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FREE VISITOR INFORMATION CONNEMARA
DOwNlOAD OuR FREE CONNEMARA IPAD APP ON THE APP STORE
PuBlISHED BY DESTINATION CONNEMARA
MAY 30 - June 12 2013 ISSuE 2 VOl 9
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THINGS TO DOPlACES TO STAYRESTAuRANTSSHOPPINGEVENTS AND MuSICMAPS
PAgE 3 Music SchedulePAgE 4-5 Activities and AttractionsPAgE 6 Shopping - Special Offers
PAgE 8 Clifden Map / Maps ref. numbersPAgE 9 Connemara Map / Cycle Routes
PAgE 10 Drives and Day ToursPAgE 11 walk - Derryherbert / DerryinverPAgE 12 Roundstone / Inishbofin Island
PAgE 13 Tide Timetable / Aqua InfoPAgE 14 Connemara Events
PAgE 15 what's On the Menu?PAgE 16 useful Information
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Irish Music 7 Nights a Week!Mon-Sat 10-till late / Sun 6-8:30pm
Wholesome Pub Food Served DailyConnemara Smoked Salmon a Speciality
One of Ireland's Premier Irish Whiskey Bars
"A Place of Traditional Pleasures, Famous for its Céilí Music Sessions"
Recommended by Lonely Planet
Market St, Clifden T: 095-21347
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The Pink House, Market Square, Clifden Tel 095-30782 / 087-3693191 connemarablue.com facebook.com/connemarablueglass
New for 2013 - Connemara Blue Bottle ClocksAll hand-crafted in-house, see our special offer on page 7
Connemara BlueHand-Crafted Glass in Connemara
suncatchers tableware bowlswall panels all things sheepy!
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connemara chamber of commerce warmly welcomes all visitors to the west www.visitconnemara.com
Conamara Bog Week 24th May - 3rd JuneRead more on page 14Further information: ceecc.org
Connemara Wild at Heart: Four Seasons Walking Festival June 3-5 More on page 14
Peter Bailey 10K Sky Road Run Sun 2nd JuneRead more on page 14www.visitconnemara.com
Connemara RFC golf AM AM Friday 31st MayE: [email protected]
Irish Amateur Close ChampionshipJune 8th-June 12th Read more on page 14
Dusty Banjos Music Weekend, ClegganJune 21st-June 22nd More info on connemara.net
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musicschedulelocate venues on the maps. See number corresponding to each venue under map, page 8.'Trad' means traditional Irish music.
E.J.KINg's BAR
DAIly 6:30-8:30PMEarly acoustic trad and ballads with Mike and Peter Carey
MONDAy 10PMTrad Irish music with Sean Halpenny and Padraic
TuES AND THuRS 10PM Trad, ballads and folk music with Slyne Heads
WEDNESDAy 10PMTraditional Irish music with Michael Carey and Tom Mullen
FRIDAy 10PM Trad with Michael Carey and Co.
SATuRDAy 10:30PM Michael Carey Band Classic Rock
SuNDAy 10PMTraditional Music with Tom Mullen and Brian Homes
guY's BAR & sNug
WED TO SAT 7:30-9:30PMTraditional fireside music session with John Durning and friends
SATuRDAy 10PM Disco with DJ Mike O'Malley
gRIFFIN's BAR
DAIly 8PM-lATElively traditional Irish music, song and dance
FRI 31ST AND SAT 1ST
Traditional music with 'loose' followed by DJ 'Fiddler' Disco
J.CONNEElY's BAR
DAIly 6:30PMEarly traditional music session
DAIly 9PMlively traditional Irish music
KYlEMORE ABBEY
MON 3RD 12PM / SuN 9TH 2:30PMChoral performance in the miniature Gothic church; no additional entrance fee to the estate entrance fee applies
lOWRY's BAR
MONDAy 10PM-lATE Traditional Irish music with Feichin Mitchell and Eugene Barry
TuESDAy 10PM-lATE The famous lowry's traditional Irish music session group;visiting musicians welcome
WEDNESDAy 10PM-lATE Traditional Irish music with Peter Carey and liam Aspell
THuRS AND SAT 10PM-lATETraditional Irish music with John Gerard walsh and Mairtin Conroy
FRIDAy 10PM-lATE Traditional Irish music with Richie Newman and liam Aspell
SuNDAy 6-8:30PM lively early evening traditional music session with The 2 Peters
MANNION's BAR
SATuRDAy 6:30-8:30PMTraditional Irish Music Session
MullARKEY's BAR
THuRSDAy 30TH 10PM Open-mic Baskethouse special with one of New Zealands rising song writing stars Mel Parsons
FRIDAy 31ST 10PMwill Killeen brilliant Blues / Folk guitarist with a totally unique stlye
SATuRDAy 1ST 10PM Traditional Irish Rock withSons of Gingerbread
SuNDAy 2ND 10PM live Music with Clifden's own 3.5
THuRSDAy 6TH 10PM Open-mic Baskethouse
FRI 7TH 10PMBlues, Funk, Folk and Reggae with Nick Timothy
SAT 8TH 10PMT-bone Shtax & The latchikos
O'MAllEY's BAR
MON AND WED 9:30PM Dashboard Bluegrass Band
TuES AND THuRS 9:30PM Popular ballads with lanseol
FRI 31ST 10:30PM Americana / Folk Rock / Italian pop with Sumbrellas
SAT 1ST 10:30PM Cover band lunar Playground
SuN 2ND 10PM Popular ballads with Two Shoes and an Old Goat
FRI 7TH 10:30PM Come dancing with award-winning singer Colin Fahy
SAT 8TH 10:30PM Popular ballads with Gerry Kennedy
THuRS 30TH TO MON 3RD 6PM live music on terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
thE BEACh DAY's BAR
FRI AND SAT 9:30PM live traditional music sessionlocation: Inishbofin Island
thE stAtION BAR
FRIDAy 9:30PM Irish folk music with Platform 3
SATuRDAy 9:30PM Traditional Irish music with Féile
Irish Fare & Delicious Seafood Restaurant Quality at Pub Prices6:30-9pm: Trad Irish Music with Meals
9pm: Lively Irish Trad Session
Lunch 12-5pm Evening Meals 5-9pm
Jconneely’s bar and restaurant
Market St, Clifden T: 095 22733
Irish Music Every Night!
The Courtyard, Station House, Clifden Open 7 days Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun 12-5 ohhbygum.ie facebook.com/ohhbygum Tel: 095-21334
“ The Best Boutique in Ireland” Voted by the Irish mes and their readership.
