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الأحد
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الإثنين
09:00 - 18:00
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الثلاثاء
09:00 - 18:00
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الأربعاء
09:00 - 18:00
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الخميس
09:00 - 18:00
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الجمعة
09:00 - 18:00
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السبت
09:00 - 18:00
About the company
Ballina Heritage Walking TourWalk through history in the heart of County Mayo.Step into the story of Ballina with our immersive, locally-led heritage walking tours. From the founding of the town in the early 1700s to its role in the 1798 Rebellion, the Great Famine, and Irish independence, we explore the people, places, and events that shaped Mayo’s most historic town.Our walking tours are curated for those who want to go beyond the guidebook — uncovering hidden laneways, Georgian townhouses, famine-era workhouses, and remnants of British landlord rule. You’ll learn about James O’Hara, 2nd Baron Tirawley, the town’s military past, and how the River Moy and Belleek Woods have played central roles in Ballina’s cultural life.What We Cover:• The town’s Georgian architecture and its evolution through the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries• Life under landlordism and the Evictions of the 1800s• The story of Humbert’s monument, St Muredach’s Cathedral, and The Jackie Clarke Collection• Influence of the French landing in Kilcummin (1798) and the Irish Rebellion• Insights into traditional Mayo music, storytelling, and folklore• Local food heritage — from boxty and bacon to modern artisanal fare• Impact of emigration, the Irish diaspora, Mary Robinson and Ballina’s best abroad• Cultural revival, from Ceili houses to contemporary festivals like Other Voices and Ballina Salmon FestivalWho It’s For:Whether you’re a history enthusiast, cultural traveler, student group, or curious visitor, our tours offer a unique lens into Mayo’s social, architectural, and political history — all told by a passionate local guide.Tour Highlights:• Historic core of Ballina: Market Square, Pearse Street, and the Moy• Belleek Castle grounds and surrounding woods• St. Muredach’s Cathedral and Georgian mansions• Bridges and battlegrounds of the 1798 French Campaign• Sites of Great Famine relief works and mass graves• Hidden gems known only to locals• Local dining and entertainment Practical Info:• Small-group walking tours • Full payment required at booking with a 24-hour cancellation policy• Private group and custom themed tours available• Tours run in all weather — bring comfortable shoes and curiosity!Our team
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Ballina, Ellaghmore Bonniconlon Co Mayo
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Private Walking Tour
120 دقيقة
A Private Walking Tour with Clodagh offers a relaxed and engaging way to discover the rich history, culture, and character of Ballina. Led by a local guide, each tour combines well-known landmarks with lesser-known stories that reveal the town’s heri
ballinawalkingtours
Ballina, Ellaghmore Bonniconlon Co Mayo
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Group Walking Tour
90 دقيقة
Join a welcoming group walking tour and discover the rich history, culture, and character of Ballina. Led by a local guide, each tour combines well-known landmarks with lesser-known stories that reveal the town’s heritage, its people, and its strong
ballinawalkingtours
Ballina, Ellaghmore Bonniconlon Co Mayo
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