Mud, turf, nets and swings – are all part of the winning combination of Turf Warrior in partnership with John West, taking place on November 2nd. This year marks the 10th year of hundreds of people heading into the muck to return as true (Turf) Warriors. The 8km course is set in wild bog land… Read more »
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Killary Sessions with Sean Keane
Killary Fjord Boat Tours are delighted to announce the return of Sean Keane for Killary Sessions on Saturday 1st June 2019. Now in its sixth year, the Killary Sessions combines a wonderful live musical experience with a boat trip on Killary, hosted by Killary Fjord Boat Tours. Sean Keane is one of the most popular performers… Read more »
KYLEMORE ABBEY IRISH COUNTRY CREAM
KYLEMORE ABBEY IRISH COUNTRY CREAM We recently launched Kylemore Abbey Country Cream to a very warm reception. Kylemore Abbey Country Cream, which is a creamy and versatile wine based drink, is available to buy in both in our Craft and Design Shop and in Mitchell’s Café or online at www.kylemoreabbeytourism.iehome. If you are not ready… Read more »
Emmy award winning cameraman, Doug Allan, for Conamara Sea Week 2015
If you want to rub shoulders with award winning cameraman Doug Allan of Blue Plant fame or hear the dulcet tones of the great Julie Feeney, or be captivated by the dazzling playing of piper Blackie O’Connell or your looking for a fun packed space for your family then the Quaker Village of Letterfrack in… Read more »
Medals Galore
We are delighted to announce our success at the Blas na h’Eireann Irish Food Awards held in Dingle this weekend. The Blas na h’Eireann Awards have grown both in size and prestige to become the most coveted signifier of excellence in the Irish Food Industry. Kylemore Abbey won a total of four medals, three gold… Read more »
Lots of great options this Summer at Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens
GUIDED WOODLAND AND MOUNTAIN HIKES RESUME This summer why not join a guided mountain hike that will take you high above Kylemore Abbey and its spectacular forest and lakeside setting for a very unique Connemara Experience! The hiking trails date back to when Mitchell Henry first developed the estate in the late 1800s. The hikes… Read more »
Annual Short Story Competition 2015
The West Wind Blows Annual Short Story Competition with Connemara Community Radio. Closing date for entries October 9th 2015 Contact the Radio for an entry form on: Email: bridie@connemarafm.com Telephone: 095-41616 Tune in to: 87.8 / 106.1 FM
The Sun is on its way!
Summer is coming and we have a lovely selection of activities, accommodation options, dining options, craft shops and visitor attractions and of course our festivals and events over the course of the summer so be sure to visit the Connemara Loop!
Over 100 Tourism Businesses and Community Groups to attend major Connemara networking event
Over 100 Connemara tourism businesses, community representatives and festival and events organisers are to attend a major networking meeting from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday 5th March in the Connemara Coast Hotel. Kindly supported by Galway County Council and Údarás na Gaeltachta the aim of the event is to familiarise everyone in Connemara with each… Read more »
