An authentic insight into hill sheep farming and rural Irish life with working sheepdog demonstrations. Interaction with puppies and sheep shearing …
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Nov 7, 2024
We went 5 years ago, and the cost was 10 euros. When we wanted to return this November, which Mr. Joyce said was off season, but he indicated he would do tours by appointment. Now, he wanted to cha…Full review by OmaandOpa35
Sep 26, 2024
Discovered this place on Google maps while on vacation in the Connemara area. We enjoyed the working sheepdog demonstration - amazing skills by both the dogs and the shepherd. We loved meeting the sh…Full review by Ai Y
Sep 26, 2024
A great experience, Joe is very knowledgeable and entertaining. The dogs are beautiful. I didn't anticipate enjoying as much as I did. He is very well versed in the history of the locality. It may be…Full review by Siogcat
How long do you typically spend here? Also how often are the demonstrations. Trying to plan a hawk walk at Ashford Castle for noon or so and wondering if we’d be able to have lunch in Cong and make it to Joyce’s by 2:30 or so. Would we be in time for a sheepdog demonstration?
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The demonstration takes about an hour. It will take you about half an hour to get to Joe from Ashford but at this time of year you are better off ringing him to agree/ confirm a time. In …
The demonstration takes about an hour. It will take you about half an hour to get to Joe from Ashford but at this time of year you are better off ringing him to agree/ confirm a time. In Summer time he does his demos at 10, 12, 14 & 16 hours.
Hello! What is the best way to book a tour in advanced. I am from America so it is difficult to call internationally. Thank you! Emily
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I believe that the tours run at three fixed times daily (see the website) and when we called we were advised that we need not book in advance for those slots. However there is an …
I believe that the tours run at three fixed times daily (see the website) and when we called we were advised that we need not book in advance for those slots. However there is an email on the site and they are good about responding if you want to be sure or if you have a larger group. Enjoy! You will have a wonderful time.
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