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Win a Luxury Two Night Retreat and Woodland Sauna Session at Ballynahinch Castle

Published

Sep 05, 2025

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Aisling Dowd

One Lucky Galway Now Reader will win a two-night bed and breakfast at the renowned Ballynahinch Castle along with a session in their woodland sauna for two.

Whether you’re just surviving back to school season or recovering after a busy Summer, the colder months are the perfect time for a short getaway to refresh and start anew.

We’ve teamed up with Ballynahinch Castle to offer one lucky Galway Now reader (and their guest) the chance to win a two night bed and breakfast and a session in their woodland sauna. A truly amazing setting to escape and focus on yourself in a beautiful setting, with top notch service and top rated food.

Located only one hour from Galway city you can escape and log off for two days in the Connemara countryside. Arrive in time for lunch at the locals favourite, Fisherman's Pub & Ranji Room, before exploring the estate and taking a refreshing dip in the estate’s pristine lake plunge area before your complimentary sauna session.

Whether you are a frequent visitor to your local sauna or you are new to the trend, this is a fantastic addition to your stay. With the estates' picturesque woodlands as the backdrop, there is no better way to end a day of exploring the riverside walkways or cycling through Connemara's landscape.

There are many activities on site to take advantage of during your stay, such as fly fishing, a guided boat trip on Roundstone Bay with lobster fishing or guided walks of the estate. Bicycle hire is complimentary for all guests so you can explore the wonderful Connemara Greenway.

With its incredible views overlooking the river and one of the finest Irish art collections, the Owenmore Restaurant is truly an experience in itself and a recommended addition to your stay. The estate’s bounty and local produce means that the Executive head chef Danni Barry and her team has plenty to draw upon for their menu.

Even with the estate and surrounding areas to explore it will be tempting to spend the whole stay in the beautiful rooms, the majority with mountain & river views to look out upon. The prize includes breakfast so you will end your visit with a lavish complimentary morning meal in the Owenmore Restaurant.