Ohh! By Gum Eco-Chic Boutique
CONNEMARACHAMPIONSHIP GOLF LINKS
Ballyconneely, Clifden T: 095 23502 / 23602
www.connemaragolflinks.com
Play 9 Holes with Club Hire for €39
Panoramic Restaurant OpenVisitors Welcome
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Jewellery Making Discover the secrets of a craft that is thousands of years old. wander in and watch Jonathan, one of the skilled members of the O'Dalaigh family, crafting unique jewellery on the premises of the family shop, which is located in the heart of Clifden. Influenced by the Golden Age of Celtic jewellery and artefacts
throughout Ireland and Europe, they also produce a contemporary organic-like designer range. See advert right.
Walking The Connemara horizon is dominated by more than fifty magnificent mountains in four tightly packed ranges; the Twelve Bens, Maum Turks, Partry and Sheffrey. The most accessible way to discover hillwalking in Connemara is to climb Diamond Hill in the Connemara National Park, which features an excellent wood and cut
stone path. Beautiful islands also make Connemara a walkers paradise. why not take a day trip to Inishbofin, a truly magical island where you can choose from 3 looped walks? Read more on page 12.
Connemara National Park when you first see the park, watched over by its cone-shaped mountain, Diamond Hill, you will be impressed by its stunning beauty. Enjoy the picnic area, children's playground and tea room, visit the exhibition on Connemara’s landscape, audiovisual
show and Connemara ponies. Admission is free and the grounds are open all day, all year. Self-
guided tours include a choice of nature trails and hill walks of various lengths and levels. July and August activities: Guided walks on wed and Fri 11am (bring appropriate footwear and rainwear), Fun with Nature for Kids (strictly 5-10 years old, adults must stay with children) on Tues and Thurs 11am, History and Management of Connemara Ponies on Mon, wed and Fri 2-4pm. Visit connemaranationalpark.ie.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled garden Originally built as a Castle in 1867 as a romantic gift, Kylemore Abbey and the surrounding mountains and lakes are steeped in history. learn of tales of tragedy, romance, engineering initiatives and royal visits. It became
home to a community of Benedictine Nuns in 1920 and has been renowned as a place of spirituality and
education. Much of the estate has been restored to its former glory. Experience the Victorian atmosphere of the restored rooms of the abbey and miniature Gothic church. Explore the magic of the 6 acre Victorian walled Garden. with nature trails, woodland walks, children's play trail, café, tea house and an excellent craft shop, Kylemore is the ideal destination for a family day out. See advert page 9.
glass-Bottomed Boat tours Tours every fine and fair day on Ireland's only glass-bottomed boat. weather permitting, tours depart at 11am, 12:30, 2:30pm, 4pm and 5pm from letterfrack pier on route N59 right beside the shop Avoca (#34 on map page 9) and the National Park. Tour
duration: 1 hour. Booking is essential, please call in advance. See advert page 13 for contact details.
Connemara Championship golf linksNestled between the scenic splendour of the Twelve Bens and the rugged Atlantic Ocean lies Connemara Golf links. From the testing dog leg opening hole to the breathtaking back 9, it has been acknowledged as the "equal to any in the
world". The course has been described by uS Ryder Cup captain Tom watson as spectacular and
is a wonderful example of links golf in Ireland. See advert page 3.
Deep-sea Angling If you're a fan of deep-sea angling or if it's your first time, you can look forward to an adventure on the open sea with a promise of catching pollock, ray, mackerel, wrasse, turbot, conger, flounder, plaice, dogfish and even shark! Simply book a trip on the Celtic Queen on a daily or hourly rate with John Ryan,
a skipper who has over 30 years experience. The Celtic Queen is Ireland's largest and best equipped sea angling boat, fitted with all the most modern safety, navigational and fish handling equipment. You can even cook your catch on-board, or get the Connemara Smokehouse to smoke it for you! Fishing gear available for hire on-board. Departs from Clifden harbour daily. See advert page 13.
Connemara smokehouse Ireland's first Food Économusée, this family-run business offers regular tastings of the best quality traditional smoked salmon. Visitors are welcome at anytime. Tours every wednesday at 3pm during June, July and August (booking advisable,
children half price). Private tours available all year (booking essential). Tours include filleting and
slicing demonstrations along with explanation of salting and smoking techniques, followed by a tasting of smoked salmon. Open Mon-Fri 9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm (closed weekends). Connemara Smokehouse products are available in some local shops. See advert page 11.
Cleggan Beach Riding Centre is Connemara's premier beach riding centre, offering a wide variety of treks to suit all tastes and standards. You can choose a three-day package of up to 6 hours riding per day (including lunch break), a day-long ride, the 3 hour trek to
Omey Island across beautiful Omey beach - an experience not to be missed - or the 90-minute trek
on moorland or to Sellerna beach. They also offer shorter treks for children and lessons by appointment, with qualified instructors, up to competition standard. Hats and boots are available. Dressage and show jumping leagues are also a regular feature at the centre, which is open every day. The times of the treks are governed by the tide, so it is wise to book in advance. See advert page 11.
the Connemara giant sits in the gaze of the Twelve Bens mountain range and is Ireland's only late 20th century antiquity. A local tale has it that if you touch its hand, you will be blessed with the knowledge of his ancient tribe. The Giant is located in the tiny village of Recess, 13 miles
from Clifden on the main N59 road to Galway City. The Giant is on view all day, 7 days, and parking is
free. Registered with the Crafts Council of Ireland. See map page 9.
the Point Pony trekking and horse Riding Centre is AIRE approved and situated right next to the most dazzling sandy beaches, beside the Connemara Championship Golf links. If you want to discover the most spectacular coastal scenery in the area on horseback, this is
the place for you. All treks are accompanied by qualified staff and both beginners and experienced
riders are welcome. 1 hr treks (€30/pp) and 2 hr treks (special discount €50/pp instead of €60/pp) daily. longer treks on request. Safety hats and boots available free of charge. From Clifden drive south to Ballyconneely village (9km), after Keogh's Bar turn right and follow the signs to The Point Pony Trekking and Horse Riding (6km). See advert page 11.
locate activities and attractions on the maps. See number corresponding to each activity or attraction under map, page 8.
Cycling On a sunny day in Clifden, the best thing to do is hop on your bike and explore; the landscape looks even more magnificent when experienced out in the fresh open air of Connemara. Mannion’s Cycles (see advert on page 9) offers a comprehensive bike rental service which includes insurance, lock and
repairs. All the accessories you need are there; helmets, carrier bags, child seats and maps. use the map on page 9 to make your own itinerary, or follow one of our 5 suggested cycle routes.
