Connacht info
Its main urban centres are Galway in the south, and Sligo in the north. It has a population of 503,083, the smallest of the four Irish provinces.
In Irish the province is usually Cúige Chonnacht, meaning the province (literally, the fifth) belonging to the Connachta dynasty. Ireland had five provinces until the Norman Conquest, and the dynasty claimed descent from the mythical king Conn. An alternative anglicised spelling which was officially used during English and British rule is Connaught. In 1874 Queen Victoria granted the title Duke of Connaught to her third son, and could trace a descent from the Connachta.
Bays in Connacht, Ireland
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Ballina is a town in north County Mayo, and is known as the salmon capital of Ireland, boiasting breathtaking countryside perfect for walking, excellent fishing opportunities and more, it's a wonderful place for visitors and tourists alike....
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Ballinrobe is a town in the heart of the Lake District in County Mayo, Ireland dubbed the Lake Angling Capital of the West with over 60,000 acres of brown trout fishing to enjoy....
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Belmullet or Beal an Mhuirthead in Gaelic is a historical town located in County Mayo, Connacht, Ireland and the perfect destination for golf, watersports and fishing....
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Carna is a small area in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland, and is in a strong Gaeltacht region, where English is the second language, Irish being the first....
Carrick-on-Shannon is the largest town in Leitrim County, Ireland, and located on the shores of the majestic river Shannon, is the cruising capital of the Shannon....
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Galway Bay is a large bay / sea loch on the west coast of Ireland, between County Galway in the province of Connacht to the north and the Burren in County Clare in the province of Munster to the south. Galway city is located on the northeast side of the bay....
Leenaun also Leenane, is a village and 1,845 acre townland in County Galway, Ireland. It is on the shore of Killary Harbour, Ireland's only fjord, on the northern edge of Connemara....
Leitrim is a village in County Leitrim, Ireland, , it is the gateway to the Shannon-Erne Waterway and there are nature trails, forests, lakes, rivers and crannies to explore....
Louisburgh is built on the Bunowen River, part of which is a salmon fishery, and is located on the southwest corner of Clew Bay in County Mayo, Ireland in the shadow of Croagh Patrick mountain....
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Mulranny is a seaside village on the isthmus between Clew Bay and Blacksod Bay in County Mayo, Ireland....
Newport, historically known as Ballyveaghan, is a small picturesque town in the Barony of Burrishoole County Mayo, Ireland. It is located on the west coast of Ireland, along the shore of Clew Bay, north of Westport....
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Recess is a beautiful village in County Galway, Ireland seat among mountains and lakes with Connemara green marble quarries found on the lower slopes of the mountains....
Renvyle is located in County Galway, Ireland....
Sligo, is the county town of County Sligo in Ireland. The town is a borough and has a charter and a town mayor....
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Strandhill or Larass is a village and townland in County Sligo, Ireland....
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Westport is a magnificent town in County Mayo in Ireland, with international flair, charm and charisma, blue flag beaches and hundreds of things to do....
