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  Kilrush RNLI Lifeboat Station, Co. Clare, Ireland
Kilrush Lifeboat and Irish Coast Guard Helicopter on 1st March, 2003.
Kilrush Lifeboat undergoing rescue trials with Shannon based rescue helicopter.
Kilrush is situated on estuary of the River Shannon, Kilrush is known as the Capital of West Clare with a population of 2,630 (2006 Census).
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  Clarke's Bed and Breakfast: AA Award winning guest house on the edge of Kilrush woods, Co. Clare
Kilrush is a small town which lies on the shannon estuary in west clare.
Kilrush is an ideal base from which to travel North to the majestic
Kilrush is situated on Ireland's main tourist route midway between Killarney and Galway city.
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  Ireland Mid-West Online - County Clare - Kilrush
Kilrush is an oddity among Irish country towns: the street layout was carefully planned by the local landlords, the Vandeleurs (whose family mausoleum can be seen just outside the town off the road to Killimer).
Kilrush was once a Shannon port of some significance; a regular traffic of boats from Limerick, some 60 miles up-river, as well as coastal steamers, called to the little jetty with a variety of goods and occassional passengers.
Some 7 miles from Kilrush is the river-side village of Killimer, which attracts a steady stream of road traffic, as a ferry (2 in summer) flies back and forth to Tarbert on the Kerry shore, a voyage of about 20 minutes which obviates the need for a length detour by way of Limerick.
www.irelandmidwest.com /clare/towns/kilrush.htm   (433 words)

  
  Kilrush - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kilrush (Cill Rois in Irish) is a coastal town in County Clare, Ireland.
Also 7 miles from Kilrush is the Greg Norman designed golf links at Doonbeg [2], quickly gaining a reputation as being one of the most demanding and spectacular courses in Western Europe.
Kilrush town was once one of the twin termini of the West Clare Railway from Ennis, the neighbouring town of Kilkee being the other (see Irish railway history).
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 West Clare - One of Ireland's Best Kept Secrets promoted by Kilrush Chamber of Commerce
A Kilrush Crew entered the BMW Round Ireland Yacht Race with a 64ft Volvo yacht, Spirit of Kilrush which began e on July 1st 2006.
Kilrush Golf Club is now one of the finest in the west of Ireland and has been described as"Possibly the friendliest club in the whole of Ireland" and nearby visit Greg Norman designed Doonbeg Golf Club.
Kilrush is an ideal base from which to travel North to the majestic Cliffs of Moher and the rugged Burren landscape.
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 Kilrush - Clare
Kilrush is at the center of the rich and diverse coastal landscape of the West Clare Peninsula.
The designation of Kilrush as a Heritage town recognises its legacy as a landlord estate town with a rich maritime tradition.
The Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Foundation (SWDF), a registered charity, was established in March 2000 to formulate and implement a plan for the development of sustainable dolphin-watching in the Shannon region.
www.heritagetowns.com /kilrush.html   (787 words)

  
 Clare Places - Kilrush (Historical Background)
Kilrush, CILL ROIS, meaning the church of the promontory or woods is a busy market town with access to the River Shannon at Cappa Pier.
There are some references to Kilrush during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries but it does not seem to have developed much until the end of the eighteenth century.
He virtually owned Kilrush; and with other wealth achieved from a financially beneficial marriage and some political skullduggery with a pocket borough vote in favour of the Act of Union (1801) he decided to develop the town.
www.clarelibrary.ie /eolas/coclare/places/kilrush_history.htm   (566 words)

  
 Kilrush Clare Ireland Hotels & Guesthouses Accommodation B&B Lodgings in County Clare Ireland
Kilrush is the largest town in West Clare.
Kilrush was once a Shannon port of some significance; a regular traffic of boats from Limerick, some 60 miles up- significance; a regular traffic of boats from Limerick, some 60 miles up-river, as well as coastal steamers, called to the little jetty with a variety of goods and occasional passengers.
Kilrush now has a new Marina and Heritage Centre — which houses an exhibition of the Great Famine and the landlord evictions of 1888, a Vandeleur Walled Garden revived and restored to former days and is now stocked with tropical plants.
www.travelireland.org /clare/kilrush/index.html   (244 words)

  
 GENUKI: Killaloe
KILRUSH, a sea-port, market and post-town, and a parish, in the barony of Moyarta, county of Clare, and province of Munster, 21 miles (S. W.) from Ennis, and 1301/4 (S. W.) from Dublin ; containing 9732 inhabitants, of which number, 3996 are in the town.
This town is pleasantly situated on the northern shore of the estuary of the Shannon, about 15 miles from its mouth, and on the creek to which it gives name, and to the convenience of which for export trade it owes its present importance.
The principal seats are Kilrush House, the residence of Crofton Moore Vandeluer, Esq., a handsome and spacious mansion immediately adjoining the town, and commanding an extensive view of the Shannon, and the Clare and Kerry shores ; Mount Pleasant, of Capt. J.
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 Kilrush Poor Law Union and Workhouse
Kilrush Poor Law Union was formally declared on the 1st August 1838 and covered an area of 180 square miles.
Kilrush infirmary and fever hospital from the west, 2002
In 1852, the eastern part of the Kilrush Union went to form part of the new Kildysart Union.
users.ox.ac.uk /~peter/workhouse/Kilrush/Kilrush.shtml   (432 words)

