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  Claregalway County Galway Information Claregalway Map Claregalway   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Claregalway is located approximately 12km from the bright lights of Galway City, on the junction of N17 (Galway/Sligo) and N18 (Dublin/Limerick) routes and 3km from Galway International Airport.
Although Claregalway town has expanded substantially over the years, it still holds great respect and admiration for its culture and history, as is evidenced by the many historical sites located around the town.
Claregalway is home to the ruins of a Franciscan abbey built by John de Cogan in 1290.
www.claregalway.org   (209 words)

  
 Claregalway - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Claregalway (Irish: Baile Chláir) is a village situated about 10km from the city of Galway in County Galway, Ireland.
Claregalway hosts an annual drama festival and is home to numerous sporting clubs, a Roman Catholic church called "St. James and the Assumption" which forms the focal point of the village, two primary schools (one Catholic and one non-denominational), two large hotels and a growing retail and service industry.
Claregalway Parish is one of the largest in the county and includes a number of townlands (small clusters of houses) some of the bigger being Carnmore, Lydican, Lough George and Cregboy.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Claregalway   (455 words)

  
 Local History of Claregalway, Co.Galway, Éire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
While there is no percise information on when the Claregalway castle was actually built, the indications are that it is probably late 15th century and may have been built on the site of an older wooden structure.
References to Claregalway and its castle keep cropping up because it was an important strategic point in the defence of the city of Galway itself.
Claregalway is mentioned twice in connection with this battle.
www.claregalway.net /castles.htm   (1917 words)

  
 Local History of Claregalway, Co.Galway, Éire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Petition of Honor Higgins, widow, to the warden complaining of Rev. Malachy Mannin, who possessed himself of ground she ought to have.’ The tradition about him in the parish was that he had a strong personality, although the above extract does not show him in a favourable light.
As well as renovating the church, he was responsible for the construction of the parochial house and affecting improvements to the Friary cemetery.
He also had an interest in education and was responsible for the building of the new school in Claregalway and also the renovations to the Carnmore School.
www.claregalway.net /church2.htm   (4046 words)

  
 July/August 2004
The forty eight bedroom Claregalway Hotel and Escape Leisure complex is a massive development, with forty eight bedrooms and an excellent leisure complex and with the River Bistro which open's daily from 6-00 p.m.
Claregalway Hotel will no doubt provide major changes in the rapidly developing country area, which now boasts of relaxing surroundings and state of the art facilities and yet only six miles from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Claregalway will in time be a beautiful town (no longer a village) and part of the development plan is the creation of an amenity zone surrounding Claregalway Abbey thereby preserving its integrity.
homepage.eircom.net /~nuachtchlair/BackIssues/2004/julyaug.htm   (3597 words)

  
 Claregalway Hotels, Claregalway B&Bs and Claregalway Self-catering Accommodation from Milford
Claregalway is a village located 8 miles north east of Galway.
Its name is derived from the Irish 'Baile Chláir', which means 'town on the river Clare'.
Claregalway is part of a Gaeltacht area, which means Irish is the first language.
www.milford.co.uk /ireland/claregalway.html   (61 words)

  
 Welcome to Carnmore.net   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The townland of Carnmore is at the southern end of the parish of Claregalway.
In the Claregalway end of the parish the land is somewhat heavier and is more of a clay loam kind.
Because lads who had already played Senior with Claregalway were now playing with Carnmore it did not take them long to make their mark and they went on to win a County Junior title against Clarenbridge at Monivea in 1946.
www.carnmore.net /history.htm   (1676 words)

  
 Western People: GAA: Claregalway edge home against Clonbur in close finish   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Claregalway are Galway Intermediate champions for the very first time.
Claregalway had a goal disallowed just before halftime and had shown enough of commitment and passion to suggest they would be strong contenders on the restart.
Claregalway grabbed the initiative and surged into a three points lead entering the final five minutes.
www.westernpeople.ie /news/story.asp?j=5850   (474 words)

  
 1916, Wars, History of Claregalway, Co.Galway, Éire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The leader of the Claregalway men was Tom Ruane who was also the captain of the Claregalway hurling team.
Charles Quinn from Claregalway was injured in a failed ambush on the Black and Tans.
Erected by his widow, family and 1916 comrades of the Old IRA Claregalway, in memory of the Vice-Brigadier of the Second Western Division.
www.claregalway.net /1916.htm   (2164 words)

  
 Official Website of Claregalway, Co.Galway, Éire   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
With Claregalway always in the limelight as a traffic bottleneck, why not try for one day to try and find other means of transport.
Claregalway Historical and Cultural Society have recently undertaken a new project.
Galway Arts Festival, Ireland’s largest and most prestigious annual arts festival is set to start in less than a months time from Monday 17th to Sunday 30th July.  Macnas will perform their ever popular Street parade on Sunday 23rd July.
www.claregalway.net   (691 words)

