Connacht info
Its main urban centres are Galway in the south, and Sligo in the north. It has a population of 503,083, the smallest of the four Irish provinces.
In Irish the province is usually Cúige Chonnacht, meaning the province (literally, the fifth) belonging to the Connachta dynasty. Ireland had five provinces until the Norman Conquest, and the dynasty claimed descent from the mythical king Conn. An alternative anglicised spelling which was officially used during English and British rule is Connaught. In 1874 Queen Victoria granted the title Duke of Connaught to her third son, and could trace a descent from the Connachta.
Bays in Connacht, Ireland
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Ballina is a town in north County Mayo, and is known as the salmon capital of Ireland, boiasting breathtaking countryside perfect for walking, excellent fishing opportunities and more, it's a wonderful place for visitors and tourists alike....
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Ballinrobe is a town in the heart of the Lake District in County Mayo, Ireland dubbed the Lake Angling Capital of the West with over 60,000 acres of brown trout fishing to enjoy....
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Belmullet or Beal an Mhuirthead in Gaelic is a historical town located in County Mayo, Connacht, Ireland and the perfect destination for golf, watersports and fishing....
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Carna is a small area in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland, and is in a strong Gaeltacht region, where English is the second language, Irish being the first....
Carrick-on-Shannon is the largest town in Leitrim County, Ireland, and located on the shores of the majestic river Shannon, is the cruising capital of the Shannon....
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Galway Bay is a large bay / sea loch on the west coast of Ireland, between County Galway in the province of Connacht to the north and the Burren in County Clare in the province of Munster to the south. Galway city is located on the northeast side of the bay....
Leenaun also Leenane, is a village and 1,845 acre townland in County Galway, Ireland. It is on the shore of Killary Harbour, Ireland's only fjord, on the northern edge of Connemara....
Leitrim is a village in County Leitrim, Ireland, , it is the gateway to the Shannon-Erne Waterway and there are nature trails, forests, lakes, rivers and crannies to explore....
Louisburgh is built on the Bunowen River, part of which is a salmon fishery, and is located on the southwest corner of Clew Bay in County Mayo, Ireland in the shadow of Croagh Patrick mountain....
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Mulranny is a seaside village on the isthmus between Clew Bay and Blacksod Bay in County Mayo, Ireland....
Newport, historically known as Ballyveaghan, is a small picturesque town in the Barony of Burrishoole County Mayo, Ireland. It is located on the west coast of Ireland, along the shore of Clew Bay, north of Westport....
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Recess is a beautiful village in County Galway, Ireland seat among mountains and lakes with Connemara green marble quarries found on the lower slopes of the mountains....
Renvyle is located in County Galway, Ireland....
Sligo, is the county town of County Sligo in Ireland. The town is a borough and has a charter and a town mayor....
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Strandhill or Larass is a village and townland in County Sligo, Ireland....
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Westport is a magnificent town in County Mayo in Ireland, with international flair, charm and charisma, blue flag beaches and hundreds of things to do....
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Adventure West2014-02-10
Adventure West is your adrenaline pumping activity centre in Westport, Ireland and they offer anything from zorbing to zipwiring, snorkelling and coasteering to scuba diving as well as rock climbing and abseiling, there's also milder hill walking for all levels. Your safety is ensured at all times, and with a top notch team of instructors, you'll enjoy extreme adventures while having a lot of fun. Adventure West also offers excellent packages for stag and hen parties, school tours, is great for team building events and sports team training breaks, come get your adrenaline pumping, and let the adventures begin.READ MOREAnderson's Thatch Pub2017-03-28
Located in Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, Connacht, Ireland
Anderson's Thatch Pub in Carrick-on-Shannon, Ireland, located in a thatched cottage dating back to 1734, is a lively, old style pub filled with good old country charm, a
relaxed atmosphere and friendly service from our staff who are waiting to serve you the best tasting pine of Guinness. Our pub is a popular music venue where traditional Irish
music is played while guests sit around the musicians and enjoy singers and dancers performing. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday are best nights to enjoy live entertainment.