  
 Kilrush
Kilrush has some nice shops and pubs and there is a hole in the wall there (ATM machine).
If you belong to a yacht club, you may have reciprocal privileges at the Kilrush Yacht Club in the Kilrush Marina so there could be a good enough reason to visit Kilrush if you happen to be in the boating crowd.
Kilrush also holds the annual Eigse Mrs Crotty Music Festival, a festival we have not yet been inclined to attend.
www.tourclare.com /kilrush.html   (219 words)

  
 Kilrush House
Kilrush House stands in lawns, gardens and parkland, surrounded by its 250-acre farm, which supports sheep and a few thorough bred National Hunt mares.
The St George family have lived at Kilrush for 3 centuries, and until the present house was built they inhabited the old Tower House, which in spite of its age still stands.
Kilrush can be found on the road to Cashel, 2 miles (3 km) from Freshford.
www.irelandseye.com /aarticles/travel/accomodations/BandBs/kilrush.shtm   (534 words)

  
 Kilrush Golf Club.. on Golfmaster - Ireland:Clare
Kilrush Golf & Sports Club which is situated half mile outside the old heritage town of Kilrush was founded in 1934.
The closing five holes, depending on the direction of the wind can be a severe test before the warmth of the clubhouse where you can relax, enjoy a drink and chat and choose from the full à la carte menu.
West Clare is known as the land of the welcomes and Kilrush Golf & Sports Club has been described recently by a visiting journalist as "Possibly the friendliest club in the whole of Ireland".
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 Kilrush, Co. Clare - myguideIreland - The Ireland Travel Information Guide   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Kilrush has state of the art Marina facilties and a newly restored walled garden.
Once the forgotten garden of Kilrush House, home to the Vandeleur Landlords, the Vandeleur Walled Garden has now been redesigned for the 21st century and is open to visitors all year around.
Part of the heritage exhibition Kilrush in Landlord Times is also on display in the Vandeleur centre.
www.12travel.com /ie/Shannon/Kilrush.html   (273 words)

  
 Welcome to Shannon Region-Home Page   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Kilrush is a popular west coast base for sailing enthusiasts.
The 120-berth Kilrush Creek Marina is part of the water-based activities including dolphin watching in the Shannon estuary, sailing and pleasure trips.
Offshore, Scattery Island was a monastic settlement from the 6th century was occupied by looting Vikings for a century up to 970, has remains stretching from the 9th to the 15th century.
www.shannonregiontourism.ie /content.asp?id=42   (259 words)

  
 Kilrush Golf & Sports Club   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Kilrush Golf Club, situated under a mile from the old heritage town of Kilrush, was founded in 1934 and redesigned by Dr Arthur Spring in 1994.
The clever use of the natural terrain combined with water, trees and sand bunkers has resulted in a scenic course that is a pleasure to play.
West Clare is known as the land of the welcomes and Kilrush has been described recently by a visiting journalist as "Possibly the friendliest club in the whole of Ireland".
www.greenfeesavers.co.uk /ireland-south/kilrush.html   (243 words)

  
 Kilrush Creek Adventure Centre Kilrush Co.Clare Ireland
All you need is a sense of adventure....
We started out in July 1996 based on the Kilrush Creek Marina and have being providing training for all levels of experience.
We provide for you a full list of certified courses in sailing and powerboating.
www.kilrushcreekadventure.com   (233 words)

  
 Help Plan Future Development of Kilrush   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Kilrush, County Clare, Wednesday November 29th 2006 – Clare County Council and Kilrush Town Council are undertaking a nine-week period of public consultation as part of a review of the 2002 Development Plan for Kilrush, due to expire in 2008.
A number of local schools are currently undertaking projects as a means to stimulate and present their ideas, issues and visions for the town.
Copies of the Kilrush Development Plan 2002 and its variations can be inspected during office hours at Kilrush Town Council, Town Hall, Kilrush, County Clare and also at the County Council Offices, Planning and Economic Development, Forward Planning Section, Westgate Business Park, Kilrush Road, Ennis, County Clare.
www.clare.ie /news/Future_Development_Kilrush.html   (510 words)

  
 Kilrush Marina
The Marina is situated in the old harbour Kilrush, an attractive maritime market town, and is just an hours drive from Shannon International Airport with easy connection to UK, Europe and North America.
Kilrush Marina offers a sheltered secure haven in an area with spectacular scenery and uncrowded cruising waters.
The Marina has 120 fully serviced pontoon berths, together with a purpose built Marina Centre with all facilities, and is manned by a friendly and experienced staff.
www.sailingireland.com /kilrush1.htm   (137 words)

