Kilronan Castle Woodland Trail, Co Roscommon

Difficulty: Easy Time: 1-1.5 hours Distance: 4.5km

This 19th-century castle is now a luxury hotel and spa. It’s a romantic destination in a secluded location, where you’ll enjoy a forest walk along Lough Meelagh’s northern shore. Red trail signage meanders along woodland paths as far as Doon Point on the lake’s western fringes. With swans flitting along the water, the lake boasts lovely reflections on a calm winter’s day. visitroscommon.ie

Afters: Prolong the atmosphere of the estate by spoiling yourself and someone special with a cocktail, drink or afternoon tea at the castle; kilronancastle.ie