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The importance of Festivals to Laois 

There is an abundance festivals taking place in Co Laois. Farming for Nature Festival Forest Fe...

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09.00 23 Jun 2026


The importance of Festivals to Laois 


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09.00 23 Jun 2026


There is an abundance festivals taking place in Co Laois. Farming for Nature Festival Forest Fest, The National Steam Rally, The Laois Walks Festival and of course Electric Picnic.bWhat makes Laois a hotbed for all these festivals? 

Claire chats to Tom Cosby is the owner of Stradbally Hall and Hannah Clarke Events Manager with Ballintubbert Gardens and House. 

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