As most of you know, I was in Moira last weekend for my sister’s wedding and I really want to show you all this picturesque and charming place.
Moira is a beautiful little village in Co. Down, Northern Ireland and can be accessed directly from the motorway, making it very easy to access. This was only my second time visiting here, which is surprising as it has always been a close enough place to where I had been living.
The last time I was here was in 2016 and it made a huge impact on me even then. I knew I wanted to return for a visit one day and luckily enough for me, I would be visiting for a wedding. It’s an extremely quirky place with many independently owned shops, quaint cafes and award winning restaurants. There is a very welcoming and homely feel to Moira and it has an abundance of character. I will run through some of the places I managed to see over the weekend and highlight a couple of places that I would love to visit in the future.
1 – Ralph’s Bed and Breakfast
We stayed here for two nights and absolutely loved it. The rooms were really comfortable, the breakfast was outstanding and the whole place just oozed a certain attractive charm. The location was fantastic, situated on the Main Street and close to everything.
2 – Tutta La Pizza
This is a lovely pizzeria across the road from Ralph’s that has amazing pizza, where you can grab a takeaway or you can dine in, whilst soaking in the rustic charm that it has managed to encapsulate.
3 – The StillHouse
This family owned gastropub is perfect for some great food and drinks in a warm and cosy environment. Not a bad place for a wedding too 🤗. This is a really stunning venue with the friendliest of staff, that has been a popular spot here for many years. I remember calling in here before and loving it even then.
4 – Moira Demesne
This amazing space is also situated just off Main Street and offers a beautiful getaway from the hustle and bustle of the village. There is a lovely loop walkway, a play park for the kids, some creative animal statues and an amazing coffee cart (best coffee I have tried so far here in Northern Ireland!).
5 – Places to interest
I didn’t have time on this occasion to check these places out but they are definitely on my list for the future. A quirky coffee shop and an award winning restaurant, I have heard amazing reviews about these two spots and they are conveniently situated on the Main Street. Be sure to check these out if you’re in the vicinity. A lovely sunset on the Main Street on a crisp autumn evening.
All in all this is a great little place to check out and spend a day or two. I personally can’t wait to return to explore more and try the coffee shops and restaurants, as I’m sure there are even more that I haven’t even seen yet.
Happy Thursday everyone. It’s a cold and wet one this week in Northern Ireland (what a shocker) and the dark evenings have leached into the afternoons.
However, last weekend we were in Moira for my sister’s wedding and I was able to spot a few doors that I liked. Take a wee look below and let me know if you have a favourite.
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Number 5 is my personal favourite. The quaintest and tiniest door I ever did see! I wonder if a bird lives in there?!
We had the pleasure of watching my youngest sister walk down the aisle at the weekend to be married to her best friend. We had an amazing day with family and friends and enjoyed quality time filled with love and laughter (call me Corny Collins). That is all of the siblings married now in my family and it certainly makes you feel like we’re all getting on in life. Things sure have changed here on Waltons mountain.
My beautiful sister 🤍🤍
I can’t wait to show case the town where my sister had her wedding with a blog post coming very soon. It’s a beautiful, quaint little town in Northern Ireland called Moira. Have you ever heard of it?
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