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Westport is the third largest town in
Mayo. It is home to many fine Restaurants
and coffee houses(Chinese, Italian,
Thai, Seafood, Global, European and
traditional).
As to be expected, Westport has its fair
share of Pubs where you can hear live
music nightly, Matt Molloy's of "The
Chieftans" fame being one of the most
renowned.
Shop till you drop, in the many craft,
gift and clothing shops in town. Many of
the products are hand made locally.
The local leisure centre, houses a public
swimming pool and gym. Although if you
prefer swimming in the sea there are
several blue flag beaches near by.
Mayo is renowned for its lake and sea
fishing, boats are easy to hire on a daily
or weekly basis.
For those interested in walking there are
many mountain, coastal and nature trails,
offering something for everybody. There is
also a pedestrian walk to the
sea-shore.
Perhaps the most famous of all is "Croagh
Patrick", Irelands "Holy mountain"
which sees 25,000 people climb it on reek
Sunday.
Within striking distance of Westport there
are two golf courses for those carrying
clubs with them.
Other fun activities include horse riding,
surfing, karting, ten-pin bowling,
sailing, otter watching and sea cruises.
Cedar Lodge is overlooking the tennis
courts.
Feel like going further afield? Why not
visit Leenane and the Ashleigh Waterfall,
Clare Island, home of the famous sea
pirate Grainuale, or Achill Island with
its Dolphins and Basking Sharks.
Take in a bit of heritage by visiting
Westport House, The Museum of Country
Life,Turlough Park, Castlebar or the
Heritage Centre in Westport Harbour.
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