Drumcliff churchyard
Drumcliff, Ireland
The grave of W. B. Yeats below the profile of Benbulben, with a carved high cross and a round tower stump nearby.
- Nearest town
- Drumcliff, Ireland
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 54.3267, -8.4950
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Ireland: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Barrier-free toll on the M50 around Dublin. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Rosses Point Caravan & Camping ParkCampsite5 km from Drumcliff churchyardTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking water
- Strandhill Caravan & Camping ParkCampsite9 km from Drumcliff churchyard
- Common ShoreMotorhome stopover23 km from Drumcliff churchyard · 2 pitchesMotorhomes
All campsites in Ireland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Drumcliff churchyard?
Drumcliff churchyard is in Drumcliff, Ireland, at GPS 54.3267, -8.4950. It is about 4 km from Benbulben.
Can you camp near Drumcliff churchyard?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Rosses Point Caravan & Camping Park, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Drumcliff churchyard?
Drumcliff churchyard is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Sligo: Yeats Country and ancient tombs.
What is there to see near Drumcliff churchyard?
Places worth a stop nearby: Glencar Waterfall (8 km), Carrowmore (9 km), Knocknarea (9 km) and Slieve League cliffs (36 km).
When is the best time to visit Drumcliff churchyard?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)