Center Parcs Longford Forest

Center Parcs Longford Forest
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About

Ireland's first Center Parcs sits in 400 acres of forest beside Ballymahon, built around the country's largest indoor water park and a car-free village of lodges, lakeside beach and woodland trails.

Things to Do

Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Ireland's largest indoor water park, heated to 29.5°C all year. Rides include the Wild Water Rapids, the 100m Tropical Cyclone raft ride, the Typhoon and flumes, plus indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpools and splash zones for little ones. Entry is unlimited and free throughout your break, no booking needed.

Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Aerial Adventure and treetop thrills

A treetop high-ropes course rising up to 12 metres, finishing on a zip wire. Minimum height 1.22m and maximum weight 17.9 stone/114kg. A new Treetop Glider ride, a 180m glide through the canopy, arrives in September 2026.

The lake and beach

A sandy beach and lake sit at the heart of the village, free to enjoy. Hire a double kayak or canoe to get on the water, or simply relax lakeside while the children play.

Bowling, golf and the Sports Plaza

A themed nine-hole Adventure Golf course, 45-minute ten-pin bowling sessions at the Leisure Bowl, an indoor climbing wall and a sports hall. Games suit up to four people; note bowling shoes are no longer provided, so bring suitable footwear.

Aqua Sana Forest Spa

21 spa experiences inspired by natural landscapes, from hot springs to a forest glade. Named Spa of the Year at the Professional Beauty & Hair Ireland Awards 2024, with spa sessions bookable on top of your break.

Forest trails, cycling and wildlife

Walk or cycle waymarked paths among the pines; look for pine marten, red squirrels, grey herons and fallow deer, and spot trout and salmon in the two natural watercourses. The Cycle Centre hires bikes for all ages.

Eating on site

Cara's Kitchen & Bar is the family-friendly mainstay, with Huck's American Bar & Grill, Rajinda Pradesh (Indian), The Pancake House, Bella Italia and Sports Café also on the village. Restaurant Runner delivers to your lodge daily, and ParcMarket covers self-catering.

Plan Your Visit

  • Hours: Subtropical Swimming Paradise: 9am-8pm daily, with a quiet hour at 9am on Wednesday and Sunday. On arrival day you can use the village from 10am; lodges open from 2pm (Exclusive), 3pm (Forest Lodges, Hotels & Apartments) and 4pm (Woodland). On departure day, leave your accommodation by 10am but facilities stay open until midnight.
  • Parking: The village is designed to be car-free: park in the main car park for your stay, with parking outside lodges available during check-in. Accessible parking bays and over 50 EV charging points (via the Monta app) are provided; EV points can be pre-booked.
  • Food: On-site restaurants include Cara's Kitchen & Bar, Huck's American Bar & Grill, Rajinda Pradesh, The Pancake House, Bella Italia, Sports Café and The Coffee House, plus Canopy Café and Bar at the pool. Restaurant Runner delivers to lodges daily from 4:30pm-10pm (last orders 9:30pm), and ParcMarket is the on-site supermarket.

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