Ballycannon Cottage and Farm

21/06/2020

I hope you’ll consider supporting our efforts to create a reserve dedicated to rebuilding the biodiversity in our corner of County Donegal. We are planting native trees and sowing organic seed to attract wildlife including endangered Corncrake and Curlew. Wildflower seed will be sown to attract pollinators, including solitary bees. Bee banks, bird boxes, and bat boxes will be installed to provide areas to nest. .

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We are turning our farm into a nature reserve for wildlife by planting … Rhonda Langham needs your support for Ballycannon Nature Reserve, Falcarragh Ireland

22/01/2020

Ireland is full of underrated attractions, and our hidden gem of the week is the Grianán of Aileach, a stunning hilltop fortress in County Donegal. Without a doubt, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to

21/01/2020

A stunning photo by Jennifer Sayers of the walk near our cottage.

On my walk home, I love the old stone slates and the wee winding road reflecting in the evening sun. One of my favourite views walking home.

17/12/2019

Huge Congratulations!

A statue is to be erected in honour of Donegal Nobel laureate Professor William C Campbell. The bronze sculpture is being designed with the aim of being erected in Ramelton in time for his 90th birthday in June. Professor Campbell, along with his co-discoverer Professor Satoshi Omura, shared the 201...

15/12/2019

Majestic Errigal, blanketed in snow, is breathtaking at this time of the year.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year to all our guests and friends.

Embrace the elements this winter on a walking trip to Donegal! 🏔 http://bit.ly/2Z6thRb 📸 shanebaggley [IG]

24/10/2019

Exciting news for Donegal: Bears, wolves, and a lynx have returned to the area! But don't worry; they are kept in a 23-acre sanctuary where these rescued animals are now free to roam in large enclosures. I can't wait to make my first visit!

https://www.donegaldaily.com/2019/10/22/bears-in-burnfoot-what-a-wild-idea/

The brown bear is back in Ireland for the first time in thousands of years, thanks to a new wildlife sanctuary in Donegal. The Celtic Tiger is back too, but this one is a beautiful lynx called Naoise and she has been warmly welcomed. Lynx, brown bears, wolves, deer and...

24/09/2019

Clannad’s singer and harpist has won a Grammy and an Emmy, but being honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards is special

23/09/2019

Beautiful photos of a beautiful place. Well done, Jennifer Sayers!

Crohy Head Sea Arch is just about 1 hour's drive from the cottage. Lovely views.

29/08/2019

Finding our cottage on Airbnb just got easier: just follow our custom link -

https://airbnb.com/h/ballycannon-cottage-donegal-ireland

Entire home/apt in County Donegal, Ireland. Donegal County, Republic of Ireland, is renowned for its great beauty. It was named "The Coolest Place on the Planet in 2017" by National Geograph...

22/08/2019

The Band Clannad (Enya Brennan used to be part of it) will be performing in Donegal this week. Hope you can come hear them!

Clannad are back in the Donegal Gaeltacht to celebrate their tenth anniversary with a concert in the family pub.

14/08/2019

Check out Sarah’s gorgeous 2020 calendar, now on sale in Falcarragh.

Beautiful work, Sarah! Would love to see these pics available as postcards, too.

Hi everyone, I have some calendars done for this year. If you would like to buy one, they are in the following places.

An t-Sean Bheairic: Ionad Cuartaíochta an Fháil Charraigh

All profits made from these will be going towards maintenance of Ray Church and Killult Church. It would be a great support. Thank you ☺️

14/08/2019

Delish food, great pint, and lovely walks nearby.

Want to feel the sand between your toes? Here are 8 of our favourite beaches in Ireland.

18/07/2019

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/16/sports/golf/british-open-royal-portrush.html?action=click&module=Features&pgtype=Homepage

In 1951 the Open was played outside of Scotland and England for the first time at the club in Northern Ireland. Almost 70 years later, the Open returns.