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the sky Road Justifiably famous for the views it affords, the Sky Road route takes you up among the hills overlooking Clifden Bay and its offshore islands, Inishturk and Turbot. Follow the signposts from Market Square and on the way be sure to climb Monument Hill. At the summit you
will find a stone memorial to the town’s founder, John D’Arcy (1785-1839). See Cycle Route on map page 9.
the Bog Road The tranquil scenery of the Bog Road with the backdrop of the Twelve Bens is a true spectacle. Driving or cycling, take the R341 towards Ballyconneely and turn left at Ballinaboy, driving along the famous Roundstone Bog Conservation Area, turning right to Roundstone,
back towards Ballyconneely and returning to Clifden by the coast. See also Drives and Day Tours on page 10.
the station house Museum is located on the site of the old Clifden Railway Station and provides visitors with a history of Clifden, the Connemara Pony, the Galway to Clifden railway line, Millars Mill and Alcock and Brown (first transatlantic flight, 1919). There is also a photographic exhibition on the Marconi wireless
station (Derrigimlagh, Clifden). Advert page 14.
Alcock and Brown and Marconi site3 miles south of Clifden (see plane symbol on map page 9) is the crash-landing site of the first transatlantic flight of Alcock and Brown and monument to this historic achievement. Nearby is the site of the radio transmitter station from which
Marconi exchanged the first transatlantic radio messages with a station in Nova Scotia (1907).
Clifden Castle Built c1810 by Clifden’s founder John D’Arcy, this was once his residence. From Clifden, take the Sky Road until the gateway arch (left). Stroll along a winding trail edged with a series of five standing stones (only one is original). Soon you will be led downhill and turning right
to discover a magnificent view of Clifden Bay and Clifden Castle. walking only – parking not permitted.
Beaches Connemara's beaches are all individual, coming with their own different types of sand, rocks and an infinite variety of small shells. The Coral Strand in Ballyconneely is easy to access and unusual for its golden coral sand. The beaches of Mannin Bay, a collection of
white sandy beaches, are another must-see. Some popular beaches are listed on page 13.
the Beach Road A local favourite, the Beach Road is one of the most peaceful and serene walks in Clifden. Instead of taking a right at the fork toward the Sky Road, take a left. This will lead you downhill towards Clifden Harbour. Follow the road until you reach the Boat Club or take a right
a little before that to proceed to the Sky Road, or trace your steps back to return to Clifden.
Omey Island This tidal island is accessible at low tide only. (See Cleggan Tour on page 10 for directions and see page 13 for tides.) Close to the north coast lie the ruins of Feichin's Church, unearthed 20 years ago after spending 3 centuries buried in the sand. The church is
surrounded by the remains of a semi-sunken village that was wiped out during the Famine.
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shopping special offers1. Seavite Organic Skincare Range How Much? Prices starting at €10 where? Moran's Pharmacy2. Irish farmhouse cheeses - taste before you buy - best selection in the west! where? The Connemara Hamper3. Connemara Marble Collection How Much? €35-€129 (this Extra large Pendant €79 instead of €98) where? O'Dalaigh Jewellers4. Souvenirs How Much? 20% Off with this advert where? King's Paper Shop5. weird Fish Sweatshirt in a variety of colours and similar styles How Much? €59.99 where? Hehirs of Clifden6. Yesterday we were in America: Alcock & Brown Historic Flight by author Brendan lynch How Much? €9.99 for H/B where? The Clifden Bookshop7. Merino wool and cashmere two button cardigan from Fisherman Out of Ireland How Much? €98.50 where? Cottage Handcrafts8. Ireland's ancient game as enjoyed by Barack Obama How Much? from €15 (buy 2 hurleys, ball for free) where? Intersport Gannons 9. Take home a little part of Clifden nightlife - Connemara Blue Bottle Clocks, battery included How Much? €38 where? Connemara Blue10. Claim your free Connemara Marble worry stone (worth €4) when you 'like' the Connemara Giant on Facebook where? Joyce's Craft Shop
locate shops on the maps. See number corresponding to each shop under map, page 8.
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KING’S PAPER SHOPMain street, clifden tel: 095-21119 open 7 days
Connemara’s Complete Sports Store
The Square, Clifden Tel 095-22268 visit gannons.ie
The all new Clifden and Connemara HoodieAdults €25 Kids €20
Available in Red, Navy, Pink and PuPink and Purple
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opening hours: Mon-Sat 9:30 to 7:30
Sunday 12 to 6
ladies & Gents fashion
You never know what you might find!
Market Street, Clifden Tel: 095-21282 www.hehirs.com Find us on Facebook ‘Hehirs of Clifden’
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All offers valid until Saturday 1st June 2013.Heineken Can 500ml €2.50/ltr, Budweiser/Bud Light/Carlsberg/Guinness Draught Can Pack 8 x 500ml €2.50/ltr.All offers subject to availability while stocks last. Customer quotas may apply. Enjoy alcohol responsibly.
*Offer is not applicable to Vitamins and Medicines, Sun Care Products or Razor Blades.Finlandia 70cl €15, Malibu 70cl €15,
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shopping special offers11. Connemara Smokehouse Smoked Salmon How Much? from €7.50 where? Connemara Smokehouse12. Irish Prints How Much? 10% Off with this advert where? Siobhan's House, Home and More13. Dubarry Pink Padded Jacket How Much? €175 where? Millars Connemara14. Annette Gortz Dress How Much? €460 where? Design Platform15. Fudge handmade at Kylemore Abbey with Irish butter and cream How Much? €2.95 each or 4 for the price of 3 where? Kylemore Abbey16. Budweiser/Bud light, Carlsberg and Guinness can packs How Much? €10 each until 8th June where? SuperValu Clifden17. Oil/Vinegar Bottle, Galway Hooker range How Much? €16.50 June only where? Alan Gaillard Stoneware Pottery18. Free prescription sunglasses when you purchase complete glasses at €150 or above where? Ní Ráighne Opticians19. Hot pink and kelly green hoodies How Much? €19.99 instead of €24.99 while stocks last where? lowry's Sweater Shop20. Handcrafted Aran Jumpers from Aran Crafts How Much? €34.95 where? Stanley's21. Apples Jessica dress by Emily and Fin How Much? €84.99 where? Ohh! By Gum
€25 off any Barbour or Magee Jackets with this advert
MARKET ST., CLIFDENTelephone 095-21039
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See these and many more savings instore
All offers valid until Saturday 1st June 2013.Heineken Can 500ml €2.50/ltr, Budweiser/Bud Light/Carlsberg/Guinness Draught Can Pack 8 x 500ml €2.50/ltr.All offers subject to availability while stocks last. Customer quotas may apply. Enjoy alcohol responsibly.
