The fisherman, who was in his 40s, is understood to have gone overboard from the fishing trawler in Irish territorial waters.

While it may be small, the island has lots to offer. Whether you're after a lively evening in a local pub with live music and pints, or a day spent hiking and taking in all the natural beauty the island has to offer, you're in luck.

Mali, a Bernese Mountain dog, had run away from her German owners near the lighthouse on Arranmore Island on August 16th last, sparking a huge search by islanders which lasted for days