Feature windows, a tower and cloisters situated amongst lush green fields grazed by cattle and sheep add to the feeling of calm. Takes some getting used to, I suppose.) The A701 is signed off/at the A74 (M) as 'Scenic Drive to Edinburgh '. this drive looks so beautiful, I drive a lot for work and can sometimes be in the car for 3 hours a day. This 0.75 acre site is situated in glorious surroundings with scenic views of Lough Mask. This article describes an anti-clockwise journey. Descending from the height of the pass, the wide open plain of Connemara lies before you. Balinrobe is situated in South Mayo and is very central to the folllowing locations 30 minutes drive from Castlebar, Westport, Knock Airport, 45 Minutes drive from Galway, Connemara,35 Minutes from Wild Atlantic Way There are three major lakes,Mask, Corrib, Carra. A loop via Lochinver is signed as a coastal route off the North and West Highlands Route. The lough is a rectangular glacial lake and is approximately 2.5 miles long and 0.5 miles wide. And now with the addition of heated seats in my car I also have a warm bottom! Covering 176 square kilometres with a highly indented shoreline and stretching 44 km northwest from the city of Galway , Lough Corrib is the second largest lake on the island of Ireland and divides the western part … Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Locals would have known it as Leam Bridge until recent years. Thats become my new mission statement since accepting I am returning to work. Mullagh Cottage is traditional-style stone cottage with space for up to six people. I have to say though, I think that is the best beer garden view I have ever seen! Panoramic Ireland create personalised photography tours, day trips and workshops for all ages in Galway and throughout Ireland. After 11km you can stop at Ballintubber, a picturesque village nestled at the foot of the Partry Mountains. We do the same now we have a little one. The tragedy was immortalised in a poem by Raftery,  a wandering, blind, Irish language poet whose works were written down by contemporaries. when I was little my parents couldn’t drive so when I passed my test at 17 I was always going out for drives and just driving along the country roads, my little ones love the journeys we go on. I love that. Enjoyed viewing my hometown. Tourmakeady is a popular spot to visit in the summer months for fishing, walks & drives. #bloggerclubUK, Wow! That is a beautiful drive and lovely to see a rainbow along the way too. Rory O’Connor, the last high king of Ireland lived in Cong Abbey for 15 years until his death in 1186 and there is a stone carving of him over a doorway on the bridge by the monks’ fishing hut. #BloggerClubUK. With magnificent mountainous views on your doorstep and close proximity to the popular fishing lakes of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, this is an ideal residence or country bolt hole away from the hustle & bustle. Click my image to read more about me. The bustling village of Oughterard is situated on the western side of the lake and calls itself the Gateway to Connemara. What a great place! This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Christmas Nail Trends - which one is your favourite?? Tourmakeady is a small village in the West of Ireland known for its rugged & scenic views. Thanks for the lovely comment x, Such a beautiful area and I love your quote, collect moments not things. #bloggersclubuk, I’ve never visited Ireland and watching this makes me think I really need to put that right! Tourmakeady (Tuar Mhic Eadaigh) is a scenic angling district between Lough Mask and the Partry Mountains. Keep straight on the N84 if you want to skip this location. Because you are in the Gaeltacht, an Irish language speaking area, some road signs will only have the Irish placenames. An Irish language college was established here early in the century. This comfortable family home has amazing views of surrounding countryside. Would love to see more of that gorgeous architecture too. The fishing hut pictured had a fireplace and chimney and using a hole in floor the monks could sit and fish here in comfort year round. If the video didn’t appear, watch it directly on YouTube by clicking here. The busy market town of Headford is centred around a crossroads and the N84 turns right at the traffic lights. No reproduction without written consent. One of the teachers at the college was Sinead Flanagan, and one of her pupils Eamon de valera, whom she married in 1910. A still from the film, of John Wayne standing on the bridge is set into the ground here. They really do form the best memories! We will be staying … So beautiful! A Paradise for Wildlife lovers, Artists, Birdwatchers & Anglers but you don’t have to be any of those to stay with us. Hop in the car with my family & enjoy the drive along the narrow & winding roads of the West of Ireland! Thanks for sharing #BloggerClubUK, Ah Italy is on the top of my list, it’s such a beautiful place. With magnificent mountainous views on your