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17th September 2025
03:57pm BST
Sarah McKenna
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Life is hectic but one surefire way you to slow it down and embrace a slower pace is by booking a short break in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands.
There's no shortage of wellness attractions in this region, so pop on your Out Of Office and take a moment to relax and reset. On your next getaway, chill out in a hot tub as you gently cruise along Lough Ree, take a seaweed bath in Leitrim's woodlands and soak up nature's tranquility on a yoga walk in Tipperary.
With so many wellness activities waiting for you in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, it can be hard to know where to start. Thankfully, we've pin-pointed some of our favourite relaxation destinations to ensure that you return from your short break feeling relaxed, refreshed and rejuvenated.
The thrilling world of stand-up paddle-boarding meets the inherent gentleness and slow nature of yoga at SUPwell Ireland in Mullingar. With a SUP Yoga session, you'll find your balance on the paddle-board while connecting with nature, moving through yoga sequences and breathing mindfully. In addition to SUP Yoga, SUPwell invites guests to mix and match activities with saunas, forest-bathing and pop-up sunrise experiences also on offer.
An activity this soul-nourishing calls for a wholesome bite to eat afterwards, so, naturally, The Wholesome Kitchen is your go-to. This casual restaurant's mission is to make healthy meals tasty and fast, and the result is nothing short of delicious, with wok bowls, salads, wraps and smoothies all available.
With fresh air and peaceful scenery, your yoga experience becomes even more zen with Yoga Walks Ireland. During your next break in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, book a Yoga Walk on the foothills of the Galtee Mountains, where you'll learn proper poses and breathing techniques while taking in the picturesque Tipperary scenery.
To refuel after your Yoga Walk, grab a coffee and a tasty treat from the Praline Pastry Shop in Mitchelstown, Co. Cork, a must-visit on a trip where you prioritise self-care. Choose from the selection of soups and sandwiches, and afterwards indulge in a slice of decadent cake. After all, enjoying a treat every now and then is part of wellness!
Drumhierny Woodland Hideaway is a wellness haven surrounded by 100 acres of peaceful woodlands. Book a stay at one of the sanctuary's unique lodges and make the most of Drumhierny's incredible wellness amenities. Take in the beautiful surroundings as you relax into a seaweed bath, chill out in the hot tub, pop into the sauna or, to feel truly reinvigorated, book the Fire and Ice Experience.
After soaking up the very best of this outdoor sanctuary, head to the nearby Shannon Blueway for a walk or a cycle and enjoy refreshments at Jinnys Tea Rooms, which is open Thursday - Sunday.
Take your relaxation to a whole other level by booking a cruise with The Hot Tub Boat. Climb aboard the boat, settle into your luxury hot tub, and prepare yourself for a cruise of the Lough Ree. Enjoy a daytime tour of the Lough Ree, of if you'd prefer, catch a sunset and feast your eyes on a sky full of stars with one of the evening options.
If you fancy getting the adrenaline pumping after slowing down here, check out Baysports, Ireland's largest inflatable waterpark. Cap off a long day in Athlone by enjoying some great cuisine at the lakeside Wineport Lodge Restaurant.
So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your next short break to Ireland's Hidden Heartlands today.
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