At last, anything and everything you'll ever need to see and do in the vast peninsula of Inishowen can be found on your GPS device within seconds. With Locatour, the search division of Navigatour, you can now find all of the activities, attractions and accommodations to make your trip to Inishowen a success. From trekking to golfing, diving to bird watching, we have the information on all of the essential places and details you'll need. Fishermen can find out where the best places to go are - and what sort of fish to expect. Antiquarians can find the plethora of ancient monuments dotted around whilst parents can see where to bring their children, be it playgrounds or Blue Flag beaches. The hidden gems, the legends and the offbeat of this unique region are also indicated. Simply download all of the material on to your GPS device and have a great time. NOTE: Please see www.navigatour.ie for full details of supported devices & the licence agreement prior to any purchase.
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This is fantastic! I have been to malin head on 2 occasions but having this program would have been most valuable in seeing areas I never thought of seeing.
Anonymous(8 months ago)
On a past vacation trip, I could have used this program many times over. We later discovered many interesting places we missed. It would be great to see an addition to this program that included the Dunfanaghy and Horn Head area.
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Having travelled the length and breadth of ireland and having got lost, this is a breath of fresh air.
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Absolute must see landmark
Banba's Crown SCENIC VIEW/LANDMARK
info@malinhead.ie W: www.malinhead.ie Ireland's most northerly point overlooks the crashing waves of the Atlantic. An area rich with flora and fauna and the freshest air in Ireland, ensure you walk from the Napoleonic tower on Banba's Crown hill to Malin Head itself taking in such curious sights as Hell's Hole and Devil's Bridge along the way. Good sea angling, hillwalking and birdwatching make this a great place to get away from it all. (less) info@malinhead.ie W: www.malinhead.ie Ireland's ...(more)
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Bocan stone circle ANCIENT
You might be best to park your car by the houses before the to-be-avoided-by-car dirt track leading to the Temple of Deen and take in this stone circle with your sat nav device to hand. You'll need to access the site via the lane across from the main road and then turn left climbing over the gate and through a field on a hill. This site, with over 30 stones, was built somewhere between 1500-3000 BC and is believed to have been a sun temple. (less) You might be best to park your car by the houses before the to-be-avoided-by-car dirt...(more)
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Cooley cross ANCIENT
The cross stands on what is believed to be the entrance to the monastery established by St Finian and dates back to the 11th century. It was the indignation that St. Finian felt at St. Colmcille copying a text of his without permission that lead to the establishment of the earliest example of copyright infringement and the ruling by King Diarmaid that "as to every every cow, its calf , so to every book, its copy". The cross contains a pierced ring and a hole, suggesting it may originally have been a more ancient hole stone carved to help pagans make the transition to Christianity. The footprint on the base stone is supposed to be that of St. Patrick himself. Beside it is a building known as the Skull House. It was originally an oratory but later became a mortuary. (less) The cross stands on what is believed to be the entrance to the monastery established ...(more)
Category: Absolute must see landmark
Craignamaddy SCENIC VIEW
Just outside of Greencastle, this hilltop view offers the most spectacular view of the Foyle delta. To the left is Shroove, across the water you can see as far as the Giant's Causeway; coming closer, the iconic Mussenden Temple at Downhill; the plateau of Binevenagh and down below is of course Lough Foyle, described by writer Joyce Cary as the most beautiful view in the world, albeit looking at it from the road leading in to Moville. (less) Just outside of Greencastle, this hilltop view offers the most spectacular view of th...(more)
Category: Absolute must see landmark
Culdaff beach BLUE FLAG
Long sandy beach with Culdaff estuary on the left and rocky Dunmore head on the right. Good all round for kids - there's a playground beside it. (less) Long sandy beach with Culdaff estuary on the left and rocky Dunmore head on the right...(more)
Category: Absolute must see landmark
Doagh Famine Village MUSEUM/LANDMARK
353(0)749376493, www.doaghfaminevillage.com Open from Easter until late October, 10-5.30. Disabled access. Tea & scones included with entrance fee. This hidden gem is a reconstructed village with great attention to detail. Your affable host, Pat, puts famine in a global context and tells it with warmth, wit and insight. You also get to hear about old Irish funeral customs as well as seeing an old Republican "safe house" and Orange Hall right beside each other! (less) 353(0)749376493, www.doaghfaminevillage.com Open from Easter until late October, 10-...(more)
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Fort Dunree - museum/LANDMARK
074 9361817 E: dunree@eircom.net, www.dunree.pro.ie Limited disabled access - some tricky gravel and terrain. Open daily from 10-6 all year round. By any reckoning, there's a lot to see and take in at this historical military fort, the last piece of property to become part of Eire in 1938. Look out for the Guns of Dunree exhibition, The Rockhill collection, wildlife discovery room, scenic walks, souvenir shop & cafe. (less) 074 9361817 E: dunree@eircom.net, www.dunree.pr...(more)
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Glenevin waterfall SCENIC VIEW/LANDMARK
The spectacular Glenevin waterfall is located between Straid and Crossconnel, 2km from the village of Clonmany. The roadside entrance to the waterfall and picnic area is beside the Glen House, but you'll need to park further down the hill towards Clonmany. This waterfall cascades fresh mountain water descending over black rock from an astounding height of 30 feet. The expanse at the top measures 15 yards which curls gracefully to 1.5 yards at the bottom. The basin below called Pohl€"an-eas, derives its meaning from the foam which lies on the surface of the pool. Poll-an-Eas translates into English as the "ferment pool". It's a leisurely 20 minute walk up a gentle gradient to get to the waterfall, but the kids will love it - the meandering babbling stream and wild hawthorn bushes is a veritable fairyland for fun and games. (less) The spectacular Glenevin waterfall is located between Straid and Crossconnel, 2km fro...(more)
Category: Absolute must see landmark
Inishowen maritime museum & planetarium
Inishowen maritime museum & planetarium
Open June-September Monday to Saturday, 10-6, Sunday 12-6. Winter opening times: October until Easter) Mon-Fri: 10.00am - 5.00pm. Closed Weekends except by booking. The former coastguard station houses a fine collection on the history of local sailing as well as the Spanish Armada as well as a state of the art planetarium. Across the road, look out for a memorial to all those souls who were lost to the sea in the Inishowen locality. Inishowen maritime museum & planetarium
The former coastguard station houses a fine collection on the history of local sailing as well as the Spanish Armada as well as a state of the art planetarium. Across the road, look out for a memorial to all those souls who were lost to the sea in the Inishowen locality.
Open June-September Monday to Saturday, 10-6, Sunday 12-6. Winter opening times: October until Easter) Mon-Fri: 10.00am - 5.00pm. Closed Weekends except by booking.
Grianan of Aileach, the stonehouse of the sun. According to legend, it was built by Daghda, an ancient King of the Tuatha de Danann. A hillfort that once was at the historical centre where 18 high kings ruled over Ireland. During that time, the acts of its kings, warriors, tribes saints and sages dominate many of the pages of Ireland's history but with scarcely any acknowledgement of the particular place from whence they sprang. Many gifted writers have waxed lyrical regarding the glories of Royal Meath, but as Harry Percival Swan puts it "none have thought fit to mention Royal Inishowen which has an equal if not better right to regal appellation." You tell them Percy! (less) Grianan of Aileach, the stonehouse of the sun. According to legend, it was built by D...(more)
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Knockamany Bens SCENIC VIEW/LANDMARK
The view on a good day from Knockamany Bens is without a doubt, one of the best panoramas you will see in your life. And that is no exaggeration. After Lagg church, follow the brown Inis Eoghain '100' signs and brace yourself - it gets windy up there. (less) The view on a good day from Knockamany Bens is without a doubt, one of the best pano...(more)
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Mamore - SCENIC VIEW
Mamore, Madhm Mor meaning great breach or gap. Ensure car's brakes are in order for formidable drive up and down. If you've an L plate, forget it. Commanding views down over Urrismanagh towards Dunaff Head and on to Malin Head in the distance. (less) Mamore, Madhm Mor meaning great breach or gap. Ensure car's brakes are in order for f...(more)
Category: Absolute must see landmark
Temple Of Deen ANCIENT MONUMENT/STONE
Stop and park before the dirt track - your car will thank you. What remains is only the central chamber of a much large building constructed sometime during the Bronze period. Enjoy the panoramic views of Inishowen from here, preferably as early as possible with the low mist. (less) Stop and park before the dirt track - your car will thank you. What remains is only t...(more)
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Harry's bar Award winning restaurant
Donal & Kevin Doherty and Raymond Moran operate this well-run bar and restaurant close to the Derry border with a real passion for the food of the area. There's nothing they like better than shouting about it, so there won't be much need for anyone to ‘Just Ask!' when eating here – although they'll ‘Just Love It!' if you do, as their well-informed staff are just as enthusiastic about their food philosophy as they are themselves.
Harrys Bar & Restaurant Bridgend, Inishowen, Co. Donegal www.harrys.ie 353(0)74 9368544 (less) Donal & Kevin Doherty and Raymond Moran operate this well-run bar and restaurant clos...(more)
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Accommodation
Admiralty house - B&B
Derry road, Moville 353(0)749382529 Overlooking Lough Foyle, Suzanne McFeely's bed and breakfast is only five minutes walk along the shore in to Moville. Open May to September. Failte Ireland, Rough Guide to Ireland (less) Derry road, Moville 353(0)749382529 Overlooking Lough Foyle, Suzanne McFeely's bed a...(more)
Open May to September, Anne & Tony McLaughlin offer excellent advice on touring the area and a warm welcome. (less) Ballyhillion, Malin Head +353(0)749370158 Open May to September, Anne & Tony McLaugh...(more)
Linsfort, Buncrana 353 (0)74 93 63148 www.linsfortcastle.com Great place to base yourself for hillwalking. The Rooks family will be more than happy to help you plan your routes. (less) Linsfort, Buncrana 353 (0)74 93 63148 www.linsfortcastle.com Great place to base you...(more)
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Locke's view - B&B
Burnfoot 353(0)749368653 Once home to famous Derry singer, Josef Locke. (less) Burnfoot 353(0)749368653 Once home to famous Derry singer, Josef Locke.
