The village of Ballon is located on the N80 Carlow, Wexford road. Ballon’s place in history is guaranteed by the wealth of archaeological remains uncovered in the area such as a motte and bailey at Castlemore and Castlegrace, ringforts, cashels, standing stones and holy wells.

Located in Ireland’s sunniest region Ballon is an ideal spot to explore some of glorious rural Ireland. For more information on the region log onto www.carlowtourism.com