A settlement has existed at the current river crossing since medieval times. The village name Dunbeag (small fort) may refer to Doonbeg castle or an earlier fortification located at the river crossing. The castle, built in the 16th century, has been historically associated with the MacMahon and O'Brien clans. Most of the images in this gallery are from Doughmore Beach near the village of Doonbeg. Reference: Wikipedia. .