doorstep and close proximity to the popular fishing lakes of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, this is an ideal residence or country bolt hole away from the hustle & bustle. I am wife & mom to three amazing kiddies. Cuddle Fairy is a positive space on the internet where all of my blog posts & videos have a positive slant. The Lough Conn Drive is a looped drive of approx 102km around majestic Lough Conn. It was built sometime around 1800 from nothing but local stone and spans the end of a lake. Learn how your comment data is processed. To be honest I actually quite like it, head space, beautiful English countryside, its so peaceful. The Joyce Country Mountain and Lake District incorporates the communities of Maam, Corr na Mona, Clonbur, Cloghbrack, Finney, Tourmakeady, Cong, Cross and The Neale. It would be easy to spend half a day in lovely Cong. The cottage is about 20 mins drive from Cong (‘The Quiet Man’ Film and Ashford Castle), and Clonbur for supermarkets, restaurants etc. What a beautiful area. Get Cuddle Fairy's latest posts straight to your inbox. Hi Becky My family & I drove through Tourmakeady over the weekend & it was so beautiful that I decided to start videoing so you could enjoy the scenery too. The House Hotel in Galway City is a small hotel located in the centre in an area known as the Latin Quarter, just a minute’s walk from Spanish Arch and Quay Street. The rainbow was a beautiful touch! Rooms are available from €79 and booking can be made via the House Hotel’s website here. #bloggerclubuk, What a stunning drive the lake, the river, the pub the abandoned church I too would love a drive round that area #bloggerclubuk, Just amazing, I loves seeing your part of the world! They formed the best memories. Family trip needed , Collect moments not things! Secure online payment. It is an area of great scenic beauty with rivers, mountains and valleys lying between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, adjoining Connemara and Iar Chonnacht. The same figure who gives his name to the Isle of Man, the Irish Sea’s largest island. We headed out for a cruise into the Lough and had great views of the many islands and the multiformed Connemara Mountains. A sandy beach is nestled at the edge of the lake and it is ideal for a swim or a picnic lunch on a sunny day. Situated a few miles from Oughterard in Rosscahill it is signposted to the left off the N59 heading towards Galway; on arrival you will find a treasure trove of landscaped gardens set amidst natural features including native woodland and marshland. My name is Becky, I'm a wife & mom of 3. The season varies but runs from February to the end of September. Fine Historic Two Storey Traditional Irish Farmhouse, located in an area of outstanding scenic beauty with wonderful views of lake and mountains and extensive lakeshore onto Lough Mask. Lakes and bogland stretch out in all directions below a large, unending sky. Mullagh Cottage is traditional-style stone cottage with space for up to six people. Lough Mask (Irish: Loch Measca) is a limestone lake of about 83 km 2 (32 sq mi) in Counties Galway and Mayo, Ireland, north of Lough Corrib.Lough Mask is the middle of the three lakes, which empty into the Corrib River, through Galway, into Galway Bay. It is part of the NC500 route. A walk along the river bank upstream from Spanish Arch will show the force of the short River Corrib. This is a unique opportunity to experience fly fishing for wild brown trout on one of the Great Western Lakes. As well as the underground tour, there is an opportunity to pan for gold and view the seismological equipment on site. The monks were evicted by Henry VIII in 1542 and the buildings fell into a bad state of disrepair until Sir Benjamin Lee Guinness undertook restoration work after buying nearby Ashford Castle in the 1850s. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Answer 1 of 7: We arrive in Galway on 11 October after driving from Dublin. xx. Tower houses were fortified residences built by powerful Irish families in the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. Your email address will not be published. After 3 km turn right and the small harbour is your first view of the lake situated alongside impressive ruins. For more information on fishing on Lough Corrib see here. Inhabited by Augustinians on the site of a 7th century church, most of the buildings including the doorways date from the late 12th century. #bloggerclubUK, So beautiful! The lake, Lough Mask is huge! Through this small but vibrant city the River Corrib, Lough Corrib’s only outflow, makes its way powerfully into Galway Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. #bloggersclubuk, Ha! It reminded me of our last holiday back in August in Sardegna, Italy. My family & I drove through Tourmakeady over the weekend & it was so beautiful that I decided to start videoing so you could enjoy the scenery too. It’s great to know you do this as a family – hopefully we’ll get to do more of it this year too. Cappaduff is