Make it a memorable Father’s Day with Gnó Mhaigh Eo’s Gift Guide
Father’s Day is fast approaching (Sunday next, June 21) agus táimid ag smaoineamh ar fhéiríní don fhear inár saol.
Whether it is a big bronntanas, a small gesture or a gift of special time spent together, tá siad ar fad ar fáil i Maigh Eo. Chuir muid liosta le chéile to help you find a féirín!
An Cárta / The Card
Big Leap Designs, Claremorris
Gift Dad a card that stands out agus atá i nGaeilge. Big Leap Designs has a great selection of cards a chuireann in iúl exactly what you want to say as Gaeilge.
You can choose from a range of cards including ‘Lá na nAithreacha Sona Duit’, ‘Sár-Dhaid’, nó ‘Dad Cúláite’. These distinctive designs made in Mayo will be the perfect cárta with their innovative illustrations.
Info: https://bigleapdesigns.com/product-category/cartai-as-gaeilge/la-na-naithreacha/
Scoth an bhia le Daid (Dining with Dad)
Cullen’s at the Cottage, Cong
Nestled in a charming, thatched cottage with a rich history, Cullen's at the Cottage offers a relaxed dining experience. Savour locally inspired cuisine and the freshest seafood, including their signature Seafood Platter, in a cosy cottage setting.
At the cottage's front, the patio offers a serene setting to enjoy alfresco lunches in the summer, with a view of Ashford Castle. Advance reservations are highly recommended, as this restaurant welcomes castle residents, lodge residents, and visitors.
Info: https://ashfordcastle.com/dining-and-drinks/cullens-at-the-cottage
Café Rua, Castlebar
Treat Dad to lunch in this wonderful café in the heart of Castlebar with delicious food and a fantastic service. Choose from the scrumptious salad including Warm Goat’s Cheese Salad and tasty sandwiches including
Roast Chicken, Arrabiatta Sauce and Mozzarella. This cafe also uses local ingredients to make their miasa blasta.
A visit to Castlebar is not complete unless you go to Café Rua. Ní bheidh díoma ar Dhaid agus you will come back. Info: https://www.caferua.com/
The Cot & Cobble, Ballina
Ballina’s multi award winning bar & restaurant is located along the banks of the famous River Moy. This friendly establishment has a varied menu and rud éigin do gach duine to enjoy including homemade lasagne, chicken curry, baked salmon and roast beef.
Vegetarian/vegan options available also. Bia iontach and good company – what else could Dad want?
Info: https://www.facebook.com/thecotandcobbleballina
Na Bronntanais (The Presents)
Phillips Menswear, Claremorris & Ballyhaunis
Your style tells your scéal at Phillips Menswear. From formal to casual menswear - wedding suits, chinos, jeans, shirts and bróga - you will have a rogha iontach here.
Bíonn siad an-sásta cúpla focal a labhairt leat sa siopa seo. This menswear shop stocks a wide range of brands including 6th Sense, Remus Uomo, Tom Penn and Diesel. The Diesel Jaxon Men's Polo Shirt in Dark Forest is a great choice for €42.99.
Info: https://www.phillipsmenswear.ie/
Castle Bookshop, Castlebar
Head into this charming Bookshop i gCaisleán an Bharraigh, áit a bhfuil rogha iontach leabhair whether you are looking for fiction, sport, history, leabhair Ghaeilge, titles by Mayo authors or autobiographies.
Tá seirbhís as Gaeilge acu chomh maith so be sure to use your cúpla focal. Má tá an duine speisialta i do shaol an-tógtha leis an spórt, he will enjoy Our Finest Hour by Edwin McGreal ar chostas €28. This leabhar is a celebration of all that is great about GAA clubs in Mayo.
More information: https://www.mayobooks.ie/
Portwest, Westport
Get a present from Portwest don fhear a bhíonn amuigh faoin aer! Baselayers, fleeces, rain jackets, rain trousers and various accessories - tá siad ar fad ar fáil anseo.
The Portwest Ticknock Men’s Polar Fleece Quarter-Zip at €40 would be perfect for Dad! The flagship store i gCathair na Mart is worth a visit but you can also go on to their website to look at the fantastic full range of outdoor clothing.
Info: https://www.theoutdoorshop.ie
Rud éigin speisialta ... make Dad’s day with an Experience!
Achill Sea Safari
Faigh bronntanas nach ndéanfaidh sé dearmad air. Embark on an unforgettable journey with Achill Sea Safari to discover the breathtaking views ar chósta Oileán Acla - cliffs, caves, coves and rugged mountains.
Witness the spectacular wildlife our coast has to offer from dolphins to seals to the gentle giants of basking sharks. This 1hr and 30 minute tour is an exhilarating experience.
Tours are weather dependent and the tour on the day will be dependent on how the weather conditions are. The price per person is €50.
Info: https://www.achill-sea-safari.com/
Ballinrobe Races – 21st July
Get him tickets for the rásaí at Mayo’s only racecourse - Lá iontach atá ann on the second day of the two-day July Festival. This fixture will feature a national hunt card. Early bird tickets are priced at €15.
Entry to the races also includes entry to the race dance following racing in the Mask Pavillion. County Down native Gavin Gribben, one of the most compelling live performers on the Irish Folk and Country circuit, will take to the stage.
Info: https://ballinroberacecourse.ie/tuesday-21st-july-2026/
Westport Town Hall Theatre - Pat Shortt & Faye Shortt - Shortt Stuff!! - 8th August
Hilarious and outrageously madcap father-daughter Duo Pat and Faye Shortt are taking sketch comedy by storm.
Bringing neart gáire and brilliantly bonkers characters to stages across Ireland and beyond, The Shortts - an irreverent and endearing Irish father-daughter sketch comedy act – are redefining what it means to be a comedic double act. Take Dad to
the Westport Town Hall Theatre for an oíche spraiúil on the 8th August at 8pm. Ticéid are €32.50 per person.
Info: https://www.westporttheatre.com/
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