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Tramore Beach Dunfanaghy

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 04:18:52

Dunfanaghy
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Sharon McDaid

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:12:26

Carndonagh
Tel: +353 (0)74 9373082
Sharon McDaid (BA/Hons) Textile Artist and Designer works under the Donagh Design label and is based in Carndonagh, Co. Donegal. Sharon specialises in mixed media artworks and a range of hand printed fashion accessories in finest silks and luxurious velvets.

Napoleonic Anchor

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 02:49:04

Donegal Town
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In 1796 before embarking from Brest in Brittany the French leader Hoche had issued a proclamation to the French Army.

Sheskin More

info@donegaldirect.com — 07/12/2004 08:44:06

Glenties
Tel: nophone
Sheskin More is regarded as one of the most important Nature Reserves in Ireland.

Fort Dunreee Military Museum

info@donegaldirect.com — 13/09/2005 00:55:35

Buncrana
Tel: +353 (0)74 9361817
Fort Dunree Military Museum was first opened to the public in 1986 and has attracted tourists from all over the world ever since.

Beltany Heritage Group

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/11/2006 08:55:08

Raphoe
Tel: (074 )91 73966

Fintown Railway

info@donegaldirect.com — 21/04/2005 00:00:01

Fintown
Tel: nophone
Welcome to Donegal's only operational narrow gauge railway. Here, nestling deep in the heart of spectacular mountainous scenery steeped in tradition, myth and folklore,

Christine Kelly

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:41:44

Letterkenny
Tel: +353 (0)74 9129579

'Hills of Donegal' Tourism

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 06:04:58

Milford
Tel: 00353 (0) 74-9153736

Rathlin O'Birne Island

info@donegaldirect.com — 06/12/2004 04:43:28

Malainn Beag
Tel: nophone
2km west from Malinbeg is Rathlin O' Birne Island, dominated by the lighthouse.

Swan Park

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 04:34:37

Buncrana
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On the banks of the river is Swan Park, called after Harry Percival Swan, a prominent local historian.

The Ardara Heritage Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:14:47

Ardara
Tel: +353 (0)74-9541704/9541262
Ardara has long been a center for weaving, and varied displays represent the history of tweed production in the region.

O'Doherty's Keep

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:28:07

Buncrana
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O'Doherty's Keep was part of a Norman castle built in the 1300's of which only the Keep remains.

Kim Sharkey

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:54:01

Dunlewey
Tel: +353 (0)86 3139941
Dunlewey Pottery is based at the visitor centre Ionad Cois Locha at the foot of the Errigal Mountain Dunlewey Co. Donegal.The centre has a restaurant craft shop play area and boat trips are available.

Culdaff Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:47:18

Culdaff
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Designated Bathing Area

Isaac Butt Heritage Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 30/11/2004 08:36:50

Cloghan
Tel: +353 (0)74 9133108
The Isaac Butt Heritage Centre opened it's doors to the public for the first time in August 1998.

Colmcille Trial

info@donegaldirect.com — 13/08/2007 07:54:46

Milford
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Walk Details Although close to the town of Milford, and easily accessed from there, Loch Colmcille is a remote and tranquil location in an area which is rich in history and wildlife. The route to and from Milford is along footpath and quiet roads, whilst the 2.5 km section to the east of the Loch is along a disused road which is not accessible to cars.

Buncrana Shore Path

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:26:37

Buncrana
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This path follows the shoreline of Lough Swilly between Buncrana and Stragill Strand and is a pleasant and easily accessible walk. The sea views accross Lough Swilly are particularly impressive.

Sinead McLaughlin

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:12:49

Ballybofey
Tel: +353 (0)74 9130987
HANDMADE Wood turing Glass Blowing Fused Glass Ceramics Slate Clocks Textiles Jewellery hand made and designed by Sinead McLaughlin.

Trusk Lough

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:16:34

Ballybofey
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Distance: Approximately 14 kms Time: 4 - 5 hours Public Transport: No Terrain: Rough track, quiet roads Grading: Easy to moderate

Geraldine Hannigan

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:50:15

Letterkenny
Tel: +353 (0)74 9125312
At our Design Studio on the Port Road, we offer a unique collection of hand-crafted jewellery for the discerning customer. Visitors are always welcome to browse in a quiet relaxed atmosphere. Also The Makers Atelier.

Railway Heritage Museum

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/07/2006 01:29:36

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9722655
The advent of the Donegal Railway Heritage Centre means new life has now been breathed into an historic building. The Old Station House Donegal Town has been reoccupied for the first time in ten years by The Donegal Railway Heritage Centre

Inishowen Head Walk

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:25:17

Inishowen
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Walk Details This spectacular walk takes you through some of Donegal’s most impressive coastal scenery. Within a relatively short distance of leaving the you are in remote country with wonderful views (including Scotland on a fine day).

Bloody Foreland Walk

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:33:09

Bloody Foreland
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Walk Details A coastal walk against the back drop of one of Donegal's iconic landmarks - Bloody Foreland. The route is signposted as part of the Bealach na Gaeltachta - Sli an Earagail.

