The Barn & Alder Self Catering Cottages
Local Attractions, Activities, Restaurants & Bars
Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland
 Pet Friendly Accommodation! |
We are 10 minutes drive from the town of Letterkenny it is a mecca for shopping and entertainment. Shopping centres include the following stores Marks and Spencers, Tesco, Dunnes Stores, Tempest, TK MAXX & Menarys to name but a few.
There are five major night clubs and numerous bars and restaurants that cater for a wide variety of tastes.
Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland
 Glenveagh Castle |
Glenveagh National Park Phone 07491 37090
www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie
Complimentry guided tour of Glenveagh Castle for all our guests.
We are 20 minutes drive from Glenveagh Castle, Gardens and National Park which is situated in the heart of North West Donegal and is one of six national parks in Ireland. Glenveagh is famous for its herd of red deer and many rare plants and animals. The Park contains the peaks of the two highest mountains in Donegal, Errigal and Slieve Snaght. There are a number of breathtaking walks you can do around the park. There is over 14,000 acres which consist of three areas Crocknafarragh to the south, the peatlands of Lough Barra bog, Meenachullion and Crockastoller.
 Slieve League |
Slieve League Phone 1800 927 313
www.myguideireland.com/slieve-league
We are 1 hour 20 minutes approx. drive from the Slieve League, known as the Grey Mountain cliffs, which lie on the west coast of Donegal. These cliffs have a three hundred metre drop, Slieve League is the highest mountain in Donegal south west and the 284th highest in Ireland. The approach to Slieve League is quite an experience before you even start to walk, the road twists and turns, with big unprotected drops down into the Atlantic below.
 Giants Causeway |
Giant's Causeway
We are 2 hours approx drive from the Giant's Causeway, which is Northern Ireland's most famous landmark. Formed between 50 and 60 million years ago, the 'causeway' takes its name from the legends of Finn MacCool. The north Antrim coastline in renowned for it scenic beauty and the Giant's Causeway is its unique jewel in the crown. In the past the causeway became widely known as the "eighth wonder of the world"
 Glebe House and Gallery |
The Glebe Gallery
Located at Churchill, Letterkenny, County Donegal, the Glebe House is a Regency house set in woodland gardens beside Lake Gartan. The Glebe is decorated with William Morris wallpapers and textiles and has Islamic and Japanese art. The Derek Hill permanent collection includes 300 works by leading 20th century artists, including Picasso and Kokosha, as well as Irish and Italian artists.
Colmcille Heritage Centre Phone +353 (0)74 9137306
www.letterkennyguide.com/gartan.asp
We are 10 minutes approx. drive from St Colmcille who founded the Irish monasteries at Glencolmcille and Kells, before founding his monastery on Iona in 563AD. Saint Colmcille or Columba is thought to have been born in Gartan, close to Lough Gartan in County Donegal in approximately 521AD.
Wilkins Bar , Churchill .
www.wilkinsbar.com
where a Donegal warm welcome awaits you.
Local Activities:
 Sea fishing off the shores of Donegal |
There is an abundance of activities locally for young and old alike, such as fishing (Salmon trout freshwater & sea fishing from shore angling or local Charters such as irishanglingcharters.ie), Country sports, golf, hill walking (walk and talk), horse riding, and traditional crafts (we can facilitate customised workshops for groups minimum 6 up maximum 16). Central to all are the local beaches for swimming, surfing and other water activities.
Leisure Centre Letterkenny Aura Phone 00353 (0)74 9106422
www.auraleisurecentres.ie
Aura Sport & Leisure Management Ltd is the largest leisure centre operator in Ireland with over a million visits per year. No matter your age or fitness level, the Aura centre has a range of activities from fun to health and Fitness. You don't have to be a member to avail of the facilities and services; you can simply pay as you go.
Letterkenny Cinema Phone 00353 (0)74 9125050
www.centurycinemas.ie
A fantastic 8 screen complex based in the heart of Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. Each screen enjoys full Dolby Digital EX surround sound and stadium seating for unobstructed viewing. They provide free on-site car park that is open day and night.
Letterkenny Theatre Phone 00353 (0)74 91 20777
www.angrianan.com
The theatre is open to the public all day and you can avail of the excellent café and bar, view art exhibitions or, of course, attend a show. An Grianán have produced plays by writers such as Brian Friel, John B Keane, Cathal O Searcaigh and Paul Boyd.
Arena 7 Phone +353(0)74 9128853
www.arena7.ie
Leisure Complex contains 10 Pin Bowling Lanes, Licensed Pub and Restaurant, six pool tables, children's go-kart centre, air hockey tables and a large selection of amusement machines, 10 plasma screens for viewing the latest sporting events, coffee dock and fast food take-away. You can book children's parties in Wayne's world, which consist of bowling and activities also food is provided.
Greyhound Stadium Phone 00353 (0)74 9141083
www.liffordgreyhounds.com
Lifford Stadium is situated on the Ballyduf Road, Lifford. This stadium is renowned for its excellent facilities and atmosphere attracting a large cross section of people. The modern and sophisticated racetrack features top class restaurants and bars and brings you an exciting programme of racing.
Local Restaurants:
Flavours Restaurant , Newmills 00353 ( 0) 74 9177942
The Silver Tassie phone 00353 (0) 74 9125619
The Brewery phone 00353 (0) 74 9127330
The Water's Edge Restaurant Phone 00353 (0) 74 9158182
Located in the village of Rathmullan. Often described as "simply stunning" you can gaze out on beautiful Lough Swilly and eat fantastic award winning food.
Castlegrove Country House Hotel Phone: 00353 (0) 74 91 51118
www.castlegrove.com
Castle Grove is one of the few private estates in the North West of Ireland. Pass through the gates and you realise you are in a different world, an oasis of privacy and tranquillity rarely found today. This castle overlooks Lough Swilly and has a fantastic restaurant.