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 or fourth week in June and attracts sea anglers from all over the world.

The Westport House is a popular tourist attraction and has a Pirate Adventure Park featuring a Pirate Ship thrill ride, fishing and a mini railway. There is a music festival in Westport every August and many year-round activities such as sailing, horseback riding, golf and walking on any number of beautiful, sandy beaches.

Croagh Patrick is about 5 miles from Westport and is a site of pilgrimage for almost one million people every year. There are many accomodations to choose from, and you will find the people of Westport to be friendly and helpful when you come for holiday.