Donegal Information: Lettermacaward

Fintown Railway :: An Mhuc Dhubh

The Fintown Railway, Co Donegal

The Fintown Railway is the only operational railway in Co. Donegal. Set amidst spectacular highland scenery overlooking Lough Finn, the railway (3 m/5km) is a restored section of the former County Donegal Railway. This setting prompted the famous international playwright … Continue reading

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Mary From Dungloe International Festival

Mary From Dungloe International Festival

The Mary From Dungloe International Festival is a popular Irish music festival held annually in Dungloe, the capital of the Rosses region in County Donegal.  This 10 day festival usually takes place at the end of July. The festival has … Continue reading

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Glenties Harvest Fair Festival

Glenties Harvest Fair Festival

The Glenties Harvest Fair Festival is one of the highlights of the Donegal calendar every year and is normally held over a long weekend in early September. This traditional Irish event has been held for more than two hundred years … Continue reading

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Lettermacaward Self Catering

Lettermacaward - County Donegal

This lovely village is situated along the wonderful touring route around the broad sweep of Gweebarra Bay. Lettermacaward or “Leitir” as known locally, is the gateway to the Rosses from the South. The “hills of Donegal” roll down to the … Continue reading

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