Doagh Island, well once an island some 6000 years ago, now a peninsula separating Trawbreaga Bay from the Atlantic Ocean.

Steeped in history Doagh Island has many interesting facts and little known georgraphical treasures. Here are a few;

• One of the highest concentrations of ‘Rock Art’ in Ireland.
• It is a designated wildfowl sanctuary of some importance with a range of migrating fowl.
• The ‘hissing rock’, a blowhole on the nothern end of the island.
• Carrickabraghey Castle, ancient stronghold of clans of days gone by with some unique characteristics and features.

 

• Stunning views from all corners including that of Glashedy Rock.
• Not forgetting of course, home to one of Ireland’s most popular attractions - Doagh Famine Village!

Below are a few pictures illustrating the above and showing Doagh Island in all it’s natural beauty. Click on any of the thumbnails to view a larger image.