  
 Cloughaun Claregalway (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.umd.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Claregalway is a rapidly expanding satellite town currently undergoing enormous change.
This is a unique opportunity for families seeking a superbly designed large detached house in an excellent living environment.
We understand that the property will be held freehold and free of encumbrances, restrictions or outgoings of an onerous nature other than those indicated to us at the time of our inspection (or which our attention has since been drawn) which would affect value.
www.rooneys.ie.cob-web.org:8888 /Residential/Detatched/Cloughaun_Claregalway.html   (507 words)

  
 Galway Advertiser | galwayadvertiser.ie | galwayadvertiser.com
However he claimed that some areas, such as Claregalway, had fewer Irish speakers than areas outside the Gaeltacht but were still afforded the same language protection measures as Gaeltacht strongholds.
Mr Ó hÉallaithe's comments follow the recent decision by An Bord Pleanála to refuse a developer leave to appeal the imposition of a language condition on a new housing development in Claregalway.
The developer had sought to have a planning condition requiring that a proportion of the dwellings -- 12 out of 67, according to an agreement with the local authority -- restricted to occupancy by people with proficiency in the Irish language overturned.
www.galwayadvertiser.ie /dws/story.tpl?inc=2002/03/30/news/30950.html   (368 words)

  
 Entertainment 12 March 1998
Claregalway's annual drama festival began last Sunday at Claregalway Leisure Centre with Estuary Players' presentation of Mass Appeal by BC Davis, and continues until Friday March 20.
Since 1982 Claregalway Drama Festival has become one of the most popular festivals of its kind in the west of Ireland.
One of the new features of this year's festival, to cater for the ever-growing number of young children in a village that has become virtually a suburb of Galway city is a special night when Galway Puppet Theatre will present Hans Christian Anderson's The Emperor and the Nightingale on Friday March 13.
www.galwayadvertiser.ie /ent/120398/page8.htm   (161 words)

  
 Grealish seeks public meeting with ESB over power line
There has been no public consultation on the issue, and Deputy Grealish is therefore seeking a public meeting with the ESB on behalf of local residents.
'Claregalway is a rapidly expanding suburb of Galway city and has witnessed a population surge of 48% in recent years.
There is considerable public concern among the residents of Claregalway, regarding the proposed power line and the effects that this may have on their health, their families and the value of their homes,' says Noel Grealish TD.
www.progressivedemocrats.ie /press_room/1284   (230 words)

  
 Claregalway County Galway Property Claregalway Information Claregalway Attractions Claregalway Galway
Claregalway Castle located on the banks of the Clare River.
Located beside the Clare River in Claregalway (a small village north of Galway on the way to Tuam notorious for traffic jams), it was founded by the Franciscans around 1290.
The river was used to drive a mill, there were cattle kept to provide both milk and beef, and there was a leper hospital on the site from 1310.
www.tuam-guide.com /claregalway.htm   (579 words)

  
 Newspaper Abstracts
Hosty, the zealous and exemplary Parish Priest of Claregalway, for a subscription towards the completion of his chapel, the works of which were much injured in the memorable and terrific storm of last year; to the application of the rev. gentleman Mr.
This generous and disinterested act is duly appreciated by the worthy pastor and his flock, as the chapel of Claregalway is not erected on Boyce's property.
It would be superfluous in us to enter into a detail of the merits of this excellent and esteemed gentleman, as a politician advocating liberal and patriotic principles, and as an enthusiastic Irishman devotedly attached to the best interests of his country., Mr.
www.irelandoldnews.com /Galway/1840/OCT.html   (9628 words)

  
 By-pass the only way to solve Claregalway's congestions problems says Grealish
Progressive Democrats TD Noel Grealish has today claimed that a by-pass is the only way the dreadful congestion problems of Claregalway can be solved and he will continue to campaign for the go-ahead to be given.
Deputy Noel Grealish is insisting that the proposal to have a by-pass of the village must remain an immediate priority for all the Dail deputies in the Galway West constituency.'
I've said it before and say it again now- it¹s only a matter of time before there is a serious accident in the area ­ and playing politics with the danger is not on,' he ended.
www.progressivedemocrats.ie /press_room/1323   (404 words)

  
 Knockdoe Claregalway (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.umd.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The property is located in the town land of Knockdoe, Claregalway, Co Galway.
Anyone looking for a more relaxed pace of life without being removed from the modern city life this is an ideal opportunity that has presented itself.
We understand that the property is held freehold and free of encumbrances, restrictions or outgoings of an onerous nature other than those indicated to us at the time of our inspection (or which our attention has since been drawn) which would affect value.
www.rooneys.ie.cob-web.org:8888 /Residential/Detatched/Knockdoe_Claregalway.html   (373 words)

  
 The Arches- www.ireland.ie - Let's Play! Holidays, breaks, accommodation, events, and attractions in Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The Arches Hotel is situated in the village of Claregalway.
The Arches Hotel, located in the village of Claregalway bridges the rural and urban divide.
Away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, its proximity to the city of Galway is ideal for visitors to the Western Capital.
www.ireland.ie /RESULT/IndividualResultTCS.aspx?touristItemID=62005   (1568 words)

