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Donegal History & Heritage

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Amazing Grace Country

Did you know that one of the most famous songs of all time, Amazing Grace was inspired by the near death in a storm at sea of its composer, John Newton, who finally found refuge in Lough Swilly in County Donegal?

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Donegal Diaspora

Make the Connection

The Donegal Diaspora project has been set up to reach out and engage with County Donegals global community, its “Pobal Domhanda”.This network is made up of people with a connection to Donegal, no matter where they may be living.

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Find Your Roots

Family History

In a county that boasts a Diaspora that has reached around the world and back again, you might find you are descended from an ancient Donegal king or a world-famous Gaelic poet. Either way, why not come and explore your family story by meeting your ancestors, visiting the place where it all began and learning a little bit more about your Donegal history.

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Donegal Historical Society

Cumann Staire agus Seanchais Dhún na nGall

The County Donegal Historical Society was founded by the late J.C.T. MacDonagh on the 20th December 1946. The objective of the Society is to preserve and record the history of the county. Since 1946 it has awakened a new interest in Donegal studies and has brought together people of different traditions and backgrounds.

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Accommodation

Discover diverse range of quality tourist accommodation in Donegal

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Moville Boutique Hostel

Moville

Located on the WILD ATLANTIC WAY in the coastal town of Moville in Inishowen Co. Donegal. The Cha…

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Holyrood Hotel

Bundoran

Known for its stunning location, its fantastic facilities and the warmth of its welcome, the Holyroo…

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Joyce's Inishowen

Carndonagh

Welcome to the family-run Joyce’s Bar, Lounge, Restaurant and Accommodation in wonderful Carndonagh …

Self Catering

Ballyraine Self Catering

Letterkenny

Ballyraine Campus provide budget self catering two and three bedroom apartments during the summer mo…

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Bunbeg House

Bunbeg

Bunbeg House is a friendly guest house with en suite rooms in the village of Bunbeg, overlooking the…

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The Ritz Accommodation

Killybegs

The Ritz is in the centre of the beautiful town of Killybegs on the Wild Atlantic Way and Gateway to…

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The Harbour Inn

Buncrana

The Ideal Place to Stay when Touring the Inishowen Peninsula The Harbour Inn is a modern 30 bedroom…

Self Catering

Ramelton Cottages

Ramelton

Located on the outskirts of the Heritage Village of Ramelton, our holiday homes are ideally based fo…

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Seawinds Bed and Breakfast

Killybegs

Seawinds is a family-run Bed & Breakfast centrally located in the heart of Killybegs in Co Donegal, …

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Sleepy Hollow B&B

Donegal

Situated just 3 minute drive from Lough Eske and 5 minutes from Donegal Town this lovely, well maint…

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