Seaside route to Clifden via Cong (Day 4of8)

From the B&B we were off towards the coast from Enistimon to Enistymon (I know that'd confuse me too) to be met with a wonderful view



In the distance you can see the Arran Islands (not to be confused with the Isle of Arran)

Then down the coast to Dunguaire Castle. Looked worth a vist, so we thought we'd have a look in...


But it only has one tower

and they wanted 6 euros each to go in, so like everyone else at the time, we declined and had a walk round (the perimeter wall) instead, so peaceful with the swans and all.



Before leaving we spotted this superb house...



We now set off towards Clifden, via Cong. Cong is the village used in the 1952 film "The Quiet Man" where it was called Innisfree. The film is well known and maintains a keen following even after all this time.

Sandy posing in front of the "Pat Cohan Bar"



Me in front of the pub that could have been named after me...(what?)



Before we could go there was a glitch, I'd left my helmet in the Tourist Office and they were now closed for a leisurely lunch. Me walking back with the information...



And finally off we go again... The views on the way to Clifden were wonderful. Click these to get a better view.





Finally we arrive in Clifden. We opt for a town centre B&B this time. The first one was attractive as it was only 40 euros for the room, but the land(lady) scared me, so a hasty retreat to the B&B over the road was sought. This one was great, although twice the price. We wouldn't know at this point that we would be staying for 2 nights...

Off out for a pint of Guinness (medicinal you know) and a curry in a local Indian. Once back at the B&B I am struck down with chronic toothache. Aye Aye Aye Aye Ah All night long. Not a wink of sleep, soooooo painful.

Sandy is off round the corner first thing in the morning (0700hrs) to check out the local dentist and before you know it I'm sat in there as they open and they take pity on this pathetic creature,. One session of root canal treatment later (blimey - horrid) and AMAZINGLY - no pain! Could have kissed the Dentist and would have paid a years wages for the relief she gave me.

I'm so tired (and traumatised too, I spend the day and second night asleep) It pours with rain most of the time anyway. Sandy was great, no issue, just got on supporting me. Thank you so much! X

Our B&B


Route today 120 miles