Ann McGonigle

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:15:24

Clonmany
Tel: +353 (0)74 9376265
Crocheting was part of many Irish households within living memory, but the craft, like other types of needlework, has practically disappeared among the younger generation of Irish people.

Colmcille Heritage Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 19/12/2005 02:22:37

Gartan
Tel: +353 (0)74 9137306
Saint Colmcille or Columba is thought to have been born in Gartan, close to Lough Gartan in County Donegal in approximately 521AD.

Famine Graveyard

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 08:38:28

Glenties
Tel: nophone
Directly behind Ard Patrick housing estate is the site of the Famine Graveyard.

Moville Pottery

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 09:43:22

Moville
Tel: +353 (0)74 9382059
This enchanting range of handthrown stoneware has been exclusively designed and manufactured by Moville Pottery, whose studio is situated in the heart of the beautiful and haunting Inishowen Peninsula, Co.

Glencolmcille

info@donegaldirect.com — 07/04/2008 03:42:59

Glencolmcille
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Glencolmcille is an Irish speaking village situated in a picturesque glen named after St. Colmcille.

Lisfannon

info@donegaldirect.com — 03/03/2008 08:51:23

Buncrana
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Lisfannon, Buncrana, Blue Flag beach

Marble Hill Beach and Breaghy Head

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:44:57

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
Marble Hill Strand is as beautiful as its name suggests. The beach is a regular winner of the EU Blue Flag.

Inishbofin

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:21:50

Inishbofin
Tel: 074 9532571
Inis Bó Finne is a small, enchanting island far removed from the hustle and bustle of modern-day life. Situated two miles off the north Donegal coast, the island has beautiful white sandy beaches and unusual cliffs and caves.

Slieve League Cultural Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 28/02/2006 04:11:16

Teelin
Tel: (+353) (0) 74 9739077
Resource Centre; workshop; conference room; seminar room and tourist information centre; car and coach parking available. Tí Linn Coffee Shop The Tí Linn Coffee Shop serves the best coffee in Donegal alongwith our very own home baking: Home-made soups Brown bread Scones Cakes and crumbles Bagles, wraps and croissants Tí Linn Craft Gallery

Portal Tomb

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 03:24:50

Narin
Tel: nophone
An exceptionally fine portal-tome or dolmen, prominent on the skyline 1/4 mile to the east of the main road, 4 miles north-north-west of Ardara.

The Diamond

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 03:27:39

Donegal Town
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The centre of Donegal Town where the fair day took place up until 1967.

Lough Derg & Pettigo

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 07:57:29

Pettigoe
Tel: +353 (0)71 9861546
Lough Derg is a large shallow lough of over 2000 acres 4 miles north of Pettigo.

Bamba's Crown

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/05/2005 07:18:10

Malin Head
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
You will find at Bamba's Crown, Ireland's most northerly point, the Tower, which was built in 1805 as.a Lloyds Signal Station.

Letterkenny Town Park

info@donegaldirect.com — 16/06/2005 03:46:50

Letterkenny
Tel: 074 9194200
Entrance to this fabulous town park is located just off the hospital roundabout on the Kilmacrennan Road.

Monument

info@donegaldirect.com — 07/12/2004 08:39:32

Donegal Town
Tel: nophone
The attractive centrepiece of the market is known as the Diamond.

Ards Forest Park

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:10:56

Creeslough
Tel: +353 (0)74 9121139
At Ards Forest Park you can enjoy many forest walks, a car park and a children's play area. It also has many features of historical and archaeological interest

Hannah McGuiness

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 18:12:11

Glenties
Tel: +353 (0)74 9551036
Hannah McGuiness is an Irish based jewellery designer who qualified from the National College of Art and Design Dublin in Craft Design.Combining mixtures of precious and alternative materials her designs stretch from very minimal ranges in sculpted perspex incorporating silver/gold to more colourful and intricate woven wire pieces.

St. Connells Cultural and Heritage Museum

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2005 08:03:15

Glenties
Tel: +353 (0)74 9551277
The heritage centre is named after St. Connell Caol.

Skull House & Cooley Cross

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/05/2005 07:22:24

Moville
Tel: nophone
At Cooley, near Moville, interesting remains can be visited consisting of the ruins of an ancient church.

An Grianan Theatre

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:14:56

Letterkenny
Tel: +353 (0) 74 91-20777
An Grianán's spacious auditorium has a seating capacity of 345.

Burt Castle

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:26:23

Burt
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Burt Castle is probably the best known castle in the north-west because of it prominent position on a hilltop.

Portsalon Beach (Warden / Stocker Strand)

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:55:47

Portsalon
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Blue Flag beach

Beltany Stone Circle

info@donegaldirect.com — 03/12/2004 03:58:02

Raphoe
Tel: none
The name of this solitary hill 2 miles south of Raphoe recalls the Celtic springtime festival of Beltane.

Brendan McGloin

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:33:46

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9723423
Brendan Mc Gloin began to form his career with stone shortly after finishing a four-year diploma in Graphic Design at Letterkenny Institute of Technology in 1992. My first appreciation of architectural masonry was seen while working on the Bristol Swallow Hotel ( Neo-Classic Style building using Bath Sandstone).

