Niall O'Reilly, Author at Coole Park Nature Reserve

Free Shuttle Bus Service

June 23, 2026

All Aboard the Yeats Gregory Explorer This summer marks the exciting launch of the ‘Yeats Gregory Explorer’ a FREE shuttle bus service, provided by the NationalParks and Wildlife Service, connecting the town of Gort with South Galway's leading visitor attractions. The service began on 1st June 2026 and will operate as a trial programme until 31st August 2026, offering a fantastic opportunity for locals and visitors to explore the rich cultural, literary, and natural heritage of our area without the...

Cobblestone Café at Coole Park Opening Wednesday

March 9, 2026

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We have a date Opening Wed 11th March 10am. Serving Teas/Coffees/Pastries/Cakes & sweet treats.We are so looking forward to welcoming you all to The Cobblestone — at Coole Park.

Tenders Invited for Tea Room Concession

January 5, 2026

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Halloween Beastly Laboratory!

October 28, 2025

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Step inside our Beastly Laboratory this Halloween to explore the weird and wonderful wildlife that lives in Coole Park. Dare to enter from Thursday 30th October to Sunday 2nd November in our Visitor Centre.

Park Notice

October 16, 2025

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Please note that a section of the walking trails behind the Walled Garden will be temporarily closed to facilitate the removal of invasive species. Please adhere to any signage in place.

PARK NOTICE

October 6, 2025

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We have been made aware of advertisements for a Lantern Festival event in Coole Park. We would like to advise the public that no such event is scheduled or approved to take place in Coole Park. Any official events would be listed on our website www.coolepark.ie or on our social media pages.

Park Notice – Weather Warning

October 2, 2025

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Please note that due to the Orange Wind Warning for Galway issued by Met Éireann for Friday 3rd October, Coole Park Nature Reserve and all associated services will be closed for the day. The park will reopen on Saturday 4th October once trails have been checked for any issues. We advise the public to adhere to this notice and not enter the the park during high winds for your own safety. We thank you for your cooperation. You can follow...

Coole Park Autumn Edition Newsletter 2025

September 30, 2025

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COOLE PARK AUTUMN NEWSLETTER 2025 Our Autumn Edition Newsletter is ready. Find out what’s been going on in Coole over the summer months and what you can look out for in the reserve this autumn. Click the link above to view.

Park Notice

September 17, 2025

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Please note our Visitor Centre will be closed to the public for a private event on Saturday 27th September.

Park Notice

September 17, 2025

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Please note that improvement works will commence on the car parks in Coole Park Nature Reserve from Monday 29th September and are anticipated to take 2-3 months to complete. The upgrades will begin with the car park closest to the Walled Garden, followed by the middle car park then the main car park, in succession. This upgrade will include installation of EV charging points and new layouts will improve visitor safety as well as increase parking capacity. Please adhere to...