Explore New Quay on the Wild Atlantic Way
My local swimming spot all year round
Located 3 mins walk from the cottage, safe to swim all year round. Bring a picnic to relax and enjoy a beautiful location.
Flaggy Shore
Located 3 mins walk from the cottage, safe to swim all year round. Bring a picnic to relax and enjoy a beautiful location.
Food scene
Locally made fresh ice-cream,located at the end of Flaggy Shore, open from Easter, serves coffee and cakes also.
8 locals recommend
Linalla Irish Ice Cream
Locally made fresh ice-cream,located at the end of Flaggy Shore, open from Easter, serves coffee and cakes also.
Located opposite the cottage, The Russell Gallery features local artists, books, great coffee, wine & nibbles.
The Russell Gallery
Located opposite the cottage, The Russell Gallery features local artists, books, great coffee, wine & nibbles.
Irish craft chocolate makers using simple sustainable and ethically sourced ingredients. Ireland’s only bean to bar chocolate factory, based along the Wild Atlantic Way.
36 locals recommend
Hazel Mountain Chocolates
Irish craft chocolate makers using simple sustainable and ethically sourced ingredients. Ireland’s only bean to bar chocolate factory, based along the Wild Atlantic Way.
With stunning vistas of Galway Bay, Monks Seafood Restaurant, Bar is ideally situated in the picture-perfect village of Ballyvaughan on the west coast of Ireland. Full of historical richness, archaeological treasures, friendly locals, plenty of delicious food and drink options, Ballyvaughan is truly a unique and beautiful place!
35 locals recommend
Monks Ballyvaughan
With stunning vistas of Galway Bay, Monks Seafood Restaurant, Bar is ideally situated in the picture-perfect village of Ballyvaughan on the west coast of Ireland. Full of historical richness, archaeological treasures, friendly locals, plenty of delicious food and drink options, Ballyvaughan is truly a unique and beautiful place!
We source seafood locally and have a wide selection of Irish Craft Beers.
Linnane’s Bar was built over 300 years ago as a traditional thatched cottage with a small pub and post office. In the 1990’s Linnane’s Bar was extended, opening up the back to the wonderful views of the bay. If you are in the Burren region and want to relax, have some great seafood or a drink, Linnane’s is just the place for you.
79 locals recommend
Linnane's Lobster Bar
We source seafood locally and have a wide selection of Irish Craft Beers.
Linnane’s Bar was built over 300 years ago as a traditional thatched cottage with a small pub and post office. In the 1990’s Linnane’s Bar was extended, opening up the back to the wonderful views of the bay. If you are in the Burren region and want to relax, have some great seafood or a drink, Linnane’s is just the place for you.
New Quay
Èisc food truck- www.eisc.ie
Local Produce
The Burren Perfumery is a small, west of Ireland-based company making cosmetics and perfumes inspired by the landscape around us. Everything is made on site, by hand, in small batches. Purchase luxurious creams, soaps, candles & perfumes inspired by the Burren.
119 locals recommend
Burren Perfumery
The Burren Perfumery is a small, west of Ireland-based company making cosmetics and perfumes inspired by the landscape around us. Everything is made on site, by hand, in small batches. Purchase luxurious creams, soaps, candles & perfumes inspired by the Burren.
Sightseeing
Visually spectacular, the Cliffs of Moher sit astride the striking landscape of the Burren on one side and the Wild Atlantic Ocean on the other. Rising out of the Atlantic waters to a height of over 700ft at O’Brien’s Tower and running along the coast of Clare for almost 14 kilometres, or 8 miles, the Cliffs of Moher were formed over 320 million years ago, and today form part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.
556 locals recommend
Cliffs of Moher
Visually spectacular, the Cliffs of Moher sit astride the striking landscape of the Burren on one side and the Wild Atlantic Ocean on the other. Rising out of the Atlantic waters to a height of over 700ft at O’Brien’s Tower and running along the coast of Clare for almost 14 kilometres, or 8 miles, the Cliffs of Moher were formed over 320 million years ago, and today form part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.
www.burrennationalpark.ie
The Burren National Park is located in the southeastern corner of the Burren and is approximately 1500 hectares in size. The Park land was bought by the Government for nature conservation and public access. It contains examples of all the major habitats within the Burren: Limestone Pavement, Calcareous Grassland, Hazel scrub, Ash/Hazel Woodland, Turloughs, Lakes, Petrifying Springs, Cliffs and Fen.
