A beautiful harbour town wedged between the Atlantic and the mountains. Exceptional seafood, cosy pubs, a working fishing fleet and dramatic scenery in every direction.

Ireland's gourmet capital — a colourful coastal town with excellent restaurants, a pretty harbour and the striking star-shaped Charles Fort just outside.

A beautifully preserved medieval city with a magnificent castle, a strong craft and design scene and some very good pubs along the Medieval Mile. The easiest one to reach from Gloster.

Ireland's most photographed landmark, with 8km of cliffs rising over 200m above the Atlantic. Pair it with the extraordinary lunar limestone landscape of the Burren next door.

Ireland's 2,500km coastal route from Donegal down to Cork. You don't need to drive all of it — even a single day along the Clare and Galway stretch is unforgettable.

A 179km loop around the Iveragh Peninsula taking in mountains, lakes, beaches and coastline. One of Europe's great drives — allow a full day for it.

Wild, empty and stunningly beautiful. Bog, mountains and lakes, with Kylemore Abbey and the Twelve Bens. Arguably the most atmospheric landscape in the country.

A gorgeous Georgian town at the foot of Croagh Patrick on Clew Bay. Great pubs, live music and a jumping-off point for Achill Island.

A gorgeous seaside village on the DART line just south of Dublin, with a castle, island, and some of the best pubs in the county. Walk up Killiney Hill for the view, then work your way along Castle Street.

The trad music capital of Ireland and the jumping-off point for the Aran Islands and the Cliffs of Moher. Three legendary pubs in one small village — sessions run most nights of the week.

Often called Ireland's prettiest village, and it lives up to it — thatched cottages, a medieval abbey and the grand Adare Manor estate. An easy and very photogenic stop.

A well-loved local with a warm welcome and a good pint. Popular with Birr regulars and a reliable choice for a relaxed evening.

Where we'll be on the Thursday evening from about 8pm after the rehearsal dinner. A characterful craft bar in a beautiful old stone building — one of the nicest spots in town.

A classic thatched country pub just outside Birr in Crinkill. Great food, cosy fires and exactly the sort of place you picture when you think of an Irish pub.

A small, traditional pub near Merrion Square with a genuinely local feel. No frills, no gimmicks, just a very good pint.

A superb Dublin 4 local with a great crowd and one of the better pints of Guinness in the city. Popular on rugby days.

A lovely coastal pub in Sandycove, minutes from the Forty Foot. Perfect for a pint after a walk along the seafront.

Up in the Dublin Mountains with panoramic views over the whole city and bay. Sunsets here are hard to beat and there's often live music outside.

A famous Dalkey pub with a long list of well-known regulars over the years. Great atmosphere and a lovely village setting.

Another Dalkey favourite, right in the heart of the village. Well worth combining with a walk up Killiney Hill for the views.

A smart Baggot Street bar that's equally good for an early evening pint or a long session. Excellent food and a big rugby crowd.