  
 County Clare Towns - Kilrush, Clare
Just to the west of Ennis town is the village of Kilmaley, the road through the town connects Ennis with the spectacular West Clare coast at Miltown Malbay.
Kilrush - "the church on the wooded promontory" - is the capital of West Clare.
Kilrush as a town was planned and owned by the Vandelour family in the 18th century.
www.county-clare.com /clare_kilrush.htm   (212 words)

  
 Kilrush, Co. Clare - 1 2 Travel - Ireland Travel Information Guide
Until the development of Shannon town, Kilrush was the second largest town in County Clare.
Positioned at the estuary of the Shannon River, Kilrush lies 30 miles southwest of Ennis.
The 2.5 hour cruise will enable you to watch the only known resident population of bottle-nosed dolphins.
www.12travel.ie /ie/Shannon/Kilrush.html   (156 words)

  
 Kilrush Connect
Here is a place for Kilrush natives, and their worldwide descendants to meet online, to share memories, get in contact, ask for information, or just say hello!
Part of a new collection of photos being added to Kilrush Connect - this is about 100 years old and is taken outside the convent.
Wanted: Volunteers still living in Kilrush who can include occasional news updates or create their own blogs from the town.
groups.msn.com /KilrushConnect   (411 words)

  
 General Electric : The Spirit of Kilrush, a GE-sponsored boat, sailed past GE's offshore wind farm in Arklow, Ireland, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: )
With a 21-man crew almost all hailing from the Western Yacht Club in Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, The Spirit of Kilrush is a Volvo 60 sailing machine with a vision of safety and speed.
The Kilrush team is hoping to come close to or maybe even break that time with the help of good winds, one of the finest sailing machines and a crew with enthusiasm and commitment.
The Spirit of Kilrush's crew of non-professional sailors will be guided by the Skipper of the Kilrush and a 3-man professional crew.
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 Kilrush Marina   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The Marina lies at the end of the main street of Kilrush, a lively, bustling market town with a long maritime tradition.
Kilrush is located within easy reach of all major road,rail and air connections.
We look forward to welcoming you to Kilrush Marina and ensuring you have an enjoyable and memorable stay.
www.kilrushcreekmarina.ie /location.html   (117 words)

  
 Kilrush at a glance
Less than a mile from the centre of town, the 420 acre Kilrush wood, was once the home of the Vandeleur family.
The Kilrush Marina is the most complete Maritime Centre on Ireland's West coast.
Since the construction of a new pier, which was opened in 1999, it is easily possible to visit the Island, and regular trips are operated from Kilrush Creek Marina throughout the summer.
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 IrishNouds
Kilrush, in county Kildare is 7 miles from Athy, a townland in the Parish of Suncroft.
In Kilrush there is a very old cemetery with the ruins of an old Church in the graveyard situated in the middle of a field where some Nouds are buried just half a mile from there is a House occupied by Liam Noud and has been occupied by Nouds for several generations.
Liam Noud was appointed as CNM3 at St Dympna’s Psychiatric Hospital, Carlow recently and will be involved in liaising between the hospital and the acute unit at St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny.
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 Heritage Perspectives: Kilrush and Coristine stops
Kilrush was a stop on the CNR 4 km east of Fossmill, on the north side of Kilrush Lake.
Charlie O’Connor, one of thirteen O’Connor children from the Alderdale area in Chisholm Township was a section foreman at Kilrush for three years in the early 1940s.
One story from that era tells of a man riding the rails and falling under the wheels of a train and losing a leg, while yelling that his foot hurt.
www.pastforward.ca /perspectives/May_252001.htm   (984 words)

  
 Clare Timeshare — Quality Time Share and Holiday Rental Properties in County Clare, Ireland
With a sighting rate of 98 per cent, it is unlikely that visitors will miss the enthralling sight of these naturally curious creatures that love to follow the boats.
Mid season Kilrush celebrates the majesty and exuberance of the dolphins with The Shannon Dolphin Festival, taking place mid July with music, street theatre, entertainment and inimitable Whale and Dolphin Roadshow.
Today one can walk around Scattery in a few hours and gaze on the ruins of a fine round tower, four churches, a castle, a battery dating from Napoleonic times, and the remains of a village deserted by the last of its inhabitants in 1978.
www.claretimeshare.com /magibiz/www/?mags=boats   (831 words)

  
 Kilrush travel guide
Kilrush travel guide - The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and what to see
Kilrush - is a small but well planned market town on the West Clare peninsula.
It has a long history as a maritime port but today most maritime activity is leisure based (see http://www.kilrushmarina.ie).
www.world66.com /europe/ireland/kilrush   (231 words)

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