The ‘fabulous' attraction with huge maze, crazy golf, zip wire and animals – and it's just one hour from Dublin
The Kildare Maze is a must-visit destination for families this
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The Kildare Maze is one of Ireland's most underrated attractions
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It's home to one of the largest mazes in the country
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And there's even animals on-site
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Just a short drive from Prosperous village in
The highlight for visitors is the massive hedge maze that's one of the largest of its kind in the country - and it's open all summer long.
It's a fun and challenging spot with winding paths, tricky turns and a viewing tower in the centre.
It reads on their website: 'Leinster's largest hedge maze is a fabulous attraction located just outside Prosperous in the north Kildare countryside.
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'We are focused on providing a challenging and exciting day out with good old fashioned fun for families at an affordable price.
'Out in the fresh air, this is a great place for families to enjoy a day together.'
One of the standout features is the wooden maze, where
There's also an adventure trail, balance beams and even a zip wire for a quick thrill across the play area.
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The park is designed to suit kids of all ages, with open lawns and lots of attractions that keep
This includes crazy golf, a toddler play zone, and a pets' corner with animals such as goats and pigs.
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For younger children, there is the toddler area that is fenced and fitted with safe ground surfacing, small slides, swings and a sandpit.
Other features include a balancing beam, picnic tables and sheltered spots to relax or
The maze also offers toilet facilities, a small shop, and on-site parking – making it easy and stress-free for a family day out.
'The value was fantastic'
What's more, with everything included in one admission price that starts at only €7 per child, it's a great value destination during school holidays.
And for parents, adult tickets will only set you back €9.
Open daily in summer and weekends in spring and autumn, the Kildare Maze draws families from all over the country – especially on sunny days.
Visitors have shared their thoughts on
One wrote: 'the value was fantastic! The whole afternoon cost less than the takeaway food (in the local town) afterwards.'
Another commented: 'My two boys- 6 and 9- had great fun and the crazy golf and playgrounds were an added bonus. Staff were so nice and toilets were very clean.
A third said: "Mazes are great and they enjoyed the mini golf too. Place was really clean and well kept."
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The maze features a play area for kids
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