Brackloon Wood, Westport

Oct 21, 2011 | Blog, Walking in the West of Ireland

Brackloon Wood, 7 km south of Westport, is a semi-natural remnant of Ireland’s once substantial mixed Atlantic Oak woodlands. The circular walk is about 4 km and will take you a little over an hour, or more if you have small children with you. Take a stroll...

Six Places to Walk in Mayo

Dec 9, 2009 | Ecotourism, Walking in the West of Ireland

Here is a selection of lovely places to go for a walk in County Mayo.  The walks vary from hillwalking to ca. 800 m, down to on-road and some are more suited to bringing children than others.  1. Sheefry Hills (SW Mayo) :  Straight south from Croagh Patrick and...