Gorrey, Malin +353(0)749370612 Former Protestant school, now a fine self catering cottage overlooking Trawbreaga bay. (less) Gorrey, Malin +353(0)749370612 Former Protestant school, now a fine self catering cot...(more)
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Teachain Choinn - self catering
Glengad 353(0)749379121 Member of Disability Ireland. (less) Glengad 353(0)749379121 Member of Disability Ireland.
Buncrana 353(0)749361067 Two hundred year old Georgian house opposite Swan Park. River Crana,the well-stocked salmon & trout river runs through the bottom of the garden.
(less) Buncrana 353(0)749361067 Two hundred year old Georgian house opposite Swan Park. Riv...(more)
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White Strand - B&B & self catering
Malin Head 353(0)749370335 (less) Malin Head 353(0)749370335
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The Village B&B
The Village B&B. 3 rooms. (€35 per person B&B) Mary Hannigan, The square, Malin Land line: 074 9370763 Mobile: 086 3507174 Email: Tucked>maryhannigan@ireland.com Tucked between The Malin Hotel and Lily's bar is the Village B&B, run by one of the finest landlady's you'll ever meet, Mary Hannigan – a complete character. (less) The Village B&B. 3 rooms. (€35 per person B&B) Mary Hannigan, The square, Malin ...(more)
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Ancient monument
Ardmore gallan ANCIENT
Bronze age inscriptions can be seen on the front of this fine stone looking out over the Foyle keeping its secrets to itself. (less) Bronze age inscriptions can be seen on the front of this fine stone looking out over ...(more)
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Carrowmore boulan ANCIENT
Close to the east cross, you'll see a rock with the mark of a cross and a circular hole carved prior to iron tools, known as a boulan. (less) Close to the east cross, you'll see a rock with the mark of a cross and a circular ho...(more)
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Carrowmore cross (east) ANCIENT
The lower of the two crosses, they are the remnants of a monastery. (less) The lower of the two crosses, they are the remnants of a monastery.
Category: Ancient monument
Carrowmore cross (west) ANCIENT
The higher of the two crosses is slightly obscured to the back of the field with the green sign. (less) The higher of the two crosses is slightly obscured to the back of the field with the ...(more)
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Cloncha church ANCIENT
This 17th century church is on the site of the 6th century church built by St. Boudan. Inside the ruins, look out for the tombstone of Scotsman, Magnus MacOrristin. The high cross across from the church shows the miracle of the loaves and fishes. (less) This 17th century church is on the site of the 6th century church built by St. Boudan...(more)
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Donagh cross ANCIENT
Home to the 7th century Donagh Cross just off from the Buncrana road, believed to be the oldest relief cross in Ireland. The townsfolk are justly proud of such an ancient relic. Back in the 1980s they even went to vigilante measures to protect it when rumour had it Charlie Haughey wanted to put it in the National museum! (less) Home to the 7th century Donagh Cross just off from the Buncrana road, believed to be ...(more)
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Fahan graveyard ANCIENT
Home to St. Mura's cross as well as the graves of Agnes Jones, the true founder of modern nursing and of Horatio Nelson's eponymous nephew. (less) Home to St. Mura's cross as well as the graves of Agnes Jones, the true founder of mo...(more)
Category: Ancient monument
Giant's grave ANCIENT
In the townland of Laght are three great ancient sites along a bridle path. Access to it is through the gate to the left of the farm. Park carefully and ask the farmer's permission to enter his land. It's marshy so have wellies. The giant's grave comes from the size of the site. When looking in to the chamber, be wary of petulants rams guarding their shelter. One visitor got the fright of his life when he was headbutted by one! (less) In the townland of Laght are three great ancient sites along a bridle path. Access to...(more)
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Isle of Doagh mass stone ANCIENT
Known locally as the Mass Stone. The curious marks have long remained a puzzle with one theory claiming they commemorate a battle that was fought here in 1600. (less) Known locally as the Mass Stone. The curious marks have long remained a puzzle with o...(more)
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Laght dolmen ANCIENT
A 20 stone rock forms the centre piece of this collapsed dolmen, just off from the bridle path. (less) A 20 stone rock forms the centre piece of this collapsed dolmen, just off from the br...(more)
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Laght ring fort ANCIENT
The third of the three ancient sites, it has an impressive view with the Foyle to one side, but looking north you'll be able to see Trawbreaga bay. Having sight of water was an important feature of such a fort. (less) The third of the three ancient sites, it has an impressive view with the Foyle to one...(more)
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Lecamy sweat house ANCIENT
This building was used for the cure of rheumatism as well as temporary madness & too much alcohol, with a turf fire being lit inside to heat the building. When the fire had burned out and the remnants were cleared, the sufferer was placed inside, the opening blocked off and there the patient stayed to "sweat it out" until hopefully cured. (less) This building was used for the cure of rheumatism as well as temporary madness & too ...(more)
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Magheramore dolmen ANCIENT
Two miles beyond Clonmany on the Buncrana side is the Magheramore dolmen, a 20 ton rock supported a few inches off the ground on three sides under which lies a megalithic tomb. Locally it is called Finn McCool's Finger stone. The tradition has it that it was thrown by Finn from nearby Slieve Snaght at another giant on Coolcross Hill who had interfered in his love affairs. (less) Two miles beyond Clonmany on the Buncrana side is the Magheramore dolmen, a 20 ton ro...(more)
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Malin Head mass rock ANCIENT
This distinctively carved mass rock predates Penal times and was used centuries before by pagans. There is a nearby graveyard over the hill towards the tower. The stone was carved out of the rocks at the top of the brow. (less) This distinctively carved mass rock predates Penal times and was used centuries befor...(more)
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Morten God dolmen ANCIENT
With a capstone weighing some 30 tons, this is an imposing stomb, one that would been even more imposing given that it would have been many feet higher at the time of its construction before the bogs sunk. (less) With a capstone weighing some 30 tons, this is an imposing stomb, one that would been...(more)
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Rooskey standing stone ANCIENT
Legend had it that a Dane has been buried here and in the 1960s, a Viking bracelet was discovered here which can now be seen in the National museum. (less) Legend had it that a Dane has been buried here and in the 1960s, a Viking bracelet wa...(more)
Category: Ancient monument
Angling
Binnion FISH
Spinning for Pollack and mackerel (in summer). Float and bottom fishing for coalfish, wrasse and dogfish. (less) Spinning for Pollack and mackerel (in summer). Float and bottom fishing for coalfish...(more)
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Bunagee pier & adjacent rocks FISH
Spinning for Pollack and mackerel (in season). Float fishing for wrasse and coalfish. (less) Spinning for Pollack and mackerel (in season). Float fishing for wrasse and coalfish.
Category: Angling
Buncrana pier FISH
Float fishing for mackerel (in season). Bottom for ray, dogfish, whiting and dabs. Sea trout occasionally fall to spinners. High water is best. (less) Float fishing for mackerel (in season). Bottom for ray, dogfish, whiting and dabs. ...(more)
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Culdaff bay - FISH
Beach fishing (night tides best) for dogfish, dabs, flounder, sea trout* and occasional bass. Rock fishing below Dunmore Head (east of beach) for pollack, coalfish and wrasse. *Note: A State Licence is required for sea trout fishing available from Inishowen Tourism office, Carndonagh. (less) Beach fishing (night tides best) for dogfish, dabs, flounder, sea trout* and occasion...(more)
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Doagh island/Lagg FISH
Spinning or freelining sand eel from both sides of the channel for sea trout. First two hours of the flood tide best. Bottom fishing for flounder and eel on a flooding tide and for dogfish at high water. (less) Spinning or freelining sand eel from both sides of the channel for sea trout. First ...(more)
Category: Angling
Dunaff head FISH
Rock fishing on southern side for wrasse, Pollack, coalfish and conger. (less) Rock fishing on southern side for wrasse, Pollack, coalfish and conger.
Category: Angling
Dunree head -FISH
Rock fishing from various locations on southern side for wrasse, Pollack, coalfish, dogfish and occasional conger. (less) Rock fishing from various locations on southern side for wrasse, Pollack, coalfish, d...(more)
Category: Angling
Fahan/Swilly marina FISH
Ray, dogfish and occasional flounder from the beach. Fishing into channel on first two hours of the flood tide is best. (less) Ray, dogfish and occasional flounder from the beach. Fishing into channel on first tw...(more)
Category: Angling
Five fingers strand - FISH
Surf fishing for sea trout*, flounder and occasional bass. *Note: A State Licence is required for sea trout fishing, available from Inishowen Tourism office, Carndonagh. (less) Surf fishing for sea trout*, flounder and occasional bass. *Note: A State Licence is...(more)
Category: Angling
Glengad head FISH
Spinning for Pollack and mackerel (in season). Float fishing for wrasse and coalfish. (less) Spinning for Pollack and mackerel (in season). Float fishing for wrasse and coalfish.