  
 Bed and Breakfast in Claregalway County Galway
Claregalway is situated 8 km east of Galway city and is rapidly becoming a satellite town of the city of Galway, yet it still maintaining its ancient charm.
It has help, of course, as the ruins of its Franciscan Friary, founded c.1250; still cast a shadow on the nearby Clare River.
The ruined castle of the Burkes also helps Claregalway it keep its ancient charm.
www.irelandbedandbreakfast.biz /Galway/Claregalway/index.asp   (84 words)

  
 Galway Advertiser | galwayadvertiser.ie | galwayadvertiser.com
A public meeting in Claregalway next week will hear of plans to roll out a wireless broadband service in the area.
Plans are underway to provide a wireless broadband service in Claregalway in partnership with Irish Broadband under the County and Group Broadband Scheme.
The service, which is expected to be launched in August, will also be available to residents in Corrandulla, Lackagh, Turloughmore, and Corundum.
www.galwayadvertiser.ie /dws/story.tpl?inc=2006/05/11/news/32984.html   (111 words)

  
 Hotel in Galway Low cost The Arches Hotel Clare galway
Additional facilties at The Arches Galway Hotel Claregalway: This quality galway hotel offers guests a wide range of amenities ensuring a pleasant and hassle free stay in The Galway Hotel.
Dynamic courteous staff are available around the clock to assist guests with information about the location in Galway, tourism, travel, theatre and restaurant bookings to name but a few.
The Galway hotel is an elegant 3 star Hotel located in Galway the expanding village of Claregalway.
www.thearcheshotel.ie   (388 words)

  
 Cregmore   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The property is located in the townland of Cregmore, Co Galway.
Situated approximately 7 miles from Galway City on the eastern suburb and within only a couple of minutes commuting distance to Oranmore and Claregalway villages.
Located in a popular and much sought after residential location the residence avails of all local necessary residential amenities together with the convenience and accessibility of Galway City.
www.rooneys.ie /Residential/Detatched/Cregmore.html   (456 words)

  
 Welcome to ClareGalway Castle, ClareGalway, Ireland.
The Barony of Clare had 33 castles at time of the 1585 survey.
The 2 principal demesnes were Claregalway and Corofin.
Yet again ClareGalway Castle is very much a work in progress and we hope to keep interested parties informed of progress and developments through this website and the media.
www.claregalwaycastle.com   (249 words)

  
 Claregalway Hotel. Galway, Ireland - Discounted rates at www.bookings.net
The Claregalway Hotel offers a stress free environment, a warm welcome, excellent service and mouthwatering cuisine.
Designed to redefine the idea of what service should be, the Claregalway hotel offers a warm welcome, a stress free environment, excellent service and mouthwatering cuisine all brought to you by professionals who love what they do.
The Claregalway Hotel is located in the village of Claregalway 12 km from Galway city on the junction of n17 (Galway/Sligo) and n18 (Dublin/Limerick) routes.
www.bookings.net /hotel/ie/claregalway.en.html   (1041 words)

  
 Claregalway Hotel News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The Clare Galway Hotel is delighted to be the proud sponsors of the Claregalway Football team for the forthcoming season.
Paul Gill Managing Director says "I am delighted that the Clare Galway Hotel is associated with Claregalway Football Team and be able to support them for their next season”.
The hotel has a strong policy to support local clubs and organizations within the Parish of Claregalway and its immediate surroundings in whatever way it can.
www.claregalwayhotel.ie /News_Item.asp?News_ID=49   (145 words)

  
 Claregalway Hotel, Conference Centre & Leisure Club in Galway/Connemara, Ireland
A new luxurious hotel with a state of the Art Leisure Club and Conference Centre.
Location: In the village of Claregalway 12kms from Galway city, on the junction of N17 (Galway/Sligo) and N18 (Dublin/Limerick) routes.
Please note: this is a room only rate but breakfast and dinner is available in the River Bistro restaurant at an extra cost which may be added to your bill on departure.
www.softguides.com /ireland/accommodation/claregalwayhotel.html   (342 words)

  
 Claregalway Meet & Train Group | Galway City Harriers
Wednesday 19th July at 7pm is the initial start up date for the new Claregalway Meet and Train Group.
We will meet at the Claregalway GAA pitch on that evening and every Wednesday thereafter.
As a group we will prepare for runs/walks such as the Streets of Galway 8K on 12th Aug, GalwayBay 10 on Oct 7th and not forgetting the Claregalway 10k road race on Sat.
www.galwaycityharriers.com /?q=node/99   (256 words)

  
 Claregalway, Ireland
Northeast of Galway on the N17, Claregalway has the ruins of a Franciscan friary (National Monument) founded in 1290 and enlarged in the 15th C. On a tombstone in the church is a representation of a primitive plough.
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