The Mayo School Break Club run by Western Care visited Westport House today to launch a Sensory Space for visitors with sensory needs. Nestled in between the old house bridge and the Grace O’Malley Statue, guests can enjoy some quiet time listening to the bird song, the wind in the trees and the sound of the river if they need a break. Families with children with sensory processing difficulties are […]
Create precious memories for all the family on the 400-acre historic lands of Westport House. Situated in the heart of Westport town, this 300-year-old heritage destination, the lands of legendary Pirate Queen Grace O’Malley, has a myriad of exciting family adventures in store – and lots of new activities this summer. Soak up the inspiring heritage of Westport House with a brand-new Audio Tour app now available for all visitors […]
Walk of life One of the most striking aspects of the Westport House Estate is the beautiful Carrowbeg River that slides through the grounds down to the sea. Graceful and life-giving, its presence is inextricably bound up in the house’s history. Westport House itself was built in 1730 on the ruins of an old castle belonging to the Pirate Queen, Granuaile, and in the decade that followed, the house’s architect […]
A celebratory walk for Wish Children will take place in Westport House on 15th June 2019 16th May 2019 – In memory of Wish Children, both past and present, Make-A-Wish will be joined by Wish families, friends, volunteers and supporters on 15th June in Westport House for Walk for Wishes. Starting at 2pm, participants will walk to remember all of the 2,400 children whose wishes have been granted across […]
We are hiring. A great new role has arisen for the right person to join one of the most exciting tourism developments in the West. We are now actively seeking a Book Keeper for both Westport House & Hotel Westport as part of the finance team. Job Title: Book Keeper This is a full time (39 hours per week), permanent role. Location: Hotel Westport, Westport, Co. Mayo Reporting to: Finance […]
We are hiring! #JobFairy Do you want to join the team who make Westport House the Best Family Holiday Destination in Ireland? Are you passionate, mature, hard-working, people-loving, customer-service focused and looking for a varied and fun workplace? Are you flexible and willing to work weekends? If you answered yes to the above, then Westport House wants to hear from you! We have the following new seasonal roles for the right […]
There’s serious fun to be had in 2019 at Westport House! Kicking-off the season with amazing NEW ADVENTURE & ATTRACTIONS to the Pirate Adventure Park– opening on April 13th For one price, your family can visit award-winning Pirate Adventure Park as often as you like during the 2019 season and receive exclusive membership discounts and offers. Buy Membership & Save Your Season Membership gives you: – Unlimited use of the amusements and […]
Stuck for ideas on what to give to your Mum on Sunday? Mother’s Day can creep up on us all and it’s all too easy to fall back on the fail-safe gift options. There’s nothing wrong with that, of course but sometimes it’s nice to gift someone an experience, rather than a product. So, step away from the limp petrol station bouquet and celebrate her in the manner that she […]
There’s serious fun to be had this Easter at the award-winning Westport House and Hotel Westport. Kicking-off the season with amazing NEW ADVENTURE & ATTRACTIONS to the Pirate Adventure Park– opening on April 13th including The Jump Around, (hop on this ride for a delightful time and you may even hear a ‘Ribbit’), Mini Ferris Wheel, (get comfy in your mini Ferris Wheel pod while you enjoy the views), Vortex […]
Give the gift of magical memories at Westport House this Christmas… Westport House will be having an online sale this Black Friday Payday weekend from mid-night, Thursday 29th of November to mid-night on Monday 3rd December. We will be offering a whopping 25% off all annual memberships, day passes to the house and grounds and day passes to the Pirate Adventure Park! The perfect gift for Christmas, don’t you think? […]
