Mary’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Great place for a day trip for all ages. Step back into time and take a tour of the beautiful Historical Westport House, gardens and grounds build in the 18th century. Kids and adults will enjoy the rides, slides, boats and trains of the Pirate Adventure Park and many other experience onsite. On site dining at Gracy's Pizzeria & Bistro.
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Westport House
Quay RoadGreat place for a day trip for all ages. Step back into time and take a tour of the beautiful Historical Westport House, gardens and grounds build in the 18th century. Kids and adults will enjoy the rides, slides, boats and trains of the Pirate Adventure Park and many other experience onsite. On site dining at Gracy's Pizzeria & Bistro.
Just outside of Westport, Old Head Beach is a family favourite of ours when we want a splash in the sea. The beach is family friendly, sheltered and patrolled by lifeguards. Great for trying SUP - stand up paddle boarding. Courses, summer camps and rental available from Summer SUP.
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Old Head Beach
Just outside of Westport, Old Head Beach is a family favourite of ours when we want a splash in the sea. The beach is family friendly, sheltered and patrolled by lifeguards. Great for trying SUP - stand up paddle boarding. Courses, summer camps and rental available from Summer SUP.
A short drive from Pontoon. Lovely place to spend a couple of hours or the day, to soaking up the history of Irelands rual past and a different way of life, Gothic period home and Victorian gardens. Fairy Folk trail, yearly special events and free admission. Visit their website for more information. www.museum.ie/Country-Life.
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National Museum of Ireland - Country Life
A short drive from Pontoon. Lovely place to spend a couple of hours or the day, to soaking up the history of Irelands rual past and a different way of life, Gothic period home and Victorian gardens. Fairy Folk trail, yearly special events and free admission. Visit their website for more information. www.museum.ie/Country-Life.
The Great Westrern Greenway traverses Ireland’s Atlantic coast between Westport town and Achill Island and visits the picturesque villages of Newport and Mulranny (Mallaranny). It passes by some of the West of Ireland’s most dramatic mountains and offers magnificent views of Clew Bay and its many islands. Cycle or Walk the distance the at suits you. Bikes can be rented from all towns on the rounte. Great family fun.
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Great Western Greenway
The Great Westrern Greenway traverses Ireland’s Atlantic coast between Westport town and Achill Island and visits the picturesque villages of Newport and Mulranny (Mallaranny). It passes by some of the West of Ireland’s most dramatic mountains and offers magnificent views of Clew Bay and its many islands. Cycle or Walk the distance the at suits you. Bikes can be rented from all towns on the rounte. Great family fun.
Hennigans Heritage Centre is a fabulous living history experience at its best for all the family. The Hennigan thatched cottage, farm and grounds showcases the rual way of Irish life, with funny stories an anecdotes from the family who have own and worked the land for generations. Tom who was born and raised in the cottage and is an engaging, interesting and entertaining guide.
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Hennigan's Heritage Centre
Swinford RoadHennigans Heritage Centre is a fabulous living history experience at its best for all the family. The Hennigan thatched cottage, farm and grounds showcases the rual way of Irish life, with funny stories an anecdotes from the family who have own and worked the land for generations. Tom who was born and raised in the cottage and is an engaging, interesting and entertaining guide.
Fr Peyton Centre is a lovely place to visit for faith. Fr Peyton became know as the - known as the Rosary Priest. “The family that prays together stays together”.
The centre tells the story of his life from Attymass to Hollywood. His Prayer Crusades, which took him all over the world preaching the importance of prayer, especially family prayer.
He staged hundreds of radio and television shows with many of the famous movie stars of Broadway and Hollywood taking part from Bing Crosby to Gregory Peck. He was the founder of “Family Rosary” and “Family Theatre”.
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Fr Peyton Centre is a lovely place to visit for faith. Fr Peyton became know as the - known as the Rosary Priest. “The family that prays together stays together”.
The centre tells the story of his life from Attymass to Hollywood. His Prayer Crusades, which took him all over the world preaching the importance of prayer, especially family prayer.
He staged hundreds of radio and television shows with many of the famous movie stars of Broadway and Hollywood taking part from Bing Crosby to Gregory Peck. He was the founder of “Family Rosary” and “Family Theatre”.
