Mullaghmore Loop in the Burren National Park
I recently found myself in County Clare once again. I spent a lot of time here a few years ago completing the amazing Burren Way. This time, my reason for being in this beautiful part of Ireland was to celebrate my Parent’s 50th Wedding anniversary. 15 of us spent a…
55 Things to do in Doolin, Co. Clare
Doolin is a pretty little village on the west coast of Ireland. Doolin is famous for its Irish Music traditions. It can also boast of having some of the most spectacular scenery along the whole of the Wild Atlantic Way. Case in point being the fact that Doolin is the…
Day Four of Walking The Burren Way – Carran to Corofin
This was my fourth and final day of walking the Burren Way. Day three had been a tough 29km walk. I also completed 28km and 27km on day one and day two respectively. So my legs were feeling a little weary after a lot of walking. Despite this, I woke…
Day Three of Walking the Burren Way – Ballyvaughan to Carran
Always be prepared. That’s what they say. And I should have listened. My planning skills really let me down on day three of walking the Burren Way. I knew I had to retrace my steps and get from Ballyvaughan back to the main Burren Way. That is 6km. I incorrectly…
Day Two of Walking the Burren Way – Doolin to Ballyvaughan
The Burren Way is essentially a linear route, starting in Lahinch and ending in Corofin (or vice versa). However, there are a number of offshoots or spurs off the main trail. These are to link in other County Clare towns such as Lisdoonvarna, Fanore and Ballyvaughan. This is helpful in…
Day One of Walking the Burren Way – Lahinch to Doolin
NOTE: Day One of Walking The Burren Way may be severely impacted by closure of some of the trail along the Cliffs of Moher. Please see here for current status.The below outlines the route before current restrictions were put in place. It’s funny sometimes what thoughts come into your head…