Ashleigh Falls

Is a Well known beauty spot it is just outside the town of Leenane in Galway and includes Doolough Valley, scene of the tragic famine walk. A film adaptation of John B. Keane’s famous play "The Field", directed by Jim Sherdian, was made in Leenane in 1989. Well-known stars taking part included the late Richard Harris, John Hurt and Tom Berrenger. Visitors can visit many of the locations used as sets in the film.

In more recent years the famous Kelly Family from Germany used Leenane as the setting for a singing album. There is something for everybody with facilities for adventure sports, cruising on Killary, mountain climbing and fishing. The renown Western Way walking trail passes through Leenane. These, combined with good accommodation and food, make Leenane an ideal holiday location.