Watch: Fire destroys the historic Famine Village on County Donegal’s Isle of Doagh

By Pune Media On May 4, 2025

There is a disturbing scene at the Famine Village on the Isle of Doagh in Inishowen, where a fire ripped through the historic site, as reported by Donegal Live.

There was a sizable blaze and billowing smoke to be seen at the site, which caused extensive damage this evening at the premises, which is located at Lagacurry, Ballyliffin, and Tony McBride / Online Video Productions’ video and photographs show the damage caused.

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“Absolutely devastating news from the Isle of Doagh today,” Jack Murray, cathaoirleach of the Inishowen Municipal District, posted. “Inishowen has lost a wee bit of our soul if we lose the Famine Village. Thinking of Pat [Doherty] and all his clan who have made that wonderful place such a popular tourist attraction. We’re all at a loss”.

Doagh Famine Village is one of Ireland’s most unique and popular tourist attractions, visited by thousands of people from all over the world every year, where they offer guided tours to take you on a journey through life in Ireland in our local community, showing how families learned to survive and adapt as society evolved from the Great Famine in the 1840s to the present day.

“Due to circumstances outside of our control, Doagh Famine Village will be closed until further notice,” reads a statement on their website. “If you have booked tickets to visit us, please contact us for a full refund. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you all for your kind understanding at this time.”

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