The Rockhouse guidebook
Sightseeing
Great beaches and landmarks to visit
Maghery
Great beach for families and walkers
Dooey Beach
Huge beach with big dunes and plenty of space
Tour the house of artist Derek Hill House and the Glebe Gallery
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The Glebe Gallery
R251Tour the house of artist Derek Hill House and the Glebe Gallery
Dunlewey
Activity centre and panoramic views
Errigal Mountain
Popular for sightseeing and walking/climbing
Spectacular views - well worth a visit- easy access for anyone with mobility issues.
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Slieve League
Spectacular views - well worth a visit- easy access for anyone with mobility issues.
Boffin Ferry Donegal
Inish boffin is a delightful Island to visit after a short ferry ride.
Gola Island Ferry
Strand RoadGola Island is an absolute must visit, after a short ferry ride.
You can take the ferry with or without a car, hire bikes at the harbour and walk, cycle or drive around the Island.
Árainn Mhór
You can take the ferry with or without a car, hire bikes at the harbour and walk, cycle or drive around the Island.
Donegal Railway Heritage Centre
Great little Museum in Donegal Town
I-Donegal Castle
11 Castle StWorth a look around - astounding fireplace!!
Narin/Portnoo Beach
Beautiful and family friendly beach
Fort Dunree
LeophinGreat museum and surroundings to visit with old and young alike
Oakfield Park
Fun for all the family - large gardens and great tearooms
Ards Forest Park, Co. Donegal, i-Ireland
Lots of looped walks in a beautiful location
City/town information
Dungloe is the main shopping town of the Rosses .
The Annual Mary from Dungloe Arts Festival is held here in July
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Dungloe
Dungloe is the main shopping town of the Rosses .
The Annual Mary from Dungloe Arts Festival is held here in July
Neighbourhoods
Meenacross is a small townland with several houses and a Church and is approx. 6km from Dungloe
Meenacross
Meenacross is a small townland with several houses and a Church and is approx. 6km from Dungloe
The Food scene
The Lobster Pot
Excellent food - does not take bookings.
Caisleáin Óir Hotel
Atlantic WayGood food - booking recommended
The Thatch Bar & Restaurant
Main StreetGood food - booking advised
McCafferty's Dungloe
Lower Main StreetMusic and food at weekends - booking advised
On a visit to the south of the county and Slieve League, the Rusty is a must for a meal - great food and charming atmosphere.
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The Rusty Mackerel
Teelin RoadOn a visit to the south of the county and Slieve League, the Rusty is a must for a meal - great food and charming atmosphere.
Blueberry Tea Room and
Castle StreetGreat food , busy and popular with the locals
The Wheelhouse Cafe
Great food and friendly atmosphere
Time & Tide
Best cheese n Ham toasties, tea and coffee as well as gifts
Shopping
Great shop for traditional knits and gifts - very knowledgeable and friendly staff. well worth a visit.
Campbells Ardara
front streetGreat shop for traditional knits and gifts - very knowledgeable and friendly staff. well worth a visit.
Gardens
Really interesting gardens by the sea. Diverse selection of plants and some for sale.
Cluain na dTor Nursery & Gardens
R256Really interesting gardens by the sea. Diverse selection of plants and some for sale.
Salthill Gardens
Beautiful walled Garden