BALLYLIFFIN & ‘Our Place Your Destination’

www.ballyliffinclonmanytourism.ie Contents Our Place, Your Destination 4 Glenevin Waterfall Park 20 Atlantic Ocean Delights and Clonmany, situated in ’s Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and 6 Connect with the Outdoors 22 Weddings most northerly peninsula in County , historical heritage of the place with a tapestry 8 Festivals & Events 24 Around 100 gives visitors the sense of having experienced of ancient sites dotting the landscape. all that Ireland has to offer. 10 Refresh, Revitalise & Energise 26 Donegal Day Trips After exploring, sit back and relax in the warm 12 Arts & Crafts 28 Getting Here Its spectacular, breath-taking scenery inspires cosy environment of an Irish pub listening writers, artists and photographers, providing to traditional music, or enjoy a meal of fresh 13 Artists & Photographers 29 Fáilte Ireland Editorial stunning opportunities to capture this beauty, local produce in the many award-winning and 14 Adventure - land and water based activities 30 Star Wars Film Location including a chance to see the Northern Lights. innovative eateries locally. 16 31 Northern Lights Ballyliffin and Clonmany look forward to 18 Heritage and Culture The area is an ideal backdrop for the sports enthusiast too – with hiking, biking, horse- welcoming you. riding, surfing and golf among the pursuits you can enjoy here.

MAMORE GAP Glenevin Waterfall Park Fall in Love with this magical place

The spectacular Glenevin Waterfall Park is one of Inishowen’s most treasured family attractions. Children love the excitement of following the winding gravel paths through mature deciduous woodlands with Glen House

all its wildlife and flowers. Tel. +353 (0)74 9376745 The waterfall cascades [email protected] www.glenhouse.ie fresh mountain water out over black rock from an After rambling back from the much loved path to the waterfall it’s time to astonishing height of 40ft stop off at the Rose Cottage Gardens of into a pool at the bottom. the 18th century Glen House where you can sit by the stream and enjoy an Ice Local legend has it that the Cream. Browse their arts and crafts pool has fertility properties shop or make a reservation for and indeed there are many afternoon tea. Relax while enjoying the views towards the sea and getting that will testify to the effect. a glimpse of ’ most northerly point in the distance. There is no doubt you will fall in love with this magical place.

4 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 5 Connect with the Outdoors Immersed in Nature Beaches No matter what activity you pursue; whether you’re on land, There are numerous beaches in the area and they are all on the water or in the water you will never be far from some easily accessible and ideal for a stroll or brisk walk, offering Nature is magical. Few other things have of Ireland’s rarest wildlife and natural habitats. This coastline the opportunity to experience Donegal beaches at their best. the same power to inspire, heal, connect, is recognised as one of Europe’s finest natural environments Leenan beach sits at the foot of the Hills with views and is protected as a Special Area of Conservation through towards peninsula and the lighthouse. Tullagh and and nurture us. But don’t take our word the E.U. Natura 2000 network. Binion bay beaches provides a much longer walk than Leenan for it, come and see for yourself. and has fantastic views out to Island and Malin There is nothing more fulfilling than sharing your outdoor Head. In Ballyliffin, Pollan Bay not only offers a wonderful experience with the wild animals that inhabit the remote beach walk, but also a children’s playground at the carpark hills and rugged Atlantic coast that make up the Ballyliffin adjacent to the beach. This beach stretches for two miles and Clonmany area. Here you can watch Golden Eagles soar passing along Ballyliffin Golf Club to the recently restored overhead as you hike the heath covered Urris Hills or dive Carrickabraghy Castle in the . through kelp beds off Tullagh Point to encounter Bottlenose Dolphins and Atlantic Grey Seals. Or you can simply kayak or snorkel with docile Basking Sharks and European Otter along LAGACURRY BEACH, ISLE OF DOAGH the Maerl Seaweed covered rocky shores below Binnion Head.