part of the townland of Tourmakeady Co. Mayo which overlooks the stunning views of Lough Mask. It is nestled between Lough Mask & the Partry Mountains in County Mayo. Dinner is available in the restaurant and the bar is well known for cocktails. #BloggerClubUK, Nice work. Find out more at Panoramic Ireland. They say a picture’s worth 1,000 words, so see beautiful Tourmakeady for yourself in my short video. Aughnanure is flanked on one side by the river, adding a level of protection and also has two bawns or surrounding walls. I loved the reminder, and the quotes are just spot on. Property Partners Emma Gill are delighted to present to the market this charming 3 bedroom property situated on a scenic site just outside of Clonbur village. Do you have a favourite family outing or things to do together out of the house? It is a popular Gaeltacht area. This road is straight for several kilometres and will present you with the opportunity to view long distances across bogland to the left and right. Tourmakeady Map I love to connect with my readers - leave me a comment below or send me a note on social media! One of Ireland’s great scenic drives, the Lough Corrib drive in County Galway is a circuit of an inland sea with ever-changing scenery, ruins, castles, sheep-lined roads and plenty of places to visit. At the entrance to the village there is a roundabout, to the right there is a car park and in the busier months it is definitely best to park here and walk into the village a short distance away. Tool marks in tight crawl spaces and damp working conditions along with original documents relating to the mine and its workers shed light on what was a dangerous, difficult place to work. Get in touch with him on Twitter @travelimages and Google Plus +DarrenMcLoughlin. I’ve always wanted to visit the West of Ireland, if you keep on showing me all these lovely places don’t be surprised if I rock up on your doorstep one day! Brigit’s Garden was created by Jenny Beale who commissioned local craftspeople to design elements in addition to Reynolds’ landscaping. The property encompasses a little over three acres, with excellent lake frontage. Not far off this road lies Moytura House, the childhood home of Oscar Wilde whose father William studied and wrote at length about Lough Corrib. Parking is available one minute away in a multi-storey car park for €8 for 24hrs. Find out more on my About page. That ruined church looks like an interesting place to explore. Such a beautiful drive xx, Loved watching this video and you showed the scenery really well. Be My Bear Party Kit Review – Make Your Own Bear! All content in this article ©Darren McLoughlin and ©scenicdrives.eu. Head back to Headford and turn left at the traffic lights, take the R334 signposted for Cong. Perfect for individuals, couples, families and small groups, Panoramic Ireland can meet you at your hotel or anywhere along your journey. I still remember our drives fondly as a child – unless they were the 8hr drives to visit family. Árd Aoibhinn Farm is found in a scenic and peaceful place near Tourmakeady, County Mayo and conveniently located along the shores of Lough Mask. Love days / trips out like this. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Property Partners Emma Gill are proud to bring to market this half acre elevated site overlooking Lough Mask in the scenic setting of Tourmakeady in Mayo. What a gorgeous part of the world. Tourmakeady is a popular spot to visit in the summer months for fishing, walks & drives. After about 11 km there is a … We are lucky that we live in a really picturesque part of the country and I love nothing more on a weekend than getting out and exploring it with the kids. Welcome to Cuddle Fairy where there's positivity around every corner! RCSL Flyfishing 2009, Lough Mask The RCSL 15th Annual Game Angling Event will be held on Thursday 4th June 2009 at Lough Mask, Ireland, launching from Gortmore Bay, Tourmakeady, Co Mayo. Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre: Drive around Lough Mask and Lough Corrib - See 3,814 traveler reviews, 2,319 candid photos, and great deals for Galway, Ireland, at Tripadvisor. This drive takes in Castlebar, Ballintubber Abbey, Ballinrobe, Cong, Clonbur, Tourmakeady and back to Castlebar. The 40 room hotel features tastefully decorated rooms and is “One of the best places to stay in Ireland” according to the New York Times. #bloggerclubUK, It looks lovely, I’m fortunate to live near the Lake District, so even though I hate having to drive 50 miles to get to work, at least I get a nice scenic commute through the Lakes! Best not to have the driver looking too hard for the lake at this point! Oughterard, like Headford on the other side of the lake, is a popular base for angling and is situated on the small but pretty Owenriff river. #BloggerClubUK, Wow it looks so beautiful. It’s a beautiful spot x. The next settlement you arrive at is Maam Cross. The Franciscans first came to Ross Errilly in 1351 but the earliest extant sections of the buildings date to the mid fifteenth century. Beautiful outstanding scenic walk on the doorstep. We used to go for Sunday drives when we were little. Repeatedly evicted over the next few hundred years the Franciscans returned each time until finally abandoning the friary in 1753. Aside from the places mentioned in the guide there are lots of options for things to do around Lough Corrib. