Description
Nestled along the N59 in County Sligo, Dromore West is a charming village cradled between the rugged Ox Mountains and the wild beauty of the Atlantic Ocean. The village sits peacefully on the banks of the Dunneil River, offering a tranquil setting that captures the essence of rural Ireland.
A scenic coastal walk begins just beyond the village, inviting visitors to explore the dramatic shoreline and soak in panoramic views of the Atlantic. This path is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, or anyone seeking a quiet moment in the fresh sea air.
Just a short distance away lies Ballykilcash Hill, once crowned by a Napoleonic watchtower, a silent sentinel from a bygone era. Though the tower no longer stands, the hill remains a place of historical intrigue and offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.
Within the village itself, Dromore West is alive with local character. A bustling petrol station, convenience shops, and traditional pubs provide essential services and warm hospitality. Whether you're passing through or staying a while, the village offers a welcoming stop with a strong sense of community.
A scenic coastal walk begins just beyond the village, inviting visitors to explore the dramatic shoreline and soak in panoramic views of the Atlantic. This path is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, or anyone seeking a quiet moment in the fresh sea air.
Just a short distance away lies Ballykilcash Hill, once crowned by a Napoleonic watchtower, a silent sentinel from a bygone era. Though the tower no longer stands, the hill remains a place of historical intrigue and offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.
Within the village itself, Dromore West is alive with local character. A bustling petrol station, convenience shops, and traditional pubs provide essential services and warm hospitality. Whether you're passing through or staying a while, the village offers a welcoming stop with a strong sense of community.
Location
Public Transportation
TFI Local link bus
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Every Tuesday and Friday, there is a TFI Local link bus from Dromore West to Sligo and back.
Every Saturday evening, there is a TFI local link providing a local service around Dromore West & Templeboy to Dromore West and Beltra. Website: www.locallinkdsl.ie Tel: 0749741644 |
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Bus Eireann Ballina to Dromore West (route 444)
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Enniskillen to Ballina (Route 458)
Every day, there is the bus Eireann route 458 bus that services Ballina to Enniskillen. This bus stops in Dromore West as well, hence providing a handy link to Ballina, Sligo or Enniskillen with options to return on the same day
Website: Link
Website: Link
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Walking in Dromore West
Dunneill River Walk
The Dunneill river walk starts in Dromore West nearby the village petrol station. The riverside walk follows the meandering Dunneill river and links the village of Dromore West with the coast road.
The walk brings you through mature woodlands and along fertile pastures where cows happily graze.
Admiring the diverse variety of plants, walk towards the coast following the ever widening Dunneill river. Along the route, you will have to cross the beautiful restored Ballygilcash and Donaghintraine bridges which are more than 200 years old.
From Ballygilcash bridge, there are good views of the seaward side of the walk which follow the west side of the limestone river gorge which is abundant in flora and fauna, waterfalls and limestone cascades.
Along this stretch of the riverwalk, pay attention to the blackthorn hedges which carry loads of sloe berries in autumn. Once you reach Donaghintraine bridge, you can follow the coast road towards Drome West village or return along the path .
The walk brings you through mature woodlands and along fertile pastures where cows happily graze.
Admiring the diverse variety of plants, walk towards the coast following the ever widening Dunneill river. Along the route, you will have to cross the beautiful restored Ballygilcash and Donaghintraine bridges which are more than 200 years old.
From Ballygilcash bridge, there are good views of the seaward side of the walk which follow the west side of the limestone river gorge which is abundant in flora and fauna, waterfalls and limestone cascades.
Along this stretch of the riverwalk, pay attention to the blackthorn hedges which carry loads of sloe berries in autumn. Once you reach Donaghintraine bridge, you can follow the coast road towards Drome West village or return along the path .
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See & Do
Corn Mill
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In Dromore village is a late seventeenth Century rustic corn mill beside the Dunneill river. Beside the building is a stunning waterfall that cascades towards the village. The corn mill was also used for curing pigs in the early 1900's. The mill's fine rubble stonework, cast-iron lattice window and sheeted doors are all original features.
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Carrowmably Signal Tower
Carrowmably Signal Tower is built on a prehistoric hengiform enclosure that sits 136 meter above sea level close to the Atlantic. A total of 81 signal or Martello towers were built around the Irish coast as a result of the French invasion landing at killala in 1798. Carrowmably is number 66 built in 1804 at a cost of 600 pound. These towers were built in a short timeframe, but were obsoleted soon after they were built.
The signals sent from the towers was done by using a combination of flags, flares and revolving metal balls. By 1809, the towers were abandoned and were replaced with a coastguard station
The signals sent from the towers was done by using a combination of flags, flares and revolving metal balls. By 1809, the towers were abandoned and were replaced with a coastguard station
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St. Farnan's shrine
You can find St.Farnan's shrine in the townland of Doonalton. The access path leads from the river up the steep slope to the well passing a natural rocky shelf which is known as the "Saint's Bed".. it is here that the hermit Saint is said to have slept. On the other side of the river is a natural rock outcrop with a flat slab that was used as an altar.
There is a large cairn known as the "Saint's grave" which is composed of heavily compacted small river stones. The cairn is surrounded by a statue that despicts St.Farnan.
There is a large cairn known as the "Saint's grave" which is composed of heavily compacted small river stones. The cairn is surrounded by a statue that despicts St.Farnan.
The Tawnatruffan dolmen or Giant's Griddle
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This Dolmen is located on private land and can not be accessed . The wedge- tomb stands at the edge of moorland above the basin of the Easkey river.
The tomb has an impressive capstone which is thought to weight approx. 15 tons . The chamber stone is missing from the west side, but apart from that this megalith is well preserved and worth a visit. |
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For the Community
Dromore West Community Centre provides many events and gatherings for the community - Link
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