Accomodation on Tory Island

Hotel, AirBnB, B&B

There is a limited number of accomodation providers located on Toraigh - the list below provides some detail and contact information.

Óstán Thorai: The hotel is a 12-bed, 3-star hotel. Bookings: ph. 074 290 0004

Árasán Bhalor: Self-contain apartment for 4 guests. Bookings: ph. 083 896 0550

The Shop and the Post Office

The Shop and Post Office is located 300m on your left as you leave the harbour. The shop offers a large range of food and drinks, and a variety of island-crafted Tory souvenirs. The shop also provides a coal home-delivery service on Wednesdays. Opposite the shop there are picnic benches and some seats overlooking the harbour.

The Post Office provides the full range of An Post services and supports the use of Bank of Ireland card services.

Shop opening hours: Mon-Sat 9.00am-6:00pm, Sunday 11am-2:00pm

Post Office hours: Mon-Fri 9.00am-5:30pm, Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm

Shop enquiries:074 916 5828

Health and Emergency Services

Health, Fire, Coastal, Rescue, First Responder

Due to the nature of Island living, and the unique challenges posed by the location of Tory Island, the Comarchcummann along with its State parners, provide a first-class health, personal care, and a range of emergency/rescue services.

The 24-hour, 365-day Island nurse service operates out of the HSE day center and provides home visit and pharmacy support - the bi-weekly Docter visit augments the on-call nursing operation. The HSE provides a meals on wheels operation for the Island pensioners - the delivery is supported by the local Coast Guard Service. The HSE center incorporates the personal fitness center.

The Comharchcumann and its partners provide a range of emergency/safety services including: local Fire Service, Coast Guard, and Abulatory/First Respoder Teams. Working alongside the State Air-Sea Rescue services & the RNLI, the operation provides an integrated service for emergency and care on Toraigh.

The following is a list of important contact numbers:

Island Nurse: 086 805 2505/074 913 5504

Dr Delap: 074 953 2445 Dr O'Neill: 074 953 2334

Tourist and Visitor Services

Toilets, Food, Guided tours, Maps & Information

The Comharchcumann provides a number of visitor-related services. These include the Public Toilets beside the Language Planning Officer office, and various seats, benches, refuse bins, and picnic tables located throughout the island. In addition, the Comharchcumann maintains the roads, paths, and public signage on Toraigh.

Club Thorai (Tory Social Club) offers food and drink throughout the year. The Club is located about 500m from the harbour - at the harbour exit, turn left and enjoy the sounds and sights of Tory on the 5-minute walk. The Club arranges concert and Trad music in high season - come for the food and drink, stay for the craic!

The Comharchcumann publishes some Island-related vistor information - these maps and books can be obtained at the shop, and the Comharchcumann and OPT offices.

Visitors can avail of the local bus/taxi service, please call: 086 4008233

* Please respect and value Toraigh - dispose of/take away any refuse when you leave the isand.

* Please note that the high grounds on Toraigh do not provide walker protection. Please take great care when traversing coastal edges, or on any unprotected ridges on the northern heights.

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