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  Self Catering Killaloe, Holiday Home Killaloe & Killaloe Cottage
Killaloe is situated right on the banks of Lough Derg in Co. Clare, close to the borders of Tipperary and Limerick counties.
These Trident Holiday Homes are located nearby the Limerick University Acivity Centre which features a wide range of outdoor activities and offers Trident patrons a 10% discount on many Adult Skills Courses (including sailing, windsurfing and kayaking), Multi Activity Courses and children's Water Week Camps.
Killaloe is the birthplace of Ireland’s famous 10th century High King, Brian Boru and hosts a Brian Boru Festival every year in mid-July with traditional music, dancing and festivities.
www.thh.ie /counties/clare/killaloe.html   (518 words)

  
  Killaloe, Clare Marriage License Bonds   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Bondsmen: Edward BOYLAND of Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, and Maurice COGAN of Killaloe.
Bondsmen: William COX of Killaloe, Co. Clare, yeoman, and Richard HEALY of Killydernan, Co. Tipperary, yeoman.
Killaloe and Francis RYAN of Sylvergrove, Co. Clare.
home.att.net /~labaths/killaloe.htm   (2571 words)

  
 Music of the Royal Irish Rangers
Killaloe is a popular march in the Irish Regiments of the British army.
Killaloe was written around 1887 by a 41-year-old Irish composer named Robert Martin, for the London Musical "Miss Esmeralda" and sung by a Mr E J Lohnen.
The Killaloe song, with original melody in 2/4 time, was made well known in military circles by a cousin of Lt. Charles Martin, who served with the 88th Connaught Rangers (The Devil's Own) from 1888 until his death in 1893.
www.royalirishrangers.co.uk /music.html   (420 words)

  
 irish guide - Touring the Shannon Killaloe Limerick Ireland
Killaloe is the southernmost town on Lough Derg and is steeped in history, it is the home of Brian Boru, Ireland's heroic High King (1002-1014) who routed the Vikings from Ireland.
Killaloe Music Festival has become one of the highlights of the Irish classical music calendar which is hosted annually in July by the Irish Chamber Orchestra.
Killaloe is separated from its 'twin' town of Ballina by a bridge over the Shannon.
www.theirishguide.com /shannon/killaloe.html   (386 words)

  
 The Catholic Encyclopedia - Killaloe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Flannan was the first Bishop of Killaloe, and is said to have been consecrated at Rome by John IV about 640.
Cornelius Ryan, a Franciscan friar, and brother of a chieftain, was consecrated Bishop of Killaloe in 1576.
He was named bishop by Propaganda in 1671, at the urgent request of the Catholics of the diocese, his qualifications for the exalted office being set forth in various testimonials from the doctors of the University of Paris, and several French bishops and archbishops.
jcsm.org /StudyCenter/Catholic_Encyclopedia/08641a.htm   (1596 words)

  
 Killaloe Public Libary   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Grainne Ryan, Killaloe Public Library, The Lock House, Killaloe, County Clare.
Killaloe Public Library is situated on the original site of the lock keeper's house in Killaloe in East Clare.
The library was officially opened on 24th June, 1994 and is ideally situated between the River Shannon and the canal facing north towards the mouth of Lough Derg.
www.clarelibrary.ie /eolas/library/branches/kilolib.htm   (108 words)

  
 Killaloe_Ballina   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Killaloe (Cill Dalua - the Church of Do Lua or Mo Lua) is steeped in history.
At the side of the church stands St. Lua's oratory built in the tenth century and carefully removed from Friar's Island down stream from Killaloe in 1930 prior to the flooding of the area by the hydro electric scheme.
The bridge at Killaloe was built in the early 1800's and the existing navigation arch was inserted in the 1920's.
homepage.eircom.net /~bmcg/kbanglers/killaloe_ballina.htm   (308 words)

  
 KILLALOE - LoveToKnow Article on KILLALOE   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Near KilJaloe stood Brian Boru's palace of Kincora, celebrated in verse by Moore; for this was the capital of the kings of Munster.
Killaloe is frequented by anglers for the Shannon salmon-fishing and for trout-fishing in Lough Derg.
Killaloe gives name to Protestant and Roman Catholic dioceses.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /K/KI/KILLALOE.htm   (218 words)

  
 Killaloe
The former, after whom the town of Killaloe is called - Cill Dalua - 'The Church of Lua', had his monastic establishment on an island in the Shannon.
But Killaloe is best remembered as the home of Brian Boru, High King of Ireland 1002-1014, and the progenitor of one of Ireland's great families, the O'Briens.
In the 12th century Killaloe emerged as the ecclesiastical centre of the newly formed diocese of the same name.
www.dairyguesthouse.com /killaloe.htm   (420 words)

