Activities in Donegal

An attractive garden of just over one acre on sloping ground facing south with panaromic views, Beltany View is situated close to the famous Beltany Stone Circle. The garden has been established for over 10 years and is beginning to mature wonderfully. Highlights include the spring-fed ponds, and the vast array of flowers, shrubs and perennials.

A visit to Ards Forest Park will reward everyone at any time of the year. The park covers approximately 480 hectares (1200 acres) and includes a variety of habitats, among them sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes, salt water lakes, rock face and, of course, coniferous and deciduous woodlands. With such a variety of landscapes, it is possible to spend many hours exploring this wonderful park. The sea…

Join us on our farm tour and see first-hand the life cycle of an oyster. As part of the tour you will enjoy the taste of oysters fresh from the Atlantic Sea. Our tour is a one hour guided tour by our oyster farmer Jimmy. He will share his years of experience at oyster farming and explain what is involved in getting the oyster from Donegal to a plate in restaurants worldwide

Drumboe Nature Trail - This trail follows forest road and track through both coniferous and broadleaf trees. It is a pleasant gentle trail along the river bank, returning through the forest and crossing a public road on the way. There are good views of the river. In winter parts of this trail along the river may be flooded. Length 2km Time: 1hr Nearest Town: Stranorlar Coillte Recreational Tr…

Herbaceous perennials, shrubs and mature trees together with a mixed-hedge \fairy ring\ and a conservatory of plot plants all combine to make a restful garden. A place where woodland, wetland, stream and meadow surround a lake to provide a most rewarding natural setting and habitat for wild flowers, birds, animals and insects.

The racing track is set out over 9 acres and provides the thrills of hair pins, full length straights and sweeping bends. The track is raced in an anti clockwise direction on tarmac with full run off points. The design of the track allows for the top speed of 55mph to be reached on the straight, before zooming into the Dragons Den bend, where careful manipulation and skill are required before ente…

We've OPENED the farm to visitors (in line with current restrictions and medical advice). FJ and Meghan of Away to Me welcome you to their familys working sheep farm on the sea cliffs of the picturesque Donegal village of Malinbeg, in Glencolmcille. Away to Me offer authentic sheepdog demonstrations with their very friendly clan of border collies. Enjoy unique insight into the history and …

Donegal Donkey Sanctuary provides refuge to abandoned & abused donkeys. Visitors are welcome. Wander the walkways & meet the donkeys up close! Visitor centre includes a tearoom/gift shop. Disabled facilities available. Come along & make a new furry friend today! Donations can be made on our website and Facebook page or directly by post made payable to Donegal Donkey Sanctuary. We are con…

HIKING AND KAYAKING NEAR GWEEDORE Trek and Paddle Donegal is based in Gaoth Dobhair (Gweeedore) in North West Donegal. We offer sports and recreation for all the family to enjoy - hiking trail walks, canoe and kayak hire. Enjoy outdoor activities along the Wild Atlantic Way with us! Call us or email us for details Tel: 087 090 3163 Email: trekandpaddledonegal@gmail.com

Slí Cholmcille is a section of the 280km Slí Dhún na nGall that circles around the remote landscapes of south west Donegal. The name of the route is derived from that of St Colmcille, one of Ireland’s early Christian saints, who was born in County Donegal and lived for a while in this region. He is recalled in the name of Glencolmcille, Donegal’s westerlymost village, a place steeped in pre-Christ…

Our customised tours are about giving back to the community and nurturing the culture mngVentures is a bilingual enterprise, we craft boutique experiences that help visitors connect with our unique culture and magical landscape. Guided and self guided with handpicked local services. Rock & Roam, Connecting Colmcille, The Whiskey Pilgrimage, Footprints, faeiries & folklore..... As well as tours, m…

Slí na Finne is a 42 km long circular section of the 280km Slí Dhún na nGall that loops through the mountains of central Donegal touching on Lough Finn, a lake steeped in legends of the superhero, Finn Mc Cumhaill, and the River Finn, one of the best salmon rivers in Europe. It is a route that takes in the villages of Fintown, Brockagh and Comeen and what County Donegal is best for, its wilderness…

The Balor Arts Centre is made up of two sister companies – The Butt Drama Circle Company Ltd and Balor Developmental Community Arts Group Ltd (Balor DCA). The Butt Drama Circle Company Ltd looks after the Balor Theatre venue which hosts circa 120 local, national and international performances. Balor DCA conducts a wide range of outreach and Developmental Community Arts projects.

Letterkenny Artisan Market is a wonderful indoor market held every Saturday from 10am-3pm at Unit 1 Carrygally Business Park, Lismonaghan, Lettekenny. The Market celebrates all the amazing local produce and unique hand crafts that Donegal has to offer. Meet the producers and you get a real sense of pride that each producer has for their products and you can rest assure that you are brining home t…

Letterkenny Activity Centre - Fun for all the family. Karting at approx 800 meters they have one of the largest tracks in Ulster with both Adult and Junior karts available from age 8. The track is unique in that it is part indoor but mostly outdoor. High Rope and Zipline Park Spend over an hour in the High Rope Park and test your head for heights as you overcome the obstacles in the multi level…

Falcarragh, a Gaeltacht region in Donegal, is a market town in the parish of Cloughaneely, which is located in Northwest Donegal on the N56 route, approximately 45km from Letterkenny. The area surrounding Falcarragh is one of amazing natural beauty, with the Derryveagh mountains to one side and the beautiful unspoilt beaches of Drumnatinney, Ballyness Bay and Magheroarty on the other. The islan…

Earning Civic Dollars is a Walk in the Park! Participants download the Civic Dollars app and earn online credits by spending time in one of the following five local outdoor resources that have been identified countywide 📍 Bundoran Promenade and Cliff Walk 📍 Dungloe River Walk 📍 Swan Park, Buncrana 📍 Bernard McGlinchey Town Park, Letterkenny 📍 Drumboe Woods, Stranorlar You can the…

Raw Dance Academy Hip Hop Summer School. Amazing fun activity for the whole family starting on Tuesday 3rd July 2pm-3.30pm & Thursday 5th July at The Lakeside Centre, Belleek Road, Ballyshannon, Donegal. Summer school will run during the summer. Summers school monthly fee €30 every Tuesday Tuesday & Thursday Time 2-3.30pm. Contact number Natalie +353 (83) 039 4841 Come down and put on your da…

Adventure One surf school provides lessons and coaching for surfers of all abilities from beginner to advanced surfers from age 8 upwards. Open from March until the end of October every year. Being ISA approved means instructors are qualified ISA level 2 coaches as well as RLSS beach lifeguards and fully insured.

Moville Pottery - Official producer of the City of Culture mug - is situated in Moville , overlooking the town & with a fantastic view of Lough Foyle. Come and see how the mugs are made. You can also paint your own pot - have a go on the potters wheel and see the biggest and smallest hand made teapots in Europe. Also on display are a unique set of HiFi speakers, which are the only ones of thei…