Maghery Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:53:45

Killybegs
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As you approach Ardara, you will see Maghera Caves signposted Alladdin's Cave with the bald caption 'cave'.

Fintra Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:48:33

Killybegs
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Fintra Beach is located about 1.5kms from Killybegs on the way to Kilcar/GlenColmCille. It is a long sandy beach that stretches about 1kms along the bay.

Studio Donegal

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:13:20

Kilcar
Tel: +353 (0)74 9738194
Handweaving Workshop with garment making. Producing luxury Donegal Tweeds which are available in the Studio Shop in hats, caps, scarves, socks and baby slippers.Range of throws from knit wraps to king size bed spreads designer hats unstructed casual clothing.

Bocan Stone Circle

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/05/2005 06:41:03

Culdaff
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
Bocan Stone Circle, Culdaff, Inishowen, Co Donegal The Bocan Stone Circle contains seven stones. In 1816, there were a total of twelve upright stones.

Murvagh Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:54:26

Donegal Town
Tel: nophone
Murvagh Beach is a blue flag beach located about 10kms from Donegal Town on the way to Ballyshannon.

Bridge of Sorrows

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/02/2005 07:46:31

Falcarragh
Tel: nophone
Almost all of the Donegal Relief Fund Immigrants to Australia passed this way. People leaving the west side of Muckish Mountain and heading for the port at Derry needed to pass this way.

Iniskeel Island

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:15:49

Narin
Tel: nophone
The Island of Inniskeel has a sacred interest in the present and the past.

Rock of Doon & Well

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:05:31

Kilmacrennan
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The selection of a Chieftain was with the permission and by the advice of the nobles, both lay and ecclesiastical of the Clan.

Malin Head

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:11:28

Malin
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It is one of the minority sites for observing chough. Fishing and rock angling is also popular in the area.

Tory Island

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:24:34

Tory Island
Tel: 074 9532571
Tory Island derives its name from the high pinnacle cliffs eroded by the battering swells of the Atlantic.

Doe Castle

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:13:24

Creeslough
Tel: nophone
A four-storey tower standing in a square turreted bawn built early in the 16th century on a beautiful site on Sheep Haven Bay by MacSweeney na d'Tuath, foster father of Red Hugh O'Donnell.

Killahoey Strand

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 04:07:51

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
The golden sands of Killyhoey Beach just a five minute stroll from the village is one of the most spectacular walks you can experience.

Eddie Doherty

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 18:07:43

Ardara
Tel: +353 (0)74 9541304
A handweaver with over 40 years experience, Eddie produces hand-woven material throws, scarves, caps and shawls in a variety of colours and designs some of which reflect the colours of our landscape. The loom is on display and the weaving is demonstrated to visitors.

Gola Island-Seod Ghabhla

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:20:05

Bunbeg
Tel: 074 9532571
Gola Island is a 500-acre island, half a mile off the Gweedore coastline. It has been uninhabited since 1960's.

Bundoran Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 06:05:42

Bundoran
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Blue Flag beach

Seat Of Power

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:09:51

Lifford
Tel: +353 (0)74 9141733
Seat of Power of the O'Donnells. Used to this day as the HQ of Donegal County Council.

Narin / Portnoo Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:56:09

Narin
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Narin is a sheltered cove beach approximately 2km long on the Atlantic coast of Ireland.

Rossnowlagh Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:57:32

Rossnowlagh
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Rossnowlagh - 'The Heavenly Cove' is regarded by many as the most scenic and dramatic beach in the whole of the Northwest.

Gleann Cholm Cille Loop Walks

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:27:57

Glencolmcille
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Walk Details In a wonderfully remote location, these two loops (which are fully sign-posted as part of the National Loop Walk network) offer the walker some of the finest walking and coastal views in Ireland. Added to this is a rich cultural and archeological heritage with opportunities along the routes to view numerous historic and religious remains.

Crolly Dolls

info@donegaldirect.com — 19/12/2005 02:22:09

Crolly
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From concept to original sculpture, from design to finished hand-knit woollens, hand-woven Donegal tweeds and linens, we maintain the attention to detail and level of excellence which first made the Crolly Doll famous.

Peigi McGinley

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:08:54

Creeslough
Tel: +353 (0)74 9138071
"Creeslough Macrame" specialises in design and creation of exquisite hand-knotted lampshades, handbags and wall-hangings. We take this opportunity to invite you to view our creations in our workshop Creeslough Macrame.

Aranmore Island

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:18:21

Arranmore Island
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Walk Details The walk around Árainn Mhór is sign posted as Slí Árainn Mhór (part of Bealach na Gaeltachta which is a National Waymarked Way) and begins and ends at the Ferry port. The views in all directions along the walk are stunning and the western half of the route is particularly remote.

Maria Connolly

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:03:59

Manorcunningham
Tel: +353 (0)74 9157153
Hidden Earth Pottery is a studio pottery producing hand built decorative ceramics. The work produced ranges from small dishes to vases and lamp bases. All are made using flat sheets of clay that is then moulded into shapes and hand painted using a majolica glaze technique making each piece individual and unique.