  
 Killaloe 2003 :: Killaloe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The picturesque village of Killaloe, Co. Clare is situated on the southern tip of Lough Derg, a mere twenty-minute drive from Limerick city and within driving distance from Clare's rugged coastline.
A renowned starting point for the "Shannon Cruise", Killaloe is one of the principal crossings on the River Shannon and from here it is possible to navigate as far as Lough Key in Sligo.
Killaloe, which was built in the 12th century by the then High King of Ireland, Brian Boru, has huge historical significance, as it was believed to be the capital of Ireland at one time.
www.icorch.com /killaloe/killaloe/index.shtml   (251 words)

  
 Kilalloe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Killaloe Heritage Centre elaborates on the theme of Celtic Ireland.
Regal Killaloe, once the capital of Ireland as the 11th century seat of heroic King Brian Boru, is now the serene centre of leisure activity on Ireland’s natural water park, Lough Derg.
Killaloe bridges the centuries, as well as connecting counties Clare and Tipperary with its distinctive 13 arch bridge linking Killaloe to the pretty village of Ballina.
www.shannonheritage.com /Killaloe.htm   (467 words)

  
 The Spirit of Killaloe - Killaloe.ie   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Killaloe lies where the river Shannon resumes it's course out of the neck of Lough Derg.
At the southern end of Killaloe, close to the shannon, stands the restored 13 century St. Flannan's Cathedral.
Killaloe also offers a wide variety of restaurants, each with it's own unique atmosphere serving a wide variety of cuisine.
killaloe.ie /whelans   (429 words)

  
 Limerick.com - Viking festival in Killaloe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Killaloe's steep streets are thronged with a host of strange creature - leprechauns, fairies, Celtic warriors and Vikings.
This re-enactment of a Viking invasion is the culmination of a week of festivities in Killaloe to celebrate the annual Brian Boru festival.
After the battle and the defeat of the Vikings, the crowd crossed the bridge to present Brian Boru - local publican and veteran funny-man, Brendan Grace - with a tribute of the captured Viking boat.
www.limerick.com /news/archive/news190703.html   (275 words)

  
 Ireland - Catholic Church Local History and Ancestors Genealogy Research
Diocese of Killaloe and portions in the Dioceses of Galway and Limerick.
Diocese of Cashel and portions of the Dioceses of Killaloe and Waterford and Lismore.
The Diocese of Killaloe encompasses portions of counties Clare, Laois, Limerick, Offaly and Tipperary.
home.att.net /~Local_Catholic/Catholic-Ireland.htm   (6047 words)

  
 Lough Derg & River Shannon at Killaloe - A Coarse & Pike Fishing Guide
The scenic villages of Killaloe and Ballina are divided by the River Shannon at the southern end of the mighty 32,000 acre Lough Derg.
Killaloe is a well established Pike and Coarse Angling Centre with all supporting services available to the visitor.
Killaloe is also a good base for those interested in fishing the EAST CLARE LAKES.
www.shannon-fishery-board.ie /guides/coarse/killaloe.htm   (645 words)

  
 Ireland Mid-West Online - County Clare - Killaloe
Killaloe's principal features are a narrow but pretty many-arched bridge and Killaloe Cathedral.
Killaloe is effectively the southern limit for cruising on the Shannon, and has an Emerald Star Line depot for cruiser hire as well as some much smaller boat-hire enterprises.
There is generally live music to be found somewhere in the town, both traditional and contemporary, especially on the weekends and in the summer time.
www.irelandmidwest.com /clare/towns/killaloe.htm   (241 words)

  
 Killaloe and Area History Timeline
Killaloe Separate School, built in 1912, burns to the ground for a second time.
The Hoch farm is donated to the village of Killaloe.
The Village of Killaloe and the Township of Hagarty and Richards amalgamate July 1.
www.pembroke.library.on.ca /Killaloe/history_project/timeline.htm   (726 words)

  
 Irish walking holiday, Clare, Ireland
A free day in Killaloe gives the opportunity to enjoy a lake cruise, a relaxing day on the edge of Ireland's great waterway, the River Shannon.
Broadford to Killaloe - Walking along Sarsfield's Ride where 600 Irish soldiers rode in 1690 to ambush guns being delivered to King William in Limerick.
Killaloe to Garrykennedy - Over the Arra Mountains to the highest point on the route at 462m, pristine blanket bog and superb views descending to a lakeside walk to Garrykennedy, famous for traditional music.
www.tailor-madetours.com /tours/walk-eastclare-way.htm   (372 words)

