The Leenane Sheep And Wool Centre in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland is a museum, shop and cafe for fascinating visits learning about the history of sheep farming, the local woollen industry and the process of how sheep's fleece is made into cloth through technology. They do daily carding, spinning and weaving demonstrations on wheels and loom from the turn of the last century, you can also meet a sheep and view a sheep shearing demonstration by a local farmer in July and August. The Leenane Sheep And Wool Centre gift shop has a wide range of local woollen crafts like knitted and woven sweaters, throws and scarves as well as sheep skins, jewellery, crystals, Irish yarn and more, and the Bia Blas Cafe prides themselves on homemade food with locally sourced ingredients, mouthwatering desserts and cakes, come for the beautiful views and a fascinating visit.READ MORE

Connemara Seaweed Baths based in Leenane, Ireland and with spectacular views over Killary Harbour offer you the power of the sea with saltwater seaweed baths and massage and beauty treatments. Offering essential nutrients and minerals, the seaweed for the seaweed baths are hand cut fresh daily, and bathing in salt water also known as Thalasotherapy is a wonderful spa treatment for general wellbeing, relaxation, skin ailments and relief of pain. Connemara Seaweed Baths have single and double bathing rooms and a beauty suite is available for massage therapy. Here your will find calm, peace and tranquility, a haven of relaxation as the healing qualities of seaweed baths soothe you, detoxify and replace much needed iodine, nutrients and minerals in the body.READ MORE

The Connemara Adventure Challenge is an annual event and race in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland that starts and ends at the Kilary Adventure Centre, and covers 4 stages. The breakdown includes a run or walk over 10 kilometres, a 2 kilometre mountain climb, 17 kilometres of cycling over rough forestry tracks and roads, and a run kayaking run stage over 3.5 kilometres, the Connemare Adventure Duathlon is the same except for the run kayak run stage. The Connemara Adventure Challenge is an exciting and memorable adventure race with 3 different disciplines, and you get to run, pedal and kayak with spectacular views along the way, and the duathlon is for those who don't want to get wet, come be active in the outdoors, enjoy the challenge and have fun with great camaraderie from other competitors and spectators along the way.READ MORE

The Connemara Hostel in Leenane, County Galway, Connemara, Ireland is the perfect place to stay for all outdoor enthusiasts and they have family rooms with private bathrooms and en-suite rooms with complimentary breakfast, complimentary tea and coffee served all day. There is a self catering kitchen, outdoor barbeque facilities, a camping area, relaxing loungers, breathtaking sea and mountain views, an extensive DVD and book library and more. The Connemara Hostel is ideal for particpants partaking in their many events including the Connemarathon, and an easy way to travel and enjoy the area and surrounds is with the Galwat Tour Company, a jump on jump off, jump on again bus, come for the memories.READ MORE

Connemara Massage and Beauty Treatments are available in Leenane, Ireland overlooking Killary Harbour at the five star facilities with resident beautician and massage therapist. Enjoy a full body Swedish massage with essential oils, for a deep sense of fulfillment and relaxation, a back, neck and shoulder Swedish massage is also available. Surrender your skin to a double cleanse and exfoliation mask including a neck and head massage with a kaeso facial, it's a magical experience. The express facial is perfect for people on the go and leaves the skin glowing in no time. The therapist also offers a luxury manicure leaving you with a perfect set of hands and nails done in the colour of your choice, and a saltwater and salt scrub pedicure includes a saltwater seaweed soak. Spoil yourself with Connemara Massage and Beauty Treatments after a heavenly saltwater seaweed bath.READ MORE

Glen Valley Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast is an award winning family run delight in the village of Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland and with a beautiful location in a secluded valley is ideal for select holidays that will appeal to hill walkers. With a selection of comfortable rooms at great rates featuring modern conveniences and mountain views, guests are treated to a relaxing, peaceful stay with a delicious, hearty breakfast included. Glen Valley Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast is nestled on 1000 acres of private farmland, and this sheep farm also breeds Connemara ponies, the family have been farming the land for generations, and guests can roam free over the land and enjoy wonderful Irish farm life or explore the beautiful Irish countryside and natural historical heritage, artefacts and monuments that run through the grounds, come for an unforgettable stay.READ MORE

The Misunderstood Heron in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland is a food trailer with seaside setting that serves creative and delicious meals and great coffee. This funky little food truck serves breakfast and lunch, with meals available for take out, or enjoyed at their outdoor seating, and kids love it. The Misunderstood Heron does great pastries, falafels, quiches and sandwiches, plus their fresh Killary mussels come highly recommended, and the chocolate brownies are a must, the owners are very friendly and knowledgeable, so stop by for a chat, the best views in the world and something wonderful to eat, it's all here.READ MORE

Tir Na Nog Bed and Breakfast in Dualla, Leenane, County Galway, Connemara, Ireland brings you relaxing accommodation in the heart of Tipperary, and it's the best base for touring. Five en-suite guest bedrooms individually and tastefully decorated ensure a comfortable nights sleep in a relaxed atmosphere, set on two acres of mature gardens, you wake to panoramic views and peacefull surrounds. Tir Na Nog Bed and Breakfast delights with a buffet and full Irish breakfast in the morning, it's the perfect way to start the day, and there's a mouthwatering selection with something for everyone, then head out for a day of fun and exploring, there are many wonderful activities close by.READ MORE

Portfinn Lodge in the heart of the village of Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland is a warm guesthouse overlooking the Killary Fjord perfectly based for exploring the Wild Atlantic Way just a short walk from local restaurants and pubs. With 11 comfortable en-suite rooms affording stunning Killary Fjord or Maumturk mountain views, guests here have a choice of double and triple rooms with free WiFi and Tv available in the guest lounge, and a full Irish breakfast is included. Portfinn Lodge has beautiful landscaped gardens and is close to hiking, horseback riding and cruises on the only Fjord in Ireland, come for a relaxing and exciting, breathtaking and affordable staycation. READ MORE

Killary Sheep Farm is a traditional working farm in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland with ewes and lambs roaming freely in the mountain overlooking the Killary Fjord, here they run mainly blackhead horny sheep which are suited to the terrain. This farm is a fascinating place to visit and you can come view the traditional method of bog cutting the way it was done in the olden days, or enjoy a picturesque walk along country trails, they also do sheep shearing demonstrations between July to September when they shear all their sheep by hand, and sheep dog demonstrations. Killary Sheep Farm welcomes visitors of all ages, and they are situated on the southern shores of the Killary harbour on the mountain, a must visit.READ MORE