Downings Antiques

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/06/2007 05:11:25

Downings
Tel: 00353 (0)74 9154969
Downings Antiques – For Antiques Contemporary of just the Inspirational Furniture of all periods from Georgian to Victorian. Glass, pottery, porcelain and silverware. Long Case Clock and mantle clocks in stock.

Chasin' Bull

info@donegaldirect.com — 21/09/2007 04:47:13

Bundoran
Tel: +353719841988
Old style traditional puband music venue in the heart of Bundoran town, close to the Grand Central Hotel.

Carraickabraghy Castle

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:21:50

Isle Of Doagh
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
Between the 9th and the 13th century Inishowen was divided into three sectors, Aileach, Bredach and Carraic Brachaidhe (Carraickabraghy) which is situated in the west of Inishowen.

Stroove Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:59:42

Greencastle
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Blue Flag beach

Bealach na Gaeltachta, Falcarragh

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:30:30

Falcarragh
Tel: +353 (0)66 9152423
Bealach na Gaeltachta (Dun na nGall) is made up of four circular long-distance walking routes which pass through Gaeltacht areas. Each walk is between 50-70km in length and encompasses mountain riverside seaside and forest habitats.

St.Patricks Highcross

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/05/2005 08:14:52

Carndonagh
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
Saint Patrick's Cross, Carndonagh, Inishowen, Co Donegal Saint Patrick's cross is situated in the beautiful town of Carndonagh.

Inishowen Geneaology

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/11/2004 05:16:15

Inishowen
Tel: nophone

Fionntan Gogarty

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:48:50

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9722105
The inspiration for Fionntan Gogartys' paintings is the ever changing moods of the landscape of the north and west of Ireland and it's rich Megalithic art. He uses Batik as his primary medium working on Irish linen and farming it in native woods.

Summerhill House

info@donegaldirect.com — 02/12/2004 06:13:31

Ballybofey
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Very few people in the Twin Towns know that just outside the town of Ballybofey, a perfect example of a Matrimonial Tree still stands.

Donegal Castle

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 03:25:53

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9722405
The centrepiece of Donegal Town is without a doubt O'Donnell's Castle better known as Donegal Castle by the banks of the river Eske.

The Bank Walk

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 05:11:44

Donegal Town
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If you cross Boyce's Bridge on the Killybegs road you will come across the beginning of the Bank Walk.

Bealach na Gaeltachta, Dunlewey

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:29:15

Dunlewey
Tel: +353 (0)66 9152423
Bealach na Gaeltachta (Dun na nGall) is made up of four circular long-distance walking routes which pass through Gaeltacht areas. Each walk is between 50-70km in length and encompasses mountain riverside seaside and forest habitats.

Inch Castle

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:24:21

Inch Island
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
Inch CastleThe Castle was built in the middle of the fifteenth century and although it was mentioned in the grant of Inishowen to Chichester in 1609, it was in a state of disrepair.

Catherine Gallagher

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:40:31

Ardara
Tel: +353 (0)74 9541399

Donegal Town's Churches

info@donegaldirect.com — 30/11/2004 02:16:41

Donegal Town
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On the other side of the road as you leave Donegal Castle you will observe a building of old world appearance in cut stone a relic of lost art - stone masonry.

Donegal County Museum

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 03:48:42

Letterkenny
Tel: +353 (0)74 9124613
Donegal County Museum was first opened to the public in 1987 In the first phase of development, the museum was housed in what was once the Wardens house of Letterkenny workhouse, built in 1843.

Antiques and Art Gallery

info@donegaldirect.com — 08/03/2008 12:54:45

Carrick
Tel: 074 9739885
Antique shop & Art Gallery

Franciscan Friary

info@donegaldirect.com — 08/12/2004 09:44:16

Rossnowlagh
Tel: +353 (0)71 9851342/9852035
The Franciscan Friary, opened in the 1950's, is set in beautiful scenic grounds overlooking Donegal Bay.

Triona Design

info@donegaldirect.com — 21/02/2005 04:12:59

Ardara
Tel: +353 74 95 41422
It’s the hospitality of the Mulhern Family and their staff at Triona Design which recently earned them an impressive four Failte Ireland awards, recognising the special effort made to keep the traditional ‘Cead Mile Failte’ alive and well.

Muckish Mountains

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/02/2005 07:43:18

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
The backdrop of Dunfanaghy village is a majestic mountain, called Muckish, that is used by many hill-walking enthusiasts.

Greencastle to Milligan Ferry Crossing

info@donegaldirect.com — 26/07/2005 08:43:00

Greencastle
Tel: +353(0)74 9381901
Experience the stunning scenery from Inishowen to the Causeway Coast.

Ionad Teampeall Croine

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/06/2005 08:15:37

Dungloe
Tel: + 353 (0) 9522198
Ionad Teampall Cróine the former Church of St. Peter's in Dungloe was erected on the site of an earlier building dating back to 1760.