Camping

Extraordinary landscapes can be easily admired from your car window, but often the best way to experience nature’s astounding beauty is to get out in the open air and see it up close and personal. TULLAGH BEACH FROM BINNION HILL What better way to do that than by camping in the great outdoors? In our modern-day world of cars, technology, long workdays and constant demands, camping offers an opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and escape the hectic pace of everyday life, while boosting your understanding HILL WALKING AT MAMORE GAP Hill Walking and appreciation of the wild world around us. Nothing beats sitting around a glowing campfire in the great outdoors to Hill walking is hugely rewarding in terms of exercise and for bring warmth to your heart. improving fitness levels, but the most rewarding aspect must be the scenic views that emerge as you reach higher ground Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre on the hills around Ballyliffin and Clonmany. From the top of Scouting Ireland Approved & Gaisce Centre the hills on clear days you can see the west coast of Scotland. Tel. +353 (0)86 0573002 Look towards the west and you can see across Donegal [email protected] all the way out to . Walking in the hills presents www.wildatlanticwayadventures.ie an opportunity to spend time in an unpolluted environment away from the hustle and bustle of normal life where the only residents are sheep and some wild goats.

Mamore to Straid, Butlers Glen Loop, Leenan Loop and Urris Lakes Loop provide walks that will suit every level of fitness. The urris hills are host to a wide variety of historic features; from a 2nd world war bomber crash site to monastic ruins and pilgrimage routes.

The beauty and aloofness of high mountains and the hard physical effort which is required to visit them combine to produce an emotion which has an inexpressible charm for those who have experienced it.

6 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination HILL WALKING IN CLONMANY BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 7 Disappear Here International Film Festival Inishowen International Folk Song

Festivals & Events Michael McLaughlin & Ballad Seminar Tel. +353 (0)86 6071424 www.disappearherefilmfest.com Kevin McGonigle Grace Toland Tel. +353 (0)74 9378964 Tel. +353 (0)87 2903799 [email protected] www.inishowensinging.ie

This festival, founded in 1990, celebrates the rich singing tradition of Inishowen and beyond. Taking place in March each year, the event attracts participants and listeners from all corners of the world. Inishowen Traditional Singers’ The Disappear Here International Film Festival is a first of Circle (ITSC) also organises monthly singing sessions, and its kind in Donegal. Taking place across the last weekend in in partnership with the Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) September each year, it has a packed programme of films in , hosts the Inishowen Song Project, a unique digital for all the family. From short animated films for kids, to scary exhibition of local Inishowen songs and singers and Festival midnight movies for the young at heart - The Disappear Here performers www.itma.ie/inishowen. Follow ITSC on facebook Film Festival promises you a weekend of entertainment for regular updates on singing sessions & the festival. utterly unmissable and unforgettable. The Festival has a high Hosting all types of festivals and events, with concentration of shorts but includes an outstanding mix of something to suit every taste. Allow yourself to be features and documentaries. Seamus Grant Weekend immersed in the energy and excitement and you will Our Local Traditional Music Talent Sarah Shovlin (secretary) be surprised, how this little place can be such a big [email protected] www.seamusgrantweekend.com place in people’s hearts. Facebook @ Reel Trad The Seamus Grant Weekend takes place early October One of the most Irish of evening entertainments is the each year celebrating the traditional music of Inishowen. “session”. An informal gathering of amateur musicians in a The unique music and repertoire of Seamus Grant is local pub. Somebody starts beating a rhythm on a bodhran celebrated. The connections with Scotland and the music or improvising a tune on a fiddle, somebody joins in with of Ceili dancing single out this great fiddle player. Offering Clonmany Festival another instrument, suddenly the whole pub is filled with performances, workshops and sessions, this festival is a music. You can find this on a regular basis. Check out the friendly family event. Many of the family events take place Hugo Boyce local facebook page for events when you are in the area. in the restored Market House with the participation of local Tel. +353 (0)86 3427373 There is no better way to immerse yourself in the local schools and young performers. www.clonmanyfestival.com atmosphere than to spend an evening in one of our local pubs, where you will meet the characters hear the stories Clonmany Festival is Ireland’s longest running and best and the yarns to be told. Clonmany Agricultural Show known family festival and is situated in the beautiful village of Clonmany in the Inishowen Peninsula. Having celebrated Gerald Noone its 50th year recently, this festival is going from strength to Tel. +353 (0)86 0808161 strength. This family event is a week of summer fun for all [email protected] ages beginning on the first Sunday of August each year. Each August the show attracts thousand of visitors Year after year thousands of holiday makers and locals alike from across Ireland and the UK, from farmers to families descend to this picturesque village for what is guaranteed young and old. In addition to the agriculture, livestock and to be a week of family fun and activities. Each night for the sheepdog trials the show has evolved in to a truly family entire week Ireland’s top bands perform open air live on occasion. It now showcases local produce, arts & crafts, stage. During the day there is a wide range of events to keep fashion, kids entertainment, pet show, horse jumping and all the family entertained from cycling events, pet shows to showing classes and dancing competitions. This is a fun treasure hunts and talent competitions. Clonmany festival filled event with lots to do for everyone. has something to offer everyone and it is a place which you will find yourself returning to again and again.

