Ballindine
County Mayo, in the West of Ireland
Ballindine is situated on the busy N17 Galway / Sligo road 4 miles south of Claremorris. The village is very pleasing to the eye of passing traffic with tall trees lining either side of the main road, surrounded by neat, colourful flower beds.
The remains of a possible fort are located in a field close to Ballindine National School and tradition goes that Ballindine got its name from this fort - Baile an Daingin meaning 'town of the fortress'. The nearby souterrain was connected underground to the ruins of the old church in Cloonmore 2km to the east and to the ruins of the old church in Garryduff, 5km west.
The vibrant city of Galway is only 40 miles north of Ballindine on the N17 road and, in the other direction, Ireland West Airport Knock is only 20 mins drive, and the Marian Shrine & Basilica at Knock is 10 mins drive. Regular bus services are in operation connecting Ballindine with major towns and cities in this part of Ireland.
Close to the village you find the River Robe (brown trout) and the famous Castlemagarret, which is closely linked to the history of Ballindine.
Hotel accommodation (in Claremorris) and local B&B's are available which makes Ballindine a convenient base for further excursions into this part of beautiful Mayo.
Ballindine Sculpture
A colourful and modern sculpture - 'The Player' - heralds the approach to Ballindine from the Galway side. This brightly coloured, accordion shape, steel sculpture commemorates the life and work of musician Martin O'Donohue, who founded the Disabled Drivers Association. Commissioned in 2002 by Mayo County Council and the DDA, it was designed by Ballintubber based sculptor, Cathal McCarthy.
Amenities
Ballindine offers peace and tranquility for the city weary visitor, but has many amenities including 3 shops, 2 petrol stations, 3 pubs, pharmacy, health centre, restaurant, fast-food outlet, bookies, a factory, community centre, church, a new school and a football pitch. It is home to the headquarters of the Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland and is also the location of the Alzheimer's Respite Centre/Marian House.
Famous People
Labour TD, Pat Rabbitte, leader of the Labour Party 2002 - 2007, was born in Woodstock, close to Ballindine village Sabina Coyne, wife of Irish President Michael D Higgins, is a native of Cloonrane, 1km south of Ballindine
Golf
Full Bar and Restaurant facilities.
Visitors welcome.
Special rates available for Societies and Club Outings.
Tel: ++ 353 (0) 94 937 1527
E-mail: info@claremorrisgolfclub.com