The word “Burren” comes from an Irish word “Boíreann” meaning a rocky place. This is an extremely appropriate name when you consider the lack of soil cover and the extent of exposed Limestone Pavement. However it has been referred to in the past as “Fertile rock” due to the mixture of nutrient rich herb and floral species.
In 1651 a Cromwellian Army Officer named Ludlow remarked, “of this barony it is said that it is a country where there is not water enough to drown a man, wood enough to hang one, nor earth enough to bury them. This last is so scarce that the inhabitants steal it from one another and yet their cattle are very fat. The grass grows in tufts of earth of two or three foot square which lies between the limestone rocks and is very sweet and nourishing.”
Glorious walks, beautiful views, our favourite Lough Avalla Farm Loop say hello to Harry and make sure you call for tea
167 locals recommend
The Burren National Park
2 Church Streetwww.burrennationalpark.ie
The Burren National Park is located in the southeastern corner of the Burren and is approximately 1500 hectares in size. The Park land was bought by the Government for nature conservation and public access. It contains examples of all the major habitats within the Burren: Limestone Pavement, Calcareous Grassland, Hazel scrub, Ash/Hazel Woodland, Turloughs, Lakes, Petrifying Springs, Cliffs and Fen.
The word “Burren” comes from an Irish word “Boíreann” meaning a rocky place. This is an extremely appropriate name when you consider the lack of soil cover and the extent of exposed Limestone Pavement. However it has been referred to in the past as “Fertile rock” due to the mixture of nutrient rich herb and floral species.
In 1651 a Cromwellian Army Officer named Ludlow remarked, “of this barony it is said that it is a country where there is not water enough to drown a man, wood enough to hang one, nor earth enough to bury them. This last is so scarce that the inhabitants steal it from one another and yet their cattle are very fat. The grass grows in tufts of earth of two or three foot square which lies between the limestone rocks and is very sweet and nourishing.”
Glorious walks, beautiful views, our favourite Lough Avalla Farm Loop say hello to Harry and make sure you call for tea
City/town information
https://www.galwaytourism.ie/
Vibrant historical city, loads to do and see culturally and historically with great bars, restaurants.
73 locals recommend
Galway
https://www.galwaytourism.ie/
Vibrant historical city, loads to do and see culturally and historically with great bars, restaurants.
https://ennis.ie/
What makes Ennis great? There are many answers to this question but number one has to be: our people. We are friendly (seriously – we’ve won national awards for our friendliness), we are welcoming, we’re never short of a story or time for a chat and we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Mind you, life on an urban island only three metres (10ft) above sea level does tend to keep you grounded!
71 locals recommend
Ennis
https://ennis.ie/
What makes Ennis great? There are many answers to this question but number one has to be: our people. We are friendly (seriously – we’ve won national awards for our friendliness), we are welcoming, we’re never short of a story or time for a chat and we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Mind you, life on an urban island only three metres (10ft) above sea level does tend to keep you grounded!
Kinvara – “The Head of the Sea”, and gateway to the Burren in County Clare, is County Galway’s only prominent sea village on the southern shores of Galway Bay. Situated at the head of Kinvara Bay, it once was a thriving port to which the necessities of life, such as turf fuel, were brought by Glaway Hooker boats, the traditional Connemara sailing craft in the 19th century. This trade is recalled each Summer in Cruinniu na mBad, as sea festival organised by the village, which sees the old boats compete in a host of exciting races and events. Kinvara has been described as a small fishing village with a big drinking problem, meaning Kinvara people like to have fun and drink.
85 locals recommend
Kinvarra
Kinvara – “The Head of the Sea”, and gateway to the Burren in County Clare, is County Galway’s only prominent sea village on the southern shores of Galway Bay. Situated at the head of Kinvara Bay, it once was a thriving port to which the necessities of life, such as turf fuel, were brought by Glaway Hooker boats, the traditional Connemara sailing craft in the 19th century. This trade is recalled each Summer in Cruinniu na mBad, as sea festival organised by the village, which sees the old boats compete in a host of exciting races and events. Kinvara has been described as a small fishing village with a big drinking problem, meaning Kinvara people like to have fun and drink.
Lovely village surrounded by the beautiful Burren mountains with an array of bars & restaurants. Don't forget to visit the famous Tea rooms on the pier for mouthwatering cakes and sandwiches.
35 locals recommend
Ballyvaughan
Lovely village surrounded by the beautiful Burren mountains with an array of bars & restaurants. Don't forget to visit the famous Tea rooms on the pier for mouthwatering cakes and sandwiches.