Who owns Westport House now?

It was built and is still privately owned by the Browne family, who are direct descendants of the famous 16th century Pirate Queen – Grace O’Malley.

How much was Westport House sold?

Westport House was put up for sale early last year with an asking price of €10 million and with debts of some €1 million. The sale of 18th-century Westport House to a local business dynasty was described as a “red-letter day” as it was confirmed by Minister for Rural Affairs Michael Ring on Friday.

Is Westport House open today?

Westport House (Historic House) Opening Times Open Wednesday to Sunday with pre-booked visits at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Open daily with pre-booked visits at 10am, 12pm and 2pm.

What is Westport in Irish?

Westport (Irish: Cathair na Mart, meaning ‘city of the beef cattle’, historically anglicised as Cahernamart) is a town in County Mayo in Ireland.

Who owns the Castlecourt Hotel in Westport?

Sister and brother team Anne and Joe Corcoran are Proprietors of both the Westport Plaza Hotel and the Castlecourt Hotel, the first Resort in Westport. Their management style is based on the Resort’s first core value.

Who designed Westport?

Westport Town Westport is one of Ireland’s few planned towns. An estate town, it was built according to designs set out by famous Georgian architect James Wyatt in the 1780s.

What is happening to Westport House?

Phase one of the restoration of Westport House commenced earlier this year and is expected to be completed in Autumn 2021. The restoration project is estimated to cost in the region of €5 million and is fully funded by the Hughes family.

Can you walk around Westport House?

Westport House Estate (4km loop) – another trail right in the heart of Westport, you can loop this privately-owned estate to take in the myriad of pleasures of this stunning historic estate that has been generously opened to the public to walk for free.

Can you go into Westport House?

You can buy individual tickets for Westport House as well as individual and family tickets to the Pirate Adventure Park. The grounds, gardens and walking trails are open for free to all visitors.

Where should I stop between Dublin and Westport?

Best stops along Westport to Dublin drive

• Cong Abbey. Historical landmark.
• Ashford Castle. Hotel.
• National Museum of Ireland – Country Life. National museum.
• Mountain View Horse Riding Centre, Poulnagun, Co. Clare.
• Belleek Castle & Jack Fenn’s Cafe & Bistro.
• Wild Atlantic Way Apartments Salthill.
• Galway Cathedral.
• Quay St.

Is Westport a nice town?

Westport is a great town and safe town. It is very safe and the people are very friendly. Although many consider it a rich and snobby town, it is a pleasant place to live.

Who owns the Westport Plaza Hotel?

Who owns Westport House in Ireland?

Westport House in Westport, County Mayo, Ireland, is a well known Irish tourist attraction, owned by the Hughes family who own a number of businesses in the west of Ireland. Until January 2017, it was the ancestral seat of the Browne family, whose head was the Marquess of Sligo.

Who was the architect of Westport House?

Built in the 18th century, Westport House was designed by the famous architects, Richard Cassels, James Wyatt, and Thomas Ivory. Westport House is located west of the Shannon and is considered to be one of Ireland’s most beautiful historic homes open to visitors – and is today often described as being one of Ireland’s National Treasures.

Why visit Westport House?

A visit to Westport House will tell the story of the development of the house as well as the family’s contribution to the estate and surrounding area. We hope you’ll enjoy the tales of pirates and slave emancipators as you gain a fascinating insight into the families behind the big house as well as the members of staff who made it all possible.

Is Westport Ireland’s best place to live?

And if you’re still not convinced, Westport officially won the title of ‘Best Place to Live’ by The Irish Times. A Georgian town, Westport is located on the edge of the Atlantic inlet in Mayo. This gives way to an abundance of beaches close to this town, with Bertra Beach being the nearest, a mere 17-minute drive away.