*Offer is not applicable to Vitamins and Medicines, Sun Care Products or Razor Blades.Finlandia 70cl €15, Malibu 70cl €15,
Southern Comfort 70cl €17, Jameson 70cl €23
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Budweiser/Bud Light Can Pack 8 x 500ml was €15.49, Carlsberg Can Pack 8 x 500ml was €13.99, Guinness Draught
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Heineken Can 500ml
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(Mix & Match)
€54 FOR
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€15FROM
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Budweiser/Bud Light Can Pack 8 x 500ml was €15.49, Carlsberg Can Pack 8 x 500ml was 13.99, Guinness Draught
€10EACH
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clifdenAlan Gaillard Stoneware Pottery & Feltwork Art Studios 88Connemara Blue Hand-Crafted Glass 90Cullens Bistro and Coffee Shop 73Design Platform 18E.J. King's Bar and Restaurant 46Foyle's Hotel / Marconi Restaurant 65Griffin's Bar 15 Guy’s Bar 67Hehirs of Clifden 92Intersport Gannons 37Jasmine Garden Chinese Restaurant 17J.Conneely's Bar and Restaurant 42King's Paper Shop 21lowry's Sweater and Gift Shop 35lowry's Traditional Irish Music and whiskey Bar 61 Mannion's Bar 16Mannion’s Cycles 20Millars 93Mitchell's Restaurant 3Moran's Pharmacy 77Mullarkey’s Bar 62
Ní Ráighne Opticians 68 O'Dalaigh Jewellers 83Ohh! By Gum 10O'Malley's Bar and Restaurant 70Siobhan's House, Home and More 28Stanley's 11Station House Museum 14 Station House Restaurant / Station House Hotel 66SuperValu 12 The Clifden Bookshop 64The Connemara Hamper 89 The Quay House Guesthouse 59The Signal Bar at Clifden Station House 100
connemaraBallynahinch Castle / The Owenmore Restaurant 107Cleggan Beach Riding Centre 103Connemara Championship Golf links, Ballyconneely 106Connemara National Park, letterfrack 95Connemara Smokehouse, Ballyconneely 108Cottage Handcrafts, Moyard 105Inishbofin Island Discovery - Ferry to Inishbofin, Cleggan 101Joyce's Craft Shop and Art Gallery, Recess 91Kylemore Abbey and Victorian walled Garden 51O'Dowd's Seafood Bar, Restaurant and Coffee Shop 96Oliver's Bar and Restaurant, Cleggan 63The Point Pony Trekking and Horse Riding, Ballyconneely 109
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all tyPeS of bikeS for HireMountain and Hybrids
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open Mon–Sat 9:30am–6pm Sundays 10am–12noon
mannIon'S cyclESMobile: 087-418-2051 www.clifdenbikes.com
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cycle routes Loop 1: Sky Road 17km
Loop 2: Errislannan 17km
Loop 3: Cleggan / Claddaghduff 33km
Loop 4: Roundstone / Ballyconneely 40km
Loop 5: North Connemara 55km
See connemara.net for Google map of each route
sheffrey hills
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loughmask
loughcorrib
maumturk mountains
partry mountains
Site of Marconi wireless station Connemara Giant Alcock & Brown landing site Kylemore Abbey & Garden Connemara Championship Golf Links
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Enjoy a range of attractions including:
i 6 acre Victorian Walled Gardeni Restored Rooms of the Castlei Gothic Church i Craft Shopi Guided Tours / Self Guided Toursi Set in a 1000 acre estatei Mitchell's Café & Tea Housei Children's Play Traili Guided Mountain Hikes
Nestled in the heart of Connemara Learn about the romance that started it all, the tragedy that befell it and the restoration to its former glory.
Victorian Walled Gardens
Mitchell’s Café
Gothic Church
Roundstone and Ballyconneely From Clifden, take the R341 towards Ballyconneely and turn left at Ballinaboy bridge, driving along the Bog Road that crosses the famous Roundstone Bog Conservation Area. Turn right towards Roundstone and follow the coast
road. Before entering the village, why not turn left at the bridge and spend a
little while on the island of Inishnee? Then, continue driving along the coast until you reach Roundstone. In the town you will find fantastic craft shops, art galleries and the musical instruments workshop where they make Ireland’s traditional goatskin drum, the bodhrán. A Franciscan monastery was founded there in the 1830s, but all that remains now is the gateway entrance and church bell tower. Relax and enjoy a meal or a drink at O'Dowd's before returning to Clifden via Ballyconneely, where you can stop-off at Keogh’s. There are many pristine beaches in the area and the west of the village is home to the Connemara Smokehouse, The Point Pony Trekking and Horse Riding Centre and the Connemara Championship Golf links. At the foot of Doon Hill, you will also find Bunowen Castle, which can be admired from the road. Photo: Gurteen
Inagh Valley and Kylemore No visit to Connemara is complete until you have seen the majestic Inagh Valley. leaving Clifden on the N59 heading east past Ballynahinch lough to your right, you will see the ruins of the ‘castle on the lake’ which once served
as a prison to those who had ill-treated animals. Further on you will also see
the picturesque Derryclare lake to your left. There is a small car park where you can stop-off. This is probably one of the most photographed scenes in Ireland. Then, continue until you reach Recess village where you will find the Connemara Giant and Joyce’s Craft Shop, home to the famous Connemara Marble. Turn back towards Clifden; after about 500 metres turn right (before the narrow bridge) onto the R344, which will finally take you through the Inagh Valley. Meandering past lough Inagh, the Twelve Bens are to your left, with the Maumturk mountain range to your right. This is a stunningly beautiful scenic route, taking you past turf stacks, sheep and glorious countryside, until you emerge at the other end of the valley. Here you can either turn left to return to Clifden and visit Kylemore Abbey and Garden on the way, or turn right to extend your tour further towards leenane and Killary Harbour. Photo: Derryclare lake
Cleggan and Claddaghduff From Clifden, take the N59 towards westport, and at approximately 5km outside the town turn left towards Claddaghduff. A couple of miles further along Streamstown Bay you will see the ruins of Doon Castle on your left. Omey
Island is next, accessible by car or on foot at low water, by crossing acres of
firm sandy beach. Follow the direction poles in the sand on your way across, but make sure you check the tide timetable on page 13 beforehand! Omey has a wealth of antiquities. Teampaill Féichín can be found on the northern side of the island, a medieval church built on a 7th century Christian settlement that was covered in sand until 1981. St Féichín’s well can also be found to the west, just above a rocky inlet. Returning to the mainland, continue towards Claddaghduff and then on towards the working fishing village of Cleggan, home to Oliver's Bar and Restaurant and Cleggan Beach Riding Centre. From the pier you can also take the ferry to Inishbofin. See page 12 for further information. Then, either take the bog road back to Clifden or continue to Moyard via Ballynakill, and then turn right on your way back to Clifden. Photo: Inishbofin Harbour
Renvyle Peninsula and leenane Dominated by Tully Mountain, the Renvyle Peninsula offers panoramic sea views and a slice of the old Irish way of life. Take the N59 towards westport. The peninsula is signposted left at the Quaker village of letterfrack.