The Gap Trail

info@donegaldirect.com — 05/09/2007 03:30:01

Glenties
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Walk Details This purpose built walking and cycling trail follows the old railway line which served a Bord na Mona turf extraction facility. It crosses the Ownea River (and the Bluestack Waymarked Way at this point), passes through an area of forestry and ends at the remote, but hauntingly beautiful, Lough McHugh.

Horn Head

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:25:11

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
This is probably the most dramatic of the beautiful Donegal peninsulas. Nature has painted the landscape with broad, bold strokes and the sculptured rocks and cliff faces are awesome in their majesty.

Rossan Knitwaer

info@donegaldirect.com — 12/08/2005 01:24:02

Glencolmcille
Tel: +353 74 97 30069
The designer of the Rossan Knitwear collection has developed a wide range of high quality hand knits, knitwear garments for the Irish home and export markets. Our designs incorporate traditional donegal handknit sweaters and as well as fashion knits.

Bealach na Gaeltachta, Gweedore

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:30:52

Gweedore
Tel: +353 (0)66 9152423
Bealach na Gaeltachta (Dun na nGall) is made up of four circular long-distance walking routes which pass through Gaeltacht areas. Each walk is between 50-70km in length and encompasses mountain riverside seaside and forest habitats.

GCK Glass Etchings

info@donegaldirect.com — 28/02/2006 03:58:37

Glencolmcille
Tel: 074 9730065
Have you ever wondered what to get for those special people on their special day? Why not give them one of our one off personalized gift mirrors. It will be a reminder of your kindness and consideration for years to come. It's simple - you supply us with the names and date(s) and we will do the rest.

Michael Griffin

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:06:42

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9735343
Michael Griffin produces original and exclusive sculptures from human and animal to abstract forms in local bogwoods and stone. Here you can see sculptor at work and pieces of work on display.

Stephen Diggin

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/01/2007 14:05:17

Buncrana
Tel: 074 93 61925
Buncrana artist who paints landscapes,seascapes,still life,abstract,animals and portraits

Tullan Strand

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 04:01:52

Bundoran
Tel: nophone
It's one of the most popular beaches in Ireland, with hundreds of learn-to-surf kids in the shorebreak and dozens of Bundoran's local rippers out on any good day.

Clonca Church & Cross

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/05/2005 08:22:49

Culdaff
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
The church on the site of a monastery founded by St. Buodan was built probably in the 17th century but the lintel over the door, with worn carved figures on it, was taken from an earlier church.

Ardara Heritage Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 02:56:47

Ardara
Tel: nophone
This centre has a exhibition on the history of Donegal tweed since the 19th Century using text, photography, artifacts, audio visual displays and demonstrations.

Ramelton Story Exhibition

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 04:05:56

Ramelton
Tel: 074 9151266
The exhibition includes an audio-visual display, a scaled model of the town, story boards, artefacts and displays.

Donegal Ancestry

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/11/2004 05:16:15

Ramelton
Tel: + 353 (0)74 9151266
Donegal Ancestry Ltd was formed in 1992 to provide a comprehensive ancestral research service to people with Donegal heritage. We are members of the Irish Family History Foundation and form part of a national network of centres throughout the thirty-two counties of Ireland.

Bealach na Gaeltachta, Gortahork

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:29:37

Gortahork
Tel: +353 (0)66 9152423
Bealach na Gaeltachta (Dun na nGall) is made up of four circular long-distance walking routes which pass through Gaeltacht areas. Each walk is between 50-70km in length and encompasses mountain riverside seaside and forest habitats.

Britton & Daughters

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:34:30

Rossnowlagh
Tel: +353 (0)71 9852220
Arts & Crafts shop specialising in various Irish Crafts with celtic and nautical themes. The studio attached to this shop produces a range of sand etched glass panels and mirrors as a one-off commissions some for sale in the shop.

Horn Head Pet Sanctuary

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/03/2007 07:52:20

Dunfanaghy
Tel:
Hello from all of us at Horn Head Pet Sanctuary! Our Web Site is for animal lovers and people with a true love of nature. My name is Annette Hunter. I am a very lucky woman as I live in the most beautiful part of Ireland and I have the best friends anyone could wish for! 6 dogs, 10 sheep, 2 horses and soon 2 donkeys!

Lough Derg

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:13:12

Pettigoe
Tel: 07491 986518
Walk Details This walk is based on the route of a Pilgrimage path which has been in use since the 12th Century. Today the route, which is fully sign-posted, extends through an area being managed by Coillte, the Irish Forestry organisation. In addition to its historical interest, the walk also offers exceptional lakeside views of Lough Derg and the surrounding countryside. A number of spurs allow access to view points and sites of historic interest.

Eas a' Ranca Waterfall

info@donegaldirect.com — 07/12/2004 08:59:52

Ardara
Tel: nophone
En route to Maghera, along the seashore, from Ardara, the visitor will stumble on the lovely Eas a' Ranca Waterfall.

Carrickfinn Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:46:36

Carrickfinn
Tel: 074 9724471
Carrickfinn is an extensive sandy beach with a good dune system. Situated in Gweedore Bay which is a Natural Heritage Area with many varied coastal habitats.

