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  Free Irish Reference Works
Ballynakill BALLYNAKILL, a parish, in the barony of LEITRIM, county of GALWAY, and province of CONNAUGHT
Ballynakill BALLYNAKILL, a parish, in the barony of BALLYNAHINCH, county of GALWAY, and province of CONNAUGHT
Ballyvary BALLYVARY, a market-town, in the parish of KILDECAMOGUE, barony of GALLEN, county of MAYO, and province of CONNAUGHT
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 Connemara Ireland - Ballynahinch
Some 5 km along this road is Ballynahinch Castle, now a hotel, but once the home of the great Martin family, who owned and ruled Connemara from 1700 to the period of the Great Famine (1846-’48).
Ballynahinch Lake, at the foot of Benlettery is the most southerly of a chain of lakes that enclose the Bens on the south and east.
Ballynahinch or Ballinahinch is situated close to Recess in County Galway in the West of Ireland, on the road from Recess to Roundstone.
www.connemaraireland.com /ballynahinch   (178 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
It stands proud and majestic overlooking the famous Ballynahinch Salmon River, whilst being surrounded by the splendour of the Twelve Bens Mountain Range.
Each of the forty bedrooms has a private bathroom and is decorated to the highest standards with your comfort in mind.
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is an intimate 4 star hotel set in 350 acres of woodlands.
www.tourclare.com /ballynahinch.php   (105 words)

  
 County Galway - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The territory of Aidhne lies in the south of the county and is coextensive with the diocese of Kilmacduagh.
County Galway is home to Lough Corrib (the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland) the Na Beanna Beola (Twelve Bens) mountain range, Na Sléibhte Mhám Toirc (the Maum Turk mountains), and the low mountains of Sliabh Echtghe (Slieve Aughty).
The population of the county as a whole at the April 2006 census was 231,052; however, when the city of Galway, which forms a separate administrative unit, was excluded, the population of the area under the control of Galway County Council was 159,052.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/County_Galway   (455 words)

  
 Pigots Directory of Ireland 1824-Galway
The county town of the same name, is distant from Dublin, by the Athenry road 102 miles.
The town with its liberties, extending four miles in all directions, constitutes a distinct county, and is governed by a mayor (who is a magistrate, ex officio, of the county at large), a recorder, aldermen and sheriffs.
Galway, so early as 1278 was a place of note, for we find from the town records, that, about this time, the inhabitants began to fortify themselves, and to build walls and bastions.
www.celticcousins.net /ireland/1824galway.htm   (1166 words)

  
 Self Catering Accommodation at The Old Manor, Ballynahinch, Connemara, Recess, Galway, Ireland.
Originally the land of the O'Flaherty Clan, Lords of Connaught, Ballynahinch has been home to many famous and colourful incumbents, including Grace O'Malley in the 1500's (The Pirate Queen of Connaught); Richard "Humanity Dick" Martin in the 1800's and the Maharajah Ranjitsinji in the early 1900's.
The Ballynahinch estate is beautifully situated - surrounded by lakes, rivers, mountains and trees in abundance.
In the early 18th century, a castle was built by the Martins on Ballynahinch Estate.
www.ballynahinch.net /en/index.html   (190 words)

  
 Galway County Directory 1862
The population in 1841 was 422,923; 403,746 in the rural, and 19,177 in the civic district, exclusive of Galway town; and in 1861 the total population of the same district was 254,256.
The principal towns are, Galway, Tuam, Loughrea, Gort, and Ballinasloe: population in 1861, 16,786, 4,542, 3,063, 2,077, and 3,200.
Established in 1833, for the Lunatic Poor of the counties of Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, and the town and county of the town of Galway.
www.libraryireland.com /Thom1862/Galway.php/index.php   (2038 words)

  
 Ballynahinch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ballynahinch is the name of at least two towns in Ireland:
Ballynahinch, County Down, a small town in Northern Ireland.
Ballynahinch, County Galway in the Republic of Ireland.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ballynahinch   (107 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle Hotel - Castle Accommodation near Galway Ireland
The Ballynahinch Catchment drains an area of 68 square miles and is a diverse system of interconnected loughs and rivers, drained by the Ballynahinch River.
There are numerous other 18 hole golf courses in the county such as The Barna Golf Course, The Galway Bay Course in Oranmore and the Oughterard Golf Course.
Ballynahinch Castle is located in the centre of the vast Ballynahinch Estate, which comprises 350 acres of unspoilt Connemara landscape.
www.celticcastles.com /castles/ballynahinch/html/thearea.html   (404 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle - 4 Star Hotel, Galway Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Ballynahinch Castle is steeped in a wealth of tradition and has been intertwined in the history of Connemara and its people for many centuries.
Ballynahinch Castle has a charm and aura, which can best be described as 'Casual Country Elegance', which few forget and most return for.
Ballynahinch Castle's close association with the history of the area is reflected in each of its individually appointed bedrooms.
www.dublinevents.com /manor-house-hotels/ballynahinch-castle-hotel.php   (767 words)

