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Step Back in Time
Business Contact Details
Glencolmcille Folk Village, Glencolmcille, Co. Donegal.
T +353 (0) 74 9730017
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GPS 54.707168, -8.738368
Business Contact Margaret Cunningham
Experience Description
Step back in time on a visit to Glencolmcille Folk Village. In this isolated
settlement, you’ll explore several thatched cottages, getting a feel for what
life was like in Ireland spanning hundreds of years. Visit the fisherman’s
cottage, crammed full of fishing-related artefacts and stories. Hear the story
of Father James McDyer – who came to this isolated valley in 1951 and
helped to establish running water, electricity and industry. Sample the delights
at the Village’s tea room and craft shop, which has lots of traditional local
crafts such as weaving, knitting and spinning on show. Guided and self-guided
tours available. Self-guided materials available in French; German; Dutch;
Italian; Spanish; Polish.
Duration 1 hr 30 mins
Pricing
Adults €5.00; Senior €4.50; Students €4.50; Children over 7 years €2.50;
Free under 7 years; Family €13.00 (2 adults +2 children); Groups €4.50 (11+)
Min. 11 – max. 50. Advance booking required.
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Rates Yes
Tour Series Rates Yes
Group Booking/B2B Rates Contact As above
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Opening Details & Refreshments
Easter until 31 October: Monday-Saturday 1000-1800hrs; Sunday 1100-
1800hrs (July & August); Sunday 1200-1800hrs low season
October: Monday-Saturday 1100-1630hrs; Sunday 1200-1630hrs
Refreshments available on site.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Car and Coach parking available for all sizes of vehicles.
Public Transport
Bus Éireann –
Nearest Airport
Derry Airport – 2 hrs 10 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Killybegs – (30 mins)
Ardara – (40 mins)
Donegal Town – (1 hr)
Other Experiences Nearby
Slieve League Boat Trips – (17 mins)
Oideas Gael (3 mins)
Glenveagh, hauntingly beautiful…
Business Contact Details
Glenveagh National Park Castle & Gardens, Churchill, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
T +353 (0) 76 1002551
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GPS 55.016667, -8.05
Business Contact Tres Connaghan
Experience Description
Glenveagh National Park is a remote and hauntingly beautiful wilderness
of rugged mountains, pristine lakes, tumbling waterfalls and enchanted
native oak woodland in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains in the north
west of County Donegal. At the centre of the Park on the edge of Lough
Veagh is Glenveagh Castle. Guided tours of the Castle and Gardens (by prior
arrangement) are available. An audio visual tour on the history of the park and
castle is also available.
Literature available for the guided tour of the castle in French, German, Italian,
Dutch, Spanish.
Duration 2 hrs.
Pricing
Admission to the Park and Gardens is free.
Additional services including guided tours of castle and gardens are charged
for. Minimum 20 for group rate. Advance booking is essential
Tour Operator Rate Yes
FIT Rate Yes
Ad Hoc Group Rate Yes
Tour Series Yes
Group Booking/B2B Rates Contact As above
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Tel As above
Opening Details & Refreshments
The Park and Gardens are accessible all year round. Visitor Services facilities
open 0900-1730hrs from March to October and from 0830-1700hrs from
November to February. Tours are limited throughout the winter time. Visitors
are advised to contact the park in advance of visit. Restaurant & Tea Room
on site.
Parking, Access/Ability & Special Requirements
Car park and 12 coach bays. All areas of the park are accessible by wheelchair
users apart from the 2nd floor of the castle.
Public Transport
Bus Éireann –
Nearest Airport
Derry Airport – 1 hr 10 mins
Nearest Accommodation Hub
Letterkenny (30 mins)
Other Experiences Nearby
Fanad Lighthouse (45 mins)
Dunfanaghy Stables (40 mins)
McNutt Woollen Mill (40 mins)
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