Find a tailor-made storage solution for your home with Komandor

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Komandor is a specialist fitted furniture company based in Galway, offering bespoke solutions tailored to each customer’s unique needs and style. With years of experience in the industry, Komandor combines expert craftsmanship, innovative design, and high-quality materials to create functional and elegant furniture that perfectly fits your space.

T. O’Higgins launches Real Deals 2025 – supporting Galway’s local tradespeople

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

T. O’Higgins Homevalue Hardware, a long-established local business at the heart of Shantalla, is proud to take part in this year’s Real Deals 2025 campaign and join more than 2,000 independent stores across Ireland and the UK in bringing customers the finest tools, trusted brands, and expert advice — all at exceptional value.

For generations, T O’Higgins has been committed to supporting Galway’s builders, DIY enthusiasts, and households with dependable products and personal service. This year’s Real Deals campaign reflects the service, quality, and local support that have defined the business throughout its many years of service.

Homeowners are advised that Government grants are available to insulate and save on heating bills

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

With the cooler months upon us, West Coast Insulation are recommending homeowners take advantage of the current grant scheme for home insulation. A well-insulated home will retain more heat during the cooler months, while lowering heating bills, which has become increasingly important with the rising cost of electricity and fuel.

Make your Christmas cards count this holiday season

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Writing Christmas cards can sometimes feel like a tedious task, but when they are done right, they can almost mean as much as a gift does. If you are struggling with how to express yourself and the well-wishes you want to give, take it back to the basics and follow this simple guide to perfect your penmanship.

Give the gift of Irish Heritage Experiences this Christmas

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

This Christmas, give a gift that inspires unforgettable experiences and supports Ireland’s rich heritage.

Festive dining at Clayton Hotel Galway

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

The festive season is nearly upon us, so when planning the perfect Christmas get together in Galway, then look no further than the award-winning four-star Clayton Hotel Galway. Whether it is a festive lunch, dinner or just some nibbles in the bar, Clayton Hotel Galway has the perfect offering for every taste.

With a host of dining options available, you can celebrate those festive moments in the contemporary surrounds of the Tribes Restaurant, renowned for its superb dishes made with love. Priced at €35 per person for a festive lunch, or €45 per person for a festive dinner you can celebrate those festive moments with family, friends or work colleagues at the Clayton Hotel Galway.

For Christmas in the city, choose The Dawson Hostel

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Located in the heart of Galway city, The Dawson Hostel holds the key to a magical night. From intimate party groups of two to large celebrations of up to 200 people, the hostel offers the perfect setting for festive get-togethers of all kinds.

Christmas parties reimagined at award-winning Blackrock Cottage

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

The festive season is upon us, and it is the perfect time to start planning your Christmas party! The good news for groups of friends or work colleagues in Galway looking for a venue this year is that Blackrock Cottage, the award-winning restaurant in Salthill, is pulling out all the stops for the festive season.

JWT Cruises wins two awards at the 2025 Travel Centres conference and awards

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Galway-based JWT Cruises, part of JWT Travel, scooped two awards at the prestigious 2025 Travel Centres conference and awards, which took place at Lawlors Hotel in Naas on Saturday, November 8.

Dungeons and Donuts — everything a gamer needs for Christmas

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Dungeons and Donuts is the west of Ireland’s biggest friendly local gaming store, situated in the heart of Galway city since 2012.

Thoughtful gifts made simple

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Choosing a gift that feels personal can sometimes feel tricky, but it does not have to be. The key? Try to focus on the lifestyle, story, and personality of your loved one, not just their hobbies. A thoughtful gift can show that you have been paying attention to them throughout the year, that you care, and that you understand what makes them happy.

Cut back on festive food waste and make savings this Christmas

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when we eat out more and enjoy having family and friends around to celebrate with a nice meal. It’s also a time when a lot of food is wasted in Galway and all over Ireland.

Celebrate the season with a festive seafood plate

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

This delicious seafood plate with Dublin Bay prawns, crab, and organic smoked salmon makes a great Christmas starter or festive lunch. The quantities in this recipe, courtesy of Bord Bia, are perfect for lunch; just cut down the amount of seafood if you are serving it as a starter.

Top tips for the perfect festive turkey

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

Turkey is a key part of the Christmas dinner for many families, but this festive bird – let’s face it, most of us only eat turkey in December – is a logistical challenge when it comes to cooking. How do you make sure the turkey – and the all-important stuffing – is fully cooked? How can you prevent it from becoming too dry? And what are you supposed to do with all the leftovers?

Sticky pork belly canapés

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

These sticky pork belly canapés are a must-make at Christmas, sweet, sticky, and perfect for sharing at festive gatherings.

Recreate 18th and 19th-century warming winter recipes at home

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

The National Library of Ireland (NLI) is inviting people to step back into the kitchens of Ireland’s 18th and 19th-century big houses with the release of centuries-old winter recipes for food lovers and amateur cooks to recreate at home.

Sheridans Cheesemongers unwraps a festive feast of gifts for Christmas 2025

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

As the festive season approaches, Sheridans Cheesemongers has unveiled its 2025 Christmas collection, a celebration of Irish artisan food, fine wine, and indulgent gifting that captures the warmth and flavour of the holidays.

Souvenirs of our industrial past

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

During the 17th century, official money made under the king’s licence was often very scarce and to counteract this some individuals, merchants and borough corporations often issued their own coinage – tokens. These had the issuer’s name or his crest or motto and a statement of what he was – eg, merchant, distiller etc. These pieces were issued between 1650 and 1680 and passed locally as small change. They were readily accepted by locals as they knew the issuers and with virtually no official small change in circulation, the tokens had to suffice. There were 32 different issuers of tokens in Galway city during that time.

University of Galway’s Youth Academy renews partnership with Merit Medical

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

The University of Galway's Youth Academy has renewed its partnership with leading multi-national medical device company Merit Medical.

Admissions open at Cuan na Gaillimhe CNS for next academic year

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

Admissions are now open for the 2026/2027 school year at Cuan na Gaillimhe CNS, where curiosity, creativity, and community come to life.

Cuan na Gallimhe CNS offers a nurturing and creative learning environment. At Cuan na Gaillimhe CNS, every child is encouraged to explore, create, and discover at their own pace, developing confidence, empathy and a lifelong love of learning. The school delivers the national curriculum using the Steiner methodology and provides a child-centred education that seeks to nurture 'the hand, the head and the heart' of every child.

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