Burren GAA

The GAA club in Burren is where you'll find proper local sport if you're staying anywhere near Newry. It's a working sports facility, not a tourist attraction in the conventional sense, but if you've got kids mad for Gaelic football or hurling, or you fancy catching a weekend match, it's worth knowing about. The club hosts games throughout the season and you'll get a genuine feel for how these sports matter in this part of Northern Ireland. Admission to matches is usually cheap or free depending on what's on, though you'll want to check ahead for fixture dates. Allow a couple of hours if you're watching a game, longer if you plan to grab a drink afterwards. Best time to visit is autumn through spring when the main GAA season runs. If you're camping at Kilbroney Caravan Park just down the road, you're well-placed to pop over on a Saturday afternoon without much fuss. It won't replace a day out at a proper tourist site, but if you want to see local life actually happening rather than performing for visitors, this is it. Families with teenage sports fans will get more from it than younger kids, and anyone who knows the GAA already will appreciate the chance to watch a competitive match.