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The King of the Claddagh

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James Hardiman, the Galway historian, wrote the following in 1820, “This colony has from time immemorial been ruled by one of their own body, periodically elected. This individual, who is dignified with the title of Mayor, in imitation of the head municipal officer of the town, regulates the community according to their own peculiar laws and customs, and settles all their fishery disputes. His decisions are so decisive, and much respected that the parties are seldom known to carry their differences before a legal tribunal, or to trouble the legal magistrates”.

Claddagh Made Personal: The Tradition of Irish Jewelry Making

The intricate interlocking designs and swirling spirals of Celtic art have captivated the imagination of people the world over for centuries. In Ireland, there is an unbroken tradition, dating back millennia, of working with these deeply evocative symbols that continues up to the present day.

Claddagh Credit Union supporting the young people of Galway

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After the last few years with covid and lockdowns, it has become apparent that more and more young people are requiring medium to longer term counselling due to the complexity of the issues or challenges they are facing in their lives.

An ideal home in The Claddagh

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John Quinn has received instructions to offer for sale No 22 Beattystown, Upper Fairhill Road. The property which is a short walk from Salthill Promenade is convenient to all facilities and is in within walking distance of church, schools, shops, and the city centre.

In their green and black jerseys, we remember them still

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Father Tom Burke’s Hurling Club was founded in 1898. It was called after the very famous Galway-born Dominican priest and preacher whose statue can be seen today on Father Griffin Road. Its membership was composed in the main of fishermen from the Claddagh. In their very early days, teams had 21 players.

Claddagh Credit Union supporting Galway youth

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After the last few covid and lockdown-filled years, it has become apparent that more and more young people are requiring medium to longer term counselling due to the complexity of the issues or challenges they are facing in their lives.

Claddagh fishermen

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When the Claddagh fishermen worked, they did it with a will, and when not fishing, they were generally found mending their nets. They had the reputation of being so well prepared for sea, that lives were seldom lost when they went fishing. The strand often presented a lively sight at The Claddagh preparatory to the men proceeding to sea. They usually brought with them some oatmeal cakes, potatoes, water, and firing, no spirits of any kind.

Judge For Yourself In The Claddagh

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A queue outside 6 St Dominick's Road, the Claddagh on Saturday gave some indication of the interest Colleran Auctioneers have in this beautiful bungalow. Described by many as a real gem, this three bedroom, end of terrace bungalow was totally reconstructed and extended only 12 years ago to a very high standard, which is immediately obvious on viewing.

Latin Mass to be celebrated in Claddagh on Christmas Day

On Christmas Day, at 2.30p.m. a traditional Latin Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, the Claddagh, Galway.

Claddagh property for auction

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John Quinn has received instructions to offer for sale by public auction No 1 Upper Fairhill Road, The Claddagh.

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