At Castle Varagh Hotel · Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath
Join bat specialist Tina Aughney for an engaging evening exploring the fascinating world of local bat species and their ecology. The event begins with an indoor talk at Castle Varagh Hotel, followed by light refreshments and a guided nocturnal bat walk around Castlepollard village to observe bats in action. Bring a bat detector if you have one.
This event runs during National Heritage Week, 15-23 August 2026. Admission is free. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. No previous experience with bats is required.
Castlepollard is located on the R394 road north of Mullingar. The Castle Varagh Hotel is in the town centre and accessible by car.
Heading to Castle Varagh Hotel in Castlepollard? Westmeath has plenty more to see. Read the Castlepollard area guide, find what else is on, and explore the towns and villages nearby.