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The Hawthorn by Galway Bay, Galway’s first five-star hotel in over two decades, has announced the appointment of John Keating as its General Manager ahead of its grand opening in Spring 2026.

In December 1923, the committee of Galway Golf club, then based at Barna, decided to explore the idea of acquiring the late Col O’Hara’s estate at Blackrock and on April 24, 1924, they bought the West Lodge and the land at Pollnarooma for £4,750 plus £237 auctioneer’s fees. Messrs Tighe, Kennedy, Lenihan and Quinlan were appointed to oversee the laying out of the new course and the renovation of West Lodge which had been Col O’Hara’s house.

Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, nestled in the heart of County Cavan, offers a peaceful retreat amidst breathtaking landscapes. Located just a short distance from Cavan town, the resort is the ideal base for exploring the natural beauty and cultural gems of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands region. The resort houses at Farnham Estate are luxurious, spacious self-catering accommodations, making them ideal for a getaway break.

For decades, west Galway has drawn visitors with its rugged Connemara charm and the cultural heartbeat of Galway city. But venture east, and you’ll discover a quieter, equally compelling destination, East Galway, a jewel of the Irish Hidden Heartlands where authentic experiences, rich history, and gentle adventure await.

The first golf course in Galway was constructed by Lieutenant Colonel Jourdain, the last Colonel of the Connaught Rangers, on military grounds at Renmore Barracks, between the rifle range and Cromwell’s Fort, in 1893. Play was originally confined to military personnel, but then some members of the public were invited and it took off so well that the colonel and his friends were invited to lay out a course on Knocknacarra Hill.

Thirty years ago, the launch of The Maples in Salthill drew such an overwhelming crowd that the event had to be rescheduled, so great was the demand for these dream homes. Fast forward to today and The Maples remains one of Galway’s most coveted addresses, combining timeless appeal with unbeatable location. And now, Colleran auctioneers is offering a rare opportunity to secure your own dream home in this sought-after community.

In 1965, the Galway Arms Golf Society was formed in the pub of that name on Dominick Street with the blessing of the owners, Jimmy and Nancy Coen. The idea of forming a society was Tommy Donnelly’s who, for his troubles, became its first secretary. Jimmy Coen was elected the first president, Finbarr O’Mahony as treasurer and Paddy Noonan as club captain.

One hundred and twenty five years ago this month, at a meeting in the Royal Hotel, a new and rather exclusive club was formed bearing the title ‘The Galway Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club’. Initially, it was proposed that they play tennis at Glenarde (where the Ardilaun Hotel is today) but that their stated intention was to acquire land specifically to lay it down for proper tennis and croquet.

What is this Wild Atlantic Way you speak of? Are you ready for the journey of a lifetime that will take you along the snaking route of one of the most westerly parts of Europe, where the ocean kisses Ireland; that bitter bowl of tears that brought so many people from this island right across the world for centuries.

If your idea of golfing heaven includes the roar of the Atlantic Ocean, windswept coastal cliffs, and fairways that rise and fall with nature’s rhythm, then look no further than Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. With Rory McIlroy’s recent triumph at the Masters sparking fresh interest in Irish golf, and the return of The Open to the island this summer, this storied stretch of coastline is enjoying a moment in the global spotlight — and rightly so.