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ARAN ISLANDS

The legendary Aran Islands, a testimony to man's triumph over the elements, lie just five miles off the coast of Co. Clare. There are three islands in the group, Inismore, Inismaan and Inisheer all serviced by ferry from Doolin in Co. Clare. These bastions of ancient Irish culture have bred a hardy breed of fisherman and farmers whose roots go back way before recorded history and who still speak Gaelic.

SPA WELLS HEALTH CENTRE

The only working Spa in Ireland is located in Lisdoonvarna. The Spa Wells Centre offers sulphur baths and therapeutic treatments. The illuminated sulphur well may be viewed in the Victorian Pump House, where glasses of sulphur water are dispensed, as in olden times. Mid-day music and dancing during September. Tea rooms and coffee shop open July to Sept.

POULNABRONE DOLMEN

Poulnabrone Dolmen or Portal Tomb in the Burren, is one of the most photographed of all the monuments in Ireland. Its dramatic siting on the limestone pavements makes as much impact on one's senses as the most famous piece of modern sculpture does. High praise indeed, for its builders of more than 6,000 years ago. Polished stone axeheads, a bone pendant and other small pieces of jewellery were also discovered.

CLARE ARCHAEOLOGY CENTRE

Dysert O’ Dea Castle was built in 1480 by Diarmuid O’ Dea. Renovated and open to the public by the Dysert O’ Dea Development Association since 1986. Today it features a Museum of local artifacts, an audio visual presentation on the history of Dysert from ancient times to the present day. English and German exhibitions, tea room and souvenir shop. A developed trail covering 25 sites of archaeological and historical interest within a 5 mile radius of the castle should not be missed.

BIDDY EARLY BREWERY

Ireland's first pub-brewery in Inagh is named after a Clare woman by the name of Biddy Early, who was renowned for her magical powers in the 1800's. Since its opening in 1995, the brewery has continued to produce a unique selection of hand crafted beers in memory of the great woman. Unlike other beers they contain no artificial coulourants, sweeteners or preservatives, and are 100% natural. Their visitor centre hosts an interesting audio-visual presentation which tells the story of the legendary Biddy Early, and her well known connection with the pub. They also host guided tours.

BUNRATTY CASTLE & FOLK PARK

One of Ireland’s Top Day Visitor Attraction. Bunratty Castle is the most complete and authentic mediaeval castle in Ireland. Built in 1425, it was authentically restored in 1954 to its former mediaeval splendour, with furnishings and tapestries capturing the mood and style of the times.
The Folk Park, set on 26 acres, recreates 19th Century Ireland. The park features include; recreated village street, 8 farmhouses, a watermill, blacksmith’s forge, Mac’s pub and restaurant and a display of 19th Century agricultural machinery.

CRAGGAUNOWEN - THE LIVING PAST

Craggaunowen is where Celtic life is brought to life! Ireland’s original prize-winning centre dedicated to interpreting Ireland’s Pre-historic and early Christian eras. Exhibits range from Bronze Age homesteads to Celtic Chieftain’s residences. Craggaunowen houses the Brendan boat - the leather hulled boat which Tim Severin sailed across the Atlantic to prove that Irish Monks made the journey long before Columbus.

POWERS WOOLEN MILLS

Our shop, in Kilcolgan offers a vast selection of gifts which you will find hard to leave behind! Everything is Irish; sweaters, jackets, tweed, materials, ceramics, glass, linen, capes, shawls, hats and caps, rugs and throws.

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