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Places to eat near us
Places to eat near us
September 30, 2024

Places to eat near us

Amazing Places to Eat in locally With all there is to see and do in...
Activities in the area
Activities in the area
September 30, 2024

Activities in the area

Killary Sheep Farm  Killary sheep farm is home to more than 200 ewes and lambs...
Places to visit
Places to visit
September 30, 2024

Places to visit

 Doolough Valley This is north of Leenane on the R335 and rivals any beauty spot...
7 Hidden Gems in Connemara
7 Hidden Gems in Connemara
September 30, 2024

7 Hidden Gems in Connemara

The beautifully rugged region of Connemara in County Galway is a popular tourist spot and...
Where to Stay in Connemara
Where to Stay in Connemara
September 30, 2024

Where to Stay in Connemara

Leenane is a little over a half-hour’s drive south of Westport, at the head of...
Wool - The Sustainable Fashion Choice
Wool - The Sustainable Fashion Choice
September 30, 2024

Wool - The Sustainable Fashion Choice

At the Connemara Sheep & Wool Centre, we know the importance of sustainability and protecting...
A Quick Guide to Caring for your Wooly Jumper
A Quick Guide to Caring for your Wooly Jumper
September 30, 2024

A Quick Guide to Caring for your Wooly Jumper

Knitwear is an Autumn/Winter wardrobe staple. The temperatures begin to dip and we start to...
5 Family Activities in Connemara
5 Family Activities in Connemara
September 30, 2024

5 Family Activities in Connemara

As well as being home to some of the country’s finest walks and hiking paths,...
Top 5 Hiking Trails in Connemara
Top 5 Hiking Trails in Connemara
September 30, 2024

Top 5 Hiking Trails in Connemara

The cultural region of Connemara in the West of Ireland is known for being one...
Outdoor things to do with Kids in Leenane
Outdoor things to do with Kids in Leenane
September 30, 2024

Outdoor things to do with Kids in Leenane

The Shoreline - As a child growing up in Leenane  my siblings and I spent...
5 Activities for a Rainy Day in Connemara
5 Activities for a Rainy Day in Connemara
September 30, 2024

5 Activities for a Rainy Day in Connemara

We know that the weather in the West of Ireland is less than predictable, it...
Artisan Spotlight: Unveiling the Art of Padraig McCaul: A Journey Through Ireland’s Wild Beauty
Artisan Spotlight: Unveiling the Art of Padraig McCaul: A Journey Through Ireland’s Wild Beauty
September 27, 2024

Artisan Spotlight: Unveiling the Art of Padraig McCaul: A Journey Through Ireland’s Wild Beauty

At the Sheep and Wool Centre, we're proud to introduce the stunning artwork of Padraig...