Category: Angling
Kinnagoe bay - FISH
Rock fishing at either end of the bay for Pollack and Wrasse. Beach fishing for Flounder, Dabs, Plaice and occasional Sole, Bass and Sea Trout. Dogfish and Spurdog in autumn. (less) Rock fishing at either end of the bay for Pollack and Wrasse. Beach fishing for Flou...(more)
Category: Angling
Leenan Head (north side) FISH
Spinning for Pollack, float fishing for wrasse and coalfish from various rocky outcrops (less) Spinning for Pollack, float fishing for wrasse and coalfish from various rocky outcrops
Category: Angling
Leenan pier FISH
Float fishing for coalfish, wrasse and Pollack (close to pier). Distance casting from head of pier, onto sand for ray, dogfish, codling. Flood tide to high water best. (less) Float fishing for coalfish, wrasse and Pollack (close to pier). Distance casting fro...(more)
Category: Angling
Malin head - FISH
Access to several outcrops on Northern Shore. Fishing for Pollack, coalfish, wrasse, and occasional conger. Should not be approached in northerly winds (less) Access to several outcrops on Northern Shore. Fishing for Pollack, coalfish, wrasse,...(more)
Category: Angling
Moville pier - FISH
Mackerel and mullet occasionally in summer. Bottom fishing for conger. Specimen fish recorded. (less) Mackerel and mullet occasionally in summer. Bottom fishing for conger. Specimen fish...(more)
Category: Angling
Pilot pier FISH
Spinning for mackerel in summer. Bottom fishing for flounder, dab, dogfish and occasional ray. Ground baiting will attract mullet. (less) Spinning for mackerel in summer. Bottom fishing for flounder, dab, dogfish and occas...(more)
Category: Angling
Pollan bay - FISH
Beach fishing for flounder, dab, small turbot, occasional bass and sea trout. Flood tides in the evenings provide the best opportunities. (less) Beach fishing for flounder, dab, small turbot, occasional bass and sea trout. Flood ...(more)
Category: Angling
Portmore pier - FISH
Spinning and float fishing for coalfish, Pollack and mackerel in season. Bottom fishing for occasional conger, dogfish and dab. (less) Spinning and float fishing for coalfish, Pollack and mackerel in season. Bottom fishi...(more)
Category: Angling
Tremone bay FISH
Rock fishing at western end for pollack and wrasse. Beach fishing for dogfish, flounder, dab, plaice and occasional bass and sea trout. (less) Rock fishing at western end for pollack and wrasse. Beach fishing for dogfish, floun...(more)
Category: Angling
Tullagh strand - FISH
Beach fishing for dab, flounder, eels and whiting. Night tides are best. (less) Beach fishing for dab, flounder, eels and whiting. Night tides are best.
Category: Angling
Arts & crafts
Adam Porter ARTS
Milltown Business Park, Buncrana, 353(0)86 355 2500 www.inishowenart.ie (less) Milltown Business Park, Buncrana, 353(0)86 355 2500 www.inishowenart.ie
Category: Arts & crafts
Ann McGonigle Glendowan ARTS
Clonmany 353(0)749376265 Specialists in Donegal tweed garments and accessories, which are designed and made in the studio. Everything from bogwood to pottery are also on sale. (less) Clonmany 353(0)749376265 Specialists in Donegal tweed garments and accessories, whic...(more)
Moville road, Carndonagh 353(0)74 93 73574 www.rodaigh.com Also on Pound street, Carndonagh (less) Moville road, Carndonagh 353(0)74 93 73574 www.rodaigh.com Also on Pound street, Car...(more)
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Seoirse O'Dochartaigh
Carndonagh-based multitalented artist who can paint, produce, perform and even help you solve your genealogy. Not so hidden, but yet another Inishowen gem. www.seoirse.com (less) Carndonagh-based multitalented artist who can paint, produce, perform and even help y...(more)
Crafts shop opposite McGrory's of Culdaff. (less) Crafts shop opposite McGrory's of Culdaff.
Category: Arts & crafts
Bait
Culdaff bay - BAIT
Lugworm in estuary behind beach. Sand eel in banks of river. Trench digging is most productive. (less) Lugworm in estuary behind beach. Sand eel in banks of river. Trench digging is most ...(more)
Category: Bait
Shoreline of Lough Foyle BAIT
Lugworm in patches, ragworm (small) in mud and crab in weedy margins. (less) Lugworm in patches, ragworm (small) in mud and crab in weedy margins.
Category: Bait
Stragill BAIT
Lugworm plentiful, but mainly small. Larger worms taken by single digging. (less) Lugworm plentiful, but mainly small. Larger worms taken by single digging.
Category: Bait
Trawbreaga bay - BAIT
Lugworm plentiful particularly on banks of channel. Trench digging is most productive just to the south of the road bridge at Malin. Lugworm plentiful, but ground muddy. Great for mussels as well. (less) Lugworm plentiful particularly on banks of channel. Trench digging is most productiv...(more)
Category: Bait
Tullagh strand BAIT
Lugworm particularly at eastern end. Some crab in weed margins. (less) Lugworm particularly at eastern end. Some crab in weed margins.
Category: Bait
Beach
Five Fingers Strand BAIT
A wonderful long sandy beach - look out for the five rocks under the cliffs from which the beach derives its name and the wreck of the Twilight at low tide. (less) A wonderful long sandy beach - look out for the five rocks under the cliffs from whic...(more)
Category: Beach
Kinnagoe Bay - BEACH
One of the hidden gems of the peninsula. To those in the know, there is beautiful beach within the bay sheltered by steep hills offering spectacular views. It's the location point of the Spanish Armada ship, La Trinidad Valecera, shipwrecked in 1588, a popular site for divers. (less) One of the hidden gems of the peninsula. To those in the know, there is beautiful bea...(more)
Category: Beach
Leenan strand BEACH
A truly hidden gem for walking tucked under the Urris hills with the fresh breeze of the Atlantic coming down Lough Swilly. (less) A truly hidden gem for walking tucked under the Urris hills with the fresh breeze of ...(more)
Category: Beach
Pollan strand - BEACH
Another long breathtaking beach looking out to Glasheady island and with stunning views of the coast up to the iconic Malin Head. (less) Another long breathtaking beach looking out to Glasheady island and with stunning vie...(more)
Category: Beach
Tullagh strand - BEACH
One local guide called this the best romantic walk in Inishowen - if you take in Tullagh point to your left. One for a picnic on a birthday perhaps? (less) One local guide called this the best romantic walk in Inishowen - if you take in Tull...(more)
Category: Beach
Bike hire
Bike hire, Cardoagh BIKE
Phelim McCallion, Carndoagh 353(0)749374084 www.bikesandtoys.town.ie Not a typo - this place is between Carndonagh and Doagh island! (less) Phelim McCallion, Carndoagh 353(0)749374084 www.bikesandtoys.town.ie Not a typo - th...(more)
Category: Bike hire
Carndonagh bike hire BIKE
Ask at Tourist office for details. (less) Ask at Tourist office for details.
Category: Bike hire
Birdwatching
Blanket Nook BIRD
An excellent site for wildfowl and waders. Best birds are smew (drake and redheads) which have a high count for Ireland. Whooper swans are present and also several greenshank. (less) An excellent site for wildfowl and waders. Best birds are smew (drake and redheads) w...(more)
Category: Birdwatching
Bunagee pier & adjacent rocks BIRD
Birds in Bunagee include chough, kestrel, sparrowhawk, shag, cormorant as well as many species of sea birds, including terns. (less) Birds in Bunagee include chough, kestrel, sparrowhawk, shag, cormorant as well as man...(more)
Category: Birdwatching
Inch island embankment BIRD
Inch Lake held lots of wildfowl including another Smew. The Lake comes into its own at dusk when considerable numbers of geese and swans come into roost. ( Greylag, Greenland White-fronts and Whooper.)
At the end of the island is Inch Pier, a good viewing point for birds in the bay which include Great Northern Diver. (less) Inch Lake held lots of wildfowl including another Smew. The Lake comes into its own a...(more)
Category: Birdwatching
Inistrahull island BIRD
This unique island, the oldest rock in Ireland at some 1.8 BILLION years, is a declared nature reserve. It holds large numbers of breeding birds, but is also known as an area that attracts rare migrants. In its height the herring gull population was up to 3,000 pairs in the 1970's. This number is now much reduced, due to a number of factors such as botulism, due to the modern nature of this species feeding on landfill sites. However approximately 500 pairs can still be found here. Other breeding species of the Island are know to have included arctic and common tern, common gulls, shag, black guillemot, eider duck as well as passerine species such as dunnock, tree sparrow, wren, wheatear, rock doves and pied wagtail. (less) This unique island, the oldest rock in Ireland at some 1.8 BILLION years, is a declar...(more)
Category: Birdwatching
Malin Head trail - BIRD
In times past, this area was an important seabird colony. In the 1970's hundreds of herring gull, common gull, great black backed gull the occasional lesser black backed Gull, eider ducks, red breasted mergansers and on one occasion the manx shearwater nested in this inhospitable place. Unfortunately, in 1994 a total desertion of the colony took place. It is though that a predator such as an American mink /fox managed to make it on to the island that is Dunalderagh, Ireland's most northerly point. However, a number of shag and fulmar as well as rock pipit, wheatear, ring plovers and oystercatchers do nest. Fortunately in 2004, the first common gulls returned to nest, so it is hoped this colony will return to its former glory. Most of Ballyhillin's sea gulls now nest near the sea stack of Scheildren down by Malin Head. In Spring and Autumn, good numbers of migrating whimbrel can be found here. Rare birds such as the shore lark have appeared here on at least one occasion. Occasionally Little Auks can be seen here during harsh winter weather. (less) In times past, this area was an important seabird colony. In the 1970's hundreds of h...(more)
Category: Birdwatching
Trawbreaga bay - BIRD
The pale bellied brent goose arrives in Inishowen from west Greenland and eastern Canada, and Trawbreaga holds on average 350 of these birds. Trawbreaga also holds species of bird which are of national or local importance, these species include, ringed plover, shelduck, teal, wigeon, lapwing and dunlin. It is also an important staging point for wildfowl and waders that are stopping of on there migration southwards. Other species recorded regularly here include greenland white fronted goose, pink footed goose, greylag goose, bewick and whooper swan as well as black tailed and bar tailed godwits. (less) The pale bellied brent goose arrives in Inishowen from west Greenland and eastern Can...(more)
Category: Birdwatching
Blue Flag Beach
Lisfannon strand BLUE FLAG
South of Buncrana and overshadowed by Inch Top on the left, this is very popular with nearby Derry folk. (less) South of Buncrana and overshadowed by Inch Top on the left, this is very popular with...(more)
Category: Blue Flag Beach
Stroove beach BLUE FLAG
Great beach where Lough Foyle enters the Atlantic. (less) Great beach where Lough Foyle enters the Atlantic.
