MULCAHY PARK
The Park is named in honour of Richard Mulcahy who was an Irish fine gael politician and army general who served as Minister for Education as well as many other roles. The park was offically opened by President Mary McAleese on 29th May 1999. The park has two fenced off playgrounds with the newest one being a sensory playground.
The Suir Blueway runs 53km from Cahir to Carrick-on-Suir via Clonmel. It is comprised of kayaking , walking and cycling trails and, of course, the River Suir water sports amenity. Indeed, the river-based element is what makes it a blueway rather than a greenway.
The Suir Blueway is open for visitors all year round in Co Tipperary and it features a fantastic cycling route taking in Carrick-on-Suir; the home town of world renowned cyclists Sean Kelly and Sam Bennett.
Cycling is the perfect way to explore the river trails and view wildlife along Suir Blueway Tipperary. A 21km marked cycle route runs from along the river towpath from Clonmel to Kilsheelin and on to Carrick-on-Suir. The route is divided into four stages and is ideal for leisure cyclists of all abilities, with excellent picnicking spots along the way. Bring your own bike or one can be hired locally.
The blueway includes the Butler Trail ,an incredible 800 year old story of one of Ireland’s most influential families .The Butler Trail is fantastic journey through time that takes you around Cahir, Clonmel and Carrick-on-Suir in the south-east of Tipperary, A downloadable app includes three audio trails (available in English, French and German) and a travel guide of Ireland’s Ancient East. These trails will guide you around the ancient towns of Cahir, Clonmel, Carrick-On-Suir