Looking for rainy day activities in Roscommon? Need some ideas for things to do to keep the kids occupied when it’s wet outside? Here are our favourite suggestions to make your job a little easier, whatever the weather is doing.
Indoor Activities
Boda Borg @ Lough Key Forest & Activity Park
Lough Key Forest & Activity Park in Boyle, Co. Roscommon is set in the grounds of the old King-Harman Estate on the shores of island-studded Lough Key, and is well worth a detour. You can spend hours experiencing the quests in Boda Borg, a unique activity in Ireland, suitable for adults and children over 7 years old — and it’s completely weather independent.
The Boda Borg is divided into 15 quests containing up to 47 individual challenges. To get through the quests you’ll need teamwork, ingenuity and a bit of trial and error. Solving one challenge opens the door to the next, along with another dose of curiosity, laughter and excitement. Teams need a minimum of 3 people and a maximum of 5, and pre-booking is recommended.
Some more indoor activities to try:
- Another favourite rainy day activity is a visit to Roscommon Leisure Zone. Let the kids bowl, run, bounce and play for a couple of hours while you join in the fun or relax with a cup of coffee.
- Head to Graune Pet Farm and Playcentre for more indoor fun — play soccer, bounce on the inflatable kingdom, or race the go-karts on the indoor track. If the rain eases off, head outside to see the animals too.
Go Reading
There’s nothing nicer than curling up with a good book on a miserable day. Most of the libraries in Roscommon have an extensive range of children’s material and inviting children’s areas with cosy corners, and many run story-telling sessions, arts and craft groups and other special events for children too.
Go Swimming
How about going for a swim? A trip to the pool is a great way to burn off excess energy on a rainy day. There’s a great public pool at Roscommon Leisure Centre. Don’t forget a drink and snack for afterwards.
Enjoy Some Heritage
Arigna Mining Experience Centre in Roscommon was developed to preserve the energy heritage of the Arigna Valley and its link with energy themes past, present and future. This centre gives visitors a unique insight into what coal mining life was like in the Arigna Valley, from its beginnings in the 1700s until closure in 1990.
Strokestown Park House in Strokestown is a faithfully restored 18th century mansion. It’s unique in that it retains its original furnishings, and professionally guided tours let visitors browse freely through the stately surroundings.
In the heartland of Connacht, a forgotten landscape is brought to light at the award-winning Cruachan Ai Heritage Centre. An amazing array of archaeological remains lie within a four-mile radius of the centre, dating from the Stone Age through to the historic period, all interpreted in bright, modern exhibition rooms.
Get Outside
Sometimes you’ve just got to get out and get wet! Put on the raingear and wellies and go for a walk in the rain. Most kids love splashing in puddles, and it’s a great way to release pent-up energy after being cooped up inside. See our Top 10 Things to Do Outside in the Rain for inspiration.
Warm up afterwards with a hot bath or shower, dry clothes and a hot chocolate. Then why not pull out a board game or snuggle up on the couch with a movie — a perfect end to a wet day.
Related reading: 50 Fun Rainy Day Activities for Kids, What to Do on a Rainy Day and Activities for a Rainy Day
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rainy day activities in Roscommon?
Roscommon has plenty of indoor options for wet weather, including Boda Borg’s team challenges at Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, play and bowling at Roscommon Leisure Zone, indoor play at Graune Pet Farm and Playcentre, swimming at Roscommon Leisure Centre, and heritage visits to Arigna Mining Experience, Strokestown Park House and Cruachan Ai Heritage Centre.
Is there anything suitable for younger children on a rainy day in Roscommon?
Yes — soft play and indoor activity areas like Graune Pet Farm and Playcentre and Roscommon Leisure Zone suit younger children well, and local libraries often run story-time sessions perfect for little ones.
Are there indoor activities in Roscommon for older kids and teens?
Boda Borg is a great option for children aged 7 and up, as its team challenges suit older kids and teens. Heritage sites such as Arigna Mining Experience and Cruachan Ai Heritage Centre also work well for older children with an interest in history.
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- What to Do on a Rainy Day
- Activities for a Rainy Day
- Top 10 Things to Do Outside in the Rain
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