The Art of Horse Logging
€35.00
Step into the heart of a seventh-generation farm and experience one of Ireland’s oldest woodland traditions. Your visit begins in the working stable yard, where John and Ailish welcome you to their 250 acres of farmland and woodland. Their family has cared for this landscape for over two centuries, and their dedication to preserving the craft of horse logging shapes every moment of your time here.
In the yard, you meet Rupert, a powerful Irish Draught trained in timber work — a discipline built on trust, voice commands and the quiet partnership between horse and handler. As John fits the harness, you see how subtle cues guide his movements.
A short walk along a rising farm pathway reveals sweeping Galtee Mountain views before a Corderry Connemara pony demonstrates the art of traditional log handling. Birds, leather and hoofbeats create the woodland soundtrack that has defined rural Irish life for generations.
Back in the stable yard, enjoy homemade scones as the wider story of Corderry unfolds — ancient monuments, family heritage and award-winning produce, including the title of Best Fillet Steak in the World. Finish with time for photographs with these remarkable horses.
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Friday June 19th @ 6.30pm
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Friday July 10th @ 6.30pm
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Friday August 7th @ 6.30pm
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Description
Experience the art of horse logging at Corderry Farm, a 250-acre gem in the Glen of Aherlow, Co. Tipperary, home to a 100-acre forestry rich in history. Watch as Ailish, an expert horsewoman, showcases this ancient, sustainable craft using her purebred Connemara or Irish Draught horses. Witness the skill of horse-drawn timber transport, a practice that supports biodiversity and regenerative forestry. This captivating demonstration reveals how working in harmony with nature preserves both the land and its legacy
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Friday June 19th @ 6.30pm
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Friday July 10th @ 6.30pm
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Friday August 7th @ 6.30pm
Experience Type
Domestic / International Visitor
Note
- 300 meters walking is required as we approach the farm wedge Dolmen
- Experiences are subject to a minimum number of 6 paying visitors to proceed
- Pre-booking of tours is essential
- Full refund up to 7 days prior to the tour – after which, full charges apply.
