Dangan House

Thu, Jul 07, 2016

Dangan House, “beautifully situated on the banks of the fine river Corrib” directly opposite Menlo Castle, was built in 1684 as the seat of the Martin family. ‘Humanity Dick’ Martin was brought up there. John Redington purchased Dangan Demesne from Anthony Martin about 1830 and became the proprietor of the townland. It was, for a short time afterwards, converted into an Ursuline Convent. The nuns were there from 1839 to 1844. Dangan House was left to the Board of Guardians of the Galway Union for an auxiliary workhouse until 1854. The only trace of the original Martin building today is the tea-house folly which is on the banks of the river. A nearby property known as Dangan Cottage was leased by a number of American artists in the 1870s but was described as a ruin in the 1890s.

‘Too late now to retrieve a fallen dream..’

Thu, Jul 07, 2016

Apart from Irish nationalists believing that Home Rule would follow the war if they fought for Britain; or the Ulsterman's belief that after their sacrifice, Britain 'would see them right,' there were other reasons too, that drove young men into the British army at this perilous time in history. Men joined for heroic reasons. There were propaganda warnings that Irish women would be raped, land and farms confiscated, churches burnt and looted if Germany invaded Ireland as it had Belgium.

Many joined because they were poor. Army pay was relatively good, there was accommodation, a certain status, and a pension whether you returned or failed to do so!

The Lazy Lawn Lover

Thu, Jul 07, 2016

Lawn mowing can seem a never-ending task at this time of year. I suppose the rain responsible for our lush forty shades of green is what encourages the grass to grow like Usain Bolt sprinting towards an Olympic record. Imagine if you could just press a button and close the roof like they do on Wimbledon’s Centre Court....

‘Too late now to retrieve a fallen dream..’

Thu, Jul 07, 2016

Apart from Irish nationalists believing that Home Rule would follow the war if they fought for Britain; or the Ulsterman's belief that after their sacrifice, Britain 'would see them right,' there were other reasons too, that drove young men into the British army at this perilous time in history. Men joined for heroic reasons. There were propaganda warnings that Irish women would be raped, land and farms confiscated, churches burnt and looted if Germany invaded Ireland as it had Belgium.

St Augustine’s Well

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

James Hardiman, in his history of Galway, lists seven holy wells in Galway, St Bride’s in the eastern suburbs; St Anne’s towards the west of the town near the strand (on Whitestrand Avenue); another further along the shore (St Enda’s Barna?); St Bridget’s at the bottom of Red Earl’s Lane on Flood Street; St John the Baptist’s on Lough Athalia; one dedicated to the Blessed Virgin on Lough Athalia; and one dedicated to St Augustine on Lough Athalia. The last three were all above the high water mark, and on his 1818 map, Logan attributes all three to St Augustine. O’Donovan’s Ordnance Survey Letters refers to a stone with a cross cut out on each of these three wells.

Dying for Home Rule

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

Here are two pictures from my father’s head
–I have kept them like secrets until now:

Authentically crafted beers at John Keogh’s

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

John Keogh’s, Galway’s newest gastropub, has launched its extensive craft beer menu. Sourced from around the globe and from all over Ireland, John Keogh’s craft beer menu has something for everyone.

Friday Fiver Fever barbecue at Maldron Hotel Galway

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

Maldron Hotel Oranmore Galway is launching a weekly barbecue every Friday, starting tomorrow July 1 from 5pm to 8pm, with a special Friday Fiver Fever offer. Those who attend can choose from chilli beef hotdogs with sautéed onions, succulent 6oz Angus beef burgers, and flame grilled piri piri chicken burgers, each just €5.

If we are blessed with good weather Maldron Hotel Galway’s outdoor barbecue area is the perfect spot to enjoy these barbecue treats and a cold drink from the bar with picnic tables, large comfortable chairs, and a sun canopy to keep cool. However if the weather does take a turn, the large Q Bar area provides an indoor alternative with plenty of casual couches to relax on with your Friday Fiver Fever goodies. As it is Friday, why not add a drink from the fully stocked bar, in addition to all the usual fare you can also choose from the new cocktail menu or the craft beer options.

