The beautiful town of Glenties lies where two glens meet almost surrounded by the majestic Bluestack mountains. A prestigious winner of the “Tidy Town” award it has been described as an oasis among the sterile mountains, defined by its trees and bushes that welcome its many visitors. During the Great Famine, an old hospital and workhouse stood on the current site of the comprehensive school. It is a great spot for fishing on the two rivers and there are delightful walks and drives in the surrounding area.

The highly acclaimed McGill Summer School is held every summer in memory of the famous local writer Patrick McGill and is open to the public. The town is a mecca for traditional musicians and the annual “Fiddlers Weekend” held every October is an amazing three days of Irish music and craic.