Category: Blue Flag Beach
Boat trips
Greencastle - BOAT
No official business to hand - you'll need to ask locally about this, but they do exist so don't be shy. (less) No official business to hand - you'll need to ask locally about this, but they do exi...(more)
Category: Boat trips
Portmore pier BOAT
Best to just ask if in the locality who is available - you're bound to get someone. (less) Best to just ask if in the locality who is available - you're bound to get someone.
Category: Boat trips
Swilly sea safari - BOAT
Buncrana pier Contact Eddie: 087 2747553 Contact Office: 074 9363989 Email: www.loughswillyseasafari.com Come>Info@loughswillyseasafari.com www.loughswillyseasafari.com Come and enjoy a trip on the Lough Swilly on a luxury rib boats and experience the beautiful surroundings of the Inishowen coastline. Hear the history of the forts and the bays or just relax and enjoy the exciting scenery.
Unit 10, Milltown business park, Buncrana, 353(0)749322450 "Wain" up these ways means child and the good news is that you can drop your wains off here 7 days a week! Caters for birthday parties. Does special packages. (less) Unit 10, Milltown business park, Buncrana, 353(0)749322450 "Wain" up these ways mean...(more)
Category: Children
Entertainment
Buncrana cinema ENT
Not just a cinema - bingo and drama can also be enjoyed in this ornate edifice. One man I know has fond memories of a teenage Rory Gallagher wowing the crowds here. (less) Not just a cinema - bingo and drama can also be enjoyed in this ornate edifice. One m...(more)
Category: Entertainment
Colgan Hall ENT
Corner of New road/Derry road. Every form of entertainment is available at Carndonagh's impressive Colgan Hall from drama to bingo. (less) Corner of New road/Derry road. Every form of entertainment is available at Carndonagh...(more)
Category: Entertainment
The Cairn ENT
Upper road, Greencastle 353 (0)749381104 Web: www.thecairncentre.com Patsy Cavanagh is your host for some quality Inishowen entertainment. The Cairn is situated in Greencastle Co. Donegal and since opening in 1999 it has proved to be a popular venue for tour coaches, school groups and day trippers. Less than five minutes from the Foyle Ferry Terminus at Greencastle,The Cairn is an ideal start off point for a tour of Inishowen or as a final stop before departing. The Cairn is open daily from Easter until the end of September and provides the visitor with a sound knowledge of our local culture. (less) Upper road, Greencastle 353 (0)749381104 Web: www.thecairncentre.com Patsy Cavanagh ...(more)
Category: Entertainment
The Flough ENT
Outside of Muff 353(0)749384024 Sam Laird's house, known as The Flough referring to the marshy soil around it, was in its day was a notorious smuggling house along the border on which it sits. These days, the only mischief taking place comes from The Flough members, a performing group that meet up sporadically in the Summer to recreate an American Wake, being what the departure of a son for America was known as in the belief that it was too far and too expensive to expect to ever see him again. The occasion was joyous though as a night listening to the songs and joke of the group will prove. (less) Outside of Muff 353(0)749384024 Sam Laird's house, known as The Flough referring to ...(more)
Category: Entertainment
Tul na Ri nightclub ENT
Just off Moville Road, Carndonagh 353(0)749374499 The most northerly nightclub in Ireland promises a Saturday night to remember for the energetic! (less) Just off Moville Road, Carndonagh 353(0)749374499 The most northerly nightclub in Ir...(more)
Category: Entertainment
Game fishing
Crana river FISH
Buncrana anglers association 353(0)749363733 Spring salmon & early brown trout. (less) Buncrana anglers association 353(0)749363733 Spring salmon & early brown trout.
Category: Game fishing
Culdaff river FISH
Sea trout. Note: A State Licence is required for sea trout fishing - Inishowen Tourism's office can provide it. (less) Sea trout. Note: A State Licence is required for sea trout fishing - Inishowen Touri...(more)
Category: Game fishing
Lough Fad FISH
Lough Fad is believed to be the only place outside Iceland where arctic charr are found. Wily brown trout also found here. (less) Lough Fad is believed to be the only place outside Iceland where arctic charr are fou...(more)
Category: Game fishing
Lough Inn FISH
A lough inn without a drink in sight - unless you bring your own! Wily brown trout. (less) A lough inn without a drink in sight - unless you bring your own! Wily brown trout.
The Fullerton Pollan dam is an impressive piece of engineering, named after deceased local politician Eddie Fullerton, it is a great place in the wilds of Inishowen from which to fly fish for brown trout. (less) The Fullerton Pollan dam is an impressive piece of engineering, named after deceased ...(more)
Category: Game fishing
Garden
Swan Park GARDEN
A pleasant walk through beech, maple and lime trees as the Crana river meanders its final stretch to the Swilly. If you want to find out more about Inishowen, the only man to read is Harry Percival Swan. His books are still available in the libraries. In a flourish, native Buncrana man Swan wrote that "the air in Buncrana is balmy and invigorating: medical experts declare that mountain air and sea air are here found in ideal proportions and there is a particularily mild winter climate, stated by an eminent authority to match that of Rome". La dolce vita includes good fishing on the river Crana, golfing at the 18 hole North West Golf Course and nearby Lisfannon's blue flag beach. There's a good walk in the direction of Linsfort; look out for O'Doherty's Keep, a fortress for the famous family, for Buncrana Castle and Neid's Point. (less) A pleasant walk through beech, maple and lime trees as the Crana river meanders its f...(more)
Category: Garden
Golf course
Ballyliffin golf club GOLF
Ballyliffin Golf Club
Two championship links –The Old Links and Glashedy Links. Ireland's most northerly golf complex is situated on the Inishowen peninsula in North Donegal, just 25 miles from Derry City. The 36-hole complex at Ballyliffin is ranked amongst the very finest links tracks in the world.
Culdonagh Manor. 17 rooms. (€30 per person B&B) John Doherty, Drumaville, outside Malin Land line: 074 9373279 Website: www.culdonaghmanor.com John Doherty's personality is nearly as big as his massive family run guest house, 2km outside of Malin village. He even provides a mini bus for his guests, gives everyone a hearty, down-to-earth-style welcome, and encourages folk to play the piano in the living room. (less) Culdonagh Manor. 17 rooms. (€30 per person B&B) John Doherty, Drumaville, outside Mal...(more)
Category: Guesthouse Eco
Historical
American air base at Ture HISTORY
Picture the scene of incredulous locals in Newcastle Co. Down on New Year's eve 1909 when Harry Ferguson, inventor of the tractor completed the first short but successful Irish flight. Mechanical aviation, still only six years old had arrived on these shores. Less than ten years later at Ture on the banks of Lough Foyle, the US naval air service established a base after they entered the Great War. Concrete slabs from this time can be seen on both sides of the road with a red bricked house on the far side being the last remaining edifice from that time to exist. (less) Picture the scene of incredulous locals in Newcastle Co. Down on New Year's eve 1909 ...(more)
Category: Historical
Buncrana Castle HISTORY
In 1718, Buncrana Castle was built by George Vaughan, it was the earliest of the big houses in Inis Eoghain. The word 'castle' was used in this period for any large, non-ecclesiastical, stone building. Using stone from the old surrounding 'bawn' wall of O'Doherty's Keep for its construction. It was erected on the original site of Buncrana, which had grown up in the shadow of the keep, Vaughan moved the town to its present location, where he laid out the main street and built Castle Bridge (a six-arched stone single lane bridge) in 1718.
Wolfe Tone was held there when captured after the British/French naval battle off Donegal, before being taken to Derry then on to Dublin. The castle is still a private house today. In the forecourt there is a gravestone in honor of Sir Cahir O'Doherty, and a plaque to Wolfe Tone. (less) In 1718, Buncrana Castle was built by George Vaughan, it was the earliest of the big ...(more)
Category: Historical
Buncrana old pier HISTORY
Revolutionary icon Theobold Wolfe Tone landed here on the 3rd November 1798 on the French warship La Hoche and was soon captured. Over a hundred years later, the British royal family landed at the same spot.
Several attacks by rebels occurred off the Irish coast in the 1798 rebellion. One such boat, The Hoche, encountered an English squadron at Buncrana on Lough Swilly on 12 October 1798. Tone, who was on board, refused General Bompard's offer of escape in a frigate before the action, and was taken prisoner when Hoche surrendered.
When the prisoners were landed a fortnight later, Sir George Hill recognized Tone in the French adjutant-general's uniform. At his trial by court-martial in Dublin on 8 November 1798 Tone made a speech avowing his determined hostility to England and his intention "by frank and open war to procure the separation of the countries". (less) Revolutionary icon Theobold Wolfe Tone landed here on the 3rd November 1798 on the Fr...(more)
Category: Historical
Carrickabraghey castle HISTORY
On a large rock, named the Friar's Rock in the Isle of Doagh, stands the forlorn ruins of Carrackabraghey Castle. The translation of the Irish name into English is Castlebrack. It is commonly accepted that it was erected before 1600 by Phelemy Brasleigh O'Doherty. At that time Carrickabraghey was almost an island with little ground separating it from the mainland.
