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Kinvara is an excellent base for touring - the Burren 10 minutes,
Connemara and Ferries to the Aran Islands are just 30 minutes away. These are areas of outstanding
natural beauty and geology. The list is almost endless, but we have provided just some examples
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Kinvara GAA About, News, Events, Photos, Juvenille Hurling, Camogie all available at Kinvara GAA's website at www.kinvara.galway.gaa.ie. |
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The Burren The Burren is a unique area of 270 sq. kilometres of limestone pavement and green valleys. It is rich in flora and fauna, geology, archaeology, ancient settlements and ecclesiastical sites. Man has settled here for at least six thousand years and the area has the largest concentration of stone forts, monuments and ecclesiastical sites in Ireland. Botanists come from all over the world to study the flora. Uniquely, Mediterranean, alpine and arctic flowers and plants grow side by side, the seeds having been deposited by glacier millions of years ago. This is the mystical land of disappearing rivers and lakes, closed valleys, caves and limestone pavement. Many visitors come to The Burren simply to enjoy its wonderful walks. There are many walking trials to suit every ability with varied flora and fauna. There are also a number of seashore/beach walks. Further information can be found on The Burrenbeo website. www.burrenbeo.com Additional excellents maps of the area are available from www.tireolas.com |
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The Cliffs of Moher The most dramatic cliffs in Europe (250 metres) and home to a myriad of wildlife, many different species of birds, dolphins and the occasional whale. Beautiful views towards the Aran Islands and Conemara. There is a long cliff side walk for those who wish to brave the brisk Atlantic breeze. On your way, take the scenic coastal road to Kinvara via Black Head and Ballyvaughan. Not only can the cliffs be seen from above but from below. |
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Football / Soccer - Click here for Kinvara United Homepage |
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Golf Kinvara is located just 15km from Gort Golf Club (www.gortgolf.com). Designed by Ryder Cup star, Christy O' Connor Junior, and officially opened in August 1996, Gort Golf Club is an 18 Hole Championship Golf Course, set in 160 acres of picturesque parkland on the edge of the world famous Burren and within 200 yards of the historic monastic settlement of Kilmacduagh. |
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Scuba Diving Have you ever thought about Scuba Diving and considered taking the plunge? Burren Adventures provide diving for every level - from complete beginner who would like to discover the excitement of Scuba Diving, to full dive courses with internationally recognized qualifications. Qualified divers can develop their skills and become a Advanced, Rescue or Nitrox Diver. Tel: (+353) (0)65 707-8914 / (0)87 2020-880 |
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Biking/Cycling There are many quiet lanes in an around Kinvara ideal for biking/cycling. Get out on a bike and enjoy the scenery and fresh, clean air and really appreciate the magnificent countryside. Bicycles can be hired locally in Kinvara. Tel: (+353) (0)65 707-8914 / (0)87 2020-880 |
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The Aran Islands These are a group of three islands off the Galway/Clare coast. They are well known for their cultural and literary history as well as their traditional way of life. Islanders still speak Irish as their first language. Regular ferry services operate from Doolin, Rossavael and Galway. Access by air is also possible. More info at www.visitaranislands.com |
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Aillwee Caves 20km from the hotel, the caves are an ideal activity for a rainy day. A chance to see the subterranean Burren. See bear pits, stalactites and underground waterfalls. Sample their homemade organic cheeses, honey and fudge in their farm shop. |
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Dunguaire Castle Probably, the most famous land mark that is associated with Kinvara, Dunguