Born in 1777 in Foxford, County Mayo, Admiral William Brown left an indelible mark on both Irish and Argentine history. As the founder of the Argentine Navy, his legacy is one of courage, resilience, and profound international influence
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Laying around 5km west of the Mullet peninsular, the Inishkea Islands are a spectacular place to visit. White sandy beaches,…
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Located on the Enniscoe Estate in the grounds of the beautiful Enniscoe House, between Crossmolina and Lahardane in Co. Mayo is the North Mayo Heritage Centre, dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of the region.
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Addergoole Titanic Memorial Park is located in Lahardane (or Lahardaun), one of North Co. Mayo’s most scenic villages. Known as “Ireland’s Titanic Village”, due to the huge loss of life that occurred from the village in the 1912 maritime catastrophe and the disaster is remembered in the Addergoole Titanic Memorial Park
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Set in tranquil and historic gardens just outside Castlebar, the National Museum of Ireland at Turlough Park offers an immersive journey into the Irish Folklife Collection. Open year-round with free admission, this captivating destination is a must-visit for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and families alike
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Explore the fascinating world of renewable energy while delving into the rich history of Mayo. The Oweninny Wind Farm Visitor Centre offers a unique, immersive experience for groups eager to learn about the science, technology, and engineering behind wind energy and power generation.
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SOLAS offers visitors, through interactive exhibitions and exciting installations, an enlightening journey through the rich tapestry of the Mullet Peninsula’s offshore island communities, the resilience of the Irish language, and the preservation of timeless music, traditions, storytelling, and myths
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Wild Nephin National Park, established in November 1998 it is Ireland’s sixth National Park and is located on the Western seaboard in North West Mayo.
The park comprises of 11,000 hectares (110 km²) of Atlantic blanket bog and mountainous terrain, covering a vast uninhabited and unspoilt wilderness dominated by the Nephin Beg mountain range
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Blacksod Lighthouse at the southern tip of the Mullet Peninsula in Co. Mayo has shone bright over Blacksod Point for over 150 years. Constructed in 1864 and built of of locally sourced granite blocks, its unusual square design makes it stand out. The lighthouse is famous for the role of its lighthouse keepers in World War II
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The Michael Davitt Museum is nestled in the picturesque and historic village of Straide, Co. Mayo, just off the N58…
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