Lakeland House

22/07/2026

Cong is all decked out in the red and green ahead of Sunday’s All Ireland Final. Best of luck to Tommy Conroy and the Mayo team. Mayo for Sam!!! An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association

10/06/2026

Big news for Cong and film history! 🎬 We are incredibly proud to announce that the European Film Academy has officially designated The Quiet Man Museum a Treasure of European Film Culture, celebrating 75 years since John Ford brought his masterpiece to life in Mayo. ✨
We join an elite global list alongside landmarks like the Trevi Fountain! Former President Michael D. Higgins shared his congratulations, calling the museum a "testament to the enduring power of storytelling."
The official plaque unveiling takes place Friday, 12th June at 4:30 PM right here at the museum. The true guests of honour will be our four remaining local villagers who were extras in the movie and involved in the filming in 1951. 💚
Drop a 🎬 in the comments if The Quiet Man is on your bucket list!
IrishCentral.com

08/06/2026

A great article from The Guardian today that captures the magic of our wonderful area, recently designated a UNESCO Global Geopark ❤️ Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association

11/05/2023

Car enthusiasts check out this beauty which turned in the gates today! And Gerry wishing he was James Bond! An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association

25/04/2023

What an honour for our little village to be ranked as one of Ireland's 5 most picturesque villages! Come to Cong and experience the magic for yourself. An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association

The Emerald Isle is not short of beautiful towns to visit. We highlight five of the most picturesque villages in Ireland.

15/04/2023

Is Mayo on your mind after last night's visit by President Joe Biden? Why not visit magical Mayo yourself this year and stay at Lakeland House in Cong - reserve your accommodation at www.lakelandhouse.net An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association

27/05/2022

Good days fishing for Heinz, our German fisherman friend who has been staying with us for the last 30 years! A lovely brown trout For dinner this evening. An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association

17/05/2022

A lovely video of Cong showing all the hard work done day in and day out by Cong Village Tidy Towns. Well done to all the volunteers who keep our beautiful village looking it’s best! An Óige-The Irish Youth Hostel Association