Handily located just an hour from Dublin or Belfast airports, the Carroll family's welcoming 18th century house is attractively situated in its own walled grounds on the edge of Carlingford village, with views across the lough to the Mountains of Mourn ... more...
This pub of great character and friendliness is right on the quay in Dundalk, where coasters dock, so you never know what country visiting sailors in the bar may come from.
But everyone mixes well in the wackily-furnished bars downstairs and - althoug ... more...
The next time you’re in Drogheda, do yourself a favour and call in to Quintessential Wines, just down the road from the train station. It’s the kind of shop where you can’t go wrong, no matter what you choose.
It’s a well-curat ... more...
Open since September 2007, this striking 4 star hotel in Dundalk is conveniently located close to the M1 motorway, halfway between Dublin and Belfast, and - although there is plenty in the area to attract leisure visitors - it has particular appeal for ... more...
Masses of well-maintained flowers and a neat frontage with fresh paintwork always draw attention to Danny and Dympna Fitzpatrick’s attractive and well-run bar and restaurant on the Carlingford road (R174).
There’s plenty of parking and the ... more...
Long-time customers of La Pizzeria in Drogheda breathed a sigh of relief when Jian Carlo reopened his restaurant in nearby Clogherhead. It’s a testament to how loyal his customers are that even in this quiet fishing village 15km up the coast from ... more...
Established in 1978 by Dermot and Nicola Herlihy, this family-run business may not be the biggest egg producer in Ireland - but it's a benchmarking operation when it comes to sustainability.
The second generation of the Herlihy family is now involved ... more...
This restaurant with accommodation in Carlingford is centrally-located and smartly presented on the main street of this delightful medieval village, The Bay Tree has an appealing frontage - and a well-earned reputation for quality and value, making it ... more...
Opened in September 2015, the Bare Food Company perfectly captures the trend for clean eating that shows no signs of abating.
The decor is bright and airy, with whitewashed walls, comfy sofas and a conservatory that floods the room with light.
Vegans ... more...
What a delight this pretty, traditional pub is - although now predictably popular with a young set who bring life and plenty of noise at busy times, it is a friendly and welcoming place without a sense of cliquishness so even the first time visitor wil ... more...
