporary customs and past chronicles harmoniously unite. Not only can tourists delve into the historical and archaeological aspects of our ancestors, but they can also witness the agricultural traditions of the Burren, inherited and perpetuated across ages.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations - 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….
What's Included
  • Admission to Caherconnell Fort
  • Sheepdog Demos at 14:00 daily
Location
Caherconnell Stone Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pamelap558
Feb 6, 2025
Exceded expectations! - This was a highlight of our trip. The demonstration was remarkable. We learned about the process of teaching the sheep dogs how to follow directions The dogs ranged from beginners to experienced and from serious to cheeky. Just amazing. The fort was eye opening to someone like me who knew little about Celtic history.
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Y651hvpeter
Dec 10, 2024
Informative humourous and engaging. - The place is very professionally run. The sheepdog demonstration is the best in the business. The facilities are class. Where you are protected from the elements on a wet or windy day. The fort walk was very informative and delivered with knowledge and humour. I would highly recommend this tourist attraction.
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Carolynsr6754lt
Nov 19, 2024
Do Both the Stone Fort Tour and Sheepdog Demo! Really interesting! - Both the stone fort tour and the sheepdog demonstration were wonderful!! Lots of interesting information and history in the stone fort tour, but not overwhelming - and the sheepdog demo was fun and fascinating. Highly recommend doing both when you go!
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Christinawall11
Nov 6, 2024
Fun, Funny & Informative - Not only was this informative but funny!! Definitely a must do if you are visiting the Cliffs, just a small detour over. Pictures with the sheep and also got to pet the dogs. Jill was my fav 😂😂
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Z5733kilauras
Nov 3, 2024
#welovesheepdogs - What a fascinating and fun demonstration of how you work with your adorable sheepdogs! Also, the guided fort tour was so amusing and explanatory that we stuck with it despite the rain and cold! Thank you so much for a perfect few hours!
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Alexmr9912hn
Nov 1, 2024
Fantastic staff and experience!! - This was an absolutely fantastic experience!! John, our shepherd, was very knowledgeable and engaging! I loved chatting with John after the demonstration about his dogs and his experience! John really cares about his dogs and takes pride in his work, I was very impressed! As an animal lover and working in the veterinary career, the experience was extremely worth our time. The staff was lovely and very helpful. This has definitely been a highlight of my trip in Ireland and I will recommend it to any ages!
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Dawnra7384qp
Oct 31, 2024
Entertaining Sheepdog Demo! - We went to the sheepdog demonstration, which was very unique and entertaining. The worker who was handling the sheepdogs explained everything well, and it was incredible to watch the dogs work. It was also a bonus to get to meet and pet them at the end. A favorite of the trip for some in the group but well enjoyed by all. Definitely worth the time!
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Overpacker4ever
Oct 30, 2024
WORTH THE STOP - Throughly enjoyed our visit here, well worth the few hours spent here. We purchased the combination ring fort tour with the sheep dog demonstration. Everyone was very personable and extremely informative, a well set up establishment. Small cafe, small gift shop and clean restrooms on site. Bonus is that the Paulnabrone Burial Tomb park is just a few minutes further up the road and you are able to do a small walk about and see the actual Burren terrain up close.
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Mariejustinec
Oct 21, 2024
Great experience! - We had an amazing time! Really worth a visit. Was very happy I could pet the dogs after the demonstration. We also visited the fort and enjoyed it despite the Irish weather :)
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Albertsalichs
Oct 29, 2024
Very interesting remains of a town - Caherconnell Stone Fort is located in a natural area called The Burren, in Western Ireland. We came here to visit the stone fortress, which was inhabited during 4500 years until the 17th Century. It is a very interesting place to know the history of the country without castles and monasteries. You can walk around the ruins of the town and see the wall and the remains of some houses. Also, there is a little shop and visitors center.
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