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Cong, Co. Mayo

Cong (Irish: Conga or Cúnga Fheichín is a village in County Mayo, next to the Galway border. It is located on the north shore of Lough Corrib, near the town of Ballinrobe and the villages of Neale and Cross.

One of the biggest current attractions to Cong is Ashford Castle which is a former residence of the Guinness family turned hotel. It is a tourist attraction in its own right now.

Cong is best known for being the filming location for John Ford's 1952 Oscar-winning film, The Quiet Man, featuring John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara and Barry Fitzgerald. Much of the movie was filmed on the grounds of Ashford Castle. The town and castle area remain little changed since 1952, and Cong's connection with the movie make it a major tourist attraction in that part of Mayo.

Cong is an excellent centre for fishing on lakes, and tennis, equestrian and boating are also available.

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Ashford Castle

Cong, Co. Mayo

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Ashford Castle - Cong County Mayo Ireland

Ashford Castle Hotel & Gardens

Cong, Co. Mayo

Ireland’s grandest castle hotel, with a history going back to the early 13th century, Ashford Castle is set in 350 acres of parkland, and anyone who loves beautiful surroundings will be thrilled to stay here - or even simply call in for a m ...

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Ballinrobe Golf Club

Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo
Course Type: Parkland

The Championship Parkland Golf Course at Ballinrobe Golf Club is considered by some, including Padraig Harrington, to be one of the finest in Ireland. Cloonacastle Estate, which dates back to 1238, became the new home for Ballinrobe Golf Club ...

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Bayview Apartment

Cong, Co. Mayo

Beautifully situated on the shores of Lough Corrib in the grounds of Ashford Castle, this brand new 2 bedroom apartment sleeps up to 7 people and would be equally suitable for a family holiday or a romantic getaway. It’s only 10 minutes ...

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The Village Market - Oughterard, Co Galway

Tuesdays 10am-6pm

Location: Keoghs Yard,Oughterard

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Aughnanure Castle

Oughterard, Co. Galway

Built by the O'Flahertys - one of Connacht's most notable lord families - c. 1500, Aughnanure Castle lies in picturesque surroundings close to the shores of Lough Corrib. The castle is a particularly well-preserved example of one of over 200 Iris ...

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Ashford Castle

Cong, Co. Mayo

Ireland’s grandest castle hotel, with a history going back to the early 13th century, Ashford is set in 350 acres of manicured gardens and beautiful parkland and - if a stunning setting, grandeur and tranquillity are among the criteria - it ...

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