Westport House & Pirate Adventure

About the House & Pirate Adventure

Westport House was built in 1730, on the ruins of one of legendary Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley’s 16th Century castles built by The Browne Family. It is approx 1 hour 15 mins from Galway city and situated in a superb Parkland setting with lake, terraces and gardens overlooking Clew Bay, The Atlantic Ocean and Clare Island to the West. To the South Croagh Patrick sits on the horizon and to the front of the house the Carrowbeg River runs into the lake and down to the quay.

Complete with original antiques, dungeons, wax work displays and two comprehensive educational exhibitions, it is home to Grace O’Malley’s direct descendants: The 11th Marquess of Sligo and his family. Stunning scenery, architectural magnificence, beautifully manicured gardens and a Pirate Adventure Park combine with a remarkable history, that encompasses Ireland’s notorious Pirate Queen, rebellions, slavery and famine – to provide a memorable, fun and educational experience for all age groups. There are endless activities for young and old such as pitch and putt, table tennis, tennis, white swan boats, cannonball run, playgrounds, bouncy castle and much more.