Make family memories this summer in the heart of Ireland

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

If you are thinking of your well-deserved family break then look no further than The Athlone Springs Hotel; it has it all.

A magical stay in Orlando

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

parks such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld, fun is literally around every corner in Orlando; I had the pleasure of experiencing Universal Orlando in May for the first time and it will definitely not be my last.

Lighthouse at Standún — stay in tune with your surroundings

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Lighthouse is the product of an evolved vision to create outerwear that has unique style while maintaining all the practical waterproof features.

Cregmore students discover the deep sea and marine on RV Celtic Explorer leading up to SEAFEST

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Students from 4th class at Cregmore national school recently visited the research vessel RV Celtic Explorer as part of their marine-science and art project building up to SeaFest, Ireland’s national maritime festival. The project places art, marine science and technology in the heart of the classroom where the students have been learning about marine life and activity under the sea for the past six months. It involves TULCA in partnership with Marine Institute Explorers Education Programme, artist Louise Manifold, marine scientist Dr. Andy Wheeler, and Cregmore National School.

The diving tower at Blackrock

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

The warm summer of 1885 encouraged Mr. Moon and his friends to place a springboard at Blackrock where there is a tidal range of 17’3”. This did not please the landlord Col. O’Hara who made life difficult for the bathers, often denying them access to the bathing area.

Girls escape from the workhouse into oblivion

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Week II
The Mountbellew guardians wanted to clear the workhouse of their ‘permanent deadweight’ as quickly as possible. The savings to be had from reducing inmates were considerable, and there was pressure from ratepayers to reduce costs. Furthermore many of the girls were troublesome, arguementative, with nothing to do. They were a bad example to the rest of the inmates. It was agreed that it would be better for everyone if guardians availed of the assisted emigration schemes.

Stunning Raku ceramic and glass wall art at Standún

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

The multi-themed and eye-catching Raku Ceramic & Glass Wall Art by Irish artist Rebeka Kahn is one of the latest additions to the Standún Gift Department.

Each hand formed piece is not only original but is also a once off and includes the signature of the artist. Ideal as a special occasion gift, it is one that the recipient will always associate with the giver. Think of the adventure of hot air balloons, the magic of butterflies, birds in flight, fish with personalities, flowers etc. and enjoy something unique.

Do you need extra storage space this summer?

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

If your home or businss needs extra storage TITAN Containers, Oranmore, Co Galway are there to protect your belongings be it furniture, appliances, cold storage units, you name it, they have got the extra space you need.

One hundred per cent full Italian in Furniture Connexions summer sale

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Are you tired looking at your old leather suite or corner group? Is the comfort gone from your old sofa? Is it time for an upgrade? The team atFurniture Connexions pride themselves in offering the best Italian design flair and quality in their wide selection of luxurious leather suites.

Let the experts at Right Price Tiles and Wood Flooring make your home beautiful

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Right Prices Tiles and Wood Flooring in the Oranmore Business Park, has a 7,500 square feet showroom and warehouse offering customers an increasing range of laminate flooring.

Coming of age for Cherrymore Kitchens and Bedrooms

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Cherrymore Kitchens and Bedrooms are one of Ireland's premier kitchen and wardrobe manufacturers. This summer Cherrymore celebrate being 21 years in business.

Bring the sun to your interiors

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Dreaming of fleeing the cold and dreary weather/thinking of warm sunny beaches, well why not use summer colours all year round in your home and designer Manuel Canovas fabrics and wallpapers are your solution.

Faithful to the French art de vivre and with a sense of nostalgia recalling the 18th century, the house of Manuel Canovas is constantly inspired by journeys to exotic locations and rare archival documents. Renowned for their vibrant colour harmonies and chic prints, the Canovas collections also feature embroideries, woven plains in extensive colour ranges, luxurious velvets, elegant damasks, stripes and striking toiles de jouys. An outdoor collection offers a link between interior and exterior with fabrics that match the uniqueness of Canovas with contemporary living experience.

Rest easy with Better Bedding

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

It seems that the perfect bedfellows are reputation, great service, and quality products as Better Bedding celebrates more than 20 years of ensuring that the people of Galway have a decent night’s sleep.

There is nothing worse than tossing and turning on a lumpy mattress with the springs and broken down base audibly protesting with the slightest movement. It is the type of torment that will send you running to your nearest bed specialist. For more than two decades Better Bedding has been synonymous with quality beds that you can count on, as well as the kind of service that will make your bed shopping experience even more worthwhile.

G Furniture massive summer sale continues

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

G Furniture and carpets on the Tuam road in Galway massive summer sale continues with huge savings across all departments.

Moving house made easy at Barons Self Storage

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Struggling for space at home? Moving abroad? Maybe you just want to declutter? Barons Self Storage has got you covered providing storage solutions for everyone from people moving house, to people living in apartments who do not have enough space to store basic items such as Christmas decorations or golf clubs.

Only one mile from Eyre Square on the Tuam Road, Barons Self Storage has over 30 different sized units ranging from a locker space to a storage unit of 4,000 square feet, which can be rented out from two weeks to an infinite period with only one week's notice needed to move out of the storage facility. There are no rates or service charges, just a monthly bill. The business can also customise storage units to suit customers' needs.

New K2 - 20mm porcelain tile collection now available at Spellman Tiles

Thu, Jun 22, 2017

Spellman Tiles Bathrooms and Wood Flooring in Oranmore would like to invite you to visit its showroom where you can view a wide range of wall and floor tiles, bathroom suites and shower enclosures as well as a wide range of solid, engineered and laminate flooring.

Health screening open day with medical herbalist Patrick Murphy at the Clayton Hotel, Ballybrit on Saturday 1st July.

Wed, Jun 21, 2017

After a hugely successful first open day, Medical herbalist Patrick Murphy will be hosting a second health screening open day at the Clayton Hotel, Ballybrit on Saturday 1st July from 8am - 9pm using the Supertronic health screening device.

New, unique and fun for all - One taste and you're HOOKED!

Wed, Jun 21, 2017

Hooked on Henry Sreet's new refurb has it all. With its clean nautical vibe, Ali and Nuisin have brought their customers back to where it all began, with the mermaid, which is featured very subtly around the restaurant. The Hooked adventure starts on on the paved coastline of Galway's West End, right next door to its eldest sibling - Ali's Fish Market which previously named mermaid.

People of the Tribes : Colm & Caryl Mc Donagh

Tue, Jun 20, 2017

''I'm son of a Carna man and from Renmore. Originally my life was in the travel business. I set up Colm Mc Donagh travel in 1989 down in Woodquay and One Stop Travel here on Eyre Square. I spent a lot of years in the travel business and things were moving in a different direction, along with our lease so it was a case of a decision being made for us. Do we take out a lease for another 15 years?Was there enough business in the travel industry or go a new direction?...And so we did! My wife Caryl who worked with me in the travel business is a qualified chef and we always wanted to open up a little coffee shop. The opportunity presented itself and we grabbed it with both hands, now we have a 25 year lease and teamed up with an amazing brand - Esquire Coffee. Its all about bringing the business to you,having a quality service, helping people out in times of need and not being afraid to roll up the sleeves! Galway has gotten way more cosmopolitan, the coffee culture is now like the pub culture sure. I love galway with all my heart, I couldn't live or work anywhere else in the world.''

Why you need to go to Cancun

Tue, Jun 20, 2017

The month of June is in full swing in Galway but someone forgot to tell Mother Nature as the city and county experience dark skies and downpours that are more usual in late autumn and winter.

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