Irish West Farm Stay

An authentic rural Ireland experience

Heritage, Folklore & Rural Ireland

Join us on a unique private tour, off the beaten path and away from the tourist crowds. Our Heritage & Folklore private tour of Ireland will immerse you in Irish folklore, culture and rural heritage. This is not a typical sightseeing tour, you will meet the locals of an Irish working village in the heart of County Mayo to understand Ireland's rural heritage both past and present. You will delve deep into pre-Christian Ireland to learn of the druids, Tuatha de Denann and celtic mythology in the sacred land of Uisneach.

A perfect tour for culturally curious travellers looking for a true Irish experience.

A visit to Ireland West Farm Stay

Irish Farm & Bog Tour in Mayo

Eddie Joe Dooeny - Farmer and Heritage Expert

1 Hour Talk & Demonstration

Meet local farmer and Irish heritage expert Eddie Joe Dooney of Ireland West Farm Stay Experience for a tour that delves into rural Irish heritage. You will walk through the farm learning of rural Ireland and farming both past and present. You will then walk the bogs. Here you will learn all about the bogs of Ireland, both working and living bogs. You will see how the turf is cut for fuel and you will take a hand at it yourself. You will also walk the bogs learning of the flora and fauna.

Blacksmith Workshop

Pat Strahan of Barroe Forge - Blacksmith

1 Hour Workshop

*** Subject to availability

Join local Blacksmith Pat Strahan of 9Irons Craft in the Barroe Forge in Carracastle Village for a fascinating workshop in blacksmithing. Pat will concentrate on the ancient traditions and superstitions of the Irish blacksmith and you will learn about and create a 9 Iron. This ancient amulet being a forgotten part of rural Ireland's heritage.

Traditional Music by the Fireside

Local Musicians on the farm

2 Hour Music Session

*** Subject to availability

Join local musicians by the fireside and discover real rural Ireland. You will hear local trad songs and reels in County Mayo. This is an intimate musical experience and provides a glimpse back to a time before television and radio in the heart of rural Ireland.

" Join us by the hearth for some criac agus ceoil"
Eddie Joe Dooney

Maybe add a day & stay the night ?

Boutique Irish Farmhouse Stay

Why not stay overnight on the farm?

We provide boutique, luxury Irish farmhouse accommodation. Relax by the fireside in the heart of tranquil, rural Mayo. You will awaken in beautiful, peaceful surrounds off the beaten path and hidden from the world.

Just enquire below to find our more and to book your unique Irish experience.