The villages of Tully Cross and further on, Tully, have a number of real old-Irish
bars where a pint of Guinness goes down well. At Tully Cross, continue towards the end of the peninsula to see the ruins of Renvyle Castle. There are stunning views across Ballynakill Bay and, on a clear day, you can see the conical mountain of Croagh Patrick, County Mayo. Returning to Tully Cross, take the left turn by the church and follow the elevated coast road towards little Killary Bay. Shortly after, turn left to stop off at the glorious sandy beach of Glassilaun. Continue along lough Fee until you reach the N59, where you can either turn right to return to Clifden, or left towards leenane. This quaint village is located at the head of the spectacular Killary Fjord and boasts one of the finest views in the country. The rugged countryside is completely unspoilt. The majestic mountains of Ben Gorm and Mweelrea bound the calm waters of the Killary, and the Maumturk, Sheffrey and Twelve Bens mountain ranges perfectly frame the view. In the heart of leenane you will find a museum and cultural centre, shops and bars, and you might hear tales of when Hollywood came to the locality to film ‘The Field’, starring the legendary Richard Harris. Photo: Glassilaun Beach
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See connemara.net for a Google map of each drive. See also page 12 for further information about Roundstone or Inishbofin.10
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walk derryherbert / derryinverPaved road, track; 5 km; approximately 1.5 hour
From Tullycross, take the letterfrack road, descending towards the speed limit sign at the village entrance. Our route turns right just beyond this sign, down the hill to Derryherbert. Ahead we see Tully Mountain – also called letterhill – and the water tank on the hillock to our right. The line of this road follows the edge of this hillock, above the waterlogged bogs on the left. Ash, Hawthorn and other small trees make up the hedgerows here; their success is due to the underlying drier soil and the shelter of the hillock. On the left is an expanse of well developed blanket bog, now cut for fuel.
Our route takes the first turn left, out across the blanket bog. Tully Mountain is now on our right; Diamond Hill is on the left, and some of the Twelve Bens are visible behind. From the cutaways, some impression is gained of the depth of peat that developed in sheltered low-lying bogs such as this. Ancient pine stumps protrude from the cutaway peat; physical remains of a once extensive woodland. Scot’s Pine was the dominant tree here about 4,000 years ago and the number of stumps and fallen boles here indicate that this was once a substantial woodland.
looking to the left, on the ridge line of the nearby hillock, you can see the Derryinver Standing Stones. locally known as the 'Fairy Fingers', this is a prehistoric ritual site aligned with the setting sun on December 21st, the winter solstice. It is located in close proximity to other prehistoric features and is typical of the rich heritage of the Renvyle Peninsula. The Derryinver Standing Stones are part of a complex of sites sitting on a boggy glacial ridge overlooking Tully lough. This Bronze Age stone alignment presents a reduction in
height from south no north, a distinction which is found in at least five other stone alignments in Connemara. The Derryinver Standing Stones are located on privately owned land.
The track rises onto drier ground and, once past the houses, our route turns left down the hill towards the Derryinver estuary. Keeping left at the bottom, we follow the estuary back to the bridge, where salmon leap up the falls into the Dawros River to spawn. At the bridge we turn left for Tullycross and our starting point, about one mile distant.
Source: 'walking in Connemara: Shorter walks to Explore the Hidden Connemara'Connemara Tourism 1996. Available at The Clifden Bookshop - see advert page 10.
More about walking on page 4. See also connemara.net for more walks.
above: Derryinver Standing Stones
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Perched on the edge of the Atlantic on Connemara’s west coast lies Roundstone, built in the 1820s by Scottish engineer Alexander Nimmo. Roundstone is a
charming village drawing its picturesque and peaceful character from its harbour and the soothing presence of the ocean, which is never far from one’s view. It’s no wonder the area is popular with visitors, has been the inspiration of many books and has served as the location for some high-profile Hollywood movies. Strolling through the town you will find some fantastic craft shops, cafés, bars and restaurants and a farmers market every Sunday. Take time to relax in O'Dowd's, Connemara's oldest pub. look out for your chance to beat an Irish traditional drum, the bodhrán. The rugged backdrop to the village is the small mountain of Errisbeg, which rises to about a thousand feet. South of the village you will also find the breathtaking crescent-shaped beaches of Gurteen and Dog’s Bay. Photo: Galway Hooker at Roundstone Regatta
Inishbofin was just awarded the Best Island Holiday prize in the Irish Times Best Place to Holiday competition. For a taste of island life, take a boat trip to Inishbofin, 8km long by 3km wide, population 200. The 'Island of the white Cow' is located 10km west of Cleggan, 30 minutes by ferry. This is a small paradise that features all the best that Connemara has to offer – a rich history, stunning Atlantic coast scenery, spectacular walks and Green Coast Award beaches with crystal clear waters.
The island's visitors are given an extraordinary chance to come in contact with some of Connemara's best preserved heritage – Bronze
Age landscapes, a Cromwell’s 17th century star-shaped fort, ancient burial grounds and a ruined 13th century church standing on the grounds of an original 7th century monastery founded by Saint Colman. Three looped walks, the Middlequarter loop, westquarter loop and
Cloonamore loop (see discoverireland.ie for maps) afford panoramic views of the Connemara mountains and the island’s cliffs, sea stacks and seal colonies.
Inishbofin is also a breeding area for many species of birds and is indeed one of the rare places in Ireland where the threatened Corncrake can still be heard calling across the island. Inishbofin is also famous for its musical heritage and it continues to be a haven for music lovers with sessions held regularly during the summer months, starting with the very popular Inishbofin Arts Festival in May. Inishbofin really is the perfect place to explore and unwind.
Visitors are guaranteed a warm welcome with three hotels, a hostel and campsite, B&Bs and cottages available for rent. Tickets to Inishbofin can be bought on the ferry itself. See page 16 for times.
roundstoneharbour village
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Fishing InformationPermits available from 10am to 11am* daily at Stanley's, Clifden map #11
*Sundays 11am to 12pmBoat Rental €25 per day
Trout Fishing No charge for children under 16 on the lakes. Daily rate: €10 / Weekly rate: €30
Salmon Fishing Also requires a state licence.Owenglen River daily rate: €25 / weekly rate: €80
Deep-Sea Angling Aboard The Celtic Queendeparting from Clifden Harbour daily. Further information on page 4.
