Local Attractions & Links

Located Close to the Seaside Village of Roundstone, famous for its beautiful beaches ( Gurteen and Dog’s Bay) ,Restaurants , Bars and Crafts “Island Cottage” and “Cill Cottage”are the ideal base from which to enjoy the many attractions of the area.

Below are some links to Activities to keep you busy during your stay in Connemara.

· Deep Sea Fishing Off Clifden in a fully Licensed Boat

· Horse Riding at Errislannan Manor (Ballyconneely Rd.) Riding is available on Connemara Ponies for children and adults, in their natural setting, over rough moorland, hills and beaches, all with spectacular views.

· Connemara Golf Club – Ballyconneely

· Western Kingfisher at Cleggan – Sea Angling, Fully Licensed

· Fly to The Aran Islands – an amazing flight!

· Visit the Aran Islands by Ferry from Rossaveal Aran Islands ferries

· Visit the Aran Islands by Ferry from Doolin, Co. Clare www.aranislandsfastferries.com

· Sail on a Galway Hooker Sailing Boat www.truelight.ie

· Fly Directly to Galway from UK www.aerarann.com

· Taxi service throughout Connemara www.joycescabs.com

· Fine seafood Restaurant in Clifden www.offthesquarerestaurant.com

· Famous Seafood Restaurant & Bar in Roundstone www.odowdsrestaurant.com

· Speciality Shop at Ballyconneely Selling a range of Smoked fish, Salmon, Trout etc. – visit shop in Connemara or shop on-line at www.smokehouse.ie

· www.clifdenlifeboat.org The Connemara People depend on this Service–any contributions greatly appreciated.

· www.serioussailing.com Boat Trips from Ballyconneely

· Purchase some “Connemara Whiskey” View website www.connemarawhiskey.com

· Cruise on the River Corrib from Oughterard www.corribcruises.com

· Horse Riding & Pony Trekking in Cleggan, North Of Clifden, with experienced guides – not to be missed!

· Inishbofin Island Off Cleggan – a fantastic day trip, get the ferry from Cleggan “Island Discovery”.

· Information on the Aran Islands

· Culture weeks on the Aran Islands www.irish-culture.ch