Tastefully furnished with beautiful antiques, Anderson's Thatch Pub is available for private parties, and we can provide catering for party food, birthday cakes and decorations
to suit all events.READ MOREBelleek Castle2014-02-18
Belleek Castle is a stunning attraction, cozy hotel and beautiful wedding venue setting in Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland complete with bar facilities, an award winning gourmet restaurant and daily castle tours. This ancestral home of the Earl of Arran is rich in decor and antiquities and provides an authentic castle experience with period bedrooms and a museum, a stay here is unforgettable. Set in 3,000 acres of woodland and forestry, on the banks of the River Moy, Belleek Castle also hosts the Spanish Armada bar with a dash of drama, as well as the Tween Decks rafted from the remains of a 17th century Spanish war vessel perfect for weddings and events with a difference, and a Baroni Banquet hall with 13th century Norman fireplace which can accommodate between sixty to 200 guests, come live the magic and history of the past, it's all here.READ MORESt Marys Bed and Breakfast2017-03-28
Located in Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, Connacht, Ireland
St Marys Bed and Breakfast in Carrick-on-Shannon, Ireland, is a charming, family run bed and breakfast with a convenient location in the town center, and offers guests a warm, comfortable, home from home stay. All the guest rooms at our bed and breakfast are spacious and fitted with amenities that include a television, wifi and tea-coffee making facilities. Guests are treated to a full English-Irish breakfast every morning that provides the perfect start to a day of fun, exploring and outdoor activities. Private parking and a convenient, central location makes St Marys Bed and Breakfast the perfect place to stay for guests wanting to enjoy the beautiful countryside and learn about our rich heritage.READ MORELeenane Sheep And Wool Centre2018-05-31
The Leenane Sheep And Wool Centre in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland is a museum, shop and cafe for fascinating visits learning about the history of sheep farming, the local woollen industry and the process of how sheep's fleece is made into cloth through technology. They do daily carding, spinning and weaving demonstrations on wheels and loom from the turn of the last century, you can also meet a sheep and view a sheep shearing demonstration by a local farmer in July and August. The Leenane Sheep And Wool Centre gift shop has a wide range of local woollen crafts like knitted and woven sweaters, throws and scarves as well as sheep skins, jewellery, crystals, Irish yarn and more, and the Bia Blas Cafe prides themselves on homemade food with locally sourced ingredients, mouthwatering desserts and cakes, come for the beautiful views and a fascinating visit.READ MOREKillary Adventure Co.2018-05-21
Killary Adventure Co. in Leenane, Co. Galway, Ireland welcomes you to their world of fantastic active holidays with more than 20 of the most exciting adventure activities to choose from and a stunning location. Their accommodation base overlooks, Killary Fjord, and they have won awards for their sustainability projects and green initiatives, they also offer school tours and summer camps as well as team building and corporate programs, they welcome families, stag and hen parties and summer campers. Killary Adventure Co. provide the best multisport holidays in Ireland, and excellent packages are available, join them for all the fun, all the activities and live the adventure.READ MOREThe Creel Cafe2014-02-11
The Creel Cafe at the Quay, Westport, Ireland is a friendly neighbourhood coffee house serving delectable meals that are freshly cooked and home baked, enjoy true Irish cuisine the way it should be prepared. The Creel Cafe serves hot and hearty lunches, great breakfasts and bake their own cakes, desserts, brown bread and scones on the premises, you don't get fresher or tastier. They offer catering and a waiter service and meals are available for take out, their coffees are roasted by Greenbean and provide a delicious accompaniment to any meal ordered here. Come enjoy a lovely dining experience, starting with a friendly welcome, and if you want to eat at home, they also do deliveries.READ MOREPier House Bed and Breakfast2018-06-12
Located in Louisburgh, County Mayo, Connacht, Ireland
Pier House Bed and Breakfast in Old Head, Louisburgh, County Mayo, Ireland is situated in a truly unique location right by Clew Bay on the Atlantic Seaboard. Close to one of the few remaining oak forests in the country, guests enjoy stunning views over the pier, the bay and slipway at Old Head, and they are a great base for from which to explore all that the South West has to offer including archaeological history, activities and beautiful scenery. Your Pier House Bed and Breakfast host is a marine and countryside guide as well as qualifed chef, and you can enjoy sampling some of the freshly caught fish landed at the pier every evening, come for a relaxed stay in comfortable surrounds. READ MOREAtlantic Marine Training2023-01-22
Located in Galway Bay, County Galway, Connacht, Ireland
Atlantic Marine Training is an Irish Sailing Powerboat Training Centre, An RYA Shoredbased Training Centre, and a Department of Transport Approved VHF Radio Training provider.READ MOREMoon River Pleasure Cruiser2017-03-18
Located in Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim, Connacht, Ireland
Moon River Pleasure Cruiser in Carrick-on-Shannon, Ireland, is a local company owned cruise ship that was launched in 1995 and has become a popular tourist attraction, with many locals and tourists returning time and again to enjoy cruises along the River Shannon, viewing the spectacular scenery, and enjoying the warm hospitality of the on-board crew. Our comfortable cruiser can seat up to 110 passengers, features a full bar and serves light snacks as well. Moon River Pleasure Cruiser is an excellent venue for hosting unique and fun weddings, private parties and many other special celebrations, and with our friendly staff, bar facilities, catering, entertainment and the pleasure of leisurely cruising, your event is one that your guests will not forget soon.READ MORE