Thanks to Food & Travel Girl • jillianbolger.com of the Independent Travel for featuring River Run House & Cottages in her article "20 great group getaways in Ireland"this weekend. River Run is indeed the ideal getaway, situated on the shores of Lough Derg in the fab village of Terryglass. #KeepDiscovering

Ballina is the southern gateway to Lough Derg and is connected to Killaloe by an historic bridge. This picturesque village is bursting with life and energy. There is an abundance of exciting water activities such as lake cruises, fishing lessons and stand-up paddling. #VisitTipp

Lough Derg autumn really is the best colour on you! Portumna Co. Galway. #Irelandshiddenheartlands

Misty magical morning on #loughderg. ⁣⁣ Thanks to ⁣@pierre_cwc on Instagram for this fab image.

Get up early, whatever that may be for you and head to Two Mile Gate. Paddle a short Blueway trail or head for a hike in the hills. Afterwards, you’ll be craving warmth and comfort and Josie Anne’s patisserie in Ogonnelloe can provide just that. #loughderg

Delighted to see Lough Derg Blueway feature strongly on this fab video created to launch "Embracing Ireland Outdoors-National Outdoor Recreation Strategy 2023-202" youtu.be/uqmS_WFy_Yk @waterwaysirelan Ireland's Hidden Heartlands VisitClare Discover Galway TipperaryTourism

One for the Christmas break. Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

The Today FM 💛 Campervan of Christmas Joy came to Portumna last night. There was great excitement in the lakeside town for the switching on of the Christmas lights...and... both Santa and Mike Denver made appearances. Images thanks to Kerry Kissane from @allaroundireland

Frosty #LoughDerg views, it's cold but it is remarkably beautiful. #Tountinna #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands #VisitTipperary

Is it a painting? Nope... just an ephemeral #LoughDerg dawn. #irelandshiddenheartlands

The Lake, the moon, the trees, and the mountains are ducking in and out of the freezing fog. This is what -4 looks like on Lough Derg Drive, for Two Mile Gate in County Clare to the Portroe in Co. Tipperary. #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands

Our very own winter wonderland...Lough Derg. This frosty season is putting us in the mood for Christmas Thanks to Buffalo Studios Ireland for this fab image of Tountinna TipperaryTourism Ireland's Hidden Heartlands Discover Ireland

Scariff River walk and park really is spectacular this morning. #irelandshiddenheartlands

It looks like the residents of Woodford are in for a quirky Christmas this year! Things are going at full steam in Santas workshop & behind the scenes things are getting just a little hectic in the build up to the big day. #Irelandshiddenheartlands #woodford #christmas #Galway

Nature is providing a fab Christmas light show in the East Clare village of Mountshannon this Christmas. Lough Derg provides incredible photo opportunities this time of the year, from purple dawns to fiery sunsets. Time for a road trip? #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands

Solstice Blessings. It's the #WinterSolstice and therefore, the shortest day of 2022. Days will be getting lighter from now on. A day to celebrate the return of the light. #LoughDerg #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas from #LoughDerg #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands #HappyChristmas

Welcome #2023, here's to a little #LoughDerg magic this year! #IrelandsHiddenHeartlands #Clare #Tipperary #Galway

One of the most picturesque attractions in Clare, Killaloe is full of life and vitality. The narrow winding streets are reminiscent of the old town, transporting you back in time as you navigate the quaint shops and cafes that line the streets. #KeepDiscovering

You can be sure you'll find peace and serenity around Lough Derg any time of the year! Today as many are contemplating #BackToWork tomorrow, there is no better time to consider a Lough Derg getaway. By the way... where is your favourite place for a winter stroll?