Workhouse Dunfanaghy

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 02:39:53

Dunfanaghy
Tel: +353 (0)74 9136540
Visit the Dunfanaghy Workhouse and see and hear "Wee Hannah" tell the true story of her long life.

Donegal Art Gallery

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2005 07:02:59

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0) 74 9725887
The Donegal Art Gallery is located on Upper Main Street, Donegal Town, and is open Monday to Saturday, from 9am to 6pm

Sliabh Liag (Slieve League)

info@donegaldirect.com — 07/03/2006 12:51:43

Carrick
Tel: +353 0 74 9739077
The Slieve League (Grey Mountain) cliffs, situated on the West coast of Donegal, are said to be the highest and one of the finest marine cliffs.

Oakfield Park

info@donegaldirect.com — 11/04/2006 04:42:32

Raphoe
Tel: +353 7491 45557
Oakfield Park is a privately owned house set in 100 acres of magnificent parkland, woodlands and gardens, in the heart of Donegal. Originally built as the Deanery for Raphoe Cathedral in 1739 the gardens look out towards the Croaghan Mountain with its ancient burial mound and the Beltany Stone Circle nearby.

Urris Hills

info@donegaldirect.com — 21/02/2006 04:33:48

Dunaff
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
As we travel from Dunree towards the village of Clonmany the road begins to climb steeply as we approach the Urris Hills that rise in the distance to a height of 1300 feet. Between the Urris Hills is a steep mountain pass that affords spectacular views towards Dunaff Head and Tullagh Point. Here lies Mamore Gap in Gaelic Madhm Mor or 'Great Gap', a place that has a mystical spirit of its own

Silver Strand - An Tra Ban

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:58:12

Malainn Beag
Tel: nophone
An Tra Ban - The Silver Strand - is considered to be one of the finest beaches in Ireland.

The Ardara Fort

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 08:00:42

Ardara
Tel: nophone
The Irish name for Ardara is "Ard a' Rátha" which means "The height of the fort".

Arranmore Island

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:06:31

Arranmore Island
Tel: +353 (0)74 9520533/9520995
Árainn Mhór is an ideal location for activity holidays, with something for everyone. Set in the clear blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean, it is a joy for Scuba divers and deep-sea anglers. Take a leisurely walk around and see the spectacular cliff scenery and long white sandy beaches, the many wild birds and flowers, the lakes filled with trout...

Donegal Harbour

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 03:29:23

Donegal Town
Tel:
In days gone by there was a strong maritime tradition in the town and records show that many of the residents were engaged in one way or another with trades connected with the sea.

Rathmullan Beach

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:56:54

Rathmullan
Tel:
Designated Bathing Area

Grianan Ailigh

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 09:51:43

Burt
Tel: nophone
The great stone cashel which gave Grianan Ailigh its name is said to have been built by the Tuatha De Danann God.

Old Franciscan Abbey

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 03:26:37

Donegal Town
Tel:
Situated at the mouth of the Bay are the ruins of an ancient Franciscan monastery.

Donegal Gardens

info@donegaldirect.com — 30/05/2006 10:42:59

Mountcharles
Tel: (074) 9735387
This contemporary garden whispers stories of walled gardens past, but today stands independently of trends and restorative themes.

St Conals Church

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/12/2004 06:07:34

Glenties
Tel: nophone
St. Conal's Church, Glenties was designed by the architect, the late Mr. Liam Mc Cormick, Derry.

Wee House of Malin

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:09:04

Malin
Tel: +353 (0)74 9374933 - 4
The “Wee House of Malin” will reveal that the ‘wee’ house is in fact a cave in the hillside and is said to be the home of St. Muirdealach. Legend has it that no matter how many people entered this cave it always had room for more. Beside are the remains of an old church, which according to tradition was built by St. Muirdealach. Built of split stone rubble and some boulders, only the northeast and south walls now survive

Flight of the Earls Heritage Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 06:59:59

Rathmullan
Tel: +353 (0)74 9158178
The exhibition is lively informative and interesting display of the life and times of the Earls and the aftermath of their Flight.

Rathlin Knitwear

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:10:01

Kilcar
Tel: +353 (0)74 9738300/9730260
100% Donegal Tweed Wool Handwoven Knitwear. Also a range of Cotton/Linen Sweaters. The unique thing about this product range is that the raw material and manufacturing is totally made in South West Donegal.

Ard Na Mona Gardens

info@donegaldirect.com — 03/12/2004 03:56:18

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0) 749722650
Ardnamona, meaning 'height of the bog' was a wilderness up until the nineteenth century. The Oak woods are a remnant of an ancient Woodland that was once more widespread.

Glengesh Pass

info@donegaldirect.com — 03/12/2004 04:15:32

Glengesh
Tel: nophone
From Glencolumbkille a road heads inland towards Ardara, through the wild and picturesque Glengesh Pass .

Glenveagh National Park

info@donegaldirect.com — 24/01/2006 09:57:52

Gartan
Tel: +353 (0)74 9137088
Glenveagh National Park, managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, lies along the Derryveagh mountains in the northwest of County Donegal.

