There are a variety of walks that will suit all levels or walkers and hill walkers, some of them start right at our door. Rita leads guided walks to suit all levels of ability. Hungry Hill with the two lakes is an absolute must for any walking enthusiast! We have been hosting walking holidays and weekends for women for many years now and we will be able to advise you on what walks will best suit your level of ability.
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On a calm day and if the cetaceans oblige, it is possible to spot a variety of whales dolphins and porpoises that grace these waters. Don’t forget to bring binoculars if you have them!
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Dzogchen Beara Retreat Centre

The Buddhist Retreat Centre is just 3k from Bellatrrix. Over the years we have looked after many women who have attended retreats there. www.dzogchenbeara.org Daily meditation practice is open to the public at Dzogchen Beara. The centre is situated in a dramatic cliff top location. You will have a view that you will never forget. There is also a lovely little coffee/book shop.
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Beara is renowned for its stone circles and standing stones dating back from 1500 to 500 B.C. The beautiful Derrentaggart West Stone Circle and Ring Fort are just a ten minute drive from Bellatrix and The Hag of Beara site at Kilcatherine is a wonderful place for rituals.
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Beara is renowned for its stone circles and standing stones dating back from 1500 to 500 B.C. The beautiful Derrentaggart West Stone Circle and Ring Fort are just a ten minute drive from Bellatrix and The Hag of Beara site at Kilcatherine is a wonderful place for rituals.
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Shiatsu

Rita has great skill and a wealth of experience in offering shiatsu massage. Shiatsu is non-invasive treatment with many practical benefits, it relieves stress and tension along with all sorts of aches and pains and digestive problems.

“I always enjoy the luxury of a treatment with Rita which relaxes and balances body and mind, bringing me a deep feeling of calm and well-being.”
Christine Whiteside

You can take a day trip by ferry to Bere Island or take Ireland’s only cable car to Dursey Island. Seeing is believing and the journey across is an experience in itself.
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It is a ‘hilly’ experience to cycle in Beara but an exciting one and no better way to get close to nature.
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There are plenty of other activities on the Beara Peninsula, including Golf, Horseriding, Music and art to mention but a few.
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