Center Parcs Longford Forest

Center Parcs Longford Forest
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About

Ireland's first and only Center Parcs, set across 400 acres of woodland near Ballymahon. Home to the country's largest indoor water park, a multi-award-winning forest spa, and over 100 activities — all on a virtually car-free campus where bikes rule and wildlife roams.

Things to Do

Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Ireland's largest indoor water park, heated to 29.5°C year-round. Free and unlimited for guests — no booking needed. Features the 100m Tropical Cyclone raft ride, Wild Water Rapids, Lazy River, Typhoon two-seater slide, flumes for all ages, a wave pool, indoor and outdoor pools, and dedicated splash zones for toddlers. Open 9am–8pm daily, with a quiet hour at 9am on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Aqua Sana Forest Spa

Award-winning spa with 21 immersive thermal, hydrotherapy and relaxation experiences. Includes a Nordic Sauna with forest views, Ice Caves, outdoor pool with massage jets, heated loungers, and water beds. 3-hour Forest Spa sessions from €45, treatments from €55. Also runs complimentary wellbeing and sound-bathing sessions. Voted Spa of the Year 2024 and Evoke Wellness Spa of the Year 2025.

Aqua Sana Forest Spa

Aerial Adventure & Ziplining

A high-ropes course through the forest canopy with 15 sections including wobbly bridges and floating stairs, ending with a 170m zip line across the lake. Suitable for anyone over 1.22m tall. Costs around €32 per person. From September 2026, a new Treetop Glider (180m suspended track) joins the line-up.

Aerial Adventure & Ziplining

Laser Combat

Outdoor tactical game played in the forest with laser guns and wearable targets. Teams navigate obstacles and woodland cover in games of stealth and strategy. Suitable for ages 6+. A family of four costs around €88 for a 75-minute session.

Laser Combat

Lake & Water Sports

Paddle boarding (€32), electric boats (€27), kayaking, and raft building (€26) on the central lake. A man-made beach sits alongside for sunny days. All equipment and instruction provided.

Lake & Water Sports

Dining & Village Square

Eight restaurants including Huck's American Bar & Grill, Rajinda Pradesh (Indian), Bella Italia, The Pancake House (open 8:30am), Cara's Kitchen & Bar, and the Sports Café. Most have kids' play areas. The Coffee House serves barista coffee. A dine-in delivery service lets you mix dishes from different restaurants to your lodge. ParcMarket supermarket stocks essentials on-site.

Dining & Village Square

Cycling & Forest Walks

The resort is virtually car-free — everyone cycles or walks. Bike hire costs €35 per adult and €25.50 per child for a 3/4-night stay (all types available, including tag-alongs, trailers, and mobility scooters). You can bring your own bikes. Marked woodland trails let you spot red squirrels, pine marten, fallow deer, and native trout in the two natural watercourses.

Cycling & Forest Walks

Kids' Activities & Indoor Fun

Dedicated activities for all ages: Off-Road Explorers (mini electric Land Rovers, €12), Chocolate Chefs Academy, Pirate & Princess Adventure, and Wizard Academy (€33/3hrs, ages 3–7). Indoor options include pottery painting, teddy bear making, rock climbing, roller skating, bowling (€34.50/hr for up to 6), and two new escape rooms. A crèche is available (€28/3hrs, ages 3–23 months).

Kids' Activities & Indoor Fun

Plan Your Visit

  • Hours: Resort open year-round. Arrival from 10am on check-in day. Lodge access: Exclusive Lodges from 2pm, Forest Lodges/Apartments from 3pm, Woodland Lodges from 4pm. Subtropical Swimming Paradise: 9am–8pm daily (quiet hour 9am Wed & Sun).
  • Admission: No day-entry tickets — stays only. 3-night weekend (Fri–Mon), 4-night midweek (Mon–Fri), or 7-night breaks. Pricing is dynamic; off-season 4-night Woodland Lodge from ~€700; peak summer 3-night from ~€1,399. 30% deposit at booking, balance due 10 weeks before.
  • Parking: Car-free resort. Drive to your lodge to unload on arrival/departure day, then park in the main car park for the rest of your stay. Parking is free. Staggered entry times have been introduced to reduce congestion.
  • Food: 8 on-site restaurants: Huck's American Bar & Grill, Rajinda Pradesh (Indian), Bella Italia (Italian, open daily from 12pm), The Pancake House (from 8:30am), Cara's Kitchen & Bar (family-friendly, live music Sat), Sports Café (no booking needed, pool tables), plus The Coffee House. Dine-in delivery to lodges available. ParcMarket supermarket for self-catering. Most restaurants have children's play areas.

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