Belmullet Small-Group Walking Tour (AlchemyTours.ie)
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About the Activity
One might think that there is little to say about a small town in North Mayo. This tour will change that. The tour takes two hours but there are so many stories that the tour could take much longer!2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Fees : All fees and/or taxes. All Fees and Taxes
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
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Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandThe walk commences in Carter Square where I tell the story of the founding of the town in 1824 by William Carter. Stories of famous visitors such as JM Synge and JB Yeats will also be recounted here.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandThe tour continues to the docks and along the Belmullet Canal built in 1845. The canal links Blacksod and Broadhaven Bays and the water always flows from Blacksod to Broadhaven. Find out why.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandAfter crossing the canal via the 'new' bridge we head to the sea shore to see the old town wells which were in use until the 1880's15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandWe will stop at the Community Hospital which was the location of the Belmullet Workhouse build in the 1850's. The stigma of the workhouse is very much associated with the Great Famine.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandAs we make our way along the Tallaght Road we will observe the plaques detailing the Prophecies of Brian Rua who lived in the 17th century. Let's see how many of them came true!10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandOn arrival at Blacksod Bay we hear the legend of the Children of Lir who spend their last 300 years as swans on Inis Glóra, an island just off the coast of the Mullet Peninsula.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandAt the RNLI inshore lifeboat station we hear stories of ships of the retreating Spanish Armada which came into Blacksod Bay sheltering from stormy seas in September 1588. A rendition of The Four Farrelys' by Percy French is performed here.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Belmullet
Belmullet, IrelandA visit to 'The Temple of the Tides of Time' instillation by Travis Price will cause debate as does all public art. Locals call this the 'Bellmullet Bus Stop'.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meet at Bank of Ireland, Carter Square, Belmullet, Co. MayoView Location
End point
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Meet at Bank of Ireland, Carter Square, Belmullet, Co. MayoView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Dublin time to receive 100% refund.
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