I love the west coast of Ireland. I’ve written here before about the south-west and all the things that capture me every time I go there. 

A severe weather alert remains in place today after torrential rain sparked localised flash flooding, leading to the cancellation or postponement of a number of sporting fixtures — most notably Listowel Races.

Martin Claffey enjoys a walking break in the stunning surrounds of Connemara.

KEITH RICHARDS was somewhere around Oughterard, on the edge of Lough Corrib, when the craving began to take hold.