Evening Angling Trips From 6-8pm, departs Letterfrack pier (on N59). Booking is essential, please call John Mongan on 087-6461189.
Connemara Smokehouse Get your own fish smoked, and even shipped home! Advert page 11.
Glass-Bottomed Boat Tours 1 hour sea tours departing daily. Tours are weather dependant. Read more on page 4. Advert below.
Beaches See red numbers corresponding to each beach on the Connemara map, page 9:Coral Strand 1, Mannin Beach 2, Dog’s Bay 3,Gurteen 4, Aillebrack 5, Omey Strand 6, Glassilaun 7, White Strand 8.
Glass-Bottomed Boat ToursTours Every Fine and Fair DayBooking essential - tours are weather dependantDeparts 11am, 12:30, 2:30pm, 4pm and 5pmtour duration: 1 hour
Departure Location Letterfrack Pier on the N59 beside Avoca shop and the National Park #34 on map page 9
Tickets available from Avoca shop or on the boat
Telephone: 095-43473 / 087-6461189
tide timetable galway aqua infoFor Connemara, add 5 minutes. HW: High Water LW: Low Water
Thurs 30th June Baskethouse Special with one of New Zealands rising
songwriting stars Mel ParsonsFri 31st June Will Killeen Brillliant Blues
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May-June Time Metres
Thursday 30 LW 03:37 0.9 HW 10:04 4.5 LW 16:01 1.4 HW 22:24 4.6
Friday 31 LW 04:39 1.2 HW 11:07 4.3 LW 17:06 1.6 HW 23:28 4.3
Saturday 1 LW 05:46 1.4 HW 12:17 4.1 LW 18:19 1.7
Sunday 2 HW 00:41 4.1 LW 06:57 1.5 HW 13:27 4.1 LW 19:30 1.8
Monday 3 HW 01:49 4.1 LW 08:01 1.5 HW 14:31 4.2 LW 20:34 1.7
Tuesday 4 HW 02:52 4.1 LW 08:58 1.4 HW 15:24 4.3 LW 21:28 1.5
Wednesday 5 HW 03:44 4.2 LW 09:46 1.4 HW 16:09 4.4 LW 22:12 1.4
June Time Metres
Thursday 6 HW 04:28 4.3 LW 10:27 1.3 HW 16:48 4.6 LW 22:51 1.2
Friday 7 HW 05:08 4.4 LW 11:04 1.2 HW 17:25 4.7 LW 23:28 1.1
Saturday 8 HW 05:45 4.5 LW 11:40 1.1 HW 18:00 4.8
Sunday 9 LW 00:03 1.0 HW 06:21 4.6 LW 12:14 1.1 HW 18:34 4.8
Monday 10 LW 00:38 1.0 HW 06:56 4.6 LW 12:49 1.1 HW 19:08 4.8
Tuesday 11 LW 01:13 1.0 HW 07:32 4.5 LW 13:24 1.2 HW 19:43 4.7
Wednesday 12 LW 01:50 1.0 HW 08:09 4.4 LW 14:01 1.3 HW 20:20 4.6
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Conamara Bog Week - May 24-June 3The Conamara Bog week in letterfrack is a 10-day festival celebrating the Connemara landscape. The Conamara walkabout, featuring artists and scientists exploring the landscape together, the Conamara Bog week Fun Run, a
fundraiser for youth projects and the Connemara National Park Art Exhibition (featuring artists Gavin lavelle and Rosie McGurran) are just a few of many events that will take place during the festival. This is a good opportunity for visitors to hear some of the best live Irish music in the country. The Conamara Bog week is organised by the Conamara Environmental, Educational and Cultural Centre. www.ceecc.org. View programme on connemara.net/event/conamara-bog-week.
sky Road 10K - sunday June 2The Sky Road 10K Peter Baily Cup Challenge offers €1000 in prize vouchers. The first prize is a €250 voucher for the fastest male and female. walkers welcome. The race starts at 2pm, walkers start at 1:30pm. Medals for all
successful participants. www.visitconnemara.com
Irish Amateur Close Championship June 8-12 The Championship was first held in 1893 at Royal Portrush and has been played each year since, with the exception of the war years. In recent years this famous competition has produced winners who have gone on to
great success in world golf terms. The 'Irish close' can be rightly regarded as one of the major amateur championships in the world for producing world class golfers in the professional ranks. Former winners of the Championship include Major winners, Rory McIlroy (2006 and 2005), Graeme McDowell (2000), Padraig Harrington (1995), Darren Clarke (1990) and the current Ryder Cup Captain Paul McGinley (1989).The tournament is open to all male amateur golfers born or resident on the island of Ireland. 144 competitors will start on June 8th with the match play final taking place on wednesday 12th June. Everyone welcome, free entry, parking available. Full details on connemaragolflinks.com. Read more about Connemara Golf links on pages 4 and 15. See also advert on page 3.
Connemara Wild at heart: Four seasons Walking Festival - June 3-5 Each all-inclusive hotel package features 2 or 3 nights with breakfast and dinner on one or two evenings in one of the participating hotels listed below. There will be two guided walks during the
festival and to enhance the experience, a pre-walk archaeology / history lecture will be delivered by Michael Gibbons in the Station House Theatre. Packages include 2 packed lunches. From €199 per person sharing for a 2-night break or €299 for a 3-night break. Day walkers: tickets must be purchased in advance and are available from the hotels listed below. Tickets are from € 25 including packed lunch. All are welcome to attend Michael Gibbons’ talk in the Station House Theatre. weekend walkers: to book, simply contact one of the hotels below, and dust down your walking boots! Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Recess, call 095 31006 Clifden Station House Hotel, Clifden Town, call 095 21699.
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Pottery, Ceramics, screenprinting and glass Fusing Workshops on Inishbofin Island - June 4-August 28The workshops will take place in Inishbofin House Hotel every Tuesday and wednesday and will be run by Island resident lol McClean. Please contact lol for costs and dates of each course, call 095 45893.
