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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

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Inishowen Gateway Hotel

Buncrana

The Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Donegal is beautifully and conveniently nestled on the Inishowen peni…

Self Catering

Hidden Gem Cabin

Lettermacaward

Just a short drive from the beach, this lovely bungalow cabin is the perfect base for guests to enjo…

Bed and Breakfast

Bunbeg Lodge

Bunbeg

Bunbeg Lodge is a family run bed and breakfast situated in Irish speaking region of Donegal. Purpos…

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Sleepy Hollows Campsite

Crolly

Sleepy Hollows is a small quiet ADULT ONLY campsite situated on the Wild Atlantic Way in the West of…

Self Catering

Drumbarron Cottage by My Donegal Escape

Ardara

Bought and lovingly restored by My Donegal Escape in 2012, the almost 100 year old Drumbarron Cottag…

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Basecamp Knader

Ballyshannon

Situated right along the famous Wild Atlantic Way just 2km outside of Ballyshannon we welcome you to…

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Corcreggan Mill

Dunfanaghy

Corcreggan is an eclectic and quirky holiday village in dunfanaghy. A traditional cornmill has been …

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Inishowen Lodge

Moville

Inishowen Lodge is a well established, professionally run Bed & Breakfast, located 3km outside Movil…

Self Catering

Esker house

Donegal Town

Set in Donegal, 250 m from the town centre, this apartment features free WiFi. Guests benefit from p…

Bed and Breakfast

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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