Balla – Balla Álainn

Patrick.W Nally Monument

This picturesque and tranquil town has many places of historical interest including The Blessed Well, a former place of pilgrimage, the Round Tower.  Balla, set among parklands, hills and lakes, offers you an opportunity to share in the living tradition of rural Ireland.  The town of Balla holds an important place in the history of the county and tradition has it that St. Patrick himself rested in Balla. 

The Croagh Patrick Heritage Trail starts/finishes at Balla.  This 61km walking route offers you an opportunity to explore the beautiful countryside. Communities along the way are providing facilities and services to help you enjoy this part of Co. Mayo.

Activities and entertainment on offer include

Golf – enjoy the unique 18 hole par 3 course open all year round.

In the evenings you can experience ceilis, dances, discos and traditional Irish music sessions in the local pubs.  An added attraction can be the distinctive sound of the local Pipe Band.

Balla Round Tower

Natural Features
Several hundred acres of Parkland
The River Moy
Turlough
Exceptional examples of native flora & Fauna

Heritage Sites
Round Tower
Holy Well
Secondary School (Former Landlord House)
The old Protestant Church
Nally House
The Architectural significance of the Church