Location
How to get to Derry Quay Lodge
- On entering Headford town, take the R334 signposted for Cong
- After approx 8Km you enter a village called Cross. Take the R346 for Cong
- Take the first left on the road for Derry Quay which will also have a sign for Derry Quay Lodge
- Follow that road for approximately 2 km and you will see a house sign for Derry Quay Lodge
Map
Getting to Cross
Airports
- Ireland West Airport Knock Co.Mayo Tel: 094 9368100
- Galway Airport Carnmore Co.Galway Tel: 091 755569: Location
- Shannon Airport Shannon Co.Clare Tel: 061 712000
- Dublin Airport Dublin Tel: 01 8141111
Bus Eireann
- Galway City Tel: 091562000
About Cross, Co. Mayo
The picturesque village of Cross is situated mid way between the towns of Westport, Castlebar and Galway City, and is approximately 30km from each town. It is 1.5 hours from Ireland West Airport, 1 hour from Galway Airport and 2 hours from Shannon Airport.
Local attractions and amenities
There are several local attractions in the area, Fishing been the most popular.
There are two beautiful golf courses within 15 minute drive from Cross one of these being on the beautiful grounds of Ashford Castle renowned 5 star hotel the other is Ballinrobe Golf Course. There are also many beautiful walks to be taken in and around the castle, you can also go horse riding if you your not feeling up to the walking.
From Lisloughrey pier you can get the ferry to Inchagoill island on Lough Corrib.
A little history of Cross
A great battle took place between the Firbolgs and the Tuatha de Danann (ancient tribes of Ireland) on the great plain of Moytura in Cross. They played the first ever hurling match on those plains. The Firbolgs outshone that day, but the battle was won by the Tuatha de Danann. Ballymagibbon Cairn was erected to celebrate the battle.
From Christian times you can still see the ruins of St Fura's church at Ballymagibbon (7th Century). An interesting relic of this old ruin is now placed in the porch of Cross church. It is a carved stone having in relief the figure of a child.
Having completed your rambles through Cross, relax with a copy of Sir William Wilde's Lough Corrib, or enjoy the works of his son Oscar, who roamed the area as a youth while holidaying in Moytura House