Drumboe Woods

info@donegaldirect.com — 06/12/2004 02:36:33

Ballybofey
Tel: nophone
Many strangers to the Twin Towns will undoubtedly pass through here without any awareness of the Drumboe Woods existing, which is a great pity, it being one of our 'special' places.

Brenda Smith

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:33:19

Rathmullan
Tel: +353 (0)74 9158470
Brenda's workshop/studio is beside Lough Swilly in idyllic scenery, inspiring a wide range of Art & Craft in a variety of media. Functional items sit along fine art. Visitors are made welcome to browse work for sale.

Donegal Craft Village

info@donegaldirect.com — 26/07/2005 08:44:13

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9722225
Donegal Craft Village is situated just outside the historic town Donegal on the road to Ballyshannon and Sligo.

Creevy Shore Walk

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:10:40

Creevy
Tel:
Walk Details This purpose built shore path extends from Rossnowlagh, through Creevy and on to the mouth of the Erne Estuary at Ballyshannon. Walkers should note that fence crossings along the route are by stile rather than gates.

County Donegal Historical Society Museum

info@donegaldirect.com — 08/12/2004 09:51:36

Rossnowlagh
Tel: +353 (0)71 9851342/9852035
The Franciscan Friary overlooking Rossnowlagh Beach hosts a comprehensive general and geologica) museum.

Doon Fort

info@donegaldirect.com — 15/11/2006 18:06:08

Portnoo
Tel: nophone
Lough Doon Ring Fort is located on a small island in Lough Doon off the Portnoo to Rosbeg Road.

Dunfanaghy Village

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:14:28

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
Dunfanaghy, situated on the great bay of Sheephaven in the heart of North West Donegal, is surrounded by glorious coastal and mountain scenery.

Bonny Glen Wood

info@donegaldirect.com — 26/01/2005 09:15:35

Rosbeg
Tel: nophone
Located about 8km from Glenties on the N56 Portnoo Road with directional signs on route the Bonny Glen Wood is an area of great natural beauty accessible all year round.

Irish Country Quilting

info@donegaldirect.com — 04/09/2007 10:57:38

Dunfanaghy
Tel: (353) (0)74-913-6868
A wonderful opportunity to learn or perfect your fiber art skills, while enjoying the stunning sea & mountain vistas of the Donegal Highlands

Five Finger Strand

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 03:50:04

Carndonagh
Tel: nophone
From Knockamaney's Ben's you can view the famous Five Fingers Strand.

Tramore Beach, Ardara

info@donegaldirect.com — 10/01/2008 04:23:53

Rosbeg
Tel: nophone
Located off the R261 going north from Ardara, this wonderfully secluded beach is in a very peaceful setting.

Marie McGready

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:04:19

Killybegs
Tel: +353 (0)74 9731799
Marie produces hand painted silk scarves and wraps. Vibrancy of rich colour and unique design create an exclusive collection of hand painted silks. Designs and colours are inspired by the world of nature, the sea, and celtic images which embrace patterns found in ancient manuscripts.

Sheep Haven

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:08:28

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
There is a nice walk on the promontory of Horn Head near Dunfanaghy. This spectacular headland offers some fine cliff scenery and views across the wild waters of Sheep Haven to the Rosguill and Fanad Peninsulas.

Island Roy

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:07:22

Rosguill
Tel: 074 9532571
Oileán Ruaidh is a tiny island in Mulroy Bay inhabited by a small Gaeltacht community. Unusually, it is located in a fjörd-like bay and is far from the open sea. It is connected to the mainland by a tidal causeway and is part of the Irish-speaking district of Rosguill peninsula.

Alastair Simmons

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 07:13:13

Falcarragh
Tel: +353 (0)74 9165190
Located 2 miles south of the main road between Falcarragh & Dunfanaghy at a turn-off called Ray Bridge, in the townland Moyra Glebe, Alastair's house and workshop is beautifully located at the foot of Muckish Mountain.

Doochary - Fintown

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:30:43

Doochary
Tel:
Walk Details This spectacular walk, which is a section of Bealach na Gaeltachta Waymarked Way, can begin/end in either Doochary or Fintown. It takes you through some of Donegal's finest woodland walking and a modest climb just north of Fintown gives spectacular views across the surrounding countryside.

Greencastle Maritime Museum

info@donegaldirect.com — 02/12/2004 04:21:23

Greencastle
Tel: +353 (0)74 9381363
The Maritime Museum in Greencastle was opened in 1994 with the assistance of the Inishowen Community Development Limited, the EU Leader Programme and the International Fund for Ireland.

Muntermellan, Dane’s Cove

info@donegaldirect.com — 24/02/2005 10:47:19

Dunfanaghy
Tel: nophone
Tucked between two rocky ridges overlooking Dunfanaghy, with a fine view across to Errigal and Muckish mountains

Blue Stack Mountains & Barnesmore Gap

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/05/2007 03:31:44

Donegal Town
Tel: nophone
Barnesmore Gap is that big opening between Croaghconnelagh (Connall's mountain) and Croaghonagh (Owen's mountain). Here in this very fine mountain pass the traveller is absolutely shut in between these two great hills as he wends his way along a really excellent road that traverses the gap.