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8 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 9 Effective Health Solutions The Rock Crystal Spa Refresh, Revitalise & Energise Inishowen The Rock Crystal Spa at Ballyliffin Lodge Ballyliffin, Clonmany Sadie Grant Tel. +353 (0)74 93 78200 Inishowen [email protected] Tel. +353 (0)86 2683929 www.ballyliffinlodge.com Facebook Effective Health Solutions Inishowen The Rock Crystal Spa offers the ultimate in relaxation for your; We offer a number of services including using Systematic Mind, Body & Soul. You can avail of a wide range of; Therapies, Kinesiology as a testing tool to analyse areas of your health. Organic Beauty and exclusive Body Treatments, such as Voya This is a non-invasive and inexpensive technique to move your Facials, Dry Float bed, Organic Seaweed Bath and Hot Stone health in the right direction. Workshops are offered on related Massage. Our Spa is part of the Ballyliffin Lodge Leisure Club topics such as fermentation and simple wise foods for your which boasts; Sauna, Steam Room, Hot Tub, 17 metre heated health. Kinesiology will help you suffer less. Swimming Pool and fully-equipped Gym. Surrender yourself to a world of peace & tranquillity with a visit to the Rock Crystal Spa at the 4* Ballyliffin Lodge. Swedish Therapies

Well-being is our natural state here in Ballyliffin Ballyliffin Golf Club and Clonmany. Surrounded by the healing natural Clodagh environment of the sea, mountain and coast Tel. +353 (0)86 2023981 Facebook @ Swedishtherapies you will find rest and relaxation. The area offers The whole Spa experience may not be for you, but why dedicated Yoga Holidays, therapies and Spa not allow yourself time-out to switch off and unwind. Enjoy a facilities. relaxing massage or a deep tissue massage to help speed up injury recovery or release unwanted muscle tension. Through the human touch allow your mind and body to be rejuvenated.

Yoga Holidays YOGA IN MARKETHOUSE Ballyliffin TownHouse Elma Toland Relaxation Lounge Tel. +353 (0)87 717178 [email protected] Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel www.yogawithelma.ie Tel. +353 (0)74 9378300 Yoga Retreat Holidays are a complete package and include [email protected] the best quality yoga and mindfulness meditation instruction www.ballyliffintownhouse.ie with guided outings to visit local attractions such as the A haven of calm and relaxation. Escape and allow harmony Glenevin Waterfall, Grianan Aileach, Malin Head and many and tranquillity to gently restore your body mind and soul more. With our fantastic beaches, dramatic landscapes and when you take time out in our Relaxation Lounge. We use a great food, this is the perfect backdrop for a relaxing and variety aromatherapy marine and natural products with all of reviving yoga retreat. We also run weekly Yoga sessions in our packages. the restored Historical Market House in Clonmany village. RELAXING IN BALLYLIFFIN LODGE & SPA Check out our website or Facebook for more details.

YOGA ON THE BEACH - TREE POSE STROLLING ON POLLAN BEACH

10 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 11 Our clean air, unspoiled landscapes and rugged coastline, inspire us to Arts & Crafts create pieces of original beauty just Artists & Photographers for you. Experience them for yourself in all their inspirational beauty at one of craft studios or galleries.

