Gleninagh Castle
Gleninagh, Hollywell, Co Clare
Looking down from a hillside across the wide expanse of Galway Bay this well-preserved sixteenth-century tower house stands guard over the northern shoreline of the Burren. It as a distinctive L-Shaped plan.
Iniscealtra (Holy Island)
Iniscealtra, Lough Derg, Mountshannon, Co Clare
Accessible by boat Holy Island or Inis Cealtra containing approximately twenty hectares is situated on Lough Derg the largest lake on the Shannon.
Kilrush Historic Town Trails
Kilrush Town Council, Market Square, Kilrush, Co Clare
Kilrush or Cill Rois meaning the “church of the woods” has existed since the 16th century and is a landmark Maritime and Market town that lies at the beating heart of West Clare. Kilrush is the essence of the Irish experience. Its stunning sea vistas where the majestic Shannon River and thunderous Atlantic meet, its dramatic and poignant history, it’s tradition of warm hospitality and rich sporting and musical culture has lured visitors from far and near to Kilrush’s streets for well over a ce...
Knappogue Castle & Gardens
Knappogue, Co Clare
Built in 1467 by Sean Mac Namara Knappogue Castle has a long & varied past. In 1571 the castle became seat of Mac Namara Clan Earls of West Clancullen. Knappogue Castle Walled Garden is the ideal setting to escape offering a tranquil haven to relax.
Loophead Lighthouse
Loophead Peninsula, Loophead, Co Clare
Loophead Lighthouse will be open to the public weekends including bank holidays from Saturday 16th March and open 7 days week from June bank holiday weekend to early September 10.00am-5.30pm daily. Visitors have the opportunity to be guided to the top of the lighthouse and take in the magnificant views from the balcony. An informative, interactive exhibition also provides a history of the Lighthouse and allows the visitor to learn how the operation of this Lighthouse has progressed through the...
