Activities in Donegal

We may spin some yarns, but we don't tell tall tales! The true keepers of the craft, we have been preserving the tradition of hand weaving since 1979, quietly, honestly, authentically. All our tweeds and throws are designed, hand woven and made in our mill in Kilcar, Co Donegal. All our garments are made here in our sewing room by our team of artisan garment makers. Our mill and shop is a little b…

Tatter Jack's & Tours is a fully Immersive cultural and heritage experience in Donegal. Based in Inishowen, North West Donegal, on the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way. Experience authentic Irish Pub Culture on a fully immersive ‘craic agus ceol ‘ bus tour. With live music sessions, singing, dancing, recitations, storytelling and traditional Irish/fusion bands. Join in by playing or singing wi…

A sea-side flower-filled garden, tucked into the hillside, sheltered from N winds, has been developed on a minimal budget respecting the natural flow of the 0.75 acre sloping site. The 30ft high rockery was developed using natural and sometimes steep pathways. It is planted with interesting specimen shrubs, trees, alpines, succulents and perennials. Twisting paths and steps lead down to a natur…

This linear trail on forest road and path takes in Bonnyglen Lough and Lough Namanlagh with some smaller lakes and streams to be seen along the route. There is a number of tree species to be enjoyed in this beautiful and peaceful woodland with a wide variety of wildlife including a heron colony. Linear Trail Length: 3km | Time: 1 hour - moderate Nearest Town: Glenties

Narosa Surf School has taught thousands of people to surf all over Ireland of all ages and abilities. Kids camps, trips abroad, excellent coaching and fitness to compliment the surfing lessons are individually programmed to get more out of the surf experience here in Dunfanaghy.

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Narin and Portnoo Golf Club is considered one of the finest natural and scenic 18-hole links Golf courses in Ireland, with sweeping views of Gweebarra Bay. Opened in 1930, it is engagingly old-fashioned, with a meandering routing over and around the dunes. The course has recently been re-developed and the new par 73 layout offers a range of teeing areas and challenges to suit all golfers. Al…

For those seeking a challenging but rewarding hike through remote country, this walk offers it all ( A strenuous, physically demanding with rough ground, steep slopes and only suitable for experienced and very fit walkers). Starting at the wonderfully atmospheric Lenan Strand, the route follows a mix of bog road, ancient cart tracks and open country. Looped trail Lenght 6.5km Time: 2-3hr Near…

Ladies Gents and childrens bikes for hire Hybrid bikes, Hybrid bikes, ladies bikes, kids bikes. We hire Double kiddies trailers, box trailers, tagalong bikes, kiddies seats, panniers, front handlebar bags trail gators.

Welcome to Donegal Heritage Trails. Based in Milford on the shores of beautiful Mulroy Bay my company offers heritage tours of North West Donegal. I specialise in walking tours of Ramelton and Rathmullan. If you really want to explore Donegal, why not try a guided tour? And who better than a native guide with local knowledge to show you places of interest and tell you the fascinating stories behin…

Sliabh Liag Tours provide a guided shuttle bus service to the viewing point at Sliabh Liag. We offer a special service to individuals and to groups of all sizes who wish to see the cliffs. As access to the cliffs is unsuitable for coaches and large volumes of traffic. We run a guided shuttle bus service to the Slieve league viewing point from the coach/car park at the Slieve League Visitor Cent…

County Donegal private tours and transfers with Fáilte Ireland approved tour guide, Henry Doohan. Private guided tours of Inishowen, Donegal and the North West for small groups (max 7 passengers). Explore the Northern Highlands section of the Wild Atlantic Way at your own pace, with a private tour tailored to your group’s individual interests. Start your day with a pick up from your accommo…

Glenveagh Derrylahan Nature Trail - Length: 2km (This is a looped walk) Time: 45mins Terrain: Gravel track, both flat and steep in places This attractive way marked walk near the Visitor Centre is an ideal introduction to Glenveagh’s natural environment. It offers visitors of all ages and fitness levels a chance to see some of the plants and animals of Glenveagh National Park. T…

Bikes to hire for all the family to enjoy at The Cosy Cottage.

At the Falcarragh Visitor Centre, you can immerse yourself in the lives of our rural ancestors from Falcarragh and its surrounding region. The Centre, which contains a Coffee Shop, Craft Shop and Tourist Information Desk, is housed in an ex-R.I.C. barracks. Permanent exhibits of the history and culture of the barracks are on display. The Centre is open all year round.

The Bluestack Way is a 65km route through a true wilderness area of County Donegal in the north west of Ireland with great views as it traverses the Bluestack Mountains, a range of low rounded hills. It connects Donegal town with the town of Ardara on the west coast. Along the way the route passes by scenic Lough Eske, and then wends its way across the foothills of the Bluestacks to reach an area …

This walk takes you on minor roads and surfaced track along the old railway corridor returning on quiet country lanes and road, passing the wind turbine, Alcorn’s Gatehouse, Sweeney’s Gatehouse, Dungloe Road Station and Marjorie’s Gatehouse. Including a fabulous woodland of beautiful ash trees, the walk is filled with spectacular views and a vast array of flora and fauna. Looped trail Length: …

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…

Abbey Assaroe, in Ballyshannon County Donegal, was founded by Cistercian monks from Boyle Abbey in the 12th Century. In 1989 the Abbey Mill Restoration Trust acquired the mills and surrounding area. The restored mill now houses a coffee shop, restaurant, craft shop and museum. This museum relates to the history of the Medieval Cistercians in Ireland. Two rotating water wheels have also been re…

Ballyarr Wood is a national Nature Reserve owned and managed by the National Parks & Wildlife Service. It has been designated as a Special Area of Conservation under the EU Habitats Directive because it is one of the best and largest examples of semi-natural deciduous woodland in the north-west of the country, and it forms an important link in Ireland’s network of woodland reserves. Old sessile oa…