  
 Killaloe 2003 :: Amenities :: Golf   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Less than half an hour's drive from Killaloe, Shannon is an excellent test for the great (and not so great).
This course is set on 150 acres of unspoilt, rolling, quiet countryside with majestic views of East Clare and again is within a half an hour of Killaloe village.
Located 500m from the bridge, Killaloe Pitch and Putt course is a professionally designed course set in beautiful surroundings overlooking Lough Derg.
www.icorch.com /killaloe/amenities/index.shtml   (372 words)

  
 Descendant Families Report for the Winnetts of Killaloe, Ireland
This John was the oldest son of Richard and Ellenor Winnett, born in Killaloe on Aug 29, 1805.
Nine or ten children were born in Killaloe prior to emigration to London, Ontario in 1847.
One story about Henry which should be worked in prior to his partnership in 1874, appeared in the London Advertiser July 9, 1927, p.4: Henry Winnett, named for his father Henry Winnett, the boilermaker, died a millionaire, and one of the best known hotelmen on the continent.
members.shaw.ca /davesfamily/__03winnett_home.html   (1782 words)

  
 Communities in The Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards
A Hamlet named Fort MacDonnel began to be called Killaloe Station as early as 1894 when The Ottawa, Arnprior, Parry Sound Railway forged it's way through the area.
The Village of Killaloe Station was incorporated in 1908, about a mile north of another location now known as "Old Killaloe".
Killaloe Station changed it's official name to Killaloe in 1988, and Station Park was built on the former rail site in 1994.
www.killaloe-hagarty-richards.ca /towns.html   (280 words)

  
 The O'Brien Clan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Probably situated at the highest point in the town of Killaloe, where the Roman Catholic church now stands, this royal palace of Brian Boru has completely disappeared.
The ancient one lane bridge connecting Balina, Co.Tipperary on the far side to Killaloe, Co Clare on the near side.
Kincora, Co. Clare - Ceannocora (the head of the weir) which is situated about two kilometres from Killaloe, is today a tree-covered mound on an eminence overlooking what was a ford, before it was deepened during the construction of the Shannon hydro-electric scheme in 1926.
www.obrienclan.com /boru/killaloe.htm   (231 words)

  
 Killaloe Self Catering Clare  Accommodation Aillebaun  
The majestic River Shannon and panoramic views can be enjoyed from the living room which is on the first floor.
Killaloe is steeped in history and today is a very popular tourist area.
Cottages, flats, villas and selfcatering accommodation in Killaloe
www.selfcatering-directory.co.uk /info.asp?id=678   (208 words)

  
 Killaloe County Clare - Ireland View - Ireland's Travel and Accommodation Guide
Killaloe is beautifully located on the banks of the River Shannon.
Killaloe attracts many visitors each year, the area is rich in history and beautiful scenery.
In St. Flannan's Cathedral is the Thorgrim's Stone, a cross shaft displaying an unique bilingual inscription in Viking Runes and Ogham Script.
www.irelandview.com /clare-killaloe.php   (95 words)

  
 Killaloe / Ballina :: a community on-line. :: This website provides news, events, business listings, travel, history ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The swimming galas of the 1950's bring fond memories of what it was like growing up in Killaloe.
Anne is survived by her husband, Dennis, daughter, Courtney, brothers, Tony and Michael, in California and sister, Dette McCarthy, in New Jersey.
Killaloe Courthouse has been largely unused for many years past.
www.killaloe.ie   (887 words)

  
 GENUKI: Killaloe
In 1367, after the recall of "Lionel", Duke of Clarence, from the government of Ireland, who had acquired considerable tracts of territory around the town, Murrogh-na-Ranagh, one of the O'Briens, made himself master of all the country beyond the Shannon, and destroyed this town and several others belonging to the English.
The town is plesantly situated on a rising ground on the western bank of the Shannon, near the noted falls of Killaloe, and about a mile from Lough Derg, and is connected with the county of Tipperary by a ancient bridge of nineteen arches.
Transcription by Cathy Joynt Labath of Killaloe Marriage License Bonds 1680-1720 and 1760-1762.
home.pacbell.net /nymets11/genuki/CLA/Killaloe   (655 words)

  
 Killoran Slate Quarry - old slates, tiles. ridges
The slates were known as KILLALOE slates because they were shipped from the Slate Jetty at the port of Killaloe on the Shannon river.
Indeed it was reputed that Brian Boru slated a large house on the banks of the Shannon with KILLALOE slates.
Schools and other Government buildings constructed during this period are all covered with native Killaloe slates.
www.bluebangor.com /killoran   (211 words)

  
 Schools and Churches in Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards
The Churches of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards Township
Religion has always played a central role in the lives of people of this area.
Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards has four schools right inside the township and Madawaska Valley District High School is located in nearby Barry's Bay.
www.killaloe-hagarty-richards.ca /churchschool.html   (148 words)

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