Erris Head Loop Walk (Lúb Ceann Iorrais)
Located just on our doorstep the Erris Head loop Walk is a 5km walk which begins at the car park, by following the marked pillars of the loop walk you will see spectacular views along the way, some of which include Illandavuck Island, Pigeon Rock and some sea arches.
Also along the trail you will come across a dated and dilapidated building which in previous times served as a Coast Watch Station. Nearby you will see a stone construction of the word EIRE (Gaelic for Ireland), signalling landfall for Pilots swooping in off the Atlantic during World War II.
Following on from there you will reach the skirts of Ooghwee inlet before reaching a concrete pillar which served as an information gathering structure for the meteorological Service.
Further information available Here
Located just on our doorstep the Erris Head loop Walk is a 5km walk which begins at the car park, by following the marked pillars of the loop walk you will see spectacular views along the way, some of which include Illandavuck Island, Pigeon Rock and some sea arches.
Also along the trail you will come across a dated and dilapidated building which in previous times served as a Coast Watch Station. Nearby you will see a stone construction of the word EIRE (Gaelic for Ireland), signalling landfall for Pilots swooping in off the Atlantic during World War II.
Following on from there you will reach the skirts of Ooghwee inlet before reaching a concrete pillar which served as an information gathering structure for the meteorological Service.
Further information available Here
Out and About in Erris
Visit the Deserted Islands of Iniskea North & South
The Inishkeas were home to a thriving fishing community until disaster struck on 28th October 1927. Ten fishermen were lost at sea on that fateful night and were subsequently buried at Fál Mór. There were two survivors. The islands were deserted shortly thereafter.
These islands have a wealth of historical and archaeological material. St. Colmcille founded a monastery on Inishkea North, in the Early Christian Period and a purple ink which was used to illuminate the manuscripts was exported from here to other monastic sites.
Rusheen, a tidal island to the east of Inishkea South was once the site of a whaling station, the remains of which are still evident today. This was set up by the Norwegians in 1907.
The Inishkeas are internationally important with respect to birdlife. Half of the Irish wintering population of Barnacle geese make the islands their home.
Trips to the Islands Can be arranged Here.
Golf
Carne Golf Links is just a 10 minute drive from Erris Head House B&B. 27 Holes of Links at its best along the Wild Atlantic Way. Carne in North Mayo on the West Coast of Ireland lies in magnificent unspoiled sand dunes overlooking Blacksod Bay and the wild Atlantic Ocean near the town of Belmullet. Discover Erris in North Mayo an area that is famed the world over for its golf course and white sandy atlantic beaches that stretch for miles, its bountiful wildlife and warm welcome. Carne Golf Links was the last links course to be designed by the late Eddie Hackett and it is now believed by many who have played it to be his greatest challenge.
An aditional 9 holes (The Kilmore 9) opened in 2013. Designed by Jim Engh Design and McIntosh Golf Design.
For more information see http://www.carnegolflinks.com
Carne Golf Links is just a 10 minute drive from Erris Head House B&B. 27 Holes of Links at its best along the Wild Atlantic Way. Carne in North Mayo on the West Coast of Ireland lies in magnificent unspoiled sand dunes overlooking Blacksod Bay and the wild Atlantic Ocean near the town of Belmullet. Discover Erris in North Mayo an area that is famed the world over for its golf course and white sandy atlantic beaches that stretch for miles, its bountiful wildlife and warm welcome. Carne Golf Links was the last links course to be designed by the late Eddie Hackett and it is now believed by many who have played it to be his greatest challenge.
An aditional 9 holes (The Kilmore 9) opened in 2013. Designed by Jim Engh Design and McIntosh Golf Design.
For more information see http://www.carnegolflinks.com
The Wild Atlantic Way
The Wild Atlantic Way is Ireland's first long-distance driving route, stretching along the Atlantic coast from Inishowen Peninsula in Donegal to Kinsale in West Cork. The coastal route runs for am impressive 2500km from start to finish with a massive 35 major points of interest along the way, 8 of which are within easy distance of Erris Head House B&B. It's not all about the driving though - it's about providing linkages to all there is to see and do on the beautiful West Coast. Cycling, walking, adventure, heritage & culture, scenery, food and of course the people you meet along the way. Wherever you go along the Wild Atlantic Way, you will encounter moments of magic, moments to treasure and experiences that you will want to return to again and again. There are 15 iconic points on the whole of the Wild Atlantic Way, two of which are in Mayo: Down Patrick Head, Ballycastle and Keem Beach, Achill. To plan your Wild Atlantic Way route visit: https://www.wildatlanticway.com
The Wild Atlantic Way is Ireland's first long-distance driving route, stretching along the Atlantic coast from Inishowen Peninsula in Donegal to Kinsale in West Cork. The coastal route runs for am impressive 2500km from start to finish with a massive 35 major points of interest along the way, 8 of which are within easy distance of Erris Head House B&B. It's not all about the driving though - it's about providing linkages to all there is to see and do on the beautiful West Coast. Cycling, walking, adventure, heritage & culture, scenery, food and of course the people you meet along the way. Wherever you go along the Wild Atlantic Way, you will encounter moments of magic, moments to treasure and experiences that you will want to return to again and again. There are 15 iconic points on the whole of the Wild Atlantic Way, two of which are in Mayo: Down Patrick Head, Ballycastle and Keem Beach, Achill. To plan your Wild Atlantic Way route visit: https://www.wildatlanticway.com
Water Sports
Wavesweeper Sea Adventures - offer a host of different experiences and cater for families and groups of all sizes and ages. Belmullet boasts 12 discovery points on the “Wild Atlantic Way” and they offer clients access to all of these points from the land and the sea. Activities include Island tours, sightseeing tours and thrill rides. Go Snorkelling in any of the secluded bays for an exciting adventure in a whole new world. Go Sea kayaking and experience Erris from a new perspective, learn a new skill and enjoy a great day on the water. “ Not for the faint hearted”, Coasteering around the rugged Erris coastline offers thrill seekers a new high. This image was taken at the base of the Erris Head Loop Walk.
For more information click Here
Uisce - At Elly Bay, watersports are the activity of the day as students from around the country come to Coláiste UISCE an Irish based College and participate in adventure sports through Gaeilge and this helps to give a positive perspective of the Irish language and is a fun way of learning the language. Of course you don’t have to be fluent in the Irish Language to take part in the watersports. Splash days are a one day sports adventure for children from 10 – 16 years and a 2 hour session is available for adults 17years +. For more details visit their website www.uisce.ie
Wavesweeper Sea Adventures - offer a host of different experiences and cater for families and groups of all sizes and ages. Belmullet boasts 12 discovery points on the “Wild Atlantic Way” and they offer clients access to all of these points from the land and the sea. Activities include Island tours, sightseeing tours and thrill rides. Go Snorkelling in any of the secluded bays for an exciting adventure in a whole new world. Go Sea kayaking and experience Erris from a new perspective, learn a new skill and enjoy a great day on the water. “ Not for the faint hearted”, Coasteering around the rugged Erris coastline offers thrill seekers a new high. This image was taken at the base of the Erris Head Loop Walk.
For more information click Here
Uisce - At Elly Bay, watersports are the activity of the day as students from around the country come to Coláiste UISCE an Irish based College and participate in adventure sports through Gaeilge and this helps to give a positive perspective of the Irish language and is a fun way of learning the language. Of course you don’t have to be fluent in the Irish Language to take part in the watersports. Splash days are a one day sports adventure for children from 10 – 16 years and a 2 hour session is available for adults 17years +. For more details visit their website www.uisce.ie
