Mt Slievemore

County Mayo


Mt Slievemore (671m) can be climbed from behind deserted Slievemore Village for terrific views of Blacksod Bay.


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1. Slievemore Deserted Village

1.15 MILES

The bleak remains of more than 80 houses in this deserted village at the foot of Mt Slievemore are slowly being reduced to rock piles, a poignant reminder…

3. Silver Strand

1.46 MILES

Dugort's Silver Strand beach is a prime example of the island's many fine coves.

4. Trawmore Beach

2.6 MILES

Running 3km southeast from Keel, beautiful, Blue Flag, golden-sand Trawmore is among Achill's most photographed beaches. Be aware that there are dangerous…

5. Golden Strand

2.85 MILES

As the name implies – a ribbon of golden heaven; in the north of Achill Island near Dugort.

6. Dooega Beach

3.7 MILES

A sheltered Blue Flag beach that's easily accessible from the road.

7. Don Allum Monument

3.77 MILES

In the village of Dooagh's main car park sits a slender, inscribed stone noting the epic achievement of Don Allum, the first person to row across the…

8. Achill Sea Salt

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At the O’Malley's factory, tours reveal just how the family magics Achill's mineral-rich waters into flavoursome flakes of crunchy salt. After seeing…

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