A Weekend of Gaeilge at Carrick Gate
Irish Language, Culture & Craic in Southwest Donegal
16th - 18th October 2026
Enjoy a special weekend with fellow Gaelgóirí in beautiful Southwest Donegal. At Carrick Gate we are offering an opportunity for those with a grá for the Irish language, from beginner to intermediate level, to come together and enjoy an immersive weekend in Irish. Our Irish speaking staff will provide our guests with a special and unique stay to relax, explore and have the craic with other Gaelgóirí in one of the most scenic coastal areas in Ireland.
Your Weekend
Friday 16th October
- Arrival and check-in at Carrick Gate
- Settle in and make yourself at home for the weekend
- 8.30am - 10.30am - Breakfast at Carrick Gate
- 11.00am - 12.30pm - Ciorcal Comhrá
- 1.00pm - Trip to Glencolmcille Folk Village, with lunch and guided tour
- Afternoon - Scenic journey home
- 6.30pm - Dinner at The Rusty Mackerel
- 8.00pm - Traditional music session at Evelyn's Central Bar
- 8.30am - 10.30am - Breakfast
- 11.00am - Check-out
- 11.15am - River walk
- 12.30pm - Tea/coffee, scones and goodbyes at Carrick Gate
€185 - Single occupancy
€310 - Two people sharing (€155 per person)
Want to make a longer weekend of it?
Stay Sunday night for just €40 extra per room.
What's Included
Two nights' accommodation, breakfast Saturday and Sunday, transport to and from activities, guided tour and lunch at the Folk Village, dinner at The Rusty Mackerel, tea/coffee & scones.
Book Your Place
Places are limited and are available by direct booking only.
To reserve your place, call us on 086 811 2292 or email bookings@carrickgate.com.
Contact
Address
Main Street,
Carrick,
Co. Donegal,
F94 DAOV
Phone
086 811 2292
