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A Taste of Ulster: a Feastival of Food, Fiddles & Folklore


Calling all foodies, culture lovers and music fans!

Come Away Together on our solo-friendly weekend escape through the heart of Ulster, for a 3 day weekend full of flavours, stories and tunes, at an easy pace and in great company.

Meeting Point: Enniskillen Castle, Co. Fermanagh Find this on Google Maps
Solo-Friendly, Friendship groups, couples, all welcome

Day 1Flavour & Folklore in Enniskillen

Come Away Together on our solo-friendly weekend escape through the heart of Ulster, for a weekend full of flavours, stories and tunes, at an easy pace and in great company.

We gather at Enniskillen Castleeasily accessible from Dublin by Expressway bus - then dive straight into the award-winning ‘A Taste of Enniskillen’  - a multi award-winning foodie walking tour. Expect local bites, artisan sips and lots of Ulster banter. This tour is full of flavour, stories and laughs, as we sip, savour and stroll our way through this island town. We’ll meet local producers, taste a dozen or so specialities and uncover the legends behind every bite. 

After this warm and tasty welcome, we journey north into Donegal, soaking up the scenic views  (weather – permitting!) as we make our way to Letterkenny to check into our hotel and unwind for the evening.

Day 2A Festival of Food in Donegal

After an early morning dip in the hotel pool, you’ll dine on a typical Irish breakfast, before making our way to the stunning, family-owned Oakfield Estate for a full day at the 2025 Donegal Festival of Food. Set across 100 acres of landscaped gardens, sculpture trails, lakes and parkland, Oakfield is home to Ireland’s longest miniature railway - and yes, we’ll enjoy a scenic ride through the gardens, woodlands and sculpture trails aboard this charming train.

Expect regional culinary delights, live music, artisan food and drink and cooking demos from renowned chefs like Marco Pierre White & Rachel Allen.

It’s a feast for all the senses, with entertainment and discovery at every turn - whether you're a passionate foodie, a fan of local crafts, or simply in the mood for a great day out in great company.

Day 3Bluegrass, BBQ flavours & the Sperrin Glen

On our final day, we head via the Sperrin Glens to the Ulster American Folk Park’s Bluegrass Festival with a chance to glimpse the up-and-coming queen of blues and bluegrass: Muireann Bradley.

As well as toe-tapping music, you can gorge on Tex-Mex, smoky BBQ food, craft brews and classic Americana foods. This festival beautifully blends food, music and folklore.

Or you can simply immerse yourself in the story of Irish emigration: from the thatched cottages of Ulster, through a full-scale emigrant ship and into the log cabins of early America.

Trip Highlights

A Taste of Enniskillen – walking food tour and stories with local producers

Donegal Food Festival at Oakfield House – tastes, tunes, and train rides

Retail magic at McElhinneys of Ballybofey

Bluegrass BBQ at the Ulster American Folk Park – a festival of food, music & good company

It’s for you if…

•        You love great flavours, rich stories & a spoonful of culture with every bite.

•        You ready to enjoy good company, new places and tasting as you go

•        You’re ready for a weekend with zero planning and max enjoyment

•        Better still…if you have a Free Travel Pass

All Aboard…

Don’t Stay Home Alone: Come Away Together for three story-packed days across Ulster - full of flavours, tunes and memories in the making.

Tour Price: Eur425 per person sharing

Includes:

  • Accommodation: 2 nights B&B in Quality 4 * hotel in Letterkenny: double/twin occupancy.
    Single Supplement: €30 per night

  • A Taste of Enniskillen – 4 hour guided walking food tour and stories with local producers

  • Donegal Festival of Food entry at Oakfield House – tastes, tunes, and train rides

  • Bluegrass Festival entry at the Ulster American Folk Park – a festival of food, music & good company

  • Travel by private coach from Enniskillen.

Places are limited — For curious explorers, solo travellers, and day-trippers who love a bit of everything.
Come solo or bring a friend and let’s enjoy the trip, the food and the company.

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A Taste of Ulster: a Feastival of Food, Fiddles & Folklore
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