Named the ‘Coolest Place on the Planet’ by National Geographic Traveller in 2017, Donegal is a county like no other, with wild landscapes and natural beauty waiting to be explored.
With so much to see and do, there is always something new to discover.
Oakfield Park is an award-winning, privately owned estate and railway surrounded by parkland, lakes, mature woodlands, walled gardens and meadows. It offers a great day out, with gardens to explore, a maze, sculptures, a playground, tea rooms and a gift shop. The 4km train journey is popular with children and adults alike, and the park hosts well-known events such as Oakfest, Teddy Bears’ Picnic, the Harry Potter Experience and the Santa Express.
Explore Fanad Lighthouse in north Donegal and enjoy a guided tour of this historic coastal landmark.
Visitors can learn about the lives of former lightkeepers, the history of this Gaeltacht area and the modern technology used to monitor the coastline.
Those who climb the 76 granite steps to the top are rewarded with spectacular views along the headland.
Eclipse Cinemas Lifford-Strabane is a family-owned, fully digital, seven-screen cinema offering American-style rocker seating and freshly made popcorn.
Located next door to Lifford Old Courthouse, it’s an ideal way to round off your visit to Lifford in comfort.
Glenveagh National Park is located in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains in north-west Donegal and is known for its remote and striking natural beauty.
The park includes Glenveagh Castle, a late 19th-century castellated mansion set beside Lough Veagh, along with its surrounding gardens and walking routes.
A must visit when you’re in Donegal!
The stone fort of Grianán of Aileach sits on a hilltop in Inishowen, County Donegal, around 250 metres above sea level.
From this exposed location, visitors can enjoy 360-degree views across Lough Foyle and Lough Swilly, making it a striking place to experience Ireland’s ancient history and landscape.
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This project is supported by the Department of Rural and Community Development and Pobal through the Community Services Programme.
This project has been part-funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media under Project Ireland 2040.
Tá an tionscadal seo páirt-mhaoinithe ag an Roinn Turasóireachta, Cultúir, Ealaíon, Gaeltachta, Spóirt agus Meán faoi Thionscadal Éireann 2040.
An Clár Feabhsúcháin 2025
Local Enhancement Programme 2025
Is í an Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobail agus Gaeltachta a mhaoinigh an tionscadal seo faoin an Clár Feabhsúcháin 2025
This project has been funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht under the Local Enhancement Programme 2025
We’re delighted to announce that Lifford Old Courthouse is one of the first social enterprises in Ireland to secure People & Planet First Verification.
What does this mean?
People & Planet First is a robust verification mark for social enterprises which is recognised globally and adopted in 130+ counties.
The verification focuses on five core standards:
Purpose: We exist to solve a social and/or environmental problem.
Operations: We prioritise purpose, people and planet over profit in operational decisions.
Revenue: We have a self-sustaining revenue model.
Use of surplus: We reinvest the majority of any surplus towards our purpose.
Structure: We choose legal structures and financing that protect and lock-in purpose long-term.a