  
 Irish Hotels - Informtion on Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Galway
Ballynahinch Fishery is known as one of the finest salmon and sea trout rivers in Ireland.
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is situated in 350 acres of woodlands; rivers and walks and overlooks the Ballynahinch Salmon River.
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is in Connemara; in the West of Ireland.
www.irishhotels.com /hotel-ballynahinch-castle-hotel.html   (531 words)

  
 irish guide - accommodation in ireland, recommended , irishguide, Premier Hotels, castles, guesthouses in ireland
BALLYNAHINCH CASTLE - County Galway Ballynahinch Castle is set in the heart of Connemara and stands proud and majestic overlooking the famous Ballynahinch River.
GLENLO ABBEY - County Galway The 5-Star Glenlo Abbey Hotel is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World Group, an exclusive organisation which, for a quarter of a century, has brought together some of the finest quality hotels, country houses and historic chateaux around the world.
WHITFORD HOUSE - County Wexford The marriage of Jim Whitty and Kathleen Radford in 1964 (hence "Whitford") was an amalgamation of two families steeped in the Wexford tradition of friendship and hospitality.
www.theirishguide.com /Accomodation/Premier/accom_prem_bycounty.html   (1090 words)

  
 Clifden, Galway County, Ireland - Lewis, 1837 description ©Jane Lyons
CLIFDEN, a sea-port, in the parish of OMEY, barony of BALLYNAHINCH, county of GALWAY, and province of CONNAUGHT, 39½ miles (W. by N.) from Galway City, and 144 miles (W.) from Dublin ; containing 1257 inhabitants.
In 1822 roads were commenced by Government from Oughterard to Clifden, from Galway to Clifden, and from Clifden to Westport (Co. Mayo), the completion of which and the formation of new ones in Connemara would prove highly beneficial to the district.
There is a quay at Clifden, where vessels of 200 tons burden can lie, and part of the funds for the relief of the distressed Irish were expended in lengthening it.
www.from-ireland.net /lewis/g/clifden.htm   (862 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, Connemara Hotel. Secure Online Reservations
Beautiful rooms, including the luxury Riverside wing of the Ballynahinch Castle Hotel are tastefully and individually furnished.
In casual country elegance, a superb restaurant, fed by fresh home produce and locally caught fish is complimented by an attractive old world bar and open log fires.
Ballynahinch, the jewel in the crown of Connemara encompasses late 20th century comforts in a setting untouched by time.
www.centralr.com /Ballynahinch_Castle_Hotel.html   (244 words)

  
 Tandem Cycle Works of Colorado | Ireland Tandem Tour 2006
Galway is alive with activity, and the atmosphere is fun and festive.
Our night in Galway was spent dining on fresh fish and chips and attending a show featuring a young Irish band playing traditional instruments.
On to Ennis, a village maintaining its medieval flavor, and the main town of County Clare.
www.tandemcycleworks.com /ireland.htm   (1038 words)

  
 Galway - Foto-Galerie 3
Boats moored in the grounds of Ballynahinch Castle
Ballynahinch Castle is set amidst 350 acres of woodlands, rivers and lakes
Acres of woodland stretch to the horizon at Ballynahinch
www.westirland.com /galway/gallery3.htm   (112 words)

  
 Ireland hotels: Ballynahinch Castle
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is an intimate 4 star hotel set in 450 acres of woodlands, rivers and walks in the heart of Connemara.
From the luxurious riverside rooms with 4-poster beds to the elegant restaurant and the informal and intimate Fisherman’s Pub, Ballynahinch Castle is a must.
Ballynahinch Castle 's close association with the history of the area is reflected in each of its individually appointed bedrooms.
www.authenticireland.com /accommodation/ballynahinch.htm   (753 words)

  
 Connemara - A Wild & Wonderful Beauty in Co. Galway
Connemara in County Galway, is one of the most scenic areas of Ireland, in a wild and lonely way.
Ballynahinch Castle in Recess has to be one of my favourite spots on this earth.
The lands of the O'Flaherty clan stretched to within 15 miles of Galway city on the east and into County Mayo to the north-west.
www.fortunecity.com /bally/galway/37/connemara.htm   (2076 words)

  
 Ballynahinch, County Galway - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ballynahinch or Ballinahinch (Baile na hInse in Irish) is situated close to Recess in County Galway in the West of Ireland, on the road from Recess to Roundstone.
It also lies on the route of the former railway line from Galway city to Clifden (the "Capital of Connemara").
Ballynahinch Castle, set in a wooded estate in the shadow of the Twelve Bens and overlooking the Ballynahinch River and Lake, is today a large hotel providing facilities for shooting, fly fishing, and other outdoor activities.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ballynahinch,_County_Galway   (164 words)

  
 Division of Genies World of Travel, Inc. Ballynahinch Castle
It stands proud and majestic overlooking the famous Ballynahinch Salmon River, whilst being surrounded the splendor of the Twelve Bens Mountain Range.
Ballynahinch Castle and Connemara offer a wealth of activities and pursuits.
Ballynahinch Fishery is world renowned as one of the finest Salmon and sea trout rivers in Ireland.
www.olearytours.com /ballynahinch.html   (933 words)

