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Try your hand at a range of new activities this June at ‘Give It a Go’, which takes place at The Gleneagle Hotel from June 11-14.

Organised by Active Retirement Ireland and The Gleneagle Hotel, ‘Give It a Go’ is an action-packed break which gives people the opportunity to try out a range of activities while also enjoying a holiday in beautiful Killarney.

Active Retirement Ireland President Kay Murphy said, "It's great to be involved with the ‘Give It a Go’ festival again this year, as it showcases what Active Retirement is all about - fun, friendship and trying new things. The Gleneagle, in beautiful Killarney, is a great place to visit, and this event is sure to be a lot of fun for everyone who is young of heart."

There are all sorts of activities lined up including bridge, indoor bowls, tennis, water-aerobics, yoga, Pilates, golfing, pitch and putt, cycling, art, set dancing and social dancing, as well as educational seminars including talks on cookery, flower arranging, computer technology, hair care and skin care. These activities and seminars all take place in or around The Gleneagle Hotel and are included in the price of the package.

There is also the option to avail of day tours along the Ring of Kerry and Dingle and Slea Head for an additional €25 per person per tour.

And because no trip to The Gleneagle would be complete without nights brim full with legendary live entertainment, there will be performances by Gina and the Champions, Shay O’Callaghan, Eddie Keogh and Michael Collins and his band.

“This event is all about taking control of your retirement, trying new experiences, learning new skills, making new friends and ensuring life doesn’t stop at sixty,” says Martin Brett, Deputy Manager of The Gleneagle Hotel and Give it a Go’s Event Director.

For more information or to book ‘Give It a Go’, visit www.gleneaglehotel.com or call 064 66 71550.