Glashedy

#1406 among destinations in Ireland

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Glashedy Island is an uninhabited island approximately 1 mile off Pollen strand, 2 miles west of Trawbreaga Bay, and about 7 kilometres south of Malin Head, Donegal, Ireland. Glashedy Island has an area of 22,548 m² which is equivalent to 2.25 hectares. At its highest point, it is 119 ft high. ()

Coordinates: 55°19'2"N, 7°24'9"W

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Glashedy – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ballyliffin Golf Club, Wild Atlantic Way, Carrickabraghy Castle, Lenan Head Fort.

2.1 miSE
Golf, Outdoor activities, Sport venue
Ballyliffin Golf Club, Ballyliffin
53 min walk • Ballyliffin Golf Club is a golf club located in Ballyliffin, County Donegal, Ireland.
4.8 miN
Hiking, Hiking trail
Wild Atlantic Way
122 min walk • The Wild Atlantic Way is a breathtaking coastal route that stretches over 2,500 kilometers along Ireland's rugged western coastline. Renowned for its scenic landscapes, this hiking trail offers adventurers an immersive experience in the raw beauty of nature.
1.2 miE
Forts and castles
Carrickabraghy Castle
30 min walk • Carrickabraghy Castle stands in the townland of Carrickabraghy on a rocky outcrop at the north-western extremity of the Isle of Doagh, at the head of Pollan Bay, in the north of Inishowen, a peninsula on the north coast of County Donegal, Ireland.
7 miSW
Forts and castles
Lenan Head Fort
180 min walk • Lenan Head Fort, Lough Swilly, Inishowen, County Donegal was built in 1895, initially with three 9.2 inch Breech Loading guns. Following recommendations of the Owen Committee in 1905, it was refitted in 1911 with two newer Mark X 9.2 inch models.
7.2 miSE
Town
Carndonagh
184 min walk • History buffs will be delighted by the town's fascinating past, which is evident in its well-preserved ancient sites and historic buildings. The iconic Carndonagh Cross, a beautifully carved Celtic cross dating back to the 7th century, is a must-see for visitors...
3.6 miS
Village
Clonmany
94 min walk • One of the highlights of a visit to Clonmany is exploring the nearby Glenevin Waterfall, a breathtaking cascade set amidst lush woodland. The surrounding area also boasts a network of scenic walking trails, providing the perfect opportunity to immerse oneself in the...
4.7 miSE
National park
Trawbreaga Bay
119 min walk • Trawbreaga Bay is a small bay located on the northern tip of the Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal, Ireland. It is a designated Special Protection Area and its features of interest include: the barnacle goose, the light-bellied brent goose, the chough and diverse wetland and waterbirds.