The Area, Sporting & Leisure Pursuits

For the non-angler, there are a host of alternative pursuits to satisfy most appetites. We include a sample of what's on offer in the near vicinity of the Estate and link you where possible to sites offering more information in this regard.

Golf Courses:
The north west has a range of quality courses to pick from. The 18 hole Championship Course at Bundoran is merely 3 miles from the Estate and a round or two here is well worth looking into. Alternatively one may consider a round at Rosses' Point (Sligo), Enniscrone (Sligo) or Murvagh (Donegal) - all quality courses and just a sample of what's on offer in the area.

Equestrian:
Horse Riding is to be enjoyed on the wide-open beaches and country lanes in various locations throughout the immediate area. Homefield Equestrian Center at Bundoran offers personal and attentive tuition to people of all age groups and all walks of life with qualified instructors at ones' disposal. In nearby Sligo stables can be found at Markree Castle Riding Stables of Woodlands Equestrian Center.

Surfing:
A thriving sport in the Northwestern Region, the waves on beaches at Tullaghan and Easkey attract a large number of surfers to the area throughout the year. Surfworld, a specialist surfing store is situated in the Main Street in Bundoran. Further information can be obtained by visiting their website www.surfworldireland.com

Watersports:
Of the various other watersport AREA on offer Waterworld on the Promenade at Bundoran is worth particular mention here. It is an award winning Aqua Adventure park for children of all ages. Enjoy 2 leisure pools, a slide pool with 3 slides - a Scute schute, Traffic Light slide and Tornado Flume, plus the Whizzer Slide. Irelands' fastest slide extending to over 65m in length, and there's more. Sailing is available at nearby Mullaghmore in Co Sligo and quality blue flag beaches can also be found at Mullaghmore and Rosses point on the shores of neighbouring Sligo.

Driving/Cycling/Walking - points of interest:
With such an abundance of lovely scenery in the region there is a lot to explore in the area whether it be on foot by bike or by car. We could recommend a drive through the Leitrim Glens, a drive through Yeats' country taking in sights such as Ben Bulben - dramatic and imposing, or a seaside alternative such as the coastal route from Dromore West to Eniscrone. For Walkers/Cyclists one may consider the trail up Vartry Mountain on the Shores of Lough Melvin, a walk along the Sligo Way or a hike up the Ox Mountains.

Boat Tours:
Donegal Bay Waterbus is berthed at Donegal Harbour. The tour takes you around Donegal Bay taking in local points of interest and lasts for around 70 minutes or so. Further information can be had by E-mail from the Harbour Office, in Donegal Town.

Beauty & Relaxation:
Located at Waterworld, Aqua Mara provides one solution for those in need of a 'wind down' from lifes' various stresses. Take a bath in a Seaweed bath or lounge in the Physioacoustic Chair. Check out what's on offer here at Waterworld or E-mail Aqua Mara for further details.

Various:
The Donegal Adventure Center has a lot to offer both adult and child through various programmes it runs throughout the holiday period. For the Children there is the Residential summer camp for example in which the kids can be enrolled for a seven day period caters for the 10 - 17 year old age group and comes at a cost of around €400.00 per week. AREA range from mountain biking and canoeing to climbing and surfing. For Adults can among other things learn to surf ... more information can be found at www.donegal-holidays.com

Ceol agus Craic: (Music & Entertainment)
When it comes to Irish Hospitality, there are perhaps too many good places to eat out and savour the delights of the' Irish Pint' to list in any one website. Our advice would be to"get out there and experience these pleasures for oneself". Provision of music is a moveable feast but for those who happen to be in the area in early August each year, be advised of the Ballyshannon Folk and Traditional Music Festival - well worth investigating with much happening throughout the day, extensive street festivals and AREA for kids at the weekend. Sláinte

Crafts:
Donegal is by tradition renowned for its tweed and textile industry. Examples of the craft that has been passed down from craftsman to craftsman throughout generations of donegal handweavers can be found at Magees of Donegal. Situated in Donegal town it's not too far from Lareen and may well be worth a visit for those wishing to add a little bit of authentic Donegal Tweed to their wardrobe. In close proximity to Lareen is the home of Beleek fine porcelain ware. Situated just across the border with Northern Ireland it is perhaps no more than a 20 minute drive and a must for fans of Beleek. Also at your disposal are the showrooms of Donegal Parian China in nearby Ballyshannon. A range of Craft from Stone Masonry to traditional/Celtic Jewelry can be found in the Donegal Craft Village to be found in close proximity of nearby Donegal town.