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Mayo Road Trip
The province of Connacht is named after a Browne of Westport, as a place of refuge for those
great King and magician who once lived in this Catholic refugees forced to escape the sectarian conflicts
mystical region of Ireland named “Conn”. Legend of the north of Ireland. Louisburg (or Louisbourg in
has it that he showed his power one day by French) was a French named fortress on Cape Breton
covering the province with snow. For ever after it Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. The town’s was named after
was called Conn-sneachta or Conn’s snow. the uncle of it’s founder, one Captain Henry Browne,
who fought in the Battle of Louisbourg in 1758( on the
Louisberg - Cluain Cearbán British side).
In your approach to Louisberg you pass through The town is particularly alive with Traditional Music
stunning scenery along the beautiful Clew Bay on each May bank holiday weekend for Féile Chois
one side and Croagh Patrick on the other while the Chuan. Louisberg is also home to the Gráinne Mhaol
latter passes through lake, mountain and overwhelming interpretive centre.
scenery past Doolough and Delphi Lodge. The town is
built upon the Bunowen river which is popular place Westport - Cathair na Mart
of salmon fishing. The nearby Roonagh Pier, is the “stone fort of the beeves” or
departure point for ferries to both Clare Island and “city of the fairs”
Inishturk.
The town was constructed in 1795 by the 3rd Earl of Ireland’s holy mountain “Croagh Patrick” site of annual
Altamount, (later 1st Marquess of Sligo), John Denis pilgrimage makes for a striking backdrop to the town.
Today, Westport is one of Mayo’s thriving centres
Set in the South West corner of Clew Bay, Westport is
unusual in Ireland in that it is one of only a few planned
Ocean Lodge Surround yourself by our
Killadoon captivating landscape
One of the most stunning locations in Ireland! Coasteering
Dominated by the Atlantic Coast Line and nestled at the foot of the Mweelrea Snorkelling
Mountain range overlooking of Clew Bay, Ocean Lodge Killadoon is a wonderful
Clew Bay, Co. Mayo
base from which you can explore the wild and wonderful West Coast.
Ph: 087-3627828
The hotel bar combines charm and character with a first class service, www.youtube.adventurewest1
live music, excellent cuisine, a first class pint and great craic!
Spectacular views from out Seaview Restaurant & Bar!
Experience our wonderful home - cooked food & service of exceptional standards,
using locally sourced ingredients with special emphasis on fresh fish.
Walking, Boar Trips, Fishing, Cycling & much more ...!
Killadoon is a perfect walking destination: we can offer mountain & hill walking,
coastal and Island walks all through unspoilt varied and rich landscapes.
the area also offers a wide range of other activities.
The Ocean Lodge, Killadoon Louisburgh, Co. Mayo
Tel: 00 353 (0)98 68605 | Mobile: 00 353 (0)872965483
Email: info@oceanlodgekilladoon.com
Web: www.oceanlodgekilladoon.com
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The province of Connacht is named after a Browne of Westport, as a place of refuge for those
great King and magician who once lived in this Catholic refugees forced to escape the sectarian conflicts
mystical region of Ireland named “Conn”. Legend of the north of Ireland. Louisburg (or Louisbourg in
has it that he showed his power one day by French) was a French named fortress on Cape Breton
covering the province with snow. For ever after it Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. The town’s was named after
was called Conn-sneachta or Conn’s snow. the uncle of it’s founder, one Captain Henry Browne,
who fought in the Battle of Louisbourg in 1758( on the
Louisberg - Cluain Cearbán British side).
In your approach to Louisberg you pass through The town is particularly alive with Traditional Music
stunning scenery along the beautiful Clew Bay on each May bank holiday weekend for Féile Chois
one side and Croagh Patrick on the other while the Chuan. Louisberg is also home to the Gráinne Mhaol
latter passes through lake, mountain and overwhelming interpretive centre.
scenery past Doolough and Delphi Lodge. The town is
built upon the Bunowen river which is popular place Westport - Cathair na Mart
of salmon fishing. The nearby Roonagh Pier, is the “stone fort of the beeves” or
departure point for ferries to both Clare Island and “city of the fairs”
Inishturk.
The town was constructed in 1795 by the 3rd Earl of Ireland’s holy mountain “Croagh Patrick” site of annual
Altamount, (later 1st Marquess of Sligo), John Denis pilgrimage makes for a striking backdrop to the town.
Today, Westport is one of Mayo’s thriving centres
Set in the South West corner of Clew Bay, Westport is
unusual in Ireland in that it is one of only a few planned
Ocean Lodge Surround yourself by our
Killadoon captivating landscape
One of the most stunning locations in Ireland! Coasteering
Dominated by the Atlantic Coast Line and nestled at the foot of the Mweelrea Snorkelling
Mountain range overlooking of Clew Bay, Ocean Lodge Killadoon is a wonderful
Clew Bay, Co. Mayo
base from which you can explore the wild and wonderful West Coast.
Ph: 087-3627828
The hotel bar combines charm and character with a first class service, www.youtube.adventurewest1
live music, excellent cuisine, a first class pint and great craic!
Spectacular views from out Seaview Restaurant & Bar!
Experience our wonderful home - cooked food & service of exceptional standards,
using locally sourced ingredients with special emphasis on fresh fish.
Walking, Boar Trips, Fishing, Cycling & much more ...!
Killadoon is a perfect walking destination: we can offer mountain & hill walking,
coastal and Island walks all through unspoilt varied and rich landscapes.
the area also offers a wide range of other activities.
The Ocean Lodge, Killadoon Louisburgh, Co. Mayo
Tel: 00 353 (0)98 68605 | Mobile: 00 353 (0)872965483
Email: info@oceanlodgekilladoon.com
Web: www.oceanlodgekilladoon.com
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