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Lough Eske Castle Named Among Top 10 Hotels in the UK & Ireland

Lough Eske Castle has been named among the Top 10 Hotels in the UK & Ireland in the prestigious Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2026, further cementing its reputation as one of Ireland’s leading luxury destinations.

World’s largest replica Spanish galleon to visit Mulladearg Bay, Kincasslagh

A unique maritime spectacle will bring the story of the Spanish Armada back to the Donegal coast this Monday, July 13.  The world’s largest Spanish galleon replica, El Galeón Andalucía, is due to visit Mullaghderg Bay, Kincasslagh, on Monday, 13 July 2026, in what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime maritime spectacle for west Donegal.

Head of Google Ireland to speak in Glenties

The head of Google Ireland, Vanessa Hartley, has been announced as one of the keynote speakers at this year's MacGill Summer School which will take place in Glenties from July 23rd to 25th. 

2026 Allingham Poetry and Flash Fiction Competitions Open for Entries

The 2026 Allingham Poetry and Flash Fiction Competitions are now open! Entries will be accepted through 27 September. Winners will read their entries and receive prizes during the Allingham Festival in November.

Donegal Harp Summer Schools for An Clochán Liath

Dungloe/An Clochán Liath Open Harp Week and Teacher's Week will take place in July with classes, concerts and sessions for beginners, improvers and experienced players alike.