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Ireland has been ranked in the top five countries to visit in 2015 by travel bible ‘Lonely Planet’.

If you are planning a trip to Ireland come and experience what the West has to offer. Stay in any of the numerous small towns and villages throughout the west of Ireland. Learn about their history, visit the many historical landmarks and experience the great hospitality of the local people 🙂

Ballaghaderreen is a town in northwest Roscommon famed for its magnificent cathedral, Dillon House and for its Old Military Barracks. It is close to numerous historic monuments which are all worth a visit The town is also near several lakes, the most famous being Lough Gara which is not only an anglers paradise but there are also several ancient habitations on the lake called crannógs. Crannóg’s are man-made island dwellings dating back to prehistoric Ireland! Ballaghaderreen town is in close proximity to some beautiful villages, Lisacul, Loughglynn, Gorthaganny, Monasteraden and Kilmovee. Experience the rich history of these villages and explore all they have to offer.

Loughglynn	12.5km
Lisacul	6.6km
Gorthaganny	15.5km
Monasteraden	7.5km
Kilmovee	9.1km

Distance from Ballaghaderreen to nearby villages

Ballaghaderreen has always been seen as the gateway to the west of Ireland as it is on the N5 from Dublin to neighboring county Mayo. It is in close proximity to Ireland West Airport Knock so the town is an ideal place for a stopover to explore what the west of Ireland has to offer with it only a short distance from the Wests major tourist areas.

Ireland West Airport Knock	20km
Galway City	90km
Wesport	70km
Sligo	65km
The Museum of Countrylife-Castlebar	45km