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Here you’ll find a series of blog posts related to North Mayo, covering things to do, places to see, sample itineraries and lots more!
The past eighteen months have been incredibly difficult from lockdowns to home schooling and working remotely we have all had…
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If like us you need a cup of coffee to start your day you’ll be happy to learn that we…
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As the sunny weather disappears for another year and the Autumn leaves start to fall, it’s still a great time…
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“Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints, keep nothing but memories.” We at Mayo North Tourism believe that tourism should be sustainable for…
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North Mayo is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise! Here are just twelve ways to enjoy the great outdoors in North Mayo. Enjoy! 1. Don…
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We know that sometimes the weather isn’t amazing in this part of the world. And while it’s all part of…
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We are absolutely spoiled for choice when it comes to great walks in North Mayo, and if you’re looking for…
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Ireland as an island is renowned for its splendid coastline and beautiful beaches, and none are more awesome and magnificent…
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As Covid-19 restrictions continue in Ireland, to help you plan your visit we’ve put together a handy list of options…
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Starting in Ballina and working your way throughout the region. here’s a list of ten great things to do in North…
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Are you looking to immerse yourself in Irish culture, history, and heritage in Mayo? North Mayo is a region known…
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Ireland is currently experiencing a heatwave. Yes, you read that correctly. We’ve put together a guide to enjoying the sun!…
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North Mayo is famous for its incredible landscapes and scenery, and there’s no better way to get away from it…
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Joyeuse fête nationale! As today is Bastille day, we thought we would share an interesting list of French-Irish history connections, including…
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In honour of Independence Day on July 4th, we have come up with a fun list of connections between Mayo…
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The Táin Bó Fliodhaise Cattle Raid (a réamhscéal, or prequel to the great Irish saga Táin Bó Cuailnge) is an…
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Guest Blogger Mammy Red Head gives us a run down of her family’s top three places to visit in North…
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1. Downpatrick Head, Ballycastle, Co. Mayo Wild Atlantic Waves at Downpatrick Head, Ballycastle, Co. Mayo Just a few miles north…
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North Mayo is an area blessed with many riches. From the the ancient history of our wild landscape, the many…
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Summer at Mount Falcon Estate, Ballina Welcome to Mount Falcon and their estate activities. Mount Falcon Estate have several country pursuits…
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If you’re planning your visit to North Mayo, and have a particular interest in our built history and heritage, you…
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If you’re into the outdoors, North Mayo is a paradise waiting to be explored. With miles and miles of mixed…
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Happy Mayo Day, May 1st from everyone in in Mayo North Tourism! The ever growing day of festivities celebrating all…
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Embark on a journey of discovery, to hidden places & secret worlds where enchantment awaits. We’ve compiled the Top 10 Mayo North Hidden Gems
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Mayo is blessed with the longest coastline on the Wild Atlantic Way, and with loads of great rivers, lakes and…
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Instagram is now the most popular photo-sharing app in the world! And it’s no wonder – this great platform allows…
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We’ve put a list of our Top Ten Travel Essentials for an Irish break together; so we can make your trip to the stunning North Mayo all it can be and more.
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Happy International Women’s Day! North Mayo has produced a number of significant women down the years
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We know it can be challenging to get the word out about your event or festival, so we’ve put together…
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Recently, we were contacted by Richard Lewis, who is writing a book, tentatively entitled ‘The Life and Times of the…
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The President of the United States Joe Biden has ancestral connections with Ballina, Co. Mayo
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We’re all about shopping local in North Mayo & helping local businesses. Given everything that’s happened this year businesses could really use your help.
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10 more places within an hour’s drive of Ballina. Base yourself in Ballina, County Mayo and explore what counties Mayo and Sligo have to offer.
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Winter doesn’t mean we have to be dull and gloomy, and these pictures taken by local photographer Bartek Rybacki should cheer…
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Now that we have entered Phase II of easing Covid-19 restrictions and exiting lockdown in Ireland here is a guide to ten places to visit within 20km of Ballina, Co. Mayo
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North Mayo is home to at least six historic abbeys, each with their own fascinating story. Four of these form the…
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Forget Route 66 – North Mayo has an untapped wealth of road trips to get stuck into. Read our guest blog post by Tom Butcher.
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There’s always lots happening in North Mayo, West Sligo and surrounds, be it festivals, sporting events, live performances and more.…
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The historic Leigue Cemetery located in Ballina and is one of the largest burial grounds in County Mayo, at 15…
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Mayo North Invites you to Meet our Members – Great National Hotel, Ballina At Mayo North we are excited to…
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“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” – Henry James, ‘The…
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Irish-American author, Richard O’Prey, has a fond family connection with the townland of Kilcummin on the north coast of Mayo,…
[...]Our friends at Mayo.ie have just produced another stunning video promoting the county. This time, it’s Mayo Gaelic footballers Aidan…
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Always wanted to look for fairies? Well now’s your chance… An enchanted land awaits you in the magical Belleek Forest, Ballina …
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Film-maker Alan Clarke knows how to make a good video, and fortunately for us, he’s made many great videos showing…
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Joe Biden was born in 1942 in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Scranton is actually twinned with Ballina, Co. Mayo. The US Vice…
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