Dartfield - Ireland's Horseworld, Museum and Equestrian Park
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The Irish are famous for their horse culture. Dartfield highlights the
relationship between the Irish people and their horses.
The Museum is built on 350 acres of parkland. Informative displays and audiovisual
screens show the contribution of the horse from the earliest times to the
present day. Live exhibits of horse and pony breeds are a unique feature.
Dartfield owns the largest herd of Connemara ponies in the world. Activities
and amenities include nature trails, carriage rides, pony rides and horse riding.
For groups of 20+ there is clay pigeon shooting, archery, team games, treasure
hunts, guided farm walks and an interactive presentation of the Irish horse
(advance booking necessary). There is also a café and giftshop on site. Various
events run throughout the year, please telephone for details.

ADDRESS: Killreekill, Loughrea, Co. Galway
TEL: 091-843 968
FAX: 091-843 969
EMAIL: info@dartfieldhorsemuseum.com
WEBSITE: www.dartfieldhorsemuseum.com

LOCATION: East of Loughrea on N6 - main
Galway to Dublin road

SEASON: All Year

OPENING TIMES: Daily: 09.30-18.00 Last admission 17.00

GROUP BOOKINGS NECESSARY: Yes

BOOKING CONTACT: William Leahy

MANAGER: William Leahy

EDUCATION OFFICER: William Leahy

AVERAGE VISIT LENGTH: 1-11/2 hours

ENTRANCE FEES: Adult: €9.00 Child/ €5.00 / Student/OAP: €6.50 / Family: €20.00 (2A+2C) /
Group: €7.00 (10 or over)

GUIDED TOURS: Duration: 1 hour

AUDIO VISUAL: Seating: 40, Duration: 12 minutes
Languages: English

EXHIBITION: Evolution of the horse / breeds / carriages / live examples / interpretative
boards / hall of fame / art gallery / audio visual screens. Languages: English

RESTAURANT: Café serving light snacks

PICNIC AREA: Yes

SHOP: Yes

INFORMATION GUIDE: English

COACH PARKING: Yes

CAR PARKING: Yes

DISABLED ACCESS/TOILET: Yes