  
 All County Galway hotels
This luxury, four star country manor hotel is ideally located in five acres of beautiful grounds and yet convenient to Galway city centre.
Perfectly located in the heart of the city on Galway's Quay Street with a host of bars and restaurants on its doorstep.
Overlooking the historic Spanish Arch and Galway Bay, Jurys Inn Galway is within short walking distance of the city's commercial and shopping districts.
www.openroads.com /?id=county_galway_hotels   (725 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle Recess Galway Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Compare prices and check availability for all Hotels in Galway.
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is an intimate 4 star hotel set in 350 acres of woodlands, rivers and walks in the heart of Connemara.
These are comfortable rooms with varying shapes and situated in the main section of the house with views either of the mountains, river or courtyard.
www.irishbeds.com /hotel/00429.html   (93 words)

  
 Slaters Directory of Ireland 1846- Clifden, Galway
Is a sea-port and market town, in the parish of Omey, barony of Ballynahinch, county of Galway, 178 miles w.
from Galway, situated on an eminence, on the shore of a winding estuary, that empties itself into Ardbear, or Clifden harbour, on the western coast.
The parish of Omey contained, in 1811, 7,953 inhabitants, and the town of Clifden 1,509 of that number.
www.celticcousins.net /ireland/1846clifden.htm   (633 words)

  
 Luxury apartments in historic mansion, Connemara, County Galway, Ireland.
Luxury apartments in historic mansion, Connemara, County Galway, Ireland.
Unless you have been to the Connemara, that strip of land north of Galway and between the Atlantic and Lough Corrib, you can't imagine its almost surreal beauty.
It is on the shores of Ballynahinch Lake, overlooked by the Twelve Bens Mountains, approached by a private drive.
www.gtunlimited.com /irelandestatesapartments.html   (313 words)

  
 Images of County Galway - John Casey   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
I have a number of pictures of galway.
The first picture you see is of Ballynahinch Castle(1.).
Next is the Quays Pub in Galway City(5.).
homepage.eircom.net /~johncasey/galway_photos.htm   (33 words)

  
 Castle Bed & Breakfasts - ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine
Ballynahinch overlooks the famous Ballynahinch Salmon River known as one of the finest salmon and sea trout rivers in the World.
Featuring 40 rooms with private baths, guests are surrounded by luxury accommodations designed to reflect "casual country elegance".
Ballynahinch Castle offers a Winter Package that includes 2 nights stay and an exquisite dinner in the Owenmore Restaurant on the castle grounds.
www.roadandtravel.com /hotelsresorts/2005/castlebedandbreakfast.htm   (344 words)

  
 Rental accommodation, connemara, galway, ireland
Two-storey cottage located in the remote and tranquil district of Claddaghduff, 95 km from Galway.
Claddaghduff is the ideal base from which to explore the beautiful coast, rugged mountains and lakes of Connemara with its rich folklore, mythology and multitude of ancient historical sites.
Beach Road, Claddaghduff, Connemara, Co Galway - less than 5 minutes walk from beautiful beach and short walk to Omey Island.
www.westirelandholidays.com /galway/claddaghduff.htm   (232 words)

  
 Going Places - Ireland - The Insider's Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
GOING PLACES on the Web found people familiar with Ireland and asked them what they like about the country and what activities they would recommend for travelers.
Des Kenny is the proprietor of Kenny's Bookshop in Galway, which is featured on GOING PLACES.
A fishing or touring trip to the lake country of County Lietrim in northwest Ireland.
www.pbs.org /wnet/goingplaces2/ireland/guide.html   (198 words)

  
 Crump or Ilane-a-Green island, Co. Galway Ireland, Lewis, 1837 description ©Jane Lyons
Crump or Ilane-a-Green island, Co. Galway Ireland, Lewis, 1837 description ©Jane Lyons
CRUMP, or ILANE-A-GREEN, an island, in the parish of BALLYNAKILL, barony of BALLYNAHINCH, county of GALWAY, and province of CONNAUGHT, 10 miles (N. E.) from Clifden.
This island, which is inhabited by only one family, is situated near the entrance of Ballynakill harbour on the western coast, and contains about 10 statute acres of arable land.
www.from-ireland.net /lewis/g/crump.htm   (117 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle Hotel in Shannon, Ireland
Ballynahinch River Front, Shannon, IE Hotel Rates and Availability Search
LOCATED ON 450 ACRE ESTATE, THIS 40 BEDROOM 4 STAR HOTEL IS OVERLOOKING THE FAMOUS BALLYNAHINCH RIVER.
Check in time is 3:00 PM, Check out time is 12:00 AM.
www.hotel-rates.com /ireland/shannon/ballynahinch-castle-hotel.html   (366 words)

  
 Ballynahinch Castle Clifden - online hotel reservations
Offering panoramic views of Ballynahinch river, offering culinary elegance, all drawn from fresh local produce.
Galway City is 41 miles away from the Ballynahinch Castle, a city of great character charm and culture.
Our goal is to offer you the widest possible choice of accommodation, with the best deals and discount rates for your next vacation, city break or business travel.
www.all-hotels.com /xbook/servlet/hotel-details?hotl_id=437735   (384 words)

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