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Knock
Ireland West Knock Airport is ideally located for travelling along one of Ireland’s most stunning and unspoilt areas – the west coast. Within hours of landing you’ll be asking yourself how such visceral beauty is so close at hand. From the foothills of Ben Bulbin in north county Sligo, all along the coast to the homely city that is Galway, you will marvel at the natural beauty and ambience of the west. And you’ll depart thankful that you have discovered such a hidden paradise.
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Gem
Best hidden gem:
Clare Island
Located at the mouth of Clew Bay, Clare Island’s tranquillity and raw beauty has amazed visitors for years. Made famous by the “Pirate Queen” Grace O’Malley and captured in song by The Saw Doctors, with only 130 permanent residents the island is the epitome of “unspoiled”. An overnight stay is recommended.
Where: Clare Island, 6.4km off the Mayo coast at Louisburgh, 82km south-west of Knock.
Website: www.clareisland.info
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Sport
Best adventure sports:
Achill Island, Mayo
From its rolling hills sweeping down to its sandy shores, Ireland’s largest offshore island is an adventure lover’s paradise. Hill-walking, rock-climbing, surfing, scuba diving and kayaking are just some of the many activities on offer, with a stunning panorama thrown in.
Where: Achill Island, 96.5km west of Knock.
Website: www.achilltourism.com
Best golf course:
Carne Golf Course, Belmullet, Mayo
You may have to traipse across some long and winding roads to get there, but if you’re a golf lover you won’t be disappointed with Carne, a natural links course.
“Carne is, quite simply, the most stunning ‘discovery’ I have made in golf,” enthused the esteemed Irish Times golf writer, Dermot Gilleece. Prepare to be similarly amazed.
Where:Carne Golf Course, Carne, Belmullet, Mayo, 109km north-west of Knock, Tel: +353 (0)97 82292.
Website: www.carnegolflinks.com
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Walking
Best scenic walk:
Croagh Patrick climb, Westport, Mayo
Follow in the footsteps of St Patrick, who spent 40 days and 40 nights on the mountaintop named in his honour. It’s not just a religious pilgrimage, as the views from the top of the “Reek”, as the mountain is known locally, are spectacular. Some brave souls choose to climb the rocky mountain in their bare feet, to literally follow in the footsteps of St Patrick who made the trek sans appropriate footwear. But you needn't worry, it’s not mandatory!
Where: Croagh Patrick, 9.6km west of Westport, Co Mayo, 70km south-west of Knock.
Website: www.westporttourism.com
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Music
Best live music:
Matt Molloy's, Westport, Co Mayo
Molloy’s pub is known far and wide as a magnet for lovers of Irish traditional music. Publican Matt is a member of legendary Irish traditional band The Chieftains and will give you a warm welcome. Impromptu music sessions take place virtually every night.
Where: Matt Molloy's, Bridge Street, Westport, Co Mayo, 61km south-west of Knock.
Website: www.mattmolloy.com/.com/pub_about
Ireland West Airport Knock - (NOC)
www.irelandwestairport.com
Location
4 miles from Charlestown in County Mayo.
Public transport
Taxis are available outside the terminal building. A public bus
service departs regularly to Charlestown. For more information on
this service tel: 0035 309671800. www.buseireann.ie
Check-in
Check-in opens 2 hours prior to flight
departure time. Check-in on international flights to and from and
over mainland Europe will close promptly 40 minutes before the
scheduled departure time. For flights within the UK, Republic of
Ireland and Jersey check-in close promptly 30 minutes before the
scheduled departure time.
Please note: A Development Fee of €10 is charged to all departing passengers from Ireland West Airport Knock aged 12 years and over. This is a service charge which the Airport charges for the use of its facilities and as a contribution toward infrastructure developments, including passenger and airline services, ongoing maintenance and operation of this airport. The services include terminal facilities, safety and security, airline services such as air traffic control, navigational aids, runway systems, aircraft parking, and fire services.
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