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Donegal History & Heritage

Explore Donegal

County Donegal possesses a wealth of built, cultural and natural heritage that can be found throughout the county. Our material heritage includes archaeological object, architectural heritage, fauna, flora, geology, heritage objects, heritage gardens.parks, inland waterways, landscapes, monuments, seascapes, shipwrecks and wildlife habitats. Our unique heritage appeals to residents of, and visitors to, County Donegal alike, so why not take some time to explore it?

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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Heritage in Your Hinterland

County Donegal Heritage Office

A free guide to museums and heritage centres in County Donegal. In addition to the museums and heritage centres, remember that County Donegal has many more heritage sites in public and private ownership to appreciate and inspire.

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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

Self Catering

Pine View

Mountcharles

Pine View is a beautiful Failte Ireland Approved 4 star old country house. It is set in a peaceful s…

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Nesbitt Arms Boutique Hotel

Ardara

The Nesbitt Arms Boutique Hotel is a charming hotel situated right in the centre of the Heritage Tow…

Bed and Breakfast

Island View B&B

Burtonport

Island View B&B is a family run business in North West Donegal on the Wild Atlantic Way. All rooms a…

Bed and Breakfast

The Glen House

Clonmany

A word from Owner & Manager, Sonia McGonigle My husband, Martin purchased the house from Ms…

Self Catering

Park Lane Apartment, Buncrana, Co. Donegal by Wild Atlantic Wanderer

Buncrana

This newly refurbished 2 bedroom self-catering apartment is located in the heart of Buncrana - just …

Campsite/Caravan Park

Rockhill Holiday & Activity Park

Kerrykeel

Rockhill Park is located in Co. Donegal and offers you lots of choice, family stays, summer camps, i…

Campsite/Caravan Park

Corcreggan Mill

Dunfanaghy

Situated three kilometres from Dunfanaghy, Corcreggan Mill offers a range of accommodation options w…

Self Catering

Lough Craig House

Barnesmore

Escape the fuss of everyday life and flee to this luxury self-catering holiday home nestled in the b…

Self Catering

Crabsend Cottage

Annagry

Crabsend Cottage is situated in Donegal on the North West Coast of Ireland, in an area of outstandin…

Campsite/Caravan Park

Boyles Caravan Park

Portnoo

Boyles Caravan and Camping Facility is friendly, informal and family-run with unique panoramic sea v…

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