Sheephaven Bay (Irish: Cuan na gCaorach) is a broad, shallow inlet on the north coast of County Donegal, Ireland. Bounded by the peninsulae of Rosguill, to the west and Horn Head Irish: Corran Binne to the west, the bay is relatively protected from the full force of the Atlantic Ocean, and has supported a vibrant Herring fleet.

Etymology

The gaelic name Cuan na gCaorach (Haven of the Sheep) is a neologism, from a mistranslation of Cuan na gCurrach, The Bay or Haven of the Currachs or Boats. When the name was translated to English, the word Ship (used by monoglot locals for Boat) was misheard as Sheep.

Settlements around the Bay

Sheephaven Bay is situated on the Northern Coast of County Donegal facing the Atlantic. The Bay stretches from Carrigart in the East to Dunfanaghy in the west encompassing locations such as Downings, Rosapenna, Creeslough, Glen, Marble Hill and Port na Blagh.

This area is rich in culture, tradition and outdoor activities, including Golfing, Walking, Diving, Surfing, Fishing, Cycling and Equestrian, all within a 30 mile radius. With this website we aim to supply all the information you require to make that perfect break or holiday.

Sheephaven Bay Committee would like to thank Damien Blake who kindly allowed the Committee the use of the Web Address www.sheephavenbay.com