An Artist and photographers paradise, with wild untamed rugged coastlines, mountainous landscapes, some of the darkest night skies in the world and four seasons some times in the one day right on your doorstep. This is Ireland in miniature, every corner you turn a whole new landscape greets you. ROSE COTTAGE CRAFT SHOP

Rose Cottage Craft Shop Pollan Pebbles Clare Toland Inishowen Photographers

Tel. +353 (0)74 9376745 Tel. +353 (0)86 3589941 Tel. +353 (0)86 8941243 Below are the details of all the Professional Photographers [email protected] [email protected] / www.pollanpebbles.com [email protected] who have contributed Feature Images to this brochure. We www.glenhouse.ie Facebook @ pollanpebbles Facebook @ Clare Toland Paintings would like to sincerely thank them for the privilege of using their images. All of these prints along with many more Inishowen Artist Clare Toland, has painted in various styles, fabulous images can be purchased from their website. from Impressionism to abstract, depicting imagery from Music and Literature. However, the unspoilt Adam Rory Porter - www.inishowenart.ie beauty of Inishowen’s landscape and Brendan Whelan - www.donegalclimbing.ie seascapes, is now the main inspiration for her work. Gareth Wray - www.garethwray.com She works mostly on commission for people with Jay Doherty - www.jaydohertyphotography.com family ties and memories to Inishowen. Mike Murphy Ronan Mc Laughlin - www.ronanmclaughlin.com Mary Crowley’ Artist Studio and Gallery A true piece of the , handcrafted pendant Tel. +353 (0)74 9378278 / +353 (0)86 2664554 Blue Room Art Gallery necklaces formed from beach pebbles gathered from the [email protected] shores of Pollan Bay, Ballyliffin. The pebbles are carefully Facebook @ MaryCrowleyArtist Tel. +353 (0)74 9376107 Rose Cottage Craft Shop encapsulates the beauty and spirit hand selected for their unusual, distinctive, unique shapes, [email protected] of the Inishowen Peninsula. Based at the Glenevin Waterfall colours and patterns which have been naturally formed by Mary Crowley finds inspiration for her original watercolours www.ballyliffinstrandhotel.com Park, Clonmany, the beautiful retail outlet is where you will find years of tumbling in the salt water of the Atlantic Ocean. and limited edition prints from the landscape of Inishowen, a large selection of local and Inishowen made crafts for sale, The pebbles are polished to a glossy finish and some are with its ever changing colour’s, rugged beauty and The Blue Room Art Gallery at The Strand Hotel including pottery, knitwear, candles, art, soap and much more. embellished with Celtic Motifs they are then drilled and atmosphere. Visitors are welcome at her Artist Studio and hosts a large selection of Top Artists who draw inspiration This is not just a visit to a craft shop immerse yourself in the mounted on silver or leather necklaces. Each unique pendant Gallery where you will find her latest watercolours on the from the Inishowen Peninsula and its surrounding natural beauty of the Glenevin Waterfall with a gentle stroll encapsulates the energy of the ocean and the sea breeze easel creations unique to Inishowen. hinterlands. Allow yourself time to ponder and enjoy these along the winding path, let yourself be inspired by what gives the necklaces evoke the spirit and memories of a visit to the wonderful creations here with us in the one location. our crafts people their own inspirations. natural beauty of Inishowen. 12 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 13 land and water Running Adventure - based activities Ballyliffin International Coastal Challenge Tel. +353 (0)87 2226112 www.visitballyliffin.com

Ballyliffin International Coastal Challenge takes place on Easter Saturday each year. This is a top class event attracting runners from all over the world. The course challenges all levels of fitness and ability. The event is unique in that the final 2 miles are on Pollan Beach. This is the Wild Atlantic Way at its most breath-taking, most invigorating and most exhilarating. Come along and experience this event for yourself and prepare to be overwhelmed by the scenery and the warm welcome waiting here for you. Begin your journey of discovery in the adventure capital of Ireland and we will give you an experience that you will never forget. Right here in Ballyliffin and Clonmany you can step out of your comfort zone and challenge your inner-self. Adrenalin, Thrills or just Good Experience the, waves, the quiet waters or the giant rock formations. Climb in Fun we have it all for you. places of outstanding natural beauty, here you will find yourself exhilarated and forever drawn back to the beating heart of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Equestrian Surfing, Kayaking & Rock Climbing Tullagh Bay Equestrian Centre Tullagh, Clonmany, Co Donegal Tel. + 353 (0)86 7204150 Inishowen Surf School Surfing www.tullaghbayequestrian.ie Tel. +353 (0)87 7773323 www.inishowensurfschool.com Wild, Rugged, Enchanting and full of undiscovered beauty, allow yourself Wild Atlantic Adventure Centre to be drawn by the constant rhythm Surfing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, of the ocean’s roar as you trek across Archery, Horse Riding and many more: beautiful Tullagh beach or along quiet Scouting Ireland Approved & Gaisce county roads. How better to enjoy the Centre landscape of the Wild Atlantic Way Tel. +353 (0)86 0573002 than on horseback. This is the perfect www.wildatlanticwayadventures.ie way to unwind, relax and create an unforgettable memory. We are a fully Donegal Climbing A.I.R.E approved centre. Lots more Rock Climbing & Hill Walking, on offer, Pony Camps, Riding lessons, Mountain Training, Abseiling, Mountain English & Horse-riding Summer Leadership programs. Tel. +353 (0)87 6657790 www.donegalclimbing.ie

