Dawn’s Shannon Region Diary

Dawn Adams - Balally HouseFollow Dawn’s diary as she explains all that The Shannon Region has to offer. Due to Dawn been born and raised here, she knows all the highlight areas of which there are many to visit and explore but more importantly it is her want to not only share this to ensure her guests get the best out of their stay but to inform them of the many hidden gems. Her decision to write this diary is due to the fact you could easily spend two weeks in this one spot seeing something uniquely Irish, beautiful and spectacular every day so by breaking up this information and giving a locals perspective she hopes you will make the most out of your holiday time.
“I see so many people rushing through to see the Cliffs of Moher for example and hurrying onto the next county’s highlight that really they actually end up missing the real Ireland. You need to slow down to really see what you have come to Ireland to see. It’s the backroads, it’s the ordinary that make Ireland Ireland”

Back with open arms.

Well what a couple of years it has been! Who knew the whole world would be told to stay at home. Even now it's hard to believe. I really hope everyone of my past guests and those reading this did ok navigating their way through the pandemic. It finally feels like...

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Stretch the legs at the 12 O’Clock Hills

Hiking may put some folk off, so a walk in the woods is how I would describe this trail area.I do it all the time with my young children who like to examine every stone in the place as we go so it's no problem. Just a very pleasant day out. A great way to get a feel...

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Balally House Covid-19 Protocol

Balally House Covid-19 Protocol and response plan This document has been prepared based on the evidence currently available about COVID-19 transmission (human-to-human transmission primarily via respiratory droplets from, or direct contact with, an infected person),...

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Sunset at the Cliffs of Moher

Sunset at the Cliffs of Moher

My suggestion is to view the famous Cliffs of Moher by sunset. It is only 1 hour from Balally House to the Cliffs. They are far less crowded and a great way to end your journey before flying out of Shannon. Or indeed a great way to start your journey. Fly into...

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