Erris: Three Days Heritage Package - Mayo.ie

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Discover the history and heritage of Ionad Deirbhile, and find out if your ... traditional craft while enjoying a cup of
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Erris: Three Days Heritage Package Day One

Day Three

Visit the Neolithic Céide Fields perched on the cliffs of North Mayo’s coastline, before checking into a luxury hotel in Belmullet! Enjoy a short heritage walk around the Gaeltacht town, followed by dinner in an awardwinning restaurant. No stay in Erris would be complete without listening to (or partaking in) a live traditional music seisiún in one of the local pubs!

After a walk along one of the stunning Atlantic beaches, drop into the Ballycroy National Park Visitor Centre to see the flora and fauna, while submerging yourself in the local myths and legends. Later, try your hand at a traditional craft while enjoying a cup of tea – and take home a piece of heritage!

Erris Facts & Folklore:

Day Two Discover the history and heritage of Ionad Deirbhile, and find out if your ancestors set sail for a new life in the USA or Canada, from Blacksod Bay. Have lunch beside a beacon of light - that being one of the four lighthouses of Erris! Finally, enjoy a guided tour with a local archaeologist, and learn a ‘cúpla focal’ along the way.

▶▶ The oldest rocks on mainland Ireland (1,753 million years old, to be exact) are at Annagh Head. ▶▶ St. Deirbhile’s Well is said to have curative properties for eye complaints. ▶▶ The 16th century Prophet of Erris foresaw many events correctly, including the Famine.

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▶▶ The Erris region has inspired many artists and writers, including J.M. Synge & T.H. White.

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