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14 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 15 Ballyliffin Golf Club World Renowned Golfi ng Destination

Ballyliffin Golf Club Tel. + 353 (0)74 9376119 Twitter @ ballyliffin Facebook @ ballyliffingolfclub www.ballyliffingolfclub.com

Ballyliffin GC is Ireland’s most Both links at Ballyliffin have hosted northerly golf club and is home to two European Tour events. championship links courses- The Old The Glashedy Links host of the 2018 Links and Glashedy Links. There are only Dubai Duty Free , the 2002 150 links courses in the world and Ireland North West of Ireland Open and the 1998 has one third of them- Ballyliffin has two Ladies Irish Open. of the very best. The Old Links hosted the 2008 Irish Ballyliffin is a member owned club and Seniors Open and both links have staged warmly welcomes visitors from all over national and International amateur the world each year. tournaments. Our clubhouse offers an excellent bar Ballyliffin is now a world renowned and catering service, is open to the golf destination, attracting thousands public all year round and has stunning of overseas visitors each year and panoramic views of the links, Pollan Bay promoting the area on the international and Glashedy Island. stage.

BALLYLIFFIN GOLF CLUB

16 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 17 Leenan Fort

Heritage and Culture played a major strategic Spike Island in Co. Cork plus Leenan role in the British plans for the and forts in Inishowen, Co. protection of Ireland from Napoleonic Donegal. Negotiations between Irish times up to 1938. Major advances in leader, Eamon De Valera and the coastal defence weaponry brought British Government led to a handover about fortifications in Dunree Fort to the Irish in 1938. in the 1890s and the construction of Leenan Fort remained functional Leenan Fort which hosted the largest until the mid-1960s when it was guns of that era. abandoned. Army personnel were transferred to Dunree Fort which Post-Treaty, all but three British remained operational until the 1980s. military outposts on Irish soil were handed over to the Irish Army – Glen House, Glen Field Camp

Originally part of the Dresden About 1770, an English man called Demesne, a beautiful mansion on lush Charlton became Landlord of Urris. pastures across the road, the estate His local agent Neal Sean Doherty, was purchased by the Clarke family, became a rich man himself and Immerse yourself in our ancient heritage, our wealthy landowners from Co. Armagh. bought the estate in the early 19th culture, and warm friendly people who always Walter Clarke bequeathed land to his century setting up as Landlord at daughter, Elizabeth, on her marriage Glen House. The O’Doherty Landlords have a welcome for you. Here you will find the to Dublin barrister John O’Donnell and are buried in the nearby graveyard at foundations of who we truly are. they built the present Glen House, Straid Church. CARRICKABRAGHY CASTLE, ISLE OF DOAGH a five-bay, two-storey house with a segmented fanlight. During WW1, the Glen House was used as a British military training HQ named Glenfield Camp. Carrickabraghy Castle Plane Crash Site, WW2 Perched on a rocky outcrop at the trading and, is mentioned in the of the O’Dochartaigh Clan on the On the afternoon of Good Friday, The crash site (now marked with a furthest most reaches of the stunning Annals (iconic chronological histories Inishowen Peninsula. It was from here 11 April 1941, during World War II, a cross and an emotive inscription) “Isle of Doagh”, built c1540, on an compiled by monks in Ireland). that Sir Cahir “Rua” O’Doherty planned Vickers Wellington bomber crashed was located by two soliders from older settlement site, the remaining his ill-fated revolt at the beginning of Carrickabraghy, known locally as into the Urris Hills after getting lost Leenan Fort. The bodies were taken square keep and round tower was the 17th century which inevitably led “The Castles” was one of the last four in thick fog. Six young Englishmen to Leenankeel, Urris and laid out in part of a much larger castle complex. to the full Plantation of . remaining strongholds based at the airfield in Limavady a local forge. They were transferred It has been the scene of Viking perished after mistaking Lough Swilly to Dunree Fort prior to transport to invasion and medieval Mediterranean for Lough Foyle. England for burial. St. ’s Church – The Old Church At Straid