The Foxford Woollen Mills is a great spot to visit for a shopping or a bite to eat. The working mills produces the best of Irish-made products from throws, blankets, scarves, baby blankets & rugs to furnishing fabrics, all woven at the centre. It has an extensive range of homeware, giftware and a fabulous cafe with homemade dishes and takeawy treats. Don't forget to look in the bargin box for special priced items.
The Mill also has a guided tour which offers a truly unique experience giving the background to the Mill, why it was set up in Foxford in 1892, the challenges that were faced and how they were overcome.
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Foxford Woollen Mills
Providence RoadThe Foxford Woollen Mills is a great spot to visit for a shopping or a bite to eat. The working mills produces the best of Irish-made products from throws, blankets, scarves, baby blankets & rugs to furnishing fabrics, all woven at the centre. It has an extensive range of homeware, giftware and a fabulous cafe with homemade dishes and takeawy treats. Don't forget to look in the bargin box for special priced items.
The Mill also has a guided tour which offers a truly unique experience giving the background to the Mill, why it was set up in Foxford in 1892, the challenges that were faced and how they were overcome.
Croagh Patrick, known as the Holly Mountain is a place of ancient history. It is five miles from the town of Westport. It take roughly 2 hours to climb to the summit and about 1.5 hours to descend.
Magnificent views of Clew Bay and the surrounding south Mayo countryside are to be had from all stages of the ascent of the mountain. You can even say a prayer in the church built by my grandfather.
The mountain rises to a height of 2510 feet/765m above sea level. It is advisable to be prepared for all weather conditions.
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Croagh Patrick
Croagh Patrick, known as the Holly Mountain is a place of ancient history. It is five miles from the town of Westport. It take roughly 2 hours to climb to the summit and about 1.5 hours to descend.
Magnificent views of Clew Bay and the surrounding south Mayo countryside are to be had from all stages of the ascent of the mountain. You can even say a prayer in the church built by my grandfather.
The mountain rises to a height of 2510 feet/765m above sea level. It is advisable to be prepared for all weather conditions.
A great stop to visit if in Ballina to soak up some history of old Irleand.
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Jackie Clarke Collection
Pearse StreetA great stop to visit if in Ballina to soak up some history of old Irleand.
Lovely daytrip to trace your ancestors, explore the beautiful cottage gardens of old and have a cup of tea.
North Mayo Heritage Centre
Lovely daytrip to trace your ancestors, explore the beautiful cottage gardens of old and have a cup of tea.
A lovely trip which is about an 1.5 hours scenic drive from Pontoon. Kylemore was originally a exclusive boardschool run by the Benedictine Nuns. The grounds are amazing, beautiful walks, walled garden, guided tour of the school, chapel, chocolate, pottery, candle making on site, gift shop and large restaurant at the enterance. My favourtie spot is the nuns coffee shop and near the wall garden which have lovely homemade treats. My mums family were boarders at the school at the time.
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Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kylemore AbbeyA lovely trip which is about an 1.5 hours scenic drive from Pontoon. Kylemore was originally a exclusive boardschool run by the Benedictine Nuns. The grounds are amazing, beautiful walks, walled garden, guided tour of the school, chapel, chocolate, pottery, candle making on site, gift shop and large restaurant at the enterance. My favourtie spot is the nuns coffee shop and near the wall garden which have lovely homemade treats. My mums family were boarders at the school at the time.
Beautiful long sandy beach, that has enough room for everyone. Great for families and has surfing spots too. It is roughly, 30 mins drive from Pontoon and for a real treat book a seaweed bath with Killcullens Seaweed Bath House. Its a must and one of my favourite treats summer or winter.
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Enniscrone
Main StreetBeautiful long sandy beach, that has enough room for everyone. Great for families and has surfing spots too. It is roughly, 30 mins drive from Pontoon and for a real treat book a seaweed bath with Killcullens Seaweed Bath House. Its a must and one of my favourite treats summer or winter.
A real treat and experience. You will feel energised and refreshed with natures natural healing.
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Kilcullens Seaweed Baths
Cliff RoadA real treat and experience. You will feel energised and refreshed with natures natural healing.