The castle has changed hands many times and was once occupied by Mc Faul the 11th descendant of Prince Eoghain, son of Niall and the nine hostages. It was last inhabited in 1665. (less) On a large rock, named the Friar's Rock in the Isle of Doagh, stands the forlorn ruin...(more)
Category: Historical
Doherty's Keep HISTORY
Having started off its life possibly as a Norman castle after 1333, this tower was extensively repaired by Hugh Boy O'Doherty in 1602 to act as a bridgehead for the Spaniards who were supposed to land in the Inishowen.
It was burned by the English shortly afterwards, but was repaired either in 1641 or in 1689, and used as a manor. it is beautifully situated beside the Crana stream and is next to Buncrana castle. (less) Having started off its life possibly as a Norman castle after 1333, this tower was ex...(more)
Category: Historical
Inch castle HISTORY
In 1454, rival claimants for lordship of Tyrconnell between Donnell O'Donnell and Ruraidh O'Donnell. Matters literally came to a head when Ruraidh's forces arrested Donnell and placed him inside Inch Castle to be burnt alive. As a dying request, Donnell asked that he be unfettered and his wish was granted. However, far from surrendering to the flames, he made his way through the smoke to battlements on top from which he dislodged a large stone. He took careful aim at Ruraidh who was below. The rock stroke Ruraidh, fracturing his skull and he died immediately. Ruraidh's besieging forces were afterwards defeated and by his escapade, Donnell not only killed his rival but saved his own life and became undisputed Lord of Tirconnell. Well for two years anyway before Ruraidh's brother Turlough did away with him. (less) In 1454, rival claimants for lordship of Tyrconnell between Donnell O'Donnell and Rur...(more)
Category: Historical
Leenan fort HISTORY
Along with Fort Dunree, this was the last parcel of land to be handed back by the British to Eire (as it was then) on the 3rd October, 1938. Had this event not occurred, then the Treaty ports as they were known would surely have been used by the Allies and perhaps forced an invasion by the Nazis. An interesting 'what if' to ponder at this desolate, but beautiful spot. (less) Along with Fort Dunree, this was the last parcel of land to be handed back by the Bri...(more)
Category: Historical
Magilligan strand HISTORY
Magilligan Strand where some 118 species of shell have been recorded. Site of the baseline of the OS mapping in Ireland by Thomas Colby. In 1827, a straight line eight miles long was selected and marked as as the Ordinace Survey base line along Magilligan strand. (less) Magilligan Strand where some 118 species of shell have been recorded. Site of the bas...(more)
Category: Historical
Mamore - HISTORY
Mamore - Madhm Mor, great breach or gap. The glacial debris here dates back some 15,000 from the Ice Age.
In 1811, the parish of Urris was ordered to pay a heavy fine for making poteen. In consequence, some of the men in 1812 equipped themselves with cannon taken from the wreck of the Saldanha and ambushed a British force in Mamore - the only way to get to Urris back then. With the gap patrolled by the locals, Urris effectively remained independent until 1815 when it was recovered with "over one hundred shots being fired". (less) Mamore - Madhm Mor, great breach or gap. The glacial debris here dates back some 15,0...(more)
Category: Historical
Northburgh castle HISTORY
The greatest castle on the peninsula is located on a rock platform, which rises out of Lough Foyle. It has a strategic command of this section of the lough, near its mouth. This awesome building utilised the advanced construction techniques of the Normans and the remarkable use of the natural rock to build a fortress intended to prevent attacks from Scotland and to act as a staging post for the final assault on the heartlands of Gaelic Ulster. (less) The greatest castle on the peninsula is located on a rock platform, which rises out o...(more)
Category: Historical
Quigley's Point HISTORY
Quigley's Point - Lough Foyle vantage point. From Feabhail, the mythological son of a Tuatha de Danann. Spanning 70 square miles, Lough Foyle divides the counties of Derry and Donegal although Derry is primarily built on the Inishowen side. 15 miles long, one mile wide at its entrance and ten miles broad along its south side. In World War II, it was an important naval base covering the western approaches from the Atlantic. From 1940 to 1945 some 11m tonnage of ships used the port here. In 1948, the Britsh Defence Minister A.V. Alexander went so far as to say "without Derry's river, we would have lost the war". (less) Quigley's Point - Lough Foyle vantage point. From Feabhail, the mythological son of a...(more)
Category: Historical
Holy well
Slieve sneacht HOLY WELL
It's a long way to come so make sure you bring a container for the water from this well! (less) It's a long way to come so make sure you bring a container for the water from this well!
Category: Holy well
St. Eigne's HOLY WELL
At the top of Mamore, you should stop off to view St. Eigne's Holy Well, renowned for its healing qualities and situated beside shrines to the Virgin Mother and St. Padre Pio.
There's a small tin jug by the well and you are encouraged to fill a bottle of holy water to bring home and cure ailments from the eyes to the limbs. By the grottos, you will notice relics of deceased, often young people, left by their families. Despite the inhospitality of the terrain, you'll notice how all of the mementos are remarkably well preserved. They are traditionally cleared on the 15th of August , the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, the day on which Christ's mother was brought up to Heaven 40 days after her earthly death. St Padre Pio is a saint particularly close to the Irish. This Italian monk died in 1968 was believed to have both stigmata and the ultimate party piece, bilocation, the power to be in two places at once. (less) At the top of Mamore, you should stop off to view St. Eigne's Holy Well, renowned for...(more)
Wide range of activities. Children from four onwards are welcome. 353(0)863839644 (less) Wide range of activities. Children from four onwards are welcome. 353(0)863839644
Category: Horse riding
Rose Cottage Stables RIDING
North of Malin on coast road 353(0)876311676 www.malinriding.com (less) North of Malin on coast road 353(0)876311676 www.malinriding.com
On outskirts of Buncrana on the Derry Road, this hotel needs to be accessed by a side road. +353(0)749321810 (less) On outskirts of Buncrana on the Derry Road, this hotel needs to be accessed by a side...(more)
Category: Hotel
An Grianan hotel
An Grianan Hotel Address: Speenogue, Burt, Co. Donegal Phone No: 00353 (0) 74 93 68900 Email: Website:>info@angriananhotel.com Website:www.angriananhotel.com Description: An Grianan Hotel is a family owned Hotel wrapped in the rolling hills of Donegal in the historic townland of Burt with Derry, Letterkenny and Buncrana only 10 - 15 minutes away. It is one of those gems of Irish hospitality. An Grianan Hotel is cosy and charming, offering an exceptional warm welcome and personal service to all its guests. With its 43 deluxe rooms designed to the highest standards. (less) An Grianan Hotel Address: Speenogue, Burt, Co. Donegal Phone No: 00353 (0) 74 93 6890...(more)
Category: Hotel
Info Points
Ballyliffin Info Point
Site of two excellent links courses which frequently feature in the Top 20 of the British Isles' finest courses. Nearby Pollan strand is a magnificent two mile stretch of golden sand with a childrens' playground beside it. (less) Site of two excellent links courses which frequently feature in the Top 20 of the Bri...(more)
Category: Info Points
Bridgend info point
With ample parking, this a good place to get out the map and plan your journey. (less) With ample parking, this a good place to get out the map and plan your journey.
