Mary’s guidebook
Sightseeing
On our door step (4 km to carpark or for the more experienced climber you can traverse the mountain from the Eastern side) which is walking distance (16 km round trip). Croagh Patrick is an iconic pilgrimage site. For those who climb it is a difficulty mountain but has a very clear, defined gravelly path. Climbers should allow 4 hours & bring correct climbing equipment - Hiking shoes/boots, climbing poles ( Sticks available to rent/buy at @Toughatthetop which is in carpark)
Plenty of water, power bank & correct clothing for all weather is advised. Slow & steady will get you there.
For those not able for the full climb there is a lovely walk along the bottom section which starts in the carpark at Murrisk also.
132 yerel halk öneriyor
Croagh Patrick
On our door step (4 km to carpark or for the more experienced climber you can traverse the mountain from the Eastern side) which is walking distance (16 km round trip). Croagh Patrick is an iconic pilgrimage site. For those who climb it is a difficulty mountain but has a very clear, defined gravelly path. Climbers should allow 4 hours & bring correct climbing equipment - Hiking shoes/boots, climbing poles ( Sticks available to rent/buy at @Toughatthetop which is in carpark)
Plenty of water, power bank & correct clothing for all weather is advised. Slow & steady will get you there.
For those not able for the full climb there is a lovely walk along the bottom section which starts in the carpark at Murrisk also.
Our favourite - Clare Island is 3 miles from the port of Roonagh (9 km from this accommodation). With regular daily sailings, it is a must visit for walkers, beach goers etc. Bikes can very rented or you can rent your own. There are two ferry companies - O Malley's and O Grady's. Two lovely pubs that serve excellent food ( Try the Catch of the Day in the Community Centre Bar)
There are beautiful walks to the old Abbey & the Lighthouse. The Island boasts its Blue Flag Beach in the harbour.
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Clare Island
Our favourite - Clare Island is 3 miles from the port of Roonagh (9 km from this accommodation). With regular daily sailings, it is a must visit for walkers, beach goers etc. Bikes can very rented or you can rent your own. There are two ferry companies - O Malley's and O Grady's. Two lovely pubs that serve excellent food ( Try the Catch of the Day in the Community Centre Bar)
There are beautiful walks to the old Abbey & the Lighthouse. The Island boasts its Blue Flag Beach in the harbour.
Old Head is fantastic for swimming, long walks (including a forest walk) and Paddle Boarding.
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Old Head Beach
Old Head is fantastic for swimming, long walks (including a forest walk) and Paddle Boarding.
6 miles from Roonagh Pier, Inishturk is an amazing diamond that often goes unnoticed. There are beautiful walks, beaches & the Community Centre serves food daily in the holiday season (check in advance)
Inishturk
6 miles from Roonagh Pier, Inishturk is an amazing diamond that often goes unnoticed. There are beautiful walks, beaches & the Community Centre serves food daily in the holiday season (check in advance)
This is a beautiful beach for swimming & walking. Go early to get parking !
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Carrowmore beach
This is a beautiful beach for swimming & walking. Go early to get parking !
Achill has it all - beaches, cliff climbs and more. The famous Keem beach is definitely worth a visit. It's a day trip (or more) but worth the journey
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Achill Island
Achill has it all - beaches, cliff climbs and more. The famous Keem beach is definitely worth a visit. It's a day trip (or more) but worth the journey
A beautiful drive from Louisburgh, take the loop around to Westport.
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Doolough Valley Famine Memorial
R335A beautiful drive from Louisburgh, take the loop around to Westport.
Tourmakeady Waterfall
Take a picnic, benches along the paths in the forest
Food scene
The local restaurant is owned by Ruth & Myles and has many awards for it's prizewinning food. Situated in Murrisk, a must visit after a day at the beach, climbing, cycling etc.
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The Tavern Bar & Restaurant
The local restaurant is owned by Ruth & Myles and has many awards for it's prizewinning food. Situated in Murrisk, a must visit after a day at the beach, climbing, cycling etc.
At the foot of The Reek, Campbells serves a limited but tasty menu. It is a meeting place for those enjoying a pint after tackling the mountain
Campbells at the Reek
At the foot of The Reek, Campbells serves a limited but tasty menu. It is a meeting place for those enjoying a pint after tackling the mountain
Tia is more than a bakery. It also has a sister Tia By The River restaurant also in Louisburgh. So for a take away coffee accompanied by homemade pastries & sandwiches or for a lovely meal, Tia is recommended.
Tia Cafe
Westport RoadTia is more than a bakery. It also has a sister Tia By The River restaurant also in Louisburgh. So for a take away coffee accompanied by homemade pastries & sandwiches or for a lovely meal, Tia is recommended.
Louisburgh 74 is an inexpensive cafe/restaurant in Louisburgh. Edwina is the proprietor and the staff are very friendly. They also welcome dogs in their outside eating area.
For breakfast (try the vegetarian) it is a great place, they also serve lunch & dinner is on the menu in the Summer months. It's a BYOB affair & you can get a lift home after with your host if needed
Louisburgh 74 - Café Bistro
3 Chapel StLouisburgh 74 is an inexpensive cafe/restaurant in Louisburgh. Edwina is the proprietor and the staff are very friendly. They also welcome dogs in their outside eating area.
For breakfast (try the vegetarian) it is a great place, they also serve lunch & dinner is on the menu in the Summer months. It's a BYOB affair & you can get a lift home after with your host if needed
Friendly Village Pub
Stauntons is a family owned pub about 3 km away from our house. Run by the Dawson family, it is a beautiful spot for a drink/coffee etc. It is walking distance from lecanvey pier.
Staunton's Pub
R335Stauntons is a family owned pub about 3 km away from our house. Run by the Dawson family, it is a beautiful spot for a drink/coffee etc. It is walking distance from lecanvey pier.
Activities
Book early to avoid disappointment
For those experienced surfers, this is a fantastic & beautiful surf spot
Surf Mayo
Book early to avoid disappointment
For those experienced surfers, this is a fantastic & beautiful surf spot
This is a must try in the locality
Booking is advised but not always necessary. Great fun
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Summer Sup School
Oldhead CloseThis is a must try in the locality
Booking is advised but not always necessary. Great fun
Lecanvey Pier is a short walk to Stauntons Pub & the local church. It is a quiet beach & an amazing sunset spit
Lecanvey Pier
Lecanvey Pier is a short walk to Stauntons Pub & the local church. It is a quiet beach & an amazing sunset spit
Greenway Westport
Bertra Beach
Bertra Road