This historical church lays claim The Established Church acquired the Genealogy Research and Heritage Tours to the Catholic, Protestant and site in 1610 and the present structure Dissenters of the parish. The people was built there in 1772 with services Many visitors to the area are keen providing valuable local knowledge of Clonmany hold the church in great conducted for over 300 years. The to discover more about their Irish and specialising in the location of affection. Clonmany or “Cluain Maine” vaulted cemetery contains many roots and the history of the area. ancestral homes. Their entertaining which means “Meadow of the Monks”, hundreds of graves piled on top Local company, Irish Ancestral tours are not to be missed! takes its name from an early church of each other, both Catholic and Research Services, offers inspiring, established by St. Maine, a follower Protestant, side-by-side, with the tailor-made tours of Inishowen and Email: [email protected] of St. Patrick. The original monastic earliest from medieval times. The a full family history research facility. Tel. + 353 (0)86 3139258 settlement was said to be built on an earliest of the marked headstones Operated by a leading professional Website: www.IrishAncestral.com adjoining three-corned piece of land appear to be from medieval times. genealogist and social historian Facebook @clonmany.genealogy beside the Church. with over thirty years of experience,

18 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 19 Atlantic Ocean Delights The Rusty Nail Ballyliffin TownHouse Jacks Bar & Restaurant With fertile soils, a rich marine environment, mild climate, and - yes - plenty of rain, we find ourselves