Category: Info Points
Buncrana Tourist Office
Tourism office: +353 (0)74 9362600 www.buncrana.ie Bun Crannach, meaning end of the Cran river. Provincial capital of the peninsula known by some as "the Queen of Donegal". It was, once the stronghold of the O'Doherty clan, a former garrison town with some fine architecture from that time and home to playwright Frank McGuinness. Revolutionary Wolfe Tone was held at Buncrana Castle upon his capture in 1798. A bustling and vibrant town, it's well worth a stop for its fine range of hostelries with regular music sessions still taking place in OFlahartaighs on a Wednesday or O'Doherty's on a Thursday. (less) Tourism office: +353 (0)74 9362600 www.buncrana.ie Bun Crannach, meaning end of the ...(more)
Category: Info Points
Carndonagh library
+353(0)74 93 73701 Extra helpful and friendly staff always make a trip here worthwhile. Their reference section has some of those elusive Harry Swan books on Inishowen. (less) +353(0)74 93 73701 Extra helpful and friendly staff always make a trip here worthwhi...(more)
Category: Info Points
Curiosity shop - info point
Peter McAvenue has an excellent knowledge of the area and is an official Inishowen Tourism info point at his Curiosity Shop by Esky bay near Malin Head. Parking available. (less) Peter McAvenue has an excellent knowledge of the area and is an official Inishowen To...(more)
Category: Info Points
Greencastle info point
With the introduction of the Foyle ferry, Greencastle is the gateway to Inishowen. It's worth stopping off and getting your bearing. The nearby maritime museum and planetarium and award-winning seafood restaurant, Kealy's are two worthwhile stops. Home to McDonald's boatbuilders, playwright Brian Friel and the The Cairn visitor attraction, telling of Ireland's colourful past. (less) With the introduction of the Foyle ferry, Greencastle is the gateway to Inishowen. It...(more)
Category: Info Points
Inishowen Tourism office
Council offices, Carndonagh 353(0)749374933 www.visitinishowen.com Kathleen Gill and her staff will be more than willing to help out with any query you may during your time in this beautiful peninsula. Ensure you keep the number to hand. (less) Council offices, Carndonagh 353(0)749374933 www.visitinishowen.com Kathleen Gill and...(more)
Category: Info Points
Malin Head info point
info@malinhead.ie W: www.malinhead.ie Full details of the area should be available from here. The most northerly point is near the Napoleonic tower in the distance on a hill called Banba's Crown. The sign that should tell you to take the next left is missing so be ready to indicate as you approach the road up to it. (less) info@malinhead.ie W: www.malinhead.ie Full deta...(more)
Category: Info Points
Moville INFO
353(0)74 93 85875 www.movilleinishowen.com Magh Bhile, plain of ancient tree. Moville is the 18th century resort town built by the family of Field Marshall Montgomery. There's a lively atmosphere to the place be it the St. Patrick's Day parade through to the country's only Beatles and Bob Dylan festival. It has the remains of one of the oldest bridges in Ireland dating from the 6th century with wattle marks still visible under the arches. (less) 353(0)74 93 85875 www.movilleinishowen.com Magh Bhile, plain of ancient tree. Moville...(more)
Category: Info Points
Muff info point
Pull in to the Texaco station just over the border and get your bearings at this information point. (less) Pull in to the Texaco station just over the border and get your bearings at this info...(more)
Category: Info Points
Derry Tourist Information centre
A very good tourist office offering all Ireland information. 44 Foyle Street Derry County Londonderry BT48 6AT Tel: (028) 7126 7284 Web: www.derryvisitor.com
Tourist Information Centre Services:
- Your one stop shop for visiting Ireland - Ireland's only 32 county Tourist Information Service offering friendly, helpful advice from multi-lingual staff - FREE Literature and itinerary advice on travelling throughout Ireland - FREE information on the local area – guide books and maps - An Accommodation Booking Service for reservations throughout Ireland - Experience a journey through history with a selection of Guided Walking Tours which include a walk on Derry's famous City Walls and incorporate some of the city's most - popular visitor attractions - Visit our Gift Shop with souvenirs to suit all tastes - A Bureau de Change facility for the convenience of all visitors. - Internet Access - For cyclists – bicycles lockers - 24 hour Tourist Information Kiosk
Opening Hours:
Open All Year Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm Sat 10am-5pm July-Sept Mon-Fri 9.00am-7.00pm Sat 10.00am-6.00pm Sun 10.00am-5.00pm (less) A very good tourist office offering all Ireland information. 44 Foyle Street Derry Co...(more)
Category: Info Points
Landmark
Burt church LANDMARK
At the bottom of the road leading up to Grianan of Aileach is the site to the famous Liam McCormack's award-winning church, frequently cited as Ireland's favourite building. The RIAI citation from 1965 stated "It is not often that a building is found, such as this little country church, which speaks so clearly of the loving care which has been lavished on by architect, builder, client, artists, craftsmen and everyone connected with it. This church is as perfect an example of integration with its magnificent site as it is, probably, possible to achieve." (less) At the bottom of the road leading up to Grianan of Aileach is the site to the famous ...(more)
Category: Landmark
Church Of The Sacred Heart LANDMARK
Carndonagh. This imposing edifice greets the visitor no matter which direction they enter the town. Each granite stone was hand carved by master stone masons and was completed in 1945. (less) Carndonagh. This imposing edifice greets the visitor no matter which direction they ...(more)
Category: Landmark
Inishowen head LANDMARK
Views of the northern coast as far at the Giant's Causeway, Rathlin island and the western isles of Scotland. Described in Joseph O'Connor's book, "Inishowen" as the "best view in the world" no less. (less) Views of the northern coast as far at the Giant's Causeway, Rathlin island and the we...(more)
Category: Landmark
Inishowen starting point LANDMARK
When you see the green sign on your left for Burt, you're in Inishowen - welcome.
The present peninsula was made up of a number of islands viz Malainn, Doagh, Inis Eoghain proper, Inch, Beart, Derry and Aileach. Geoology surveys have proven this and the southern boundary appears to have a waterway stretching from Carrigans on Lough Foyle to Blanket Nook on Lough Swilly, through your current location. (less) When you see the green sign on your left for Burt, you're in Inishowen - welcome. Th...(more)
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Category: Landmark
Malin Head - landmark
The furthest point you can travel to in Ireland before Greenland! Located two kms away from the tower on Banba's Crown - follow the coast to get to it. You'll be glad you did. Take the scenic Malin Head trail to get to it, details of which are at www.malinhead.ie (less) The furthest point you can travel to in Ireland before Greenland! Located two kms awa...(more)
Category: Landmark
Malin well/Wee House Of Malin LANDMARK
Holy wells were originally associated with the pagan belief of the sanctity of water, in fact local tradition states that the original foundation was built to exorcise the evil from the area. "The Wee House of Malin" is the little cave behind the ruins of the old church. Supposedly the home of a hermit - the legend goes that no matter how many people enter the cave there will always be room. The "Saint" venerated was St.Muirdhealach. He supposedly blessed the well (located in a cavern underneath the large rock directly in front of the ruins of the church). (less) Holy wells were originally associated with the pagan belief of the sanctity of water,...(more)
Category: Landmark
Legend
Black dog of Fahan LEGEND
According to legend, there is a druid living in an enchanted state in Mouldy mountain between Fahan and Buncrana. He is called Lamh Dhearg or the Red-Handed. Keeping watch over him is a large dog called the Black Dog of Fahan. Whenever the dog is released, an important event is about to take place. He was seen on Bapsey's Brae just before the outbreak of WW2 and has also been seen prior to Donegal's All Ireland win of 1992! (less) According to legend, there is a druid living in an enchanted state in Mouldy mountain...(more)
Category: Legend
Bunagee pier - legend
Local tradition has it that St. Buadan blessed the port of Bunagee at the mouth of the Culdaff river. It is said that any fishing boat put out from that port was never lost. So strong was that belief that new boats used to be brought overland from Malin and other places to be launched at Bunagee so as to have the blessing of St. Buadan's blessing (less) Local tradition has it that St. Buadan blessed the port of Bunagee at the mouth of th...(more)
Category: Legend
Chair of leisure LEGEND
Site of the Cathair an Tholais, Chair of Leisure which legend has it that no woman who ever sits in it will ever marry. S.H. Sandelford wrote of bringing a learned society to visit the area. On being brough to the chair and being told of its legend, a number of educated and sophisiticated ladies were asked for volunteers to sit on the chair. However, despite deriding local superstitions, not one of them would take the risk! Will you though? (less) Site of the Cathair an Tholais, Chair of Leisure which legend has it that no woman wh...(more)
Category: Legend
Cooley cross LEGEND
Cooley cross stands on what is believed to be the entrance to the monastery established by St Finian and dates back to the 11th century. It was the indignation that St. Finian felt at St. Colmcille copying a text of his without permission that lead to the establishment of the earliest example of copyright infringement and the ruling by King Diarmaid that to "as to every every cow, its calf, so to every book, its copy". Colmcille was found guilty and as punishment was banished from Ireland, settling off the coast of western Scotland on Iona. Part of his punishment was never to set foot on the soil of Ireland again, and technically he didn't as he frequently returned to its shores with shoes that contained soil from his Scottish isle! (less) Cooley cross stands on what is believed to be the entrance to the monastery establish...(more)
Category: Legend
Devil's bridge - LEGEND
This spectacular sea arch probably got its unusual name from smugglers keen to deter anyone from visiting the area, rather than from Old Nick putting in an appearance on it at some stage. Another nearby point along the coast is called Hell's hole! (less) This spectacular sea arch probably got its unusual name from smugglers keen to deter ...(more)
Category: Legend
Eoghain's grave LEGEND
In AD395, Prince Eoghan (Owen), son of King Niall of the Nine Hostages, Ard Righ of Ireland, came to Grianan of Aileach and gave his name to Inis Eoghain (i.e., Island of Owen). According to the Annals of the Four Masters, Eoghan himself was buried here in AD465 "Eoghan, son of Niall dies of tears, goodly his nature for the death of hardy feats and his grave is at Uisge-Chaoin." Eoghan lived and died a prince, but his grandson Muircheartach Mor MacEarca became King of Aileach and first Christian High King of al Ireland. For six centuries Kings of Ireland were chosen from the descendants of Eoghan. (less) In AD395, Prince Eoghan (Owen), son of King Niall of the Nine Hostages, Ard Righ of I...(more)
Category: Legend
Finn McCool's finger LEGEND
Two miles beyond Clonmany on the Buncrana side is the Magheramore dolmen, a 20 ton rock supported a few inches off the ground on three sides under which lies a megalithic tomb. Locally it is called Finn McCool's Finger stone. The tradition has it that it was thrown by Finn from nearby Slieve Sneacht at another giant on Coolcross Hill who had interfered in his love affairs. (less) Two miles beyond Clonmany on the Buncrana side is the Magheramore dolmen, a 20 ton ro...(more)
Category: Legend
Grainne's gap LEGEND
