After we had stayed at our friends farm, we drove a little further north to Swinford in county Mayo to meet up with more family members, some of them had not seen Ickle pickle before so this was her first time meeting them. She got spring rolls for dinner and ice cream for dessert, so she was happy. The rest of us were also very happy with the delicious food served and with the good company.
After the family get-together we drove a bit further Northwest driving in parts on the Wild Atlantic Way, to the little town of Belmullet. The Wild Atlantic Way is the world’s largest touring route (2,500km), stretching from Donegal to Cork.
Belmullet is in the barony of Erris, located on the northwest coast of Co. Mayo in Ireland and is one of the most westerly points in Europe. This cute little town has many sights worth seeing, but sadly we did not have the opportunity to see that much this time. But we would love to go back in summertime. The coast, and beaches there would be better to visit then.
They are, among other things, known for their tidal pools, Blacksod lighthouse and lovely beaches. You can enjoy idyllic, white sandy beaches, wind-swept coasts and stunning cliffs. Belmullet is a real heaven for surfers, walkers and enthusiasts of water-sports.
We stayed at the Talbot hotel, a lovely boutique hotel that I would recommend. They have a wonderful restaurant that is great for seafood. We were too full from our previous meal to be able to enjoy it much this time around. But will for sure be back. We did get to enjoy a really lovely breakfast there; the food was amazing, and the staff was so accommodating to us and Ickle Pickle was very happy.
We then went for a walk along the beach to get to move a little bit and grab a little bit of fresh air before we were getting in the car to drive across the country again to go back south for the rest of our stay. So when it was nap time we got in the car and drove and the scenery we drove through was really something.
Hope you are all having a good time and that you are ready for the weekend. I know I am.
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Wow, very beautiful places, both inside and out, Maja! Thanks for sharing. 😊
Thank you, it was a lovely place. Enjoy your weekend John!
Wow! Thanks for taking us along.
Thank you for comming! Have a great weekend
We love the Wild Atlantic Way. So beautiful and so much to see. Happy Friday. Allan
I do to. Have not done the whole thing, but the bits I’ve done are really good. Happy Friday Allan, enjoy tje weekend
Lovely places! What a gorgeous hotel!
Thanks for taking us.
Thank you for comming! We enjoyed a lot
What a beautiful spot to stay. Love the views of the coastline. We also try to time it so our little one naps during the drive.
Thank you. I find it best to drive as much as possible during nap time. Only stop for breaks when she is awake
You got my interest when you mentioned surfing at Belmullet. Brrr! 🥶 I’m sure they’re wearing 6/4 wetsuits, gloves and boots 😂 Thanks for a great trip report 😎
Thank you, yes, I would assume they would be wearing wetsuits this time of year
beautiful places!❤️❤️❤️
Thank you!
A beautiful place indeed. I’ve always wanted to venture here myself! It looks lovely and peaceful too 💙
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Beautiful Belmullet ! Well shared with beautiful photos and description
Thank you for your kind words!
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Very good and beautiful photos, well written too!
Thank you very much!
Your welcome and have a good new week 🙂
Thank you and the same to you!
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I have always wanted to visit Ireland so thanks for the tour of part of it.
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Thanks…we were around there on our 2014 tour around Ireland. The closest we can was Knock. Lovely photography and story. thanks
I was in Knock and the surrounding areas once too. Interesting place
Nice photo dear❤️❤️❤️
Thank you very much!
nice pictures
Thank you