lucky to have an abundance DISH – Leenan Bay Crab & Lobster with DISH – Fresh Local Kippers cooked to DISH – Monk Fish Wrapped in Parma of local and fresh produce. Crocknagee Oyster, Shellfish Croquette order with a fantastic smoky flavour Ham, served with a Chorizo Cream & Pea Puree Risotto The passion and pride of Here at the Multi Award Winning Located at the foot of the Urris Hills Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel Jacks Bar & Restaurant, proudly our chefs offer you only on The Wild Atlantic Way you can we offer fresh homemade breakfast boasts many accolades. Our Award experience the authenticity of the each morning from our AA Award winning chefs use only the finest local the finest dishes, we have Rusty Nail Bar and Restaurant with its winning Breakfast menu. Our family produce to create a dining experience rustled up a few choice warm fire, relaxing atmosphere and run Boutique Hotel offers comfortable like no other. We pride ourselves in freshly prepared award winning food. and luxury surroundings where a warm delivering exceptional value for money morsels to whet your Clean Atlantic waters a mild climate Donegal welcome awaits each of our accompanied with great food and appetite on our seafood and lush green fields have inspired guests. Discover The Majestic Wild quality service overlooking what is a our menu, there’s something to satisfy Atlantic Way or catch a round of Golf, spectacular backdrop of Pollan bay. specialties. every appetite. we promise if you stay once you will AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, return time after time. Yeschef Winner of Best Gastropub & listed in the Michelin Guide. Best Restaurant in Ulster Ballyliffin TownHouse Boutique Hotel Ballyliffin Lodge & Spa Tel. + 353 (0) 74 9378300 Crossconnell, Clonmany Tel. +353 (0)74 9378200 [email protected] Tel. +353 (0)74 9376116 [email protected] KIERAN DUEY WORLD CHOWDER CHAMPION [email protected] The Linx Restaurant The Strand Hotel Ballyliffin Hotel Nancy’s Barn World Chowder Champion’s Journey As a young lad living in rural Donegal, when we drove past Nancy’s Barn then known as the Craft Shop I would say to my parents when I get bigger I am going to buy that old shed. In 2008 that dream came true, I bought the building and in 2010 opened it as a seasonal coffee shop. Business has flourished and we are now opened all year round serving fresh homemade baking, great coffee and delicious food. – Glashedy Cod with pesto baby DISH – Pollan Bay Surf ‘n Turf – DISH – Panseared Donegal Salmon, DISH – Nancys famous seafood platter Growing up living by the sea and sharing a passion for food with my DISH pan fried garlic crab claws, squid, king prawns, mozzarella melt and garlic Inishowen Sirloin Steak, Wild Atlantic braised fennel, giant cous cous,dry prawn cocktail, world famous seafood grandmother she taught me many things about fresh baking and seafood. crab claws King Prawns, Flat Cap Mushroom, vermouth and shellfish broth She would always say how chowder was a poor man’s lunch. She was Silverskin Onions & Garlic Butter Sauce chowder, prawns wrapped in filo, The Linx restaurant with breath- Ballyliffin Hotel is one of Donegal‘s homemade slaw, buttermilk soda salt n not to know then how the passion we shared for food would lead to her taking views from every table over our An authentic warm and friendly local best loved hotels. Renowned for pepper fries, tossed garden salad grandson to become the World Chowder Champion. magnificent courses and beyond to welcome awaits you upon arrival at The its excellent food, relaxed and the Pollan Beach home of the glashedy Strand Hotel Ballyliffin. Our renowned Nancy’s Barn is renowned worldwide comfortable surroundings and warm I tried hundreds of chowder recipes and tried island Hense the name of our signature Hotel is overlooking Pollan Bay and for its excellent food, relaxed & & genuine hospitality, this family run 3 dish. Eating dinner on a summers Ballyliffin Golf Club on The Wild Atlantic comfortable surrounding & warm many things to get it just right. I finally came star hotel is a landmark in the charming evening watching the sun go down over Way. We offer guests a casual dining Irish hospitality all set within the barn. up with a recipe that drove my customers wild. coastal village of Ballyliffin on the Our award winning chefs use the Malin Head Ireland’s most Northerly experience with a varied selection Nancy's Seafood Chowder with a Spanish Twist. beautiful Inishowen Peninsula. finest of local produce for your dining Point is anything more idyllic. of menus, wonderful service and The beauty of it all is that the chowder is gluten unrivalled value for money. Ballyliffin Hotel experience. Whether visiting on a day Ballyliffin Golf Club Tel. +353 (0)74 9376106 trip or an overnight stay a visit Nancy’s free and filled with delicious quality ingredients. 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POLLAN BEACH 22 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 23 St. Patrick’s High Cross & Pillar Stones Around Inishowen 100 The St. Patrick’s High Cross at is believed to be the oldest of its kind in Ireland and is likely to date from the 7th century. The interlace patterns on the top of the cross are similar to those on the Book of Durrow, dating from the same period. It has a carving of Christ on the east face. Standing beside the cross are two pillar stones. The one on the north shows David the Warrior and David the Harpist, while that on the south has, among 2 other figures, a monk carrying a book, a crozier and a hand bell.

Fort Dunree Military Museum

Fort Dunree, Dun Fhraoigh in Irish means, Fort of the Heather. The fort is located on a rocky promontory, it was built as a defensive structure located above a steep cliff. Originally built as part of a series of fortifications defending Lough Swilly during the Napoleonic wars. Dunree is situated opposite Knockalla Fort on the other side of the Swilly and further up the Swilly than Leenan Fort. Dunree is surrounded with stunning natural beauty and hosts walking pathways with breath taking views, after which you can 3 relax in the café. Dunree is host to many exhibitions, wildlife talks, and a military museum. 1 Inch Wildfowl Reserve Drive the Famous Inishowen 100 Route and you will discover the hidden gems that Located in the shadow of Grianan Of Ailleach Fort you will find thousands of migratory birds including, swans, ducks, geese and other waders visit lie within this magnificent location known as the Crown of Ireland. this wonderful place. During the summer months the reserve is alive with activity as a vast variety of birds make this their home rearing their young around the lake. The 8km looped pathways with seating around the reserve are suitable for outdoor recreational activity such as walking, running and cycling. There are excellent viewpoints of the Atlantic Ocean and a number Grianán of Aileach 4 of bird hides which are open to the public. Open all year round.

