The area is of great historical significance. Following the Synod of Whitby in 664 St. Coleman bishop of Lindesfarne (Holy Island) founded a monastery in Mayo Abbey for his Saxon followers. It became one of the most important monastic sites in Western Europe and its reputation for learning so increased that scholars flocked to it from all parts of Europe. The ruins of the monastic wall or vallum are still in evidence. In later times Mayo became the seat of the ancient Diocese of Mayo and the settlement gave its name to County Mayo in the 16th century. Mayo Abbey is located 10 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 20 minutes from Knock Shrine and 25 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.mayoabbey.ie
Situated just outside nearly Castlebar is home of the national folklife collection branch of the National Museum of Ireland. Here you can experience the story of the Irish country life between 1850 and 1950. The National Museum of Country Life is set in modern exhibition galleries in the spectacular grounds of Turlough Park House and surrounded by magnificent gardens and lake. The National Museum of Country Life is located 25 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 35 minutes from Knock Shrine and 40 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.museum.ie
Is the site of the apparition of our lady 21st august 1879. Knock Folk Museum situated in the village of Knock and documents the apparition and the development of the shrine since 1879. Knock Shrine is located just 15 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation and 10 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.knock-shrine.ie
Situated in Killasser, Swinford this centre shows how a family have lived on 10 acres of poor land for 200 hundred years. Hennigans Heritage Centre is located 25 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 20 minutes from Knock Shrine and 15 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.hennigansheritage.com
Founded in 1216 Ballintubber Abbey is an important sacred Irish historical site which will celeberate its 800 year anniversary in 2016. Ballintubber Abbey is located 15 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 25 minutes from Knock Shrine and just 30 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.ballintubberabbey.ie
Located in Straide, County Mayo this museum features collection of documents, photos Land Acts, letters postcards, posters and other items connected with Davitt's Life and the Land League. Michael Davitt Museum is located 25 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 25 minutes from Knock Shrine and just 30 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.museumsofmayo.com/davitt
Each year, this mountain near the town of Westport in County Mayo welcomes as many as one million pilgrims and visitors who make the trek to the top to pray at the stations of the cross, participate in Mass, do penance (in which case the rocky journey is undertaken barefoot) or just enjoy the spectacular views. Croagh Patrick is located 40 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 50 minutes from Knock Shrine and 60 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.sacred-destinations.com
These Mills founded in Foxford, County Mayo allow visitors to experience life in Foxford since the middle of the 19th century. Cong and the Quiet Man Cottage Museum: In 1951 John Ford's greatest movie "The Quiet Man" starring John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara and Barry Fitzgerald was made. It was set in the beautiful west of Ireland with filming being centred in the village of Cong on the Mayo-Galway border. The museum includes an audio/ visual presentation. Foxford Woollen Mills is located 30 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 30 minutes from Knock Shrine and 30 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.museumsofmayo.com/quietman
The Ceide Fields in North Mayo will certainly give you a unique experience. For this is not just another archaeological monument or visitor centre. Here you can indulge yourself in a vast prehistoric landscape, a natural wild ecology of blanket bog, dramatic cliffs and coastline, and a much acclaimed building, which has received Ireland's most prestigious architectural award. The Ceide Fields are located 75 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 75 minutes from Knock Shrine and 75 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.museumsofmayo.com/ceide
The parish of Achill includes Achill Island and parts of the Currane Peninsula in County Mayo on the west coast of Ireland. This area is steeped in history and, despite its remote location, has produced or attracted a rich array of famous people and fascinating characters. Achill Island is located 80 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 90 minutes from Knock Shrine and 90 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.achilltourism.com
Unique and charming, the heritage town of Westport is a captivating blend of traditional and modern. From the cosiest corner of an antique pub to state-of-the-art conference facilities; from the heart-stirring beat of traditional music to the cosmopolitan approach, contrast and paradox are just part of its charm. Westport is located 40 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 50 minutes from Knock Shrine and 60 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.westporttourism.com
This long distance cycle route takes you from Westport town to Achill Island and visits the picturesque villages of Newport and Mulranny passing some of the West of Ireland’s most dramatic mountains and offers magnificent views of Clew Bay and its many islands. Westport is located 40 minutes from our B&B and hostel accommodation, 50 minutes from Knock Shrine and 60 minutes from Knock Airport (Ireland West Airport).
www.greenway.ie
Claremorris 10km: Heated Indoor Swimming Pool and Sauna, Equisterian Centre and 18 Hole Golf Course
Castlebar 18km: Bowling and 7 Screen Cinema
My Ireland Tour Website
www.myirelandtour.com/
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