The West

Head way out West for wild landscapes and a sublime coastline rushing in from the Atlantic

Anglers Return in Connemara
Café culture
Keem Bay Road, Mayo
Beautiful beaches of the West

From left to right: Anglers Return in Connemara, Café culture, Keem Bay Road, Mayo, Beautiful beaches of the West

The West of Ireland is an enchanting place filled with wonderfully atmospheric towns and villages, long stretches of stunning coastline, soaring sea cliffs, and craggy countryside that boasts a uniquely desolate beauty and a vibrant cultural heritage rich in tradition. 

Encompassing the counties of Clare, Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Limerick, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Offaly  and Tipperary, the West gets under your skin like no other place in the world, offering an unparalled experience to all who visit. 

The haunting drama of the Donegal landscape includes the enchanting Glenveagh National Park and Castle; Yeats’ County can be viewed from on high with a hike to the table top of Ben Bulben in County Sligo; or you could try a different vantage point with an ocean voyage to the magical Aran Islands in County Galway or Achill Island, County Mayo. 

For those with a serious head for heights, nothing rewards more than a stroll along the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, County Clare! A little closer to sea level, picturesque Lough Key Forest Park in Roscommon is a haven of tranquility; while the legendary beauty of the majestic River Shannon stretching through the cruising counties of Leitrim, Offaly and Limerick can literally take your breath away. 

Serviced by no less than five regional airports, you can hop on a plane to Shannon, Galway, Knock, Donegal and even nearby City of Derry airport to kickstart your holiday! So whether you want to soothe your soul in utter isolation on a remote island or feel the passion at a high-spirited summer festival, the wild and wonderful West has it all.

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Wig Walk 2010

02 Oct 2010 - 02 Oct 2010

A huge challenge for many cancer patients is the loss of hair. An important aim of the ‘Wig Walk’ is therefore to show solidarity...

Limerick Women's Mini Marathon

03 Oct 2010 - 03 Oct 2010

The Limerick Leader Limerick Women's Mini Marathon in association with Limerick’s Live 95FM takes place on Sunday October 4th at...

Slieve Bloom Storytelling Festival

12 Oct 2010 - 16 Oct 2010

The Slieve Blooms, a landscape of mountains, valleys, glens, waterfalls, ancient raths and medieval castles, in the heart of...

Cuisle - Limerick International Poetry Festival

13 Oct 2010 - 16 Oct 2010

Limericks’ long association with poetry makes Cuisle the perfect opportunity and place for audiences to extend their experience of...

Ennis Fashion Week

16 Oct 2010 - 24 Oct 2010

Ennis Fashion Week is an innovative event that offers you an enhanced shopping experience in the ‘Boutique Capital of Ireland’....

Sligo Live

21 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

Sligo Live will take place over 6 days on the October Bank Holiday weekend in venues around Sligo. Now in its sixth year, SLIGO...

Thurles Halloween Festival

22 Oct 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

Family orientated festival with an emphasis on community spirit and participation. It is an alcohol free event.

Country Music Festival October 2010

22 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

Our 2010 Festivals include artists such as: Jimmy Buckley, Declan Nerney, Gary Gamble, Robert Mizzell, Mike Denver & more. The...

Lough Gur Storytelling Festival

22 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

A weekend celebration of the art of storytelling with traditional music, drama and poetry. Events for adults and children. Each...

Willie Keane Memorial Weekend

22 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

A weekend which promotes traditional music, song & dance and in doing so ensures that the asperations of Willie Keane, one of the...

Donegal Halloween Mardi Gras

23 Oct 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

Has developed into one of the biggest weeks of the year in Donegal town. • Carnival celebrations • Costumes Competition (€2000) •...

Ireland's Original Culchie Festival

24 Oct 2010 - 24 Oct 2010

2010 Culchie Festival All roads lead to lovely Leitrim for the October Bank holiday Weekend. This year Mohill has be selected as...