Hotel Meyrick launches cocktail afternoon tea

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

Summer is here and festival season is kicking off in Galway city. To celebrate, Hotel Meyrick is launching its latest themed afternoon tea, available daily from July 3 until August 31.

Cocktail afternoon tea is a twist on the traditional afternoon tea, with silver tiered stands of beautifully created pastries and perfectly cut finger sandwiches, accompanied by one of Hotel Meyrick’s signature tea or coffee cocktails. It is a great way to celebrate a special occasion from birthdays to engagements, and even baby showers where the mum-to-be can choose from an equally delicious selection of mocktails on request.

Let them eat cake

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

Schools around the country have just finished up for the summer holidays and many parents have been in a state of panic. This is not my first summer juggling working from home with looking after young children who would be in school during weekday mornings, giving me an opportunity to get some work done. As any parent knows, it is difficult to get anything done when young children are at home. They need to be entertained, looked after, and don't care for deadlines while you, on the other hand, just need to get the job done.

Fix your metabolism to burn that stubborn fat

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health, and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

Combat anxiety and depression with Care Cure Acupuncture

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

If you have never experienced mental illness, bouts of depression or anxiety can be all too easily dismissed as someone’s bad day. But for those individuals suffering from anxiety, insomnia, crying spells, worry, memory loss, and apathy, depression is a crippling disability.

Gardenwise: Please be seated...

Thu, Jun 30, 2016

Let’s take a minute to think about what you actually do in your garden. Mowing the lawn? Check. Hanging out laundry? Check. Trimming the hedges, battling weeds, watering, feeding, pruning shrubs.....tired yet? I’m tired just thinking about it. Which brings me nicely to what I’d like to talk to you about this week, which is sitting in your garden and doing – well, nothing very much.

Gardenwise: A Splash of Colour for Summer

Wed, Jun 29, 2016

Did you visit Bloom in the Phoenix Park this year? Did you come away inspired and ready to get cracking, or a little daunted and thinking “I could never get my garden to look that good?”

Glorious Connemara Cycle Wins Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence

Tue, Jun 28, 2016

Glorious Connemara Cycle were delighted with the news that they were awarded a certificate of excellence for their half day cycle tour which starts and finishes in Cong. The tour which meanders through forests, lakes, castles and stunning views got the high ranking from their clients who are mostly from the United States. Check them out on www.connemaracycle.com

Gardenwise: The Happy Herb Garden

Tue, Jun 28, 2016

Have you ever brought home those little pots of herb plants from the supermarket, arranged them to great effect in fetching containers on your kitchen windowsill , and thrown them out a week or two later, wilted or covered in greenfly? Yep, me too.

Luxury and Relaxation from 5* Staff at The g Hotel Galway

Mon, Jun 27, 2016

There are many options to choose from when looking for a break. However, there was nowhere I would choose to be on a Friday afternoon, except driving down the M6, excited in the knowledge that in just 40 minutes I would be leaving all the stresses and strains of the week behind me, soon to be arriving to an evening of indulgence at Galway city's only 5 star hotel and spa, The g Hotel.

THE BOYS CLUB

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

“Our Lady’s Boys Club has taught me three things. First it has taught me a better knowledge of my Religion and its principles; secondly it has taught me to seek to improve myself, and thirdly it has taught me that real happiness is to be found in helping others rather than in seeking self.” These words, spoken in 1960 by a young man who had grown up in the club and was by then a member of its committee, summed up beautifully the work the club has tried to accomplish since its foundation in 1941.

A day talked about in sadness and horror

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

“ I feel that every step of my plan has been taken with the Divine help. The wire has never been so well cut; nor the artillery preparation so thorough….”

Salad days

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Supermac's is probably not the first place that springs to mind when you think about popping out to pick up a salad, but that is just about to change. As part of the popular SuperSubs brand, three new signature salads have been launched, including a vegetarian option, just in time for the summer season. This is in addition to the excellent existing SuperSubs menu that includes wraps, subs and soups, found at selected Supermac’s restaurants around the country.

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