New Manager appointed at Go Visit Inishowen
New Manager appointed at GoVisit Inishowen Press Release – February 2025 A new Manager, Niall McCaughan, has been appointed as manager at the GoVisit Inishowen tourism social enterprise. Niall is known to many both in Donegal and Derry, having transformed the Donegal Railway Museum into an Award Winning attraction, and previously managing The Playhouse in Derry. Niall stated: “I am delighted to be joining the team at GoVisit Inishowen. Living on the Derry/Donegal border I know the area well which has some of the
Tri-agency approach to review visitor experience elements, including signage and interpretative requirements, at An Grianán of Aileach
Over the past several months, Fáilte Ireland, Donegal County Council and the Office of Public Works (OPW) have been working collaboratively to form a sustainable management and visitor experience stakeholder group. This group aims to review elements of the visitor experience, including signage and interpretative requirements, at An Grianán of Aileach. Following a conservation management plan completed for the OPW, which provides a clear set of actions needed to maintain the site’s significance, a site visit was conducted last Thursday, 27th
Ultra-luxury liner cruises into Greencastle for start of the season
Over ten thousand passengers and crew are expected to visit the stunning North West of Ireland from now until September. The ultra-luxury Seabourn Ovation was anchored at Greencastle on May 14th after spending several months in the Caribbean. With a focus on visiting unique ports with must-see destinations and hidden gems, Seabourn Ovation was visiting as part of a 21-day sailing from Lisbon to Hamburg via Scandinavia. Cruise guests had the opportunity to explore Glenveagh National Park and the Inishowen Peninsula. Spirit of
Family Fun Activities in Inishowen
Welcome to our hub of family fun! In a world often bustling with responsibilities and deadlines, carving out quality time for the family becomes paramount. Whether it's a weekend adventure or a cozy evening at home, bonding over shared experiences strengthens the familial bond like nothing else. In this blog, we're here to inspire you with a treasure trove of engaging activities, from outdoor escapades to indoor endevours, all designed to spark laughter, create memories, and foster lasting connections among
The Northern Lights Inishowen
Northern Lights Inishowen The Inishowen Peninsula has been witness more and more often to the natural wonder we know as Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights. It was Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei who gave the phenomenon the name "aurora borealis" in 1619, after the Roman goddess of dawn, Aurora, and the Greek god of the north wind, Boreas. The earliest suspected record of the northern lights is in a 30,000-year-old cave painting in France. What are the Northern Lights? The Northern Lights are a
The History of Halloween
Oíche Shamhna shona daoibh Halloween, known as "Samhain" (pronouced sow-in, rhymes with how) in ancient Celtic traditions, has deep roots in Ireland. It marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. Celts believed that on the night of October 31st, the boundary between the living and the dead was blurred, allowing spirits to roam the earth. During Samhain, bonfires were lit to ward off malevolent spirits, and people would wear costumes made from animal heads and skins. They
Rainy Day in Inishowen
We all appreciate how beautiful the country is in the shining sun, but there are days when the weather is less than ideal. Don't let that put you off, Inishowen still has plenty to offer and you can save the beach walks and high climbs for another day! Greencastle Maritime Museum and Planetarium- Open 7 days a week, the museum boasts an impressive collection of artefacts and memorabilia that will leave you in awe. See Donegal's only planetarium and experience
Redcastle
Redcastle on the banks of the Foyle is a small village on the Eastern shores of Inishowen. With views overlooking Lough Foyle and Northern Ireland to the East and the hills of Inishowen to the West. Redcastle lies North of Muff and the city of Derry with the town of Moville and the village of Greencastle further to the North. Ancient maps show two prominent castles along the banks of Lough Foyle, one at Redcastle, which was then called Caire MacEwlyn,