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Hi, I'm Becky, creator & author at Cuddle Fairy. While passing through Cong, you'll no doubt enjoy a visit to the 12th-century abbey in the town centre. Ashford Castle is now a hotel. Quite unlike anywhere else in Ireland the village sits on an island on a narrow isthmus, surrounded by the water that flows between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask though the porous limestone rock of the region. This is one of the finest examples of medieval ecclesiastical architecture in Ireland. It is indeed fitting to call Lough Corrib an inland sea, for it is said to be named after Oirbsen a name used for Manannan mac Lir, a god of the sea in Irish mythology. It is nestled between Lough Mask & the Partry Mountains in County Mayo. The Franciscan Friary of Ross Errily sits on a plain beside the Black River and contains fantastic stone work by mediaeval monks. View back down valley – picture The road now climbs towards a high pass with Lackavrea mountain on your left. The soft green contours of the ancient weathered mountains slowly change to typical upland colours of brown and yellow, purple with heather in the summer. Posted by Becky, Cuddle Fairy | Jan 19, 2017 | Scenic West of Ireland, Videos | 37 |. There is a coffee shop and the café serves sandwiches, galettes and crepes as well as picnics for eating in the gardens. (I did initially gasp a bit when I noticed the driving-on-the-left-side-of-the-road bit! 24/7 Customer Service. The Lake District Drive This driving loop brings you to the heart of the Lake District. Looks gorgeous. Very soon the countryside begins to show its beauty. That view from the bridge is beautiful, looks like a stunning place to visit! Árd Aoibhinn Farm is located near Tourmakeady, County Mayo, surrounded by mountains along the western shore of Lough Mask, a very scenic peaceful location where people still seem to have all the time in the world to befriend visitors. Enjoy your visit to my blog x. x, That looks beautiful, can’t beat a drive about #bloggerclubuk. For more see here. A commemoration to 20 people who died on the lake during a boating tragedy in 1828 is situated beside the harbour. An aside – Before the village there is an impressive large gateway and often a nice man who will charge a fee to visit the estate grounds of Ashford Castle, with remnants from the mid twelfth century the castle has been enlarged and modified over the centuries, most notably by Arthur E. Guinness known as Lord Ardilaun, great-grandson of the Arthur Guinness who in 1759 founded the world’s most famous brewery bearing his name. I am proud of many things in life but nothing beats being a mother, Take My 3 Day Positivity Challenge and See How Your Mindset Begins to Change. You live in such a beautiful place You live in a beautiful part of the world! There's a fabulous scenic drive or bike ride which starts from Westport called the Great Western Greenway, which runs to Achill Island overlooking the wild Atlantic Ocean. I remember the torture of those lol x, What a lovely day trip out. Three beautiful lakes: Lough Carra, Lough Mask and Lough Corrib. One of Ireland’s great scenic drives, the Lough Corrib drive in County Galway is a circuit of an inland sea with ever-changing scenery,  ruins, castles, sheep-lined roads and plenty of places to visit. Required fields are marked *. After McGaugh’s Garden Centre on the left the true countryside begins. Helpfully some locals have added Clonbur onto road signs to aid navigation. Mountain bikes can be hired from West Side Cycles in Galway and includes a free bike rack to put on your rental car to take the bikes out and back to the trail. In the small but pretty village of Clonbur follow the road around to the left for Cornamona and Maam. He is from Ireland. Opening Hours: 10:00 – 17:30 daily all year. Now it is time to get into the car and head out of the small city. Even if this twin-arched stone bridge wasn’t associated with John Ford’s The Quiet Man it would still be worth stopping for. For the first section this is a rather uninspiring road, very busy with traffic and laden with roadside industry for a few miles. Scenic area. Famous for its association with John Ford’s The Quiet Man starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara that was filmed here in the 1950s, Cong is home to ancient monastic ruins and lovely walks through the woods leading to caves with streams and ruined castles. We did the around the coast daily – it was so beautiful, especially at sunset. For more scenery from the West of Ireland, join the kids, Mia our sheep-dog & I on our adventure to the top of the big