Connemara Golf Links The bar and restaurant at Connemara Golf Links offer you breakfast, lunch or dinner, all while admiring some of the most breathtaking views Connemara has to offer. Serving homemade scones, desserts, sandwiches, seafood chowder and a wide selection of favourites and fesh local seafood dishes. Children's menu available. Visitors welcome – have a bite to eat or just relax with a drink and take in the beautiful surroundings. Free Wi-Fi available. Advert page 3.Cullens Bistro and Coffee Shop This long established family business (since 1950s) has a bright and cosy dining area. Serving local seafood platters, a variety of wraps (seafood, chicken, cheese, etc.), kebabs, Connemara lamb stew, beef 'n Guinness stew, smoked salmon and prawn salad, fish and chips, etc. Please leave room for their exquisite desserts all made in-house from fresh ingredients. Lunch 12-5pm, evening meals from 6:30pm. Daily specials available. Advert page 14.Doonmore Hotel The restaurant in Murray’s Doonmore Hotel, Inishbofin serves 4 course evening meals from 7:30pm. The menu offers a range of dishes including fresh seafood and lobster on request. Soup, chowders and desserts are all homemade and their delicious brown bread and scones are baked daily. Their renowned bar food is available daily 12-9pm. The famous chowder and freshly caught crab dishes bring people from all corners of the world again and again. Advert page 12. E.J.King's Bar and Restaurant Set on the Square in Clifden, E.J.King's are famous for their fresh seafood and traditional Irish dishes. Food is served in both the bar and the restaurant every day. Why not try the value dining menu, 2 courses €22.50 or 3 courses €24.95, offer includes a free Irish coffee if you dine between 5:30 and 7:30pm. And yes they cater for little ones. Live music 7 nights a week. See what customers have to say on tripadvisor.com. Visit ejkings.com for menus. See music schedule page 3. Advert above.Griffin's Bar A local favourite and Clifden’s premier sports bar. Lunch is served Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. The bar food menu features
freshly prepared soup of the day, homemade seafood chowder, fresh seafood (subject to availability), smoked salmon, home-cooked daily specials, paninis, wraps, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Enjoy a game of pool or darts. Look out for live matches on the big screen TV and impromptu music sessions. See schedule page 3. Advert page 9.Guy's Bar and Snug Relax in a cosy setting where old and new traditions meet. Guy's extensive menu includes summer seafood specials, traditional fish and chips, beef and Guinness stew, burgers, vegetarian and gluten-free options all homemade from locally sourced suppliers where possible. Savour fine wines, exclusive herbal teas and excellent coffee and take-away oven baked pizzas – see advert below. Trad music sessions in the evenings. See schedule page 3. Visit guysbarclifden.com for menus. Advert page 5.Jasmine Garden Chinese Restaurant offers authentic Chinese cuisine at reasonable prices. Experienced head chef Raymond Wong brings to you delicious Chinese dishes with that homemade taste that will be sure to please all patrons. The restaurant has two spacious dining rooms which are tastefully decorated with exotic pieces of Chinese furniture. Takeaway available. Open 7 days. Weekdays 5:30pm-11:30pm and weekends 5:30pm-late. Advert below.J.Conneely's Bar Located on the edge of the Atlantic, J'Conneely's Bar boasts one of the most spectacular views you are likely to experience in Clifden. Their balcony is the ideal spot to enjoy fresh local seafood and a pint of Guinness while gazing out at the Atlantic Ocean. Try the Atlantic Seafood Chowder, mussels, oak-smoked salmon or their now famous Whale of a Fish. Join in on the outstanding Lively Irish Music Session every evening from 6:30pm. Advert page 3.Kylemore Abbey's Mitchell's Café offers a range of home-cooked meals in a stunning setting. Try a traditional Irish dish using ingredients from the Victorian Walled Garden and recipes bestowed by the Benedictine nuns. The Tea House, located by the walled
garden, is another haven where you can relax while taking in the breathtaking views of the Connemara National Park. A wide range of Irish artisan products are available to take home. Advert page 9.Mannion's Bar Seafood specialists in a traditional bar setting serving from 12-9 daily. Try the Fresh Local Seafood Chowder, Connemara Smoked Salmon, Homemade Fishcakes, Traditional Fish and Chips or Killary Mussels. If fish is not your dish, Mannion's are also famous for their Connemara Lamb Irish Stew and Fresh 100% Irish Beef Burgers. Great value Taste of Connemara menu, children's menu available. Advert above.Marconi Restaurant is a charming family-run restaurant managed personally by the Foyles for over a century. The focus is on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced locally where possible, specialising in seafood and traditional Irish favourites. The Marconi is set in distinctive surroundings, full of artefacts covering the history of Connemara and the hotel. Expect a professional, friendly service and creative cooking offered at a fair price and in a relaxed ambience. Advert page 13.Mitchell's Seafood Restaurant Since opening almost twenty years ago, this family-run restaurant has long attracted visitors for its excellent seafood and imaginative cooking of the freshest fish and shellfish. There is also a great choice for non-seafood eaters. 3 course value menu €25.95 all evening Sunday to Friday. Saturdays & Bank Holiday weekends only available until 6:30pm. Advert page 16.O'Dowd's Seafood Restaurant, Bar and Café Established in 1840, O'Dowd's is the oldest pub in all of Connemara, family-run for four generations. Enjoy a great pint of Guinness in this historic setting or outside overlooking Roundstone Harbour. Unmissable fresh local seafood – try their famous seafood chowder! Bar food 12-9:30pm, restaurant 5-9:30pm. Next door is the Café, open 9:30am-6pm and serving freshly-made dishes to take away or eat in. Wi-Fi available. Advert page 12.Oliver's Bar and Restaurant The Restaurant, open from 6pm-10pm (booking advisable), overlooks the busy fishing harbour in the quaint village of Cleggan, where most of their fresh fish comes from. Sample a wide range of local fish and meat dishes, complemented
by the finest vegetables and salads. Seasonal highlights are the salmon, Connemara lamb and delicious varieties of flatfish. You can also pick your own live lobster from their chilled seawater tank. Advert page 16.O'Malley's Bar and Restaurant Indulge in the finest of food while overlooking one of the most spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Food served daily from 8am until late. The menus offer a wide variety such as Irish stew, chowder, fish and chips, oysters, mussels, sea bass, steak and pasta. Relax afterwards with a drink in the bar and enjoy the live music sessions. See schedule page 3. Advert page 14. The Beach Day's Bar Established for almost a century and very well located on Inishbofin's waterfront, Day's Bar has a welcoming feel to it. Great pints of Guinness, selection of world beers, wines and spirits. Food served daily 12-9pm. The ethos is around locally-caught seafood and local organic produce where possible. The local waters offer lobster, crab, mackerel and the humble pollack, all of which are featured seasonally. Advert page 12.The Connemara Hamper Clifden's only cheese shop and award-winning deli (where you can taste your cheese before you buy it) offers a range of lunch ideas. Their lovely baguettes are very popular and are among Connemara's tastiest. Enjoy a fresh cup of Illy coffee. Open Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Advert above. The Owenmore Restaurant at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel insists upon using only the freshest of ingredients available, pursuing the organic option where possible.This 2 Rosette restaurant offers the discerning diner the best of locally caught fish, game and other local produce. In the Fisherman's Pub, where a less formal menu is available, guests can enjoy a pint with the local fishing guides. Advert page 16. The Signal Bar in the centre of the Station House Courtyard in Clifden is the tastefully restored station master’s house and train platform, a period building offering a place to relax and enjoy superb food, drink and hospitality. The menu, served from 12-9pm daily, features mouth-watering dishes made with the finest, freshest ingredients, among which are daily specials of fish caught in the surrounding waters. Live music on selected nights. See schedule page 3. Advert page 7.
