Location: Clonmany
Top Things to do in Clonmany
Top 10 Things to do in Clonmany, Ireland
Clonmany (Irish: Cluain Maine) is a village in north-west Inishowen, in County Donegal, Ireland. The area has many local beauty spots, and the Ballyliffin area is famous for its golf course. The Urris area to the west of Clonmany village was the last outpost of the Irish language in Inishowen. In the 19th century, the area was a frequent location of poitín distillation.
Restaurants in Clonmany
1. Tullagh Bay Equestrian Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 127 reviews
Tullagh Bay Equestrain Equestrian Centre is located 4kms from the picturesque village of Clonmany, on the famous coastal route of the Wild Atlantic Way. We are the perfect choice for all your horse riding. We offer instruction in riding, pony camps, beach & road hacks suitable for all levels of rider. We are a family run centre offering a warm welcome and safe environment for everyone to enjoy.
Reviewed By TLSM21 - London, United Kingdom
The weather helped but had a fantastic beach ride. Excellent staff. Very safety conscious. Well worth the experience and very reasonably priced
2. Cycle Inishowen
Overall Ratings
5 based on 42 reviews
Cycle Inishowen - cycling holidays, bike hire and bespoke tours. Cycle Inishowen offer a range of holiday options depending on your length of stay – be it a long weekend or a full vacation. We have self-guided tour packages of three, five or seven nights’ duration – all of which include a visit to Ireland’s most northerly point, Malin Head. We operate from the start of April to the end of September. All of these itineraries include accommodation in local, independent hotels with evening meals and breakfast. We offer complimentary transfer from Derry/Londonderry before and after the holidays, daily luggage transfer and detailed itineraries for each day's cycling. Cycle Inishowen provide all customers with a size-matched bicycle from our own fleet, and all the safety and convenience accessories you may need. We do also offer a ‘Bring your own Bike’ price, and have great deals for kids.Bike hire is available on a daily or weekly basis, and we offer group discounts. Our hire price includes drop-off and collection anywhere within Inishowen, along with all the equipment such as helmet, lock and pump. We can also do guided tours, or organise self-guided tours, for individuals or groups.
Reviewed By Jennifer M - Belfast, United Kingdom
Had a great day out cycling around the Inishowen Coast. Only got wet once which didn't matter at all. Bikes were very good and the route was not too tough. Enjoyed the craic, the amazing views and the lovely lunch. Would definitely recommend this for a day out.
3. Swan Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By Maggie1304 - Ballyclare
We spent a lazy afternoon wandering around Sean Park and exploring everything it had to offer.
My imagination ran wild, I could hear the wings of the fairies as they skirted around us, I could feel the nature and positivity as I turned each and every corner.
A great place for adults and kids alike!
4. Fanad Head Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 225 reviews
Fanad Head Lighthouse, one of the worlds most beautiful Lighthouses is located within the Donegal Gaeltacht on the Fanad peninsula. Join us in a tour while taking in the spectacular scenery, and exploring the wonderful natural world around us! Learn about the role of the lighthouse and the lives of the light-keepers in our visitor centre or enjoy a unique getaway staying in one of the lighthouse keeper's houses!
Reviewed By Donna H - Mukilteo, Washington
My sister-in-law and I were looking forward to seeing this lighthouse for about six months, and we were not disappointed. I has to be one of the most beautiful Lighthouses in the world. It has a breathtaking view and its white color is fantastic against the blue of the sky and the water.
5. Lifford Old Courthouse
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
Experience life as a prisoner in a guided tour with a difference at Lifford Old Courthouse. Learn about law and disorder as you are charged, sentenced and fingerprinted and shown your new surroundings. You won't just be told about the cramped conditions, the painful punishments and the disgusting diet, you'll get to experience them for yourself. Fun informative and unlike anything you've seen before, this is a guided tour with a difference and perfect for all ages. Think you have what it takes to escape from a locked cell in just 60 minutes? Well there's only one way to find out and that's to take on JAILBREAK. Jailbreak is a live escape room that challenges you to break out of our cell before time runs out, using only the items you find in the cell itself. Working as a team you must put all the pieces of the puzzle together in order to escape or a deadly fate awaits you! If you're looking for something different, then this is the game for you. Younger prisoners can even try it for themselves with our exciting Junior Jailbreak room, suitable for age 8+.
Reviewed By collettebonnar - Donegal
OLD COURTHOUSE LIFFORD
An extremely enjoyable dining experience in historic surroundings.
