Kevin’s Falcarragh guidebook
For a great irish pint
The Shamrock Lodge
Main StreetGreat hospitality and friendly atmosphere
Local pub in Gortagork village; 15 mins walk form the cottage. Traditional music nights and Food also served on weekends
6 locals recommend
Teach Bhillie
Main StreetLocal pub in Gortagork village; 15 mins walk form the cottage. Traditional music nights and Food also served on weekends
Corner Bar
Local pub; in Falcarragh village 15minutes walk from the cottages
Sightseeing
Ards Forest Park
Great place for a walk in the woods and along the shoreline
Falcarragh Visitors Centre. Plenty of information available on the local area. Coffee Shop and small shop
An tSean Bheairic
Falcarragh Visitors Centre. Plenty of information available on the local area. Coffee Shop and small shop
Cloughaneely Golf Club
Great little 9 hole golf course
Boat trip from Magheraroarty Pier. Sailing times and booking can be done via the Tory Island Ferry App
18 locals recommend
Tory Island
Boat trip from Magheraroarty Pier. Sailing times and booking can be done via the Tory Island Ferry App
Doe Castle
Historic Castle. Historic stronghold of the Clan McSweeney
Built in 1853 by Jane Smith Russell and fell into disrepair in 1955 when the roof was removed.
6 locals recommend
Dunlewey Church abandoned
Built in 1853 by Jane Smith Russell and fell into disrepair in 1955 when the roof was removed.
Ards Friary
For a quiet moment of reflection, Tea or coffee and an Ice cream
The Donegal Railway Heritage Centre commemorates the operations of the County Donegal Railways Committee which operated two narrow-gauge railways in County Donegal from 1863 until 1959. The County Donegal Railway Restoration Society restored the centre, which opened in 1995 and is housed in the old station house in Donegal Town. Today, it operates as a visitor attraction comprising a museum
7 locals recommend
Donegal Railway Heritage Centre
The Donegal Railway Heritage Centre commemorates the operations of the County Donegal Railways Committee which operated two narrow-gauge railways in County Donegal from 1863 until 1959. The County Donegal Railway Restoration Society restored the centre, which opened in 1995 and is housed in the old station house in Donegal Town. Today, it operates as a visitor attraction comprising a museum
Abandoned Church just off the N56 near the towns Falcarragh and Dunfanaghy, the Ray Grotto is not far away across the road, near the Ray river.
Ray Church
Abandoned Church just off the N56 near the towns Falcarragh and Dunfanaghy, the Ray Grotto is not far away across the road, near the Ray river.
Cluain na dTor Seaside Gardens & Nursery
Garden Centre open March to November or by appointment during winter season. Gardens open mid/May to end October or by appointment. €8.50 admission to the Gardens. Children €3. Sorry no Dogs allowed. CLOSED .. Sunday's
8 locals recommend
Falcarragh
Cluain na dTor Seaside Gardens & Nursery
Garden Centre open March to November or by appointment during winter season. Gardens open mid/May to end October or by appointment. €8.50 admission to the Gardens. Children €3. Sorry no Dogs allowed. CLOSED .. Sunday's
The Workhouse is a community heritage centre situated just South West of the village of Dunfanaghy. The Workhouse has been a centre for heritage and cultural events for the community and a central tourist information hub for visitors since 1995
8 locals recommend
The Workhouse
1-6 Church MeadowsThe Workhouse is a community heritage centre situated just South West of the village of Dunfanaghy. The Workhouse has been a centre for heritage and cultural events for the community and a central tourist information hub for visitors since 1995
This shrine can be found at the highest point of the road through the Muckish Gap and is close to the car park for climbing the Mountain and to “The Bridge of Tears”.
Muckish Gap Shrine
R256This shrine can be found at the highest point of the road through the Muckish Gap and is close to the car park for climbing the Mountain and to “The Bridge of Tears”.
Just outside the village of Falcragh there is a tiny bridge called The Bridge of Tears (or Bridge of Sorrows). This was where in the 19th and early 20th century local familes would walk with their loved ones who were leaving home to escape famine and terrible poverty to seek a better in life in America or Canada.
Bridge of Tears
R256Just outside the village of Falcragh there is a tiny bridge called The Bridge of Tears (or Bridge of Sorrows). This was where in the 19th and early 20th century local familes would walk with their loved ones who were leaving home to escape famine and terrible poverty to seek a better in life in America or Canada.
Food scene
Great food and friendly staff only 15min walk from cottage
16 locals recommend
Batch - Coffee House, Bar & Kitchen
Main StreetGreat food and friendly staff only 15min walk from cottage
Great food, Excellent friendly service and atmosphere. Recommend that you book in advance
12 locals recommend
Colls Bar
Great food, Excellent friendly service and atmosphere. Recommend that you book in advance
Excellent, Friendly Bar and Restaurant within 15min walking distance from Killult. Great food and also music on various nights
The Strand Road
Strand RoadExcellent, Friendly Bar and Restaurant within 15min walking distance from Killult. Great food and also music on various nights
The Rusty Oven - Pizzeria
Main StGreat for a sourdough pizza
Great service, great pint, good food for a very cheap price. Don't pass it if you just want something to eat and a few very cold beers. Nice honest irish bar that not trying to be anything else.
McCarrys Bar
Great service, great pint, good food for a very cheap price. Don't pass it if you just want something to eat and a few very cold beers. Nice honest irish bar that not trying to be anything else.
Coffee Go Leor
Main StreetCafe;- Traditional teas, lunch and cakes for all tastes
Kayaking
A really great treat for all the family. You will be looked after excellently by Kitty
10 locals recommend
Kitty's Kayaks
A really great treat for all the family. You will be looked after excellently by Kitty
Kayaking in the heart of th Gaeltacht surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Errigle Mountain and the Poison Glen
Dunlewey Kayaking
Kayaking in the heart of th Gaeltacht surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Errigle Mountain and the Poison Glen
Beach
Falcarragh Beach
Great beach for walking and surfing
Lovely Beach with water sport activities; Kayak and Paddle board hire. Life Guards
take time to have a refreshing coffee, tea or ice cream at the Shack
30 minutes by car
13 locals recommend
Marble Hill Strand
Lovely Beach with water sport activities; Kayak and Paddle board hire. Life Guards
take time to have a refreshing coffee, tea or ice cream at the Shack
30 minutes by car
Golfing
Cloughaneely Golf Club
9 Hole golf course
Dunfanaghy Golfclub
16 Rinn na MharaTake away food
Something Fishy
Local Fish & Chips. Within 15min walking distance from Cottage
Chinese Palace
Main StreetChinese taka away. Main Street, Falcarragh;- highly recommended
Take away carryout serving Indian and traditional food, Main Street, Falcarragh
Tasty Macs Indian & Fast Food Takeaway
Main StreetTake away carryout serving Indian and traditional food, Main Street, Falcarragh