Lough Eske Loop Famine Pot Walk
The Lough Eske Famine Pot is located a short distance from Ardnamona Woods. There is a car park, an easy short walk and picnic area here along with the Famine Pot, which is housed in a small, protective stone structure. The Famine Pot dates from the Irish Famine (1845-1852) and was used to cook basic food for the starving.
County Donegal
Distance 0.8 miles
OS Map OSI Discovery series sheet no. 11.
Terrain Forest road and tracks.
Nearest Town Donegal Town
Route Shape Circular
Grid Reference G958 826
Route Type Forest
Route Description
The route is marked with white arrows on a light blue background.
Point of Interest
Famine pot, woodland walk
Public transport
Not available
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Lough Eske Loop Famine Pot Walk