Local Attractions:

There is a variety of attractions in the immediate vicinity of Banada and with local accommodation totalling 150 beds in local towns, Tubbercurry, Swinford, Charlestown, Ballina and Banada. Visitors are welcomed and well catered for.

The Peace Gardens:
These wonderful gardens by the banks of the river Moy were opened by John Hume MEP MP in 1997. They were donated by the Mullarkey family and represent a major attraction for the area of Banada and Tourlestrane. The gardens contain public seating, picnic areas, a fountain, pagoda, boat house and an authentic famine pot. They were further enhanced in 2003 making them accessible to disabled users. Free fishing along the banks of the River Moy.

They are open (and Free!) to the public seven days a week and provide a tranquil setting to relax and enjoy the scenery. Come and sit by the River Moy and watch the world go by! The gardens are only 8 miles from Knock International Airport, 5 miles from Charlestown and 3 miles from Tubbercurry.

Banada Graveyard:
This beautifully restored heritage graveyard dates from the foundation of the Priory in 1423 and has walks, plaques and memorials to those buried in unknown graves. The wonderful history of this place is documented in the book, "As the Waters Flow", first published in 2003 (available here).

The Priory:
The ruins of the Augustinian Priory are located on the banks of the River Moy and can be explored today.

Harvest Festival:
Local men make straw ropes at the Harvest Festival held by BDA in Tourlestrane.