Wild Guide West Ireland

Description

Discover secret coves and lost ruins, hidden waterfalls and mysterious tombs. Swim in rivers and sea caves, then camp in the dunes and stargaze by a campfire. Escape the tourist trail and experience unspoilt Ireland with nearly 1,400 hidden gems, away from the crowds. With dazzling photography, evocative travel writing, detailed maps and thousands of coordinates, this is the perfect reference for adventurers, walkers, campervanners and families, as well as the armchair explorer.

From the award-winning Wild Guide series, taking you to places no other guidebooks reach. Explore the hidden places of Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Clare, Cork, Kerry plus Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Limerick and the Wild Atlantic Way.

Secret coves and rock-cut pools
Sea caves and coasteering
Waterfalls, lakes and river swimming
Easy scrambles, peaks and lookouts
Lost ruins, castles and forts
Ancient trees, forests and wetlands
Grottoes, caves, caverns and tunnels
Sacred sites, stones and holy wells
Artisan food and drink producers
Organic cafés and kitchen gardens
Beach camping, cabins and campervan overnight spots

Candida Frith-Macdonald grew up by the Shannon and has travelled across Ireland for several decades. She is an editor and travel writer who has contributed to many Wild Guides.

Daniel Start is an award-winning travel writer and photographer. He is the author of Wild Swimming, Hidden Beaches and Wild Guide Wales and has travelled extensively across Ireland with his camera and family.