This majestic circular stone fort commands it’s prominence on a hilltop, sitting 250m above sea level. Offering Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium 360 degree breath taking views of rolling country side. Origins of the Inishowen Maritime Museum & New Planetarium is conveniently located circular site are believed to date from in the old coastguard station, only 100 yards from the Lough Foyle ferry around 1700BC. Steeped in legend it landing at Greencastle. Part of the WAW Route the museum has an was home to the ancient Irish High extensive collection of artefacts, exhibitions and memorabilia of all things Kings, and has important connections maritime. Theatre shows run daily as well as astronomy and prehistoric sea 2 with ancient monasteries in Donegal. monsters shows, global climate and our kid’s favourite the Enchanted Reef! 5 Children’s shows are suitable from 4yrs.

The fort or cashel was restored in the 3 5 1870’s and is the centrepiece of the site, 23m in internal diameter with walls measuring approximately 4m in Inishowen thickness. It is thought that St Patrick IOSAS Centre & Celtic Prayer Garden visited the site in the 5th century and 100 baptised the local chieftain, Eoghan The Celtic Prayer Garden is a six-acre site laid out in the shape of the island from whom Inis Eoghan (Inishowen) of Ireland which depicts the lives of all the major saints of Ireland’s Golden Age. You can tour the garden, enjoy its wonderful peace and natural beauty gets its name. The fort has been 6 chosen as one of the landmarks and learn more about our common Celtic Christian heritage. We also have a Café, gift shop and an organic vegetable farm. included on the new Irish passport. 4

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24 BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination BALLYLIFFIN & CLONMANY Our Place, Your Destination 25 Fanad Lighthouse Oakfield Park

Donegal Day Trips Eara Thíre, Port An Tsalainn, , Co. Donegal Co. Donegal Tel. + 353 (0)74 9173068 Tel. + 353 (0)83 8091199 www.oakfieldpark.com www.fanadlighthouse.com Oakfield Park is one of Donegal’s Standing between idyllic Lough best-loved attractions. Open every Swilly and Mulroy Bay, Fanad Head day of the summer, the award Lighthouse has been voted one winning gardens and parklands, of the most beautiful lighthouses ponds, lakes, new hedge maze, in the world. Its location within heritage trees, sculptures and the Donegal Gaeltacht (an Irish Buffers Garden Restaurant will speaking area), on the eastern enthral. Children can make a wish shore of the Fanad Peninsula, it at Oakfield Park’s Fairy tree, while truly breath taking. No wonder it’s a navigating their way through highlight of the Wild Atlantic Way! adventures on extensive walks and trails. The crowning glory is a Take a guided tour and learn more 4.5km narrow gauge railway with about the history of this working a diesel and steam train operating lighthouse and the area around it. passenger trips daily. Regular Or, really indulge yourself and enjoy events are held in the grounds a stay far away from the bustle including the Teddy Bear’s Picnic, of modern life in one of the three Steam Sunday, Oakfest, Train of lightkeeper’s house’s available for Terror at Halloween and the famous rent. Santa Express in December.

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Glenveagh National Park Donegal Castle

Church Hill, Co. Donegal Donegal Town, Co. Donegal Tel. + 353 (0)76 1002551 Tel. + 353 (0)74 9722405 www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie

Glenveagh National Park and Built by the O’Donnell Chieftain in Castle built in 1869, is set amongst the 15th century, beside the River beautifully maintained gardens, and Eske, the castle has extensive offers magnificent mountain views, 17th century additions by Sir Basil raised bog-lands, and tremendous Brooke. The castle is furnished lakes and woodlands across the throughout and includes Persian 16,000 acres of National Park. Tours rugs and French Tapestries. of the castle, as well as guided tours Information panels chronicle the of the Italianate Formal Gardens are history of the castle owners from available, or if preferred you can join the O’Donnell chieftains to the a ranger-led walk along footpaths Brooke family. The Castle retains all through the grounds. You may even of it medieval grandeur to this day. be lucky enough to catch sight of soaring eagles or shy red deer. No trip to Ireland would be the same without a visit to one of our Historic and beautiful castles.

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