Clare Island

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Clare Island is a great place if you are looking for a holiday, weekend away, a night out or just a day trip – so go on take the ferry out from Roonagh!

Use #ClareIsland to share your experiences and pics from the island! Encapsulated in the Saw Doctors' song ‘Will you meet me on Clare Island?'’, Clare Island is located 3.5 miles off the west coast of County Mayo, Ireland. The ferry crossing from Roonagh Pier takes 20 minutes and there is every chance that you will be accompanied on your journey by a school of dolphins. Clare Island is the largest

30/08/2026

Canacora Beach 🪨🌊

A little corner of Clare Island where the stones tell their own story❤️

Stack a few rocks, find the perfect stone to paint, or simply sit back and take in the views across Clew Bay🌊☀️

Another beautiful spot waiting to be discovered on Clare Island!

See for yourself — https://www.clareislandfastferries.com/clare-island-ferry-timetable-prices/ 🚢

Achill Tourism Visit Mayo Destination Westport Clare Island Wild Atlantic Way Tourism Ireland Fáilte Ireland Discover Ireland Clew Bay Bike Trail Clare Island Community Centre, Anchor Bar & Bistro

30/08/2026

We are so lucky to call this home❤️✨

Here’s to a few more golden evenings on Clare Island before summer says goodbye!🥺🫶🏻

Destination Westport Clare Island Ferry Co. (O'Grady's) Clare Island Fast Ferries - O Malley's Visit Mayo Clare Island Community Centre, Anchor Bar & Bistro Wild Atlantic Way Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Tourism Ireland Achill Tourism shotbyleep

Photos from Inishturk Island's post 26/08/2026
26/08/2026

Clare Island Sheep Show 🐑🥇

Just over 3 weeks to go until our annual Sheep Show is back, and we couldn’t be more excited!

📅 Saturday, 19th September
⏰ Starting at 12pm
📍 Clare Island GAA Pitch

Followed by live music with For Folk’s Sake in Anchor Bar ⚓️🍻🎶

So gather the family (or flock), come along for the day (or night) and enjoy one of Clare Island’s great annual events!

For more information contact Christian —
📞(087) 317 1876

Who’s joining us? 👀

Clare Island Clare Island Ferry Co. (O'Grady's) Destination Westport Clare Island Fast Ferries - O Malley's Visit Mayo Clare Island Community Centre, Anchor Bar & Bistro Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Wild Atlantic Way Mayo.ie Dara Calleary TD Achill Tourism The Connaught Telegraph The Mayo News Midwest Radio Louisburgh & Killeen Heritage Tourism Ireland

24/08/2026

The sun is back!☀️

Make the most of the last few days of the summer holidays and grab a sunshine sailing to Clare Island!

Hit the beach, let the kids loose in the playground, grab some good food or hop on an e-bike and explore the island🚴🍟

Who’s in? 😎🏝️

20/08/2026

🌟Biodiversity Workshop 2.0🌟

After an extremely successful event last October, horticulturalist Kay Synott is back by popular demand with another exciting workshop!

This session will explore Plant Propagation, including:

🪱Seed sowing
🌿 Taking cuttings
🌱 Dividing plants

Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome!

📅 Wednesday, 9th September
⏰ 12–3.30pm
📍 Stone Barn Café

📩 Register by email: [email protected]
📱 Or text: 085 862 2050

Mayo.ie South West Mayo Development Company CLG European Commission Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Destination Westport Wild Atlantic Way Dara Calleary TD Achill Tourism Midwest Radio The Mayo News The Connaught Telegraph Stone Barn Cafe

17/08/2026

🎭 Children’s Theatre Series Coming to Clare Island! 🎭

Clare Island Connected Hub, in collaboration with The Ark, are delighted to bring a wonderful children’s theatre series to the island.

📅 Tuesday 25th
🎬 The Haircut & The Making of Mollie
🕦 11.30am & 1.30pm

📅 Wednesday 26th
🎬 The Race & Wires, Strings & Other Things
🕚 11am & 1.30pm
📍 Clare Island Connected Hub

Registration is essential — https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9hq5Cyb1-OhJPo-3eM978qNSHbipaUZklLf7qXGoyGvZfqQ/viewform

A huge thank you to The Ark, SICAP and Cliara Development Company for their generous sponsorship and to our wonderful volunteer Lorraine for making it all happen.

We look forward to welcoming children and families for two fantastic days of theatre! 🎭✨

Mayo.ie Western Development Commission Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Destination Westport Clare Island Fast Ferries - O Malley's Clare Island Ferry Co. (O'Grady's) Clare Island Community Centre, Anchor Bar & Bistro Visit Mayo Achill Tourism

15/08/2026

A glorious day for looking across the water at our neighbours!☀️🌊

We have the perfect view of Inishturk and Caher Island as they mark their special day of pilgrimage💚

Wishing everyone making the journey a safe and memorable day.

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Clare Island
Mayo
F28P293