The Michael Davitt Museum contains an extensive collection of historical artefacts including original documents, photos, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters, rosary beads and other items connected with Michael Davitt’s life and his campaign work within the National Land League. Davitt was a social reformer, Member of Parliament, author, GAA Patron, Patron of Glasgow Celtic FC, labour leader and international humanitarian. He is Mayo’s most famous son and Ireland’s greatest Patriot.
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Michael Davitt Museum
The Michael Davitt Museum contains an extensive collection of historical artefacts including original documents, photos, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters, rosary beads and other items connected with Michael Davitt’s life and his campaign work within the National Land League. Davitt was a social reformer, Member of Parliament, author, GAA Patron, Patron of Glasgow Celtic FC, labour leader and international humanitarian. He is Mayo’s most famous son and Ireland’s greatest Patriot.
Lots of fun for all. Cinema, bowling, lazer tag, games arcade and little persons place centre with ball pit and play centre.
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Mayo Leisure Point
Moneen RoadLots of fun for all. Cinema, bowling, lazer tag, games arcade and little persons place centre with ball pit and play centre.
Neighbourhoods
Foxford is the closest small rural village to Pontoon. It has two small supermarkets, Post Office, Library, Doctor, Pharmacy, Butchers, Fishmonger, Hairdresser, Catholic and Prodestant Churches, Pubs & Bars, ATM, Petrol Station, Garden Centre, Bric-a-brac shop, Library, Foxford Woollen Mills, Admiral Brown Centre and Walkway along the River Moy. Popular Fishing spot.
Foxford
Foxford is the closest small rural village to Pontoon. It has two small supermarkets, Post Office, Library, Doctor, Pharmacy, Butchers, Fishmonger, Hairdresser, Catholic and Prodestant Churches, Pubs & Bars, ATM, Petrol Station, Garden Centre, Bric-a-brac shop, Library, Foxford Woollen Mills, Admiral Brown Centre and Walkway along the River Moy. Popular Fishing spot.
City/town information
Castlebar is County Mayo's largest town. Home to many local business, larger supermakets, banks, great cafes, bars & restaurants and shopping. High street retailers such as TK Max, Pennys, Shaws, Next etc. along with many fine local boutiques, menswear, gift shops, bookshops, chocolate shops 25 metre indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, Lough Laugh walking loop and much more.
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Castlebar
Castlebar is County Mayo's largest town. Home to many local business, larger supermakets, banks, great cafes, bars & restaurants and shopping. High street retailers such as TK Max, Pennys, Shaws, Next etc. along with many fine local boutiques, menswear, gift shops, bookshops, chocolate shops 25 metre indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, Lough Laugh walking loop and much more.
Ballina is a short drive from Pontoon. It is home of the famous River Moy - Ridge Pool and Cathederal Beats and is world renowned for Salmon and Trout fly fishing.
There are a variety of pubs, restaurants and nightclubs in the town. Good variety of retails stores for shopping, banks etc. Among Ballina's key visitor attractions are the ruins of Moyne Abbey, and Rosserk Friary dating back to the 15th century and the impressive St Muredach's Cathedral stands imposingly on the banks of the River Moy.
Ballina is, of course, the home of the past President of Ireland, Mrs Mary Robinson, and the favourite fishing retreat of the Republic of Ireland's ex Soccer Manager, Jack Charlton.
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Ballina
Ballina is a short drive from Pontoon. It is home of the famous River Moy - Ridge Pool and Cathederal Beats and is world renowned for Salmon and Trout fly fishing.
There are a variety of pubs, restaurants and nightclubs in the town. Good variety of retails stores for shopping, banks etc. Among Ballina's key visitor attractions are the ruins of Moyne Abbey, and Rosserk Friary dating back to the 15th century and the impressive St Muredach's Cathedral stands imposingly on the banks of the River Moy.
Ballina is, of course, the home of the past President of Ireland, Mrs Mary Robinson, and the favourite fishing retreat of the Republic of Ireland's ex Soccer Manager, Jack Charlton.
Westport is County Mayo's premier tourist destination, visited by holiday makers from all over the world and Ireland. It is a charming pictureques town and has good coffee. It has fabulous restarant and cafes, great pubs, hotels, spa's, charming bookshops, elegant boutiques, retail and gift shops, blue flag beaches, Westport House and Croagh Patrick. Skate Park, walking & cycle route around the town and refurbished sea swimming spot at the Quay when the tide is in.
