Neighbourhood

Whilst Emlaghmore Lodge enjoys a tranquil rural setting, guests need not feel totally isolated from the outside world. There are several good sized towns in the Connemara and Galway region, with numerous facilities and attractions, all within easy travelling distance of your accommodation.

Ballyconneely

Golf Club
Pub
Beaches
Restaurant
Coral Strand
Landing place of Alcock & Browne (1st Transatlantic Flight)
Ruins of Marconi Station (1st Transatlantic radio station)
Pony Trekking by the sea

Cleggan

Pubs
Ferry to Inishbofin Island
Pony trekking on the beach
Sea fishing

Clifden

Capital of Connemara
Shops
Pubs
Restaurants
Connemara Pony Show
Connemara National Park
Blue Water Fishing, Sharks & Tuna Fishing
Sailing
Kylemore Abbey and Gardens
Sea fishing, Sharks and Tuna
Pony Trekking and lessons
Scuba Diving

Galway

More shops
Galway Races
Airport
Pubs
Ferry and flights to Aran Islands
The historic City of the Tribes with some fascinating old buildings. The window where Mayor Lynch lynched his son and the remains of the walls of the original city founded by the Normans
The Church where Christopher Columbus prayed before sailing to America

Roundstone

Sea Fishing
Windsurfing
Sailing
Traditional Boats
Arts Festival
Restaurants
Pubs
Ballynahinch Castle, former home of Humanity Dick Martin, who founded the R.S.P.C.A. and later of Ranji, the famous Indian cricketer.
Traditional Boats Regatta
Summerfest, Tour de Bog and many other events