Niall Bruton

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:07:14

Donegal Town
Tel: +353 (0)74 9722225
Established since 1987, Niall produces a wide range of items in metals, from medallions to monuments. His jewellery is meticulously handcrafted, creatively combining modern innovative designs with ancient Celtic forms, utilising precious metals and stones.

Errigal Mountains/ Poison Glen

info@donegaldirect.com — 07/06/2005 05:04:55

Dunlewey
Tel: nophone
There are many views to be seen from this mountain which is the highest in Donegal (2,467 ft) and has an ascent of 752 metres.

Stephen Bennett Artist Studio/Gallery

info@donegaldirect.com — 05/12/2006 03:36:56

Ardara
Tel: +353 74 9541652
Stephen Bennett is a professional fine art painter based in Ardara, Co. Donegal,Ireland. He exhibits in his Studio Gallery beside his home in Ardara and in other galleries throughout Ireland.

Corravaddy Wood

info@donegaldirect.com — 19/06/2007 03:21:52

Letterkenny
Tel:

Mary from Dungloe

info@donegaldirect.com — 16/05/2007 08:52:02

Dungloe
Tel: nophone
The Mary From Dungloe International Festival was launched in 1967.

Raphoe Castle

info@donegaldirect.com — 02/12/2004 07:53:49

Raphoe
Tel: nophone
The Castle is dating back to 1637 and is one of the most impressive buildings in Co. Donegal.

Iosas Centre & Celtic Prayer Garden

info@donegaldirect.com — 01/03/2007 09:05:04

Muff
Tel: 00353 74 9384866
The Celtic Prayer Garden is a six-acre site laid out in the shape of the island of Ireland which depicts the lives of the major saints of Ireland’s Golden Age (5th to 12th Century).

John Molloy (Ardara) Ltd Knitwear & Tweed

info@donegaldirect.com — 12/03/2007 13:10:18

Ardara
Tel: +353 (0)74 9541133
John Molloy (Ardara) Ltd is a family run knitwear and tweed business located in Ardara, Co. Donegal, on Irelands North West Atlantic coast. John Molloy (Ardara) Ltd manufactures a range of Men’s and Women’s knitwear for export across the world.

Aranmore Island-Árainn Mhór

info@donegaldirect.com — 17/12/2007 05:35:32

Arranmore Island
Tel: nophone
Why not pay a visit to Árainn Mhór to enjoy its genuine, friendly atmosphere.

Dunlewey Visitors Centre

info@donegaldirect.com — 18/04/2005 06:38:39

Dunlewey
Tel: + 353 (0)74 9531699
DÚN LÚICHE is a small rural community in the Donegal Gaeltacht, lies in unique scenery at the foot of Mount Errigal, the highest mountain in the County

The Gallery

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:16:22

Dunfanaghy
Tel: +353 (0)74 9136224
Established in 1968, The Gallery, Dunfanaghy, is well worth a visit. There is a large selection of original oil and water colour paintings. Also antiques and a craft shop specialising and the very best of Irish handcrafts.

Maghery

info@donegaldirect.com — 14/08/2007 03:14:46

Maghery
Tel:
Walk Details This walk forms part of Sli na Rossan (National Waymarked Way) but is an excellent short walk on its own. Shortly after leaving the beach/car park you are in quiet countryside with excellent views over the Rosses and out towards Aranmore Island.

Cavancor House & Gallery

info@donegaldirect.com — 25/05/2007 07:01:52

Lifford
Tel: +353 (0)74 9141143
Cavanacor Gallery is located in the grounds of Cavanacor House, a seventeenth century house with considerable history. Cavanacor Gallery was established in 1999 as a professional venue for exhibiting emerging and established national and international artists. It has achieved a significant reputation nationally.

Ionad Cois Locha (Dunlewey Centre)

info@donegaldirect.com — 02/12/2004 04:04:53

Dunlewey
Tel: +353 (0)74 9531699
Ionad Cois Locha or the Dunlewey Lakeside Centre is situated on the shores of Dunlewey Lough in the shadow of the haunting and mysterious Poison Glen and at the foot of Mount Errigal, the highest mountain in the county.

Sarah Williams/Michelle

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:11:53

Inver
Tel: +353 (0)74 9737569

Folk Village Museum Glencolmcille

info@donegaldirect.com — 21/02/2006 04:19:13

Glencolmcille
Tel: +353 (0)74 9730017
The Folk Village Museum offers an excellent Guided Tour for the visitor. In the tour you will get the chance to experience life as it was in the 1700's, 1800's and 1900's. Our thatched cottages are exact replicas of those belonging to that era and are furnished accordingly. Take a look at how our ancestors lived, cooked, the beds the lay on, the tools they used, their means of lighting and heat etc.

Marina Hamilton

info@donegaldirect.com — 20/10/2006 08:04:43

St. Johnston
Tel: +353 (0)74 9148205
Specialising in canvas and clay Marina has carved out a career in sculpting and painting animals. She's a graduate of the University of Ulster Fine Craft design course in Belfast and has been working from her base in St.