Grainne, wife of cuckolded mythical giant, Fionn mcCool, went on the run with her lover Diarmaid for some 16 years. This is is just one of the places where they bedded for the night. (less) Grainne, wife of cuckolded mythical giant, Fionn mcCool, went on the run with her lov...(more)
Category: Legend
Grianan of Aileach - legend
Legend has it that Fionn McCool and his warriors lie asleep under this mountain and at Ireland's moment of need, they will rise up and reclaim their ancient land. Anytime now would be good lads! In the meantime, enjoy the stunning views from this incredible place. (less) Legend has it that Fionn McCool and his warriors lie asleep under this mountain and a...(more)
Category: Legend
Marine
Port Ronan MARINE
A fine quiet port to the west of Malin Head where you can launch your boat. Check locally for further details. (less) A fine quiet port to the west of Malin Head where you can launch your boat. Check loc...(more)
Category: Marine
Swilly Marina MARINE
353 (0)74 936 0008 Email: loughswillymarina@eircom.net 406 berth yacht & boat marina, the first from Coleraine and last until Co. Clare. Water, electricity, toilets and showers are available on site. (less) 353 (0)74 936 0008 Email: loughswillymari...(more)
Category: Marine
Museum
Clonmany Wildlife Museum
Just outside of Clonmany is the this museum which has preserved wildlife including Irish and international exhibits - some of Ireland's rarest birds including choughs, corncrakes and other birds of prey are on display. Gortfad near Clonmany. +353 (0)749376609 (less) Just outside of Clonmany is the this museum which has preserved wildlife including Ir...(more)
Category: Museum
Off beat
Amelia Earhart landing spot OFF BEAT
On the morning of May 20, 1932 the flight pioneer set off from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland with the intention of flying to Paris in her single engine Lockheed Vega 5b to emulate Charles Lindbergh's solo flight. After a flight lasting 14 hours, 56 minutes during which she contended with strong northerly winds, icy conditions and mechanical problems, Earhart landed in a pasture at Culmore on the banks of Lough Foyle. In a masterly stroke of understated smalltalk, a farm hand who'd witnessed the landing asked, "Have you flown far?" Amelia replied, "From America". The site now is the home of a small museum, the Amelia Earhart Centre, but I'm hearing its shut (and it looked it when I checked yesterday) so read up on this fascinating woman before making the pilgrimage here. (less) On the morning of May 20, 1932 the flight pioneer set off from Harbour Grace, Newfoun...(more)
Category: Off beat
Banba's Caffe OFF BEAT
Banba's Crown, Malin Head 353(0)749370128 www.caffebanba.com Ireland's most northerly mobile coffee shop and bakery ensures that a visit to Malin Head is rewarded with some fresh coffee and home baking before you get ready for the Malin Head Trail. Dominic will be happy to help you with any questions you have about touring the peninsula. (less) Banba's Crown, Malin Head 353(0)749370128 www.caffebanba.com Ireland's most northerl...(more)
Category: Off beat
Barrs OFF BEAT
A great shopkeeper with a shop like no other! From flags making to promoting local traditional musicians, there's an olde world charm and ease in this emporium. Buy yourself a Donegal geansai and have a word with Mr. Barr himself if he's about. (less) A great shopkeeper with a shop like no other! From flags making to promoting local tr...(more)
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Burt - off beat
From Gilly's Shipwrecks of the Royal Navy, an observer wrote: "months had passed away after the wreck and it was supposed that every living thing had perished with the Saldanha when in the following August, a bird was observed in a tree near a gentleman's house in Burt. A servant mistook it for a hawk and shot it. When taken up the bird proved to be a beautiful queen parrot, having round its neck a gold ring inscribed "Captain Packenham. HMS Saldanha". Against the odds, the poor bird had survived the horrors of the Saldanha sinking only to be exterminated due to mistaken identity! (less) From Gilly's Shipwrecks of the Royal Navy, an observer wrote: "months had passed away...(more)
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Charles Macklin birthplace OFF BEAT
Charles Macklin, the noted West End actor, born in the townland of Gortinaren near Culdaff, died in London at the remarkable age of 106 in 1798. A true Inishowenian, he was born a McLaughlin, but found that the English couldn't get their mouths around such a cacophonous surname! The Macklin festival spearheaded by local historian, Sean Beattie, is celebrated every October in Culdaff. (less) Charles Macklin, the noted West End actor, born in the townland of Gortinaren near Cu...(more)
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Clonmany tug o war club OFF BEAT
Don't mess with these folks - they have been tug o war world champions in recent years!
Founded in 1946, Clonmany won the All Ireland tug of war championships in 1980 and went on to represent Ireland in the World Championships in Switzerland - they got 4th place. The team won gold medals at the World Games in Spain in 1995. To date, the Clonmany Tug O War team have achieved six world gold medals and twenty All Ireland titles. www.clonmany.com/org/tugowar/greenhut.shtml (less) Don't mess with these folks - they have been tug o war world champions in recent year...(more)
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Curiosity shop OFF BEAT
Overlooking Esky bay just before Malin Head itself, look out for this most original emporium! (less) Overlooking Esky bay just before Malin Head itself, look out for this most original e...(more)
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Dope island OFF BEAT
The idylic island you are passing was home to a cannabis farm some years ago! (less) The idylic island you are passing was home to a cannabis farm some years ago!
Category: Off beat
Druminderry bridge OFF BEAT
Scene of the last fatal duel in Ireland in 1812 when Mr. Bateman was killed by the ricocheted bullet of Mr. Todd. Bateman's out of control sister took aim at Mr. Todd as he made his way from the scene, but missed the target. Todd's punishment was to have his hand branded as a duellist, but as he was regarded as such a fine gent by one and all, a cold iron was pressed on to his hand instead of the dreaded red hot variety. (less) Scene of the last fatal duel in Ireland in 1812 when Mr. Bateman was killed by the ri...(more)
Category: Off beat
Four headless eagles OFF BEAT
A Dunaff landmark, the result of some high jinks at Halloween several years ago! (less) A Dunaff landmark, the result of some high jinks at Halloween several years ago!
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Glentogher silver mines OFF BEAT
This desolate area once thrived when a silver mine opened in 1790! Pull in here and if you look across the road to the right of the gate on a ridge is where the mine was. Alas, not available for further investigation without the owner's consent! (less) This desolate area once thrived when a silver mine opened in 1790! Pull in here and i...(more)
Category: Off beat
Leon Uris 'watering hole' OFF BEAT
In 1976, Leon Uris's epic book, Trinity was published. The book tells the story of the intertwining lives of the Larkins, Catholic hill farmers from the fictional town of Ballyutogue in County Donegal; the Macleods, Protestant shipyard workers from Belfast; and the Hubbles, representatives of three centuries of Anglo-Irish aristocracy. For his Donegal research, Uris based himself around Quigley's Point and Redcastle, doing his "research" in McGowan's pub. (less) In 1976, Leon Uris's epic book, Trinity was published. The book tells the story of th...(more)
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Lions & horses of Muff OFF BEAT
Look out for the stirring sight of two lions and stallions on hind legs protecting the entrance to this house! (less) Look out for the stirring sight of two lions and stallions on hind legs protecting th...(more)
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Monty's ancestral home OFF BEAT
The now derelict New Park is the ancestral home to Field Marshall Montgomery who spent many holidays here, including his honeymoon. Surrounded by modern houses, it's a far cry from its heyday when the Montgomery's owned large tracts of land around Moville and the general's redoubtable mother ruled with the roost. Monty last saw it from the air after the war when he was being made a Freeman of Derry and asked the pilot to circle low over his "dear sweet Irish home". (less) The now derelict New Park is the ancestral home to Field Marshall Montgomery who spen...(more)
Category: Off beat
Slob Road OFF BEAT
You are now traveling on the curiously titled Slob Road, alas there is no roadsign for photos with your favourite slob! It refers to the fact that the land was slob or slabland, having been reclaimed from Lough Swilly by Count Braisie in the 1870s. (less) You are now traveling on the curiously titled Slob Road, alas there is no roadsign fo...(more)
Category: Off beat
White's corner OFF BEAT
Unofficial renamed corner in honour of one of the first men to have a car in the area who somehow managed to roll his car whilst taking the corner! (less) Unofficial renamed corner in honour of one of the first men to have a car in the area...(more)
Category: Off beat
Peace & quiet
IOSAS centre & prayer garden PEACE & QUIET
Muff 353(0)749384866 www.columbacommunity.com IOSAS is a foundation of the Columba community. The nearby Celtic garden depicts the major saints of Ireland's golden age over a six acre raised bog. (less) Muff 353(0)749384866 www.columbacommunity.com IOSAS is a foundation of the Columba c...(more)
Category: Peace & quiet
Public house
Arch Inn PUB
The Diamond. Carndonagh (less) The Diamond. Carndonagh
Category: Public house
Drift Inn PUB
Once home to the railway station, this is an inviting and charming pub with fires, good food and music. +353(0)74-9321722 (less) Once home to the railway station, this is an inviting and charming pub with fires, go...(more)
Category: Public house
Farren's bar PUB
Slieveban, Ballygorman Ireland's most northerly pub 353(0)749370128 (less) Slieveban, Ballygorman Ireland's most northerly pub 353(0)749370128
Category: Public house
Lily's PUB
Malin village. Lively pub in heart of the village. Small, but beautifully formed. (less) Malin village. Lively pub in heart of the village. Small, but beautifully formed.
Category: Public house
McClean's PUB
Filling station cum grocery cum bar by the water's edge, (less) Filling station cum grocery cum bar by the water's edge,
Category: Public house
McGonagle's PUB
Old-style pub where all the matters of the day are discussed at the bar. The Diamond, Carndonagh 353(0)7493 (less) Old-style pub where all the matters of the day are discussed at the bar. The Diamond,...(more)
Category: Public house
McGuinness's PUB
Local councillor's lively watering hole. Spacious, live music. Main street, Culdaff 353(0)749379116 (less) Local councillor's lively watering hole. Spacious, live music. Main street, Culdaff ...(more)
Category: Public house
Mickey McClure's PUB
Carndonagh's best host. What he doesn't know about the area ain't worth knowing. 353(0)749374526 (less) Carndonagh's best host. What he doesn't know about the area ain't worth knowing. 353...(more)
Category: Public house
O'Flaitheartaigh's Bar PUB
Fun-filled popular bar serving good food. Main street, Buncrana 353(0)749361305 www.oflahertysbar.com/ (less) Fun-filled popular bar serving good food. Main street, Buncrana 353(0)749361305 www....(more)
Category: Public house
Persian Bar PUB
Inishowen's best pub? Never a dull moment under the watchful eye of Annie. +353(0)74-9374823 (less) Inishowen's best pub? Never a dull moment under the watchful eye of Annie. +353(0)74-...(more)
Category: Public house
Rusty Nail PUB
Out of the way landmark pub. Well worth the diversion. Crossconnell, Clonmany 353(0)749376116 (less) Out of the way landmark pub. Well worth the diversion. Crossconnell, Clonmany 353(0)...(more)
Category: Public house
Seaview Tavern PUB
Ballygorman, Malin Head 353(0)749370117 Ireland's most northerly lounge and restaurant. (less) Ballygorman, Malin Head 353(0)749370117 Ireland's most northerly lounge and restaurant.