hill. Vacation rentals available for short and long term stay on Vrbo. Turn left over the river in the small settlement of Maam, a shop and a pub stand beneath the mountains in this wide valley. Lough Nafooey. I’ve commented over on Youtbe too #Candidcuddles, This is just stunning – that derelict church was striking against that scenic backdrop. Fishing is free on Lough Corrib and there are good stocks of brown trout, sea trout and salmon. Totally agree that people should collect more moments and experiences #BloggerClubUK. Sure beats Minnesota! Secure payments, 24/7 support and a Book with Confidence guarantee Opening Hours: 10:00 – 18:00 daily 01/03 to 31/10 see www.glengowlamines.ie for more information. We like a nice drive too. #candidcuddles, Looks amazing, I have always wanted to visit Ireland! The Scenic Drive will remain open to private vehicles and commercial shuttles through Dec. 24, when it will close for shuttle operation until Jan. 2, 2021. You are so lucky to love in such an amazing part of the world! Browse 68 cabins to book online direct from owner in Mayo Memorial Peace Park, Castlebar. Clonbur is one of those places whose placename causes confusion, just like Dingle or An Daingean as seen on our Dingle Scenic Drive. The contrast between the lake & the mountains is breathtaking. #BloggerClubUK xx, I so agree collecting moments is so much more important!! Galway makes an ideal base for the Lough Corrib scenic drive, as this is a circular route and one of Ireland’s livliest cities. Europe - Help! Turn left onto the N59 Galway to Clifden road past the only building of note here – Peacocke’s Hotel. GREAT DRIVE LOUGH MASK: The magnificent views over Lough Mask provide a suitably scenic finish to this year’s journeys, writes BOB MONTGOMERY STRETCHING … Discover 106 vacation rentals to book online for your Turlough Round Tower, Castlebar trip. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Lough Carra flows into Lough Mask, which feeds into Lough Corrib through an underground stream which becomes the River Cong. The B8035 is signed, northwards at its southern end' as 'Scenic Route to Salen'. #CandidCuddles Great post! Opening Hours: 09:30 – 18:00 daily 16/03 to 28/10. This driving loop brings you to the heart of the Lake District and, on your journey, you will pass by three beautiful lakes: Lough Carra, Lough Mask and Lough Corrib. It dates from the 15th century. Lough Mask and Lough Corrib are all within easy reach. The music reminded me of PS I Love You #BloggerClubUK, I love the quote about the earth having music for those who listen. #bloggerclubuk, Wow! Leave Castlebar on the N84 for Ballinrobe. In the village of Cross turn left on the R346. Note I wasn’t asked or paid to promote Tourmakeady – it was just a fun family day out. Situated amidst the serene Lakelands of Galway and Mayo, Cong straddles Lough Mask and Lough Corrib, with a stream connecting the two lakes under the town. If you’d like to learn more about Tourmakeady, check out Discover Mayo & Tourmakeady.com. ... and we had Lough Mask on one side, Lough Corrib on the other, making for some spectacular lake and mountain views. In the Gaeltacht, Clonbur is known as An fhairche and signs are erected with this name while maps will refer to it is Clonbur. You sometimes forget what is right on your doorstep and like you and your family we love going out to explore what’s near to us. The ruins of Cong Abbey are the real star attraction in the village. A warm bum would certainly make all the difference!! For more on the crazy narrow roads where I live, check out this post about the roads I drive. En route there are plenty of things to do, sights to see and places to eat so read on to discover more. Cuddle Fairy's motto is: There's positivity around every corner. I’m hoping to get back to Tourmakeady someday, for a walk next time. Entry price varies by season. Property Partners Emma Gill are delighted to present to the market this charming 3 bedroom property situated on a scenic site just outside of Clonbur village. A sign to the left for Ross Errily takes you past Joyce’s supermarket, a good place to stop for provisions if you plan to have a picnic. Cong, Kylemore and Scenic Drives Croagh Patrick & Doolough Valley - Please help me out with a little more information. The New Guided Experience at Westport House Winter Wonderland, Dyson Pure Hot+Cool Link Purifier Unboxing & Review, Our Experience Visiting Santa with Santa Online, Harvest Full Moon – How to Harness the Energies, Decorating with new prints from My-Picture.co.uk. • Most Scenic Location overlooking Lough Mask • 7km from Tourmakeady • Site of 0.078 Ha (0.19 Acres) • Total Floor Area 107 sq.m (1,152 sq.ft) • PVC Double Glazed Windows and OFCH • Accessible to Ballinrobe (27km), Westport (34km) and Castlebar (33km) SCENIC DRIVE itsatravelfullife.com “Being from Mayo and south Mayo more specifically, I love the South Mayo Scenic Drive. Ireland is at the top of my list of places i want to go! 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