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Westport, County Mayo, Ireland is a picturesque town located on the west coast at the south-east corner of Clew Bay. It was voted Ireland’s tidiest town in 2001, 2006 and 2008. It boasts some of the best sea and fresh water angling destinations in the world.

The River Moy is known for it’s salmon fishing and The Lough Conn provides excellent trout fishing. For the deep sea angler, Clew Bay offers a rich variety of fish including Ray, Monkfish, Conger and Flounder. The Sea Angling Festival is held every third Continue Reading »

Are you planning a trip to Westport, Ireland, and wondering where to stay? Westport offers a variety of accommodations to choose from. No matter what your budget is, you will be able to find an accommodation to suit your needs.

Westport has a wide selection of hotels to choose from. Some of the hotels even include golf courses for those who love a challenging game of golf. If you would rather relax than play golf, some of Continue Reading »

Westport Ireland is a beautiful small town located in western Ireland’s County Mayo. The town, population 6000, was created by 18th century architect James Wyatt for Lord Sligo. Clew Bay and the Carrowbeg River are meccas for fisherman from around the world. Clew Bay also boasts an archaeological trail with guideposts leading to abbey ruins and the National Famine Monument commemorating the great potato famine of Ireland. One highlight is the tomb of Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley.

Another mecca for history and archeology buffs is Ceide Fields said Continue Reading »