Family things to do near Derrybeg, Co. Donegal

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Selkie Sailing

Open dates vary · Check official times Derrybeg · Donegal 7 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesSelkie Sailing offers a good range of options to progress towards the individuals sailing goals, sporting adventures or even sailing careers.

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Dunlewey Kayaking

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesDunlewey Kayaking in County Donegal offers diverse kayaking experiences suitable for all skill levels and ages.

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Magheroarty Beach

Donegal 19 min drive Check price
No specific child age guidance is stated Mostly outdoor Just turn up

Why it matchesPopular with surfers for its consistent waves, it’s also ideal for peaceful walks, birdwatching, and ferry trips to Tory Island.

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Ionad Cois Locha

Open dates vary · Check official times Letterkenny · Donegal 14 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesAt Ionad Cois Locha, Dunlewey, County Donegal, enjoy a short audio visual followed by a carding, spinning and weaving demonstration.

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Peripheral: A Community Arts Experiment

Tue 1 Apr 2025 – Tue 5 May 2026 · Check official times The Arcade · Donegal 21 min drive Check price
Suits older children and families 1-2 hours Indoor activity Booking available

Why it matchesParticipate in hands-on creative practice and community arts workshops at The Arcade in Dungloe.

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Unique Ascent

Open dates vary · Check official times Falcarragh · Donegal 22 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesholiday experiences for the more adventurous traveller with Unique Ascent.

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Gweedore Adventures

Open dates vary · Check official times Bunbeg · Donegal 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesGweedore Adventures aim to provide an enjoyable and interesting experience for their clients.

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Ireland Writing Retreat Donegal

Open dates vary · Check official times Gweedore · Donegal 7 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCrime writing, historical fiction, fantasy and travel writing - the annual 'Ireland Writing Retreat' that takes place amid the beautiful necklace of islands, mountains and lakes on the inspiring 'Wild Atlantic Way' in.

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Carrickfinn Watersports

Open dates vary · Check official times Carrickfinn · Donegal 24 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCarrickfinn Watersports in County Donegal, provide kayaking tours and surfing lessons to individuals and groups of all abilities.

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