08/07/2019

A beautiful photo by Jennifer Sayers of the Arch at Gweedore. Lovely!

The Arch at Bloody Foreland, Gweedore

07/07/2019

Now at the Ulster Museum, this amazing tapestry embroidered with scenes from Game of Thrones, much of which was filmed and produced in Northern Ireland.

https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2019/jul/06/blood-s*x-and-needlework-game-of-thrones-recreated-in-90-metre-tapestry?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

A team of 30 volunteers has embroidered all eight seasons of the HBO drama in the style of the legendary Bayeux Tapestry

07/06/2019

The latest cottage repairs are finished and the whole house has been repainted. It's looking sparkly and clean. Check out the video my builder sent.

16/05/2019

Looking down from the hills by Muckish Mountain out to the Bridge of Sorrow leading towards Falcarragh Town and it's beautiful coastline.

18/04/2019

https://www.newsletter.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/9-undiscovered-towns-in-donegal-for-a-perfect-day-trip-1-8892984

Donegal is home to some of Ireland's most beautiful scenery, with much of it tucked away from most tourists.

15/04/2019

Did you know that a number of the settings for Games of Thrones are in Ireland or Northern Ireland? Here's an article with more information.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/15/magazine/game-of-thrones-northern-ireland-brexit.html?action=click&module=Top%20Stories&pgtype=Homepage

As a “Game of Thrones” tourist in Northern Ireland, you can see how the magic of a fantasy realm has eclipsed the history of the actual place.

09/04/2019

Ray (pronounced ‘Rye’ in Irish, Ráith), is an ancient church site remarkable for its links with the abbey of Iona, and for its very tall high…

31/03/2019

Brilliant news! And our farm has areas devoted to pollinators.

A proposal for Donegal to back an All-Ireland Pollinator Plan has been adopted by Donegal County Council. Inishowen Councillor Albert Doherty proposed the motion calling on the council to adopt, implement and actively promote the plan. The plan was...

27/03/2019

http://thesonghouseireland.com/singing-holidays/?fbclid=IwAR1AQcYg4agHUQEcG_BqBCvyXaFWEX3k94CSCLKvpOnNG7OzhamO3inn2cM

24/03/2019

If you love flying, then put a flight to Donegal Airport on your bucket list. The views are truly spectacular.

The folks at Donegal Airport are on a high after scooping the award of the World’s Most Scenic Airport for 2019. PrivateFly has today announced that the coastal runway at ... Read More

21/03/2019

Good article about our lovely county. Many of the spots mentioned are minutes from our cottage.
Enjoy!

https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2018/jul/15/dazzled-by-donegal-ireland-activity-break-hiking-surfing-horse-riding-climbing

The challenge: can north-west Ireland match Canada and New Zealand for an epic adventure? After surfing, riding and kayaking, our writer found the answer on a sea-stack climb

20/03/2019

To celebrate St Patrick’s Day, three Donegal pubs have been named in the top 20 pubs in the country, saluting the idyllic locations, great music, bonhomie and creamy stout of the county's brilliant pubs. Chosen by readers of The Guardian, the best pubs were named as: Packies Bar, near...

17/03/2019

15/03/2019

We were lucky enough to watch this event over the weekend. Great turnout and lots of fun! These athletes are amazing! This is one for the history books.

The Red Bull Storm Chase Challenge has come to Ireland - with north-west Donegal being the location for one of the most remarkable events ever to be staged in this co...

26/02/2019

Excellent news! Derry airport is only an hour from our cottage by car.

Homepage BannerNewsLoganair confirms new Derry – Manchester service from May By News Highland - February 22, 2019 Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest WhatsApp   24 hours after it was confirmed that Loganair will operate the London Stansted route from City of Derry Airport, the airline has now conf...

26/02/2019

10/02/2019

Our favorite shop in Dunfanaghy has an awesome selection of gorgeous food and drink