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Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor Adventures in Westport, Ireland offers bike hire on the Greenway with locations in every town on route, and they have top quality branded bikes for all ages and abilities. There's free roadside assistance as well and they also offer upgrades to electric bikes or lighter bikes with hydraulic disc brakes. Clew Bay Bike Hire and Outdoor Adventures now also offer guided sea kayaking tours on Clew Bay, from their Westport Quay location, and no experience is necessary, so come experience the wild Atlantic, exceptional marine life, and stunning islands and bay along the way, as your expert guide takes you on a magnificent journey.READ MORECedar Lodge Bed and Breakfast2014-02-14
The Cedar Lodge Bed and Breakfast in Westport, Co Mayo, Ireland, offers a tranquil setting and lovely bungalow in a half acre of award winning gardens, and there's free WIFI and parking here. Enjoy a wonderful home away from home stay close to the golf course and views overlooking the tennis courts, and they are ideally located close to the sea front with scenic views of Clew bay under the shadows of the Croagh Patrick mountains. The Cedar Lodge Bed and Breakfast offers a lovely breakfast in the dining room every morning, and there's a guest lounge for relaxing after exploring and enjoying the many activities and attractions nearby as well as quality restaurants and traditional pubs.READ MORERenvyle House Hotel and Resort2018-06-08
Renvyle House Hotel and Resort in Renvyle, Co. Galway, Ireland welcomes you to their fabulous location on the shores of the Wild Atlantic Way, this four star family owend historic house resort first opened way back in 1883. Set on a 150 acres estate, the grounds include a freshwater lake, beach, woodlands and gardens, a heated swimming pool and activities like tennis, croquet, fly fishing, canoeing, shore angling and more. The hotel features the award winning Rusheenduff Restaurant, the resort caters to conferences, team building, spectacular weddings and civil ceremonies as well as private events and celebrations. Renvyle House Hotel and Resort offers comfortable accommodations throughout from the standard rooms to the family rooms and suites, superior suites and family apartments, bedrooms vary in size but keep with the features of the historic house, come for an unforgettable experience. READ MOREThe Delphi Resort2018-03-21
The Delphi Resort offers an excellent 4 Star stay in the heart of the breathtaking Delphi Valley near Leenane, County Galway, Connemara, Ireland offers you homely comforts in beautiful rooms, there are wonderful dining options, an adventure centre with outdoor activities for all ages, and the Delphi award winning Spa for excellent spa treatments, extreme relaxation and tranquility. The adventure centre offers a range of land and water activities including surfing, coasteering, zip lining, kayaking and more with private guides, and the cater to all ages, families and groups as well as team building trips. The Delphi Resort is surrounded by beautiful countryside and fertile waters and dining here boasts a menu of the finest fresh produce, organic Irish lamb and beef, as well as seafood from the Killary fjord, and they have a selection of great food outlets, come for an unforgettable stay, they also host regular culinary events from seafood evenings to craft beer events.READ MOREHotel Westport2014-02-11
The Hotel Westport in Mayo is your premier destination and stylish, award winning 4 star hotel, nestled in 7 acres of glorious woodland, it's about tranquillity and relaxation here. The Islands Restaurant at Hotel Westport is relaxed and elegant and award winning dishes prepared by the chefs from the finest local and artisan food producers will delight, they also host private events and celebrations and have private dining facilities in the Westport Suite, there's also the Maole Bar with an extensive bar menu, sporting events and daily specials. The Hotel Westport is your perfect wedding venue and also host meetings and events in stunning surrounds. The Ocean Spirit Spa and leisure here offers luxuriant treatments including massages, soothing facials, body peels and wraps, hand and foot treatments and so much more, come be indulged.READ MOREThe Mill Times Hotel2014-02-13
The Mill Times Hotel Westport, Ireland offers 3 star style and charm in the heart of town on the shores of Clewe Bay, with tastefully decorated room choices of double, single, twin and deluxe. The Temptations Restaurant welcomes you to the delights of Irish and Continental cuisine in a warm, relaxing atmosphere where only the finest seafood and Irish meats are used in the gourmet creations. The Mill Times Hotel is the perfect romantic setting for your wedding ceremony in the banquet suite with beautifully laid tables and personalized menu for guests up to 200. There are also meeting room and conference facilities with state of the art facilities, and rooms can be made up in styles to suit your requirements. Come for a lovely stay in this family owned and operated hotel, where every moment here is special.READ MOREO'Neachtain Tours
Located in Galway Bay, County Galway, Connacht, Ireland
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Danlann Yawl Art Gallery and School of Painting is set between Mulranny and Achill Island in Ireland and this fully equipped art studio is the perfect workspace for artists to explore their creativity. They offer workshops, private art classes tailored to you, and they cater for beginners and experienced painters, as well as host painting holidays. Danlann Yawl Art Gallery and School of Painting also do intense drawing and painting courses over 5 days with private tuition by the resident artist and director. They focus on developing your personal style, and the studio with large panoramic windows affords breathtaking views for great subject material.READ MOREKillary Sheep Farm2018-05-31
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 MOREGalway Golf Club
Located in Galway Bay, County Galway, Connacht, Ireland
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