Tory Island

The only access to the island is by ferry. Ferry times are dependant on the weather, the tide, and the time of year, and run from Magheroarty and Bunbeg. It's best to call the pier office in Magheroarty to confirm the day before you go on +353 74 9135061

There are two "towns" on the island, called simply West Town and East Town and the best way to explore the island is by foot or by bicycle, which can be hired on the island (Phone +353 749 165614).

• Balor's Teethand the granite cliffs, on the east side of the island.

• Tau Crossis a reminder of St. Colm Cille's monastic period on the island. Carved from a single slab of slate, it is considered to be of great importance to the fishermen,who pray there before going fishing.

• Round TowerWas built in the sixth century and is made of granite.

• Lighthousewas built between 1828 and 1832 and was manned until 1990.

• Meet the King of Tory, Patsy Dan Rodgers. The title is not inherited but rather bestowed on the bearer by the islanders. Patsy Dan represents the people and tries to meet every visitor who lands on the island.

• Creggan Restaurant

  phone: +353 74 913-5856
  address: West Town

• An Club

  address: West Town

Hotel

• Tory Hotel

  phone: +353 74 913-5920
  address: West Town

Hostel

• Tory Hostel

  phone: +353 74 916-5145
  address: West Town

Bed and Breakfasts

• Graceanne Duffy

  phone: +353 74 913-5136
  Bord Failte Approved.

• Eílís Nic Ruairí

  phone: +353 74 913-5512

• Máire Nic Fhionntaigh

  phone: +353 74 913-5856

• Noelle & Eddie Doohan

  phone: +353 87 795-0176

Self-catering Apartments

• Jimmy Rodgers' Self-catering apartments

  phone: +353 74 916-5152

Informations about Tory Island