Family things to do near Gortahork, Co. Donegal

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Magheroarty Beach

Donegal 10 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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Jaws Watersports

Open dates vary · Check official times Dunfanaghy · Donegal 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesDunfanaghy in North West Donegal can be described as a place made for holidays.

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Unique Ascent

Open dates vary · Check official times Falcarragh · Donegal 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesholiday experiences for the more adventurous traveller with Unique Ascent.

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Dunlewey Kayaking

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 13 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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Ionad Cois Locha

Open dates vary · Check official times Letterkenny · Donegal 12 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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Marble Hill Beach

Donegal 24 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesMarble Hill Beach is located in north County Donegal in between two headlands at Sheephaven Bay.

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Narosa Surf School

Open dates vary · Check official times Dunfanaghy · Donegal 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThe school approach every surf lesson with the objective of not just offering a great one off experience of surfing, but for surfing to become a positive force in the customers lives even in a small way.

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Selkie Sailing

Open dates vary · Check official times Derrybeg · Donegal 17 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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Atlantic Edge

Open dates vary · Check official times Gortahork · Donegal 4 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesthe wild beauty of County Donegal with Atlantic Edge, your gateway to thrilling rock climbing, scenic hikes and outdoor adventures.

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Cluain na dTor Seaside Gardens & Nursery

Open dates vary · Check official times Falcarragh · Donegal 6 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesHigh up along the rugged north west Wild Atlantic Way lies Cluain na dTor Seaside Gardens (means Meadow of Shrubs), one of Ireland's best kept horticultural secrets.

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Peripheral: A Community Arts Experiment

Tue 1 Apr 2025 – Tue 5 May 2026 · Check official times The Arcade · Donegal 24 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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Donegal Copper Craft

Open dates vary · Check official times Donegal 7 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesTry your hand at copper crafting in a family-friendly workshop and create your own piece of art.

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Black Hound Tours

Open dates vary · Check official times Falcarragh · Donegal 5 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesBlack Hound Tours crafts private, driver guided journeys across Ireland for travellers who value comfort, ease and an unhurried pace.

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Cloughaneely Golf Club

Open dates vary · Check official times Ballyconnell · Donegal 8 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesCloughaneely Golf Club is part of the historic Ballyconnell Estate on the Wild Atlantic Way in northwest Donegal.

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