Built between c.1830 and c.1900.
This well-maintained thatched vernacular public house retains its early form and character. Its integrity is enhanced by the retention of a number of early fittings to the openings. The irregular spacing of the openings to the front façade lends it an appealing vernacular character that is typical of such buildings in Ireland.
Photo via GoogleOpening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | 5:00 – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 5:00 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 1:00 – 11:30 PM |
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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Address | Bishop Street, Ballyshannon |
|---|---|
| County | Pubs in Donegal |
| Revenue ref | DOP021 |
The Thatch has its own Wikipedia article
The Thatch is one of just 71 Irish pubs notable enough to have a dedicated Wikipedia article. That puts it in the top 0.1% of the country's licensed pubs.
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Heritage-listed building
This well-maintained thatched vernacular public house retains its early form and character. Its integrity is enhanced by the retention of a number of early fittings to the openings. The irregular spacing of the openings to the front façade lends it an appealing vernacular character that is typical of such buildings in Ireland. Modest in scale, it exhibits the simple and functional form of vernacular building in Ireland. Buildings of this type were once a ubiquitous feature of small Irish…
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The Thatch is one of only 71 Irish pubs with a dedicated Wikipedia article — and one of Donegal's most notable licensed premises.
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