Melanie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The park is situated on the site of the old castle demesne which was built by the Denny family in the 17th and 18th century. In 1826 the castle was demolished to make way for Denny street. Edward Denny subsequently landscaped the remaining area by planting trees, laying gravel paths. A gatekeepers lodge was also built on "The Green". In 1889 Edward died and the Denny family sold The Green to the Clements-Finnerty family. In 1922 The Green was sold to Tralee Urban District Council and it officially became Tralee Town Park.
A statue commemorating the original Rose of Tralee, Mary O'Connor was unveiled in 2009. The statue is located in the park's famous Rose Garden. There are many more stories attached to the Town park and well worth a visit any time of the year. Stop and take a look at the glass walls around the figures which list all the Rose winners from the renowned Rose of Tralee Festival held every august.
There is a lovely playground for the young and a fruit and vegetable garden to wander through.
It is a lovely stroll on a summer's evening before enjoying a show at our Siamsa Tire theatre longside it.
Town Park
Denny StreetThe park is situated on the site of the old castle demesne which was built by the Denny family in the 17th and 18th century. In 1826 the castle was demolished to make way for Denny street. Edward Denny subsequently landscaped the remaining area by planting trees, laying gravel paths. A gatekeepers lodge was also built on "The Green". In 1889 Edward died and the Denny family sold The Green to the Clements-Finnerty family. In 1922 The Green was sold to Tralee Urban District Council and it officially became Tralee Town Park.
A statue commemorating the original Rose of Tralee, Mary O'Connor was unveiled in 2009. The statue is located in the park's famous Rose Garden. There are many more stories attached to the Town park and well worth a visit any time of the year. Stop and take a look at the glass walls around the figures which list all the Rose winners from the renowned Rose of Tralee Festival held every august.
There is a lovely playground for the young and a fruit and vegetable garden to wander through.
It is a lovely stroll on a summer's evening before enjoying a show at our Siamsa Tire theatre longside it.
Siamsa Tire is home to Ireland's National Folk Theatre where in the summer months they present folk theatre productions and the rest of the year, they host a range of events including, drama, concerts, comedy, dance and opera. They also have a gallery space which displays the work of artists from both Ireland and abroad. Well worth taking a peak at their website for their list of shows or just drop in to visit the gallery. Also located right in the heart of Tralee next to the park.
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Siamsa Tire
Siamsa Tire is home to Ireland's National Folk Theatre where in the summer months they present folk theatre productions and the rest of the year, they host a range of events including, drama, concerts, comedy, dance and opera. They also have a gallery space which displays the work of artists from both Ireland and abroad. Well worth taking a peak at their website for their list of shows or just drop in to visit the gallery. Also located right in the heart of Tralee next to the park.
This is an iconic restored 1800s Windmill with a visitor centre, restaurant and historical exhibits. This is the largest working Windmill in Ireland. It is the the dominant landmark where Tralee meets the Dingle Peninsula.
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Blennerville Windmill
11 Windmill LnThis is an iconic restored 1800s Windmill with a visitor centre, restaurant and historical exhibits. This is the largest working Windmill in Ireland. It is the the dominant landmark where Tralee meets the Dingle Peninsula.
Located on the gateway to the Dingle Peninsula and on the Wild Atlantic Way, Tralee Bay Wetlands is a must. Designed as a microcosm of the wild nature reserve, it is a lovely relaxed place to visit even just to stroll around the grounds. it is also a perfect starting point for a picturesque stroll along the old tow path of Tralee Ship Canal to Blennerville Village. Cross over the Canal Swing bridge with views of Tralee Bay and the Windmill on your right. Turn left after the bridge onto Kearneys Road to return with a view of Tralee Bay Nature Reserve on your left. Log into www.KerryGems.com for full directions, descriptions and history of the area.
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Tralee Bay Wetlands
Ballyard RoadLocated on the gateway to the Dingle Peninsula and on the Wild Atlantic Way, Tralee Bay Wetlands is a must. Designed as a microcosm of the wild nature reserve, it is a lovely relaxed place to visit even just to stroll around the grounds. it is also a perfect starting point for a picturesque stroll along the old tow path of Tralee Ship Canal to Blennerville Village. Cross over the Canal Swing bridge with views of Tralee Bay and the Windmill on your right. Turn left after the bridge onto Kearneys Road to return with a view of Tralee Bay Nature Reserve on your left. Log into www.KerryGems.com for full directions, descriptions and history of the area.