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Ballina (/ ˌ b æ l ə ˈ n ɑː / bal-ə-NA; Irish: Béal an Átha, meaning 'mouth of the ford') is a town in north County Mayo, Ireland. It lies at the mouth of the River Moy near Killala Bay , in the Moy valley and Parish of Kilmoremoy, with the Ox Mountains to the east and the Nephin Beg mountains to the west.
Ballina, (gaelic Béal an Átha) home of the famous River Moy, is Mayo's largest town. There is a rich variety of pubs, restaurants and nightclubs in the town, which is famous for its hospitality and excellent accommodation base.
Ballina (Irish: Béal an Átha: the mouth of the ford) is a large town on the estuary of the River Moy in north Mayo. Ballina is the ideal location for visitors and tourists wishing to experience and explore North Mayo & West Sligo.
Ballina was founded in 1723 by Lord Tyrawley but there is no doubt that the settlement on the banks of the Moy existed long before the early 18th century. According to Lewis's Topographical Dictionary 1837, the original name of the town was Belleek or in Irish, Beal Atha an Fheada.
Situated close to the mouth of Killala Bay, right on the Wild Atlantic Way, Ballina is located just 40 minutes’ drive from Ireland West International Airport and, easily accessible by rail and bus is the perfect base from which to explore the wonderfully unspoilt, undiscovered gems of the North Mayo region.
Dec 31, 2023 · Ballina is a picturesque little town in County Mayo and the home of the famous River Moy which is one of the best-stocked salmon rivers in all of Ireland. From visiting the magnificent ruins of Moyne Abbey and watching a show at the Ballina Arts Centre to admiring the beauty of Belleek Woods , there is plenty to look forward to when staying in ...
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Situated close to the mouth of Killala Bay, right on the Wild Atlantic Way, Ballina is located just 40 minutes’ drive from Ireland West International Airport and, easily accessible by rail and bus is the perfect base from which to explore the wonderfully unspoilt, undiscovered gems of the North Mayo region.
