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Visit | June 2010
This quirky visitor centre is dedicated to the life and story of one of Ireland's great heroines, Grace O'Malley. Known as the “Pirate Queen”, in the 16th century she fearlessly led battles against the English and ruled the high seas.
Address: LOUISBURGH. | Tel: +353 (0)98 66341
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The O'Donnell family, princes of Tir Connell, built this beautiful Georgian mansion in 1720. Outside the River Newport ambles by, while inside is spacious, elegant and ornately furnished in a classical style.
Address: NEWPORT. | Tel: +353 (0)98 41222
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Bars | June 2010
This friendly Westport pub is well known for its brilliant live music. If you're lucky, you'll even catch owner John Staunton perched on a stool in the middle of the bar playing everything from traditional standards to American country tunes on his acoustic guitar.
Address: PETER STREET. | Tel: +353 (0)87 675 7961
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This charming waterfront eatery is housed in an old stone building bursting with nautical bric-a-brac. Famous for its freshly caught seafood, the menu features classics such as lemon sole beurre blanc and wild local salmon.
Address: THE QUAY, WESTPORT. | Tel: +353 (0)98 26412
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Visit | November 2009
Beneath a thick carpet of bog the
remains of a Stone Age village have
been preserved for millennia. Today, the
excellent visitor centre brings to life this
important megalithic find.
Address: BALLYCASTLE. | Tel: +353 (0)96 43325
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Hotels | November 2009
Built on a 350-acre estate, this
13th-century castle-cum-luxury hotel has a fairy-tale feel to it. The
ancient drawbridge is still in working
order and the antiques in the bedrooms
convey an unmistakable air of opulence.
Address: ASHFORD CASTLE, CONG. | Tel: +353 (0)94 954 6003
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Bars | November 2009
Matt Molloy has spent 30 years
jet-setting around the world with the
Chieftains but the flautist still loves a
pint and a tune in his pub in picturesque
Westport town. Entertainment is live,
provided by musicians including, when
he's not on tour, Matt himself.
Address: BRIDGE STREET, WESTPORT. | Tel: +353 (0)98 26655
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Located just yards from the coast, this
cosy restaurant is the best place for a
bite on the beautiful, windswept island
of Achill. Seafood is the order of the day
Address: KEEL. | Tel: +353 (0)98 43400