Category: Public house
The Glen bar PUB
The Diamond, Carndonagh (less) The Diamond, Carndonagh
Category: Public house
The Ture Inn PUB
Moville Road, outside of Muff. (less) Moville Road, outside of Muff.
Linsfort, outside of Buncrana +353(0)87 - 6646346 Experience the adrenalin rush of riding easily-handled quad bikes over a variety of tracks and obstacles, situated only 3 miles outside Buncrana, overlooking Lough Swilly. The centre has up to x12 250cc quads which is ideal for stag/hen parties, weekend breaks, and family outings, and also have x6 90cc Quads. Open all year around. 3 different tracks to suit all levels of experience. All weather gear provided 250cc & 90cc Honda Quads available. Family deals available every Tuesday and Wednesday Gift Vouchers available
(less) Linsfort, outside of Buncrana +353(0)87 - 6646346 Experience the adrenalin rush of ri...(more)
Category: Quad biking
Restaurant
Farren's bar & restaurant
Any place that serves a 3 course meal for EU9 is worth a visit! Be taken back in time in this hidden gem, a must for those in the know. (less) Any place that serves a 3 course meal for EU9 is worth a visit! Be taken back in time...(more)
Malin village. At the back of the village is this traditional diner. Good reputation. (less) Malin village. At the back of the village is this traditional diner. Good reputation.
Category: Restaurant
Rosata's bar & restaurant
Malin Road, Moville. 353(0)749382247 Great food, trad music and good pints in this old world Moville landmark. (less) Malin Road, Moville. 353(0)749382247 Great food, trad music and good pints in this o...(more)
Category: Restaurant
The Red Door Award winning restaurant
With a great location over lower Lough Swilly, the Red Door is a must with anyone who values good quality accommodation coupled with excellent food and wine. Restaurant Opening Times: Thurs - Sat : 6pm to Late Sun: Lunch 1pm - 4:30pm Evening 5:30pm to Late Can cater for private parties, weddings & other functions. Gift vouchers available Carrowmullin, Fahan, Co. Donegal www.thereddoor.ie +353(0)7493 60289 (less) With a great location over lower Lough Swilly, the Red Door is a must with anyone who...(more)
Category: Restaurant
The Beach house Award winning restaurant
The Beach House opened in June 2006 by Claire Mc Gowan. The ethos of our restaurant is to provide excellent food, friendly service, a warm relaxed atmosphere and value for money. Niall Gorman is the highly regarded head chef. The Pier, Swilly Road Buncrana, Inishowen Co. Donegal, Ireland www.thebeachhouse.ie T: +353 7493 61050 (less) The Beach House opened in June 2006 by Claire Mc Gowan. The ethos of our restaurant...(more)
Category: Restaurant
Railway Tavern/Firebox Grill
Restaurant is located on the shores of Lough Swilly, at Fahan, Co. Donegal, in the premises of the Railway Tavern, which was formally the Station House of the Londonderry & Lough Swilly Railway Company (L&LSR).
www.fireboxgrill.com +353(0)74 9360137 (less) Restaurant is located on the shores of Lough Swilly, at Fahan, Co. Donegal, in the pr...(more)
(less) The Castle Inn, Greencastle, Co Donegal, Ireland Located beside Northburgh castle by ...(more)
Category: Restaurant
Scenic
Barnan More SCENIC
Heading south, look out for Lough Swilly, the lake of shadows shimmering in the distance. (less) Heading south, look out for Lough Swilly, the lake of shadows shimmering in the distance.
Category: Scenic
Base of Slieve Sneacht
If you want to get away from it all, with not a house to be seen and just the colours and contours of this peaceful valley then this is the place to park the car and go walking. (less) If you want to get away from it all, with not a house to be seen and just the colours...(more)
Category: Scenic
Buncrana shore path SCENIC
A great walk to work up an appetite, it takes in Buncrana castle, O'Doherty's keep, Ned's point and of course Lough Swilly. (less) A great walk to work up an appetite, it takes in Buncrana castle, O'Doherty's keep, N...(more)
Category: Scenic
Crockalough SCENIC
From a distance, it seems like there is a giant golf ball on top of this mountain. Without it, no flights would get across the Atlantic as it is a state of the art telecommunications system processing countless flight data. That's by the by - you are here for peace, quiet and good scenery and at the top of this mountain, you will have all three. (less) From a distance, it seems like there is a giant golf ball on top of this mountain. Wi...(more)
Category: Scenic
Dunree head SCENIC
A magnificent viewing point for the deepwater Lough Swilly - you can see as far down as Grianan of Aileach right up to Fanad Head (less) A magnificent viewing point for the deepwater Lough Swilly - you can see as far down ...(more)
Category: Scenic
Inch Island SCENIC
Wonderful location for views of Lough Swilly & environs from the top of 732 feet high Inch Top. (less) Wonderful location for views of Lough Swilly & environs from the top of 732 feet high...(more)
Category: Scenic
Malin Head - scenic
www.malinhead.ie Finally, after the long journey and countless sights along the Inis Eoghain '100', you've made it. Ensure you take the Malin Head Trail from the Napoleonic tower on Banba's Crown hill along the coast to Malin Head itself, taking in the freshest air in Europe. Stunning scenery and great wildlife are here in abundance. (less) www.malinhead.ie Finally, after the long journey and countless sights along the Inis ...(more)
Category: Scenic
Ned's point SCENIC
Lest you think Ned or indeed Neid, was some quaint Irish hermit, we should tell you that Neid in Irish mythology was in fact the God of Battles married to the equally redoubtable Nemon. Further on is Fr. Hegarty's Rock, the scene of the death of a martyr in 1632. Excellent views of Lough Swilly may help to placate Ned. (less) Lest you think Ned or indeed Neid, was some quaint Irish hermit, we should tell you t...(more)
Category: Scenic
Scalp mountain SCENIC
A brave walk deserves reward and hopefully the views afforded from Scalp will have made it all worth while. (less) A brave walk deserves reward and hopefully the views afforded from Scalp will have ma...(more)
Category: Scenic
Top of Slieve Sneacht SCENIC
From the top of Snow mountain, unparalleled views of both sides of the peninsula can be seen. (less) From the top of Snow mountain, unparalleled views of both sides of the peninsula can ...(more)
Category: Scenic
Self catering accommodation
Gallagher's thatched cottage
Gallagher's Thatched Cottage. 4 rooms. (Price is your call!) John Vincent Gallagher, Ballyhillion, Malin Head Mobile: 087 7712057 Farmer John Vincent Gallagher has refurbished his family homestead, which includes three double bedrooms and a single room with breathtaking views over Ineuran bay. The story goes that this house once graced the cover of Time magazine... (less) Gallagher's Thatched Cottage. 4 rooms. (Price is your call!) John Vincent Gallagher, ...(more)
Category: Self catering accommodation
Inishtrahuill view Self catering/B&B
Inishtrahuill View. 8 rooms. (€35 per person B&B) Donald & Elma Toland, Ballygorman, Malin Head Land line: 074 9370 115 Mobile: 086 8138 272 Email: The>donaldjtoland@eircom.net The wonderfully helpful Elma Toland's B&B and adjacent apartments have a stunning view overlooking the Atlantic from a height. Your breakfast is served in a room from which you can enjoy the full panorama of hills, coast and sea. (less) Inishtrahuill View. 8 rooms. (€35 per person B&B) Donald & Elma Toland, Ballygorman, ...(more)
Category: Self catering accommodation
Nora's cottage Self catering
Nora's. 3 rooms. (€35 per person B&B) Mary Hannigan, Malin village Land line: 074 9370763 Mobile: 086 3507174 Email: Anyone>maryhannigan@ireland.com Anyone wanting a bit of space (just over the bridge at Malin village) with a heavenly view should book this cottage, also run by Mary. It's right next door to the highly regarded Malin stables if you want to get in some trekking. (less) Nora's. 3 rooms. (€35 per person B&B) Mary Hannigan, Malin village ...(more)
Category: Self catering accommodation
Radharc Dunn Cinn Tra B&B/Self catering
Radarc Dunn Cinn Tra. 3 en suites. (€55 per room B&B) Liam McLaughlin, Drumcarbit, Culdaff road, Malin Land line: 074 9370063 Website: www.mydonegalhome.com/ Liam and Susan run this clean and well appointed B&B on the Culdaff road, just shy of Malin village. Liam has a helpful nature without making a fuss about things and is very obliging. They also have Joe's cottage behind the B&B – it can accommodate six people. (less) Radarc Dunn Cinn Tra. 3 en suites. (€55 per room B&B) Liam McLaughlin, Drumcarbit, Cu...(more)
Category: Self catering accommodation
Sports
Inishowen sub aqua club
Ned's Point, Buncrana, Richard on 00353(0)86 3934970 (less) Ned's Point, Buncrana, Richard on 00353(0)86 3934970
+353(0)749367137 Floodlit state of the art court where visitors are welcome - ring to book. (less) +353(0)749367137 Floodlit state of the art court where visitors are welcome - ring to...(more)
Category: Tennis
Moville tennis courts
Municipal courts by the water's edge. (less) Municipal courts by the water's edge.