I’ve dined in the Old Courthouse in Lifford on a few occasions and have never been disappointed. Recently, I enjoyed a very well-presented, delicious lunch with my husband. On entering this historic, but beautifully restored old building we were warmly greeted by Danielle and Davina. These two very pleasant girls, were extremely efficient and helpful. I asked if it was possible to have a small plate of food, as I’ve learned from previous experiences that the portions are very generous in the Old Courthouse. Danielle advised me that even a small portion is normally quite adequate. How right she was! My husband declared that it was the most divine plate of tagliatelle he’d ever tasted. I thoroughly enjoyed pan-fried chicken in a pesto cream sauce, served with seasonal vegetables and fluffy mashed potatoes. The menu is extremely good value for money. The excellent chef, Carmel, certainly knows how to execute and present a beautiful, mouth-watering lunch. The Old Courthouse caters for parties and hosts Murder Mystery Nights as well as conducted tours of the old gaol. If you are in Lifford which nestles on the Donegal/Tyrone border, a tour of the Lifford Gaol and lunch in the Old Courthouse would certainly make your trip to this border town a memorable one.
6. Mamore Gap
Overall Ratings
5 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By preglad - New York
I recall, in a lifetime involving a few unhurried Donegal visits, the road as an element of prime focus. This particular recent occasion, I'd been bumped by our rental agency to a better car than I'd ever previously engaged over a lifetime of fun sporty vehicles either owned or borrowed. That energizing turn enhanced this particular of our lengthy Irish coastal tours.
Armed with the ingredients of reliable asphalt, responsive gearshift, and compelling vista, we found ourselves as uplifted combo engaging delights previously concealed. One of the best of those became abundantly clear.
Mamore Gap's special and sometimes a wife's a tad less road engagement enthusiast than her husband .
7. Fort Dunree Military Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
Fort Dunree is situated 7 miles outside Buncrana on the Inishowen Peninsula, housing a Military Museum, Wildlife Discovery Room, Coffee Shop, stunning walks and majestic views of Lough Swilly it is a must for every visitor to Donegal
Reviewed By Newryoneisback - Newry, United Kingdom
This impressive fort was originally built as a Royal Navy position during the Napoleonic Wars. So it’s over 200 years old now and still standing.
It is located on windy roads about 8 miles or so from Buncrana on the Inishowen peninsula. There’s plenty of free parking and the natural views are really impressive.
We spent over an hour going around. On arrival at the reception to pay we were directed into a film that explained the history of the area and it was interesting to find that even after Irish independence and the creation of the state there was an agreement with Britain that its troops would continue to keep operational control of the fort as it was considered strategically significant.
Those days are now long gone. Today the fort is a military museum with fascinating Exhibitions, and many displays about the birds, marine life and coastal vegetation of the area. It has a gift shop, an auditorium and trail walks.
There’s also a nearby coffee shop that serves up savoury & sweet treats, it offers free WiFi and it’s a very pleasant way to relax after a visit to the fort.
8. Lily's Bar & Tea Room
Overall Ratings
5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By BRENDAN L - Belfast,NOTHERN Ireland
On a recent visit to malin we had drinks here every day.Its a lovely cosy bar with fantastic staff.There was music on in the bar Thursday and Saturday night but it starts a bit late for us.We cant wait to returning to malin in the near future.There is also a Cafe on site for tea and coffee and snacks
9. Inch Wildfowl Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By GlasgowSiobhan - Glasgow
We travelled around Inch Island - beaches/church etc and then came across the Wild Fowl Reserve. There is plenty of parking available and places to sit. Its got fantastic views all around and there are a number of well signed paths to walk. Although we only saw some swans, there are a number of migratory birds etc found there.
This place is well worth a visit.
10. Glenevin Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By Staycation57 - Coleraine, United Kingdom
We frequently walk this Waterfall Path from the Tea Room when we are in this area of Donegal. It is a haven of tranquility, with trickling streams and puzzled-looking sheep grazing the banks.
This week we found ourselves entering beneath a banner at the gate, portraying a jolly-looking lady in her later years, with the name Doris Russo on it.
We did not know the significance of this until we reached the fall and found a group gathered about to pay tribute to this dear lady who we later found out had died, following many years of service to the locality in promoting this beautiful natural feature as a tourist gem.
Apologies to them if we intruded on a private interlude, and our gratitude to Doris, who has given us so many hours of tranquil pleasure in this beautiful little park.
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