Hullabaloo Offaly Childrens Arts Festival

27 Oct 2010 - 30 Oct 2010

A fun Halloween themed arts festival for children, including workshops in arts and crafts, percussion, puppetry, circus skills and...

Spleodar Community Arts Festival

28 Oct 2010 - 31 Oct 2010

Spleodar Community Arts Festival is Nenagh's Halloween Festival. The word 'Spleador' itself is the Irish word for explosion or...

Ennis Trad Festival

11 Nov 2010 - 15 Nov 2010

The Ennis Trad Festival is a festival for those who love to hear (or play) Irish Traditional music of the highest quality in its...

Sligo International Choral Festival

12 Nov 2010 - 14 Nov 2010

2 day of Music & Singing - Worldwide Choirs attending the event. 2nd Largest Choral Festival in 32 Counties of Ireland....

unFringed Festival

26 Jan 2011 - 30 Jan 2011

Unfringed is Limerick City’s landmark Performance Festival, showcasing the best in live performance from local, national and...

St Patrick's Week in Galway City

12 Mar 2011 - 17 Mar 2011

2011 marks the 108th anniversary of the Galway St Patrick's Day Parade. Pipe bands, dance groups and performance artists come from...

St Patrick's Festival & International Band Parade

17 Mar 2011 - 20 Mar 2011

Limerick plays host to the St. Patrick’s Festival which has something for all the family. Highlights include the Limerick...

Strokestown International Poetry Festival

29 Apr 2011 - 01 May 2011

Founded in 1999, the Strokestown International Poetry Festival is established as one of the leading literary festivals in Ireland....

Limerick Riverfest

30 Apr 2011 - 02 May 2011

The Riverfest Festival showcases and celebrates all that’s great about Limerick City – highlighting and revelling in our art,...

Galway Sessions

13 Jun 2011 - 19 Jun 2011

The music sessions take place in multiple venues in Galway City, including the Crane Bar, Róisín Dubh, Monroe's Tavern, The Quays,...

Castlebar International Four Days' Walking Festival

30 Jun 2011 - 03 Jul 2011

Walk with the world in Castlebar during the summer of 2011 - our 44th anniversary! These walks are all about having fun and...

Ballina Salmon Festival

10 Jul 2011 - 17 Jul 2011

Ballina Salmon Festival is Ireland's premier family-orientated festival giving thousands of people, ten days of fun-filled...

Galway Arts Festival

11 Jul 2011 - 24 Jul 2011

Galway Arts Festival is Ireland's largest annual arts festival, taking place each July in the city of Galway. Founded in 1978, the...

Festival of the Connemara Pony & The Connemara Pony Show

15 Aug 2011 - 21 Aug 2011

The Connemara Pony is a distinctive breed with excellent qualities: strong, intelligent and very hard working, perfect for the...

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The Old Bank - General Offer

 

Enjoy 2 nights B&B in two interlinking ensuite jacuzzi bath bedrooms for 2adults, 3 kids (under 12) for E199.00

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Midweek Break. 1 Nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast with 3 course dinner on an evening of your choice. €47.95ps

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Enjoy the sun, the beach and the beauty of West Clare with this amazing midweek offer of 2 Nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast and...

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This summer enjoy the luxurious surroundings of Adare Manor, with two nights luxury accommodation in the Manor House, including...

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For just Eur79 per person enjoy 2 nights mid-week Bed and full Irish Breakfast per person sharing. Min 2nt stay, max 4nts on this...

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Camillaun Lodge - 2 nights B and B

 

July and September 2010 2 nights B&B, 2 days boat hire with packed lunches €140 per person based on 2 people sharing. Life jackets...

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Two Nights Bed and Full Irish Breakfast with Dinner on One evening of your choice.

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If you want to recharge your battery our house is the right place. We are in a quiet location not far from sandy beaches and Golf...