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Market Street, Clifden Tel: 095-21174
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useful info€ AtMs and Banks
Sweeney Oil - ATM Clifden map #7 SuperValu - ATM Clifden map #12Bank of Ireland Clifden map #56AIB Bank Clifden map #98
À Banks Opening hoursMonday 10am-12:30 and 1:30pm-5pm
Tues-Thurs-Fri 10am-12:30 and 1:30pm-4pmwednesday 10:30am-12:30 and 1:30pm-4pm
Bike hire Clifden map #20Mannion's Cycles See advert page 9
Church timesClifden Church of Ireland Sunday Service 11:30
Clifden RC Church Mon-Fri 9:30, Sat 19:00, Sun 11:30Ballyconneely Catholic Church Sunday 10:00Roundstone Catholic Church Sunday 12:00Roundstone Church of Ireland Sunday Service 10:00
p garda station - Police ) 095 22500 See symbol on Clifden map
health See surgery symbols on Clifden mapClifden Medical Practice ) 095 22272 #1
Dr. Ciaran Macloughlin ) 095 21141 #2 Dr. Sophie Faherty, women Clinic ) 087 2226783 #4 Dr. Aonghus Flavin ) 095 35851 RoundstoneDr. Alex Michel ) 095 43465 Tully, RenvyleClifden Dental Practice ) 095 22731Sarah Casey Physiotherapist ) 086 3896130
laundry service Not self-serviceHillview launderette Clifden map #99
Shamrock Dry Cleaners & washeteria Clifden map #55Ferrons Shop (Roundstone) Collections at 3pm Mon-Fri
library Opening hours See Clifden map symbolMon, wed 2:30pm-6pm and 6:30pm-8:30pm
Tues, Thurs, Sat 10:30am-1pm and 2:30pm-6pmFri 10:30am-1pm, 2:30pm-6pm and 6:30pm-8:30pm
P Parking Information See symbols on Clifden mapPublic car park behind Clifden Tourist Office
St. Joseph’s Church car park, 9am-6pm daily €Parking in town, pay-and-display parking meters €SuperValu underground car park First hour free
Post Office See symbol on Clifden mapMon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm / Sat 9:30am-1pm
where else to buy stamps? Distributor outside Clifden Post Office, Kylemore Abbey Craft Shop, Ferron's in Roundstone Also post office at office hours
Public toilets Beside coach park - pay to use See Clifden map
Supervalu public toilets See opening hours below
supervalu Opening hours 8am-9pm daily except Friday 8am-10pm
take-Away locate restaurants on Clifden map Connemara Hamper, Griffin's Bar, Guy's Bar,
Jasmine Garden, SuperValu
i tourist Information Office) 095 21163 See symbol on Clifden map
Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10am-4:50pm
Waste and Recyclables scheduleweek for Recycling: June 3-7
weeks for General waste: May 27-31 / June 10-14 Collection day varies depending on your location, please check with Barna waste on 1890 300 450.
Western Veterinary Clinic) 095 22209 Clifden Business Park
Wi-Fi / Internet Access See map symbolsE.J. King's Bar, Guy's Bar, lowry's Bar,
Mannion's Bar, Station House Hotel, O'Dowd's Café, Connemara Golf links, Joyce's Craft Shop
h For Emergencies, Dial 112 or 999Clifden Hospital ) 095 21301 See map symbol
v Bus Eireann ) 091 562000Departing Clifden Clifden library
weekdays: 9:00, 13:30 and 14:40 Sundays: 16:15Departing Galway New Coach Stationweekdays: 11:15, 13:00 and 18:15 Sundays: 12:50
v Citylink ) 091 564164Departing Clifden Clifden library
Daily: 7:15, 9:15, 12:00, 15:15 and 18:30Departing Galway New Coach StationDaily: 9:00, 12:00, 14:30, 16:00 and 17:30
Ferry to Inishbofin IslandTickets available on the boat. Adult return €20,
child 5-12 €10, student 12+ €15, family rates available.
Departing ClegganMon, wed & Thurs 11:30am 2:00pm* 6:45pmTue & Fri 11:30am 2:00pm* 7:30pmSat & Sun 11:30am 2:00pm* 6:45pmDeparting InishbofinMon, Tues & Fri 8:15am 1:00pm* 5:00pmwed, Thurs & Sat 9:00am 1:00pm* 5:00pmSun** 10:00am 1:00pm* 5:00pm
* weekends in May and daily in June, July and August ** and Monday of Bank Holiday
Connecting bus service to Cleggan - Citylink departing Clifden daily at 10:30, 13:30, 17:30
Petrol stationsTopaz, Main Street, Clifden Map #80
Sweeney Oil, Galway Road, Clifden Map #7Ferron's, Roundstone / Keogh's, Ballyconneely
taxi service to and from ClifdenThe Taxi Company ) 095 30000
Chris O'Neill ) 095 21444 / 086 8593939Chris O’Connor ) 086 3310270Noel King Roundstone ) 087 9582398Robert's Taxi ) 087 4161796Sky Taxi ) 095 22299 / 087 6664048Visit connemara.net for more useful info.
Cottage HandcraftsMoyard, Connemara, Co. Galway T: 353 95 41029E: [email protected] Find us on Facebook
The Best of Irish Knitwear and Crafts
5 miles from Clifden on the Westport Road
Open Daily 12-10pm from March to October
3 Course Value Menu €25.95 all Evening Sunday to Friday. Saturdays and Bank Holiday weekends only available until 6:30pm.
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Ballynahinch Castle and Deigo Palacios are pleased to present the wines of Tres Palacios from the Maipo Valley, Chile.
Join us with winemaker Diego as we explore the reserve and family wines of this wonderful winery. Head Chef, Xin Sun has designed a very special tasting menu to accompany these fine wines.
Book now for June 4th at 7pm, limited places. Dinner and wines €70 per person.
