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Prose, Petticoats & Politics: a day of fashion, style & stately elegance.


  • Edgeworthstown Edgeworthstown, LD Ireland (map)

A one-day journey through Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, celebrating the stories of strong, stylish women in literature and public life

Route: Cavan ➝ Edgeworthstown ➝ Boyle ➝ Return to Cavan

Solo-friendly | Story-rich

Route Overview

Tour Highlights at a Glance:

📍 Edgeworthstown – Visit the Festival of Literature & Arts - Fashion in the Lifetime of Maria Edgeworth

📍 Boyle – Guided tour of King House - expect Georgian Elegance meets a Presidents Legacy

Departure: 9.30am sharp from Hotel Kilmore, Co. Cavan
Return: Approx. 6:00pm to Hotel Kilmore
Morning tea & lunch included 

STOP 1 – Edgeworthstown

The Pen & the Petticoat

• Visit the hometown of pioneering author Maria Edgeworth
• Enjoy the featured event:
🎩 “Fashion in the Lifetime of Maria Edgeworth”
– An illustrated talk on Georgian-era dress and daily life


STOP 2 – Boyle

From Mansions to Modern Voices

  • Tour King House – a stunning Georgian townhouse built in 1720

  • Admire the State gifts & presidential outfits of Mary McAleese - one of four historic collections on display at King House

  • Reflect on the changing roles of women through time

  • Meet with local storytellers & artists (optional add-on)

  • Enjoy lunch in Boyle & finish with an afternoon shopping spree.

Day trip cost: €110

 

🚌 Car-Free | Care-Free | Story-Rich Travel
👭 Solo-friendly – come away with us

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