Portumna is one of the prettiest towns in County Galway. It boasts a stunning location at the edge of the River Shannon and Lough Derg close to the Galway border with Tipperary. Portumna is renowned for its famous Portumna Castle & Gardens. Read on for more on this attraction… Portumna Castle can be found just at the edge of Portumna town in quite a beautiful location next to Lough Derg and Portumna Forest Park. Portumna Castle is actually more of a great semi-fortified house and was said to be one …
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Clifden is one of the most picturesque towns in Ireland with a stunning location at the foot of the Twelve Pins Mountains, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in the heart of the beautiful Connemara region. Read on to find out more about this vibrant Irish town… Clifden can be found about 50 miles north west of Galway city. Long gone are the days when visitors would get a glimpse of the town as they drove by on the Connemara Loop - Clifden is now a top destination in its own right …
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The heritage town of Gort can be found in south County Galway, about 37km south of Galway city on the N18. Just outside the town of Gort, is where you’ll find the beautiful Coole Park, formerly the estate of Lady Gregory but now a 1,000 acre nature reserve. Coole Park estate was once the home of Lady Augusta Gregory who was pivotal to the Irish literary revival and was co-founder of the Abbey Theatre. Coole House was a focal point for many meetings about Irish literature which were attended by …
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The Galway Film Fleadh takes place this year from the 8th -13th of July in Galway city in the west of Ireland. The festival attracts everyone from film buffs to budding film makers to view the best of the best of Irish, European and International cinema. This film festival was founded about 20 years ago and has been a huge success down through the years…find out what’s in store for this year’s festival. This 6 day international festival kicks off on Tuesday 8th of July and wraps up on …
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A visit to Connemara would not be complete without a visit to the magnificent Kylemore Abbey & Garden - the jewel in the Connemara crown! Read on to find out why Kylemore Abbey & Garden is one of the top attractions in Galway. Kylemore Abbey & Garden has a superb picturesque lakeside setting, surrounded by woodlands at the foot of the Twelve Pins Mountains. The Abbey (which looks more like a charming fairy tale castle) is said to be one of the most admired buildings in Ireland, with its very impressive neo-gothic …
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They say when you visit Connemara you “experience the real beauty of Ireland”. It’s located in the north west corner of County Galway and is an area of desolate beauty, incredible scenery and some interesting attractions, which combine to make Connemara a really beautiful place and a place close to the hearts of Irish people and visitors alike. Read on to find out what makes this corner of Ireland so special… The distinct region of Connemara can be found in the north west corner of County Galway. Connemara is considered …
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Clifden is a picturesque town located on the west coast of County Galway about 80km north west of Galway city. It’s known as the ‘Capital of Connemara’ as it’s the largest town in the beautiful Connemara area, so it’s a popular stop off for visitors touring the area.. Connemara is a region of County Galway, which claims to be “one of the last unspoilt areas in Ireland”. It’s famous for its diverse landscape of bogs, mountains, rivers, dramatic coastline, sandy beaches, green fields and wilderness. As well as offering a …
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If you’re seeking amazing mountain views and a spectacular coastline, the picturesque little fishing village of Roundstone should be top of your list. A bustling harbour, traditional bars and top class seafood restaurants and you’ve got the perfect holiday destination in Connemara. Read on for more… The popular seaside resort of Roundstone is located in the heart of Connemara, at the foot of Errisbeg Mountain and overlooking the Atlantic. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery on all sides it’s a fantastic base for a relaxing break. Founded in the 1820′s by Scottish …
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Ladies Day is usually held on the Thursday of the Summer Meeting of the Galway Races. It has become one of the most stylish and fashionable events of the social calendar in Ireland. The Galway Races are taking place from July 28th to August 23rd this summer and the highlight of the week is sure to be Ladies Day, which will take place on Thursday 31st July. Ladies Day draws huge numbers from all corners of Ireland who turn up in the finest couture, complete with matching accessories, bags, stilettos …
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You’ll be overwhelmed by the amount of eateries in Galway city! It’s got everything from fish and chip shops and cafes, to elegant restaurants. Here’s our little guide to just some of the top places for you to eat out when in Galway city… The Huntsman Inn is perfect if you’re after some tasty bar food. It’s a bar/restaurant located on College Road, just about a 10-minute walk from the city centre. It serves up a tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner using the finest ingredients. There’s lots of free car …
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