Clew Bay Hotel - Croagh Patrick Walking Break

 

Includes 2 nights Bed & Breakfast & 1 Dinner PLUS Climb Croagh Patrick - transport provided to and from the foot of the mountain,...

Old Ground Hotel - 2 nights B and B

 

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Enjoy 2 nights Bed & Breakfast in the morning with a Table d'Hote Dinner in the Rossmore Restaurant. Price includes one rounds of...

TEMPLE GATE HOTEL - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

2 nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast plus 1 Evening Meal in our award winning Legends Restaurant.

Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Golf Course - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a mid-wek break of 2 nights Bed & Breakfast including one evening meal and green fees at our private 9-hole double green...

Markree Castle Hotel - 1 night B&B Special

 

Why not enjoy our special B&B package in the luxury Markree Castle with full Irish breakfast.Our delightfully appointed guest...

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Enjoy a relaxing 2 night package at Markree Castle, 2 nights B&B with full Irish breakfast and evening meal on night of you choice...

Horse and Jockey Hotel - Mid-Week 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

2 Night Special in a Standard Room En suite for 2 people. Offer includes: Full Irish Breakfast, one evening meal on a evening of...

Dundrum House Hotel - MID-WEEK BREAKS

 

From only Eur89 - E129 per person sharing enjoy a relaxing mid -week escape in the heart of the Golden Vale with Two nights...

Camillaun Lodge - General Offer

 

2 days boat-hire, 2 nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation as well as packed lunch and dinner. €218 per person sharing.(Sterling...

MAYFLY HOTEL - General Offer

 

The Mayfly Hotel & The Foxford Fishery Rooms from € 39.00. (Single bank fishing / private fishery / number of rods limited) One...

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The Mayfly Hotel & Coolcronan FisheryRooms from € 39.00(Double bank fishing / private fishery / number of rods limited)One Night -...

MOORLAND COUNTRY GUESTHOUSE - 2 nights B and B

 

2 nights away from everything,3 Star Guesthouse in a quiet country side location, 8 miles from Donegal Town,not far from sandy...

Aran Islands Hotel- Ostan Arann - 2 nights B and B

 

Enjoy a 2-night, mid-week break on Inishmore, Aran Islands, during the month of September for only €78 pps - Save €20 - and a...

MOORLAND COUNTRY GUESTHOUSE - 2 nights B and B

 

If you need a break from the hustle in buzzle. Stay with us for 2 nights B&B and 1 Dinner, the house is quiet. Health and Beauty...

Bellbridge House Hotel

 

Enjoy a weekend of sun, beach and the beautiful views of Spanish Point and West Clare with this fantastic Weekend offer of 2...

Kylemore Pass Inn Hotel

 

Enjoy the beauty of Connemara each day, whilst touring or walking, much to see and do, to name a few, Kylemore-Abbey,...

Pontoon Bridge Hotel - General Offer

 

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Midweek 2 Nights Special in a Standard Room en suite for 2 people. Offer includes full Irish Breakfast, one evening meal on an...

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Valentines Weekend 2 Nights B&B 1 x4 Course Evening Dinner and a Bottle of House Wine You must stay 2 nights. Friday & Saturday or...

Aran Islands Hotel- Ostan Arann - General Offer

 

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Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Golf Course - Weekend 2 nights B and B + 1 dinner

 

Enjoy a weekend break of 2 nights Bed & Breakfast including one evening meal and green fees at our private 9-hole double green...

Dundrum House Hotel - Family Overnight Special

 

from just E119 - E139 enjoy an overnight B&B stay with the family 2A & up to 3 Children (>15ry) sharing a spacious family room.

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Did you know?

Sea captain and pirate queen Grace O’Malley patrolled the waters off the West coast of Ireland in the 16th century, and pirated and traded successfully for over 50 years. She even gave birth to her youngest son aboard her ship as it was being attacked by North African pirates.