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Westport
Westport is County Mayo's premier tourist destination, visited by holiday makers from all over the world and Ireland. It is a charming pictureques town and has good coffee. It has fabulous restarant and cafes, great pubs, hotels, spa's, charming bookshops, elegant boutiques, retail and gift shops, blue flag beaches, Westport House and Croagh Patrick. Skate Park, walking & cycle route around the town and refurbished sea swimming spot at the Quay when the tide is in.
Food scene
Sage Restaurant
10 High StFabulous use of local produce. Great food and service.
The Lantern Chinese Restaurant & Take Away
Emmet StreetGreat for a takeaway or dine in with River Moy view
Small lovely restaurant in the heart of Castlebar. Great food and wine.
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Dining Room
Bridge StreetSmall lovely restaurant in the heart of Castlebar. Great food and wine.
Modern tapas style menu. Very fresh and tasty. Eat in or take away.
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House of plates
Upper Chapel StreetModern tapas style menu. Very fresh and tasty. Eat in or take away.
Great food and service. Fresh local produce, home baking and daily specials. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner on Fridayś. Great Coffee and childrens menu.
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Cafe Rua
2 New Antrim StGreat food and service. Fresh local produce, home baking and daily specials. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner on Fridayś. Great Coffee and childrens menu.
Fresh menu for all tastes. Family friendly. Tuck away in a courtyard setting near the River Moy and centre of town.
Luskin's Bistro
2 Dillon TerraceFresh menu for all tastes. Family friendly. Tuck away in a courtyard setting near the River Moy and centre of town.
Taste of Asian street food. Get to dine in or take away. Good value and free soft service ice cream at the end of the meal for the kids and big kids at heart.
Lana Castlebar Asian Street Food
Linenhall StreetTaste of Asian street food. Get to dine in or take away. Good value and free soft service ice cream at the end of the meal for the kids and big kids at heart.
An Port Mór Restaurant
Cian's on Bridge Street
1 Bridge StGreat ribs, salad and pizza. Dine in or take away.
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Westport Woodfire Pizza & Resturant
10C High StGreat ribs, salad and pizza. Dine in or take away.
Great coffee, fresh and local menu. Vegetarian options.
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This Must Be The Place
High StreetGreat coffee, fresh and local menu. Vegetarian options.
Nice spot for lunch, dinner or a drink. Great menu and daily specials. Real food childrens menu.
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Bar One Gastro Pub
2 Rush StreetNice spot for lunch, dinner or a drink. Great menu and daily specials. Real food childrens menu.
Good lunch and coffee menu. All dishes and take away items homemade and delicious. Well worth a visit.
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Foxford Woollen Mills
Providence RoadGood lunch and coffee menu. All dishes and take away items homemade and delicious. Well worth a visit.
Guirys Bar
Main StreetGreat Guinness, lovely atmosphere, meets the locals.
Tasty spot for lunch, dinner or a pint. Cosy bar at the front, dining at the back and outside overlooking the River Moy. The lightly spiced chicken wings are a favourite or ours.
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Crockets Quay Bistro
The Quay LaneTasty spot for lunch, dinner or a pint. Cosy bar at the front, dining at the back and outside overlooking the River Moy. The lightly spiced chicken wings are a favourite or ours.
Tipps für Reisende
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Ireland West Airport (Knock Airport) is our closest Airport
Direct flights from UK and Europe. We are roughly a 35 minute drive from the airport. Please note the airport charges a development fee on departure.
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Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport is Ireland´s international airport. Dublin is roughly three and half hour drive from Pontoon. Please check the airports website for Covid services and restrictions.
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Irish Rail - Iarnrod Eireann
Train service from Dublin Heuston to Westport operates daily. Our local station is Foxford. Rail users need to change at Manulla Junction to get the Foxford train. This is a simple transfer and users are well notified of the connection change.
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Bus Eireann
Bus Eireann runs a daily service from Dublin to Foxford the local town. A taxi is need to then take you to Pontoon.
Pontoon has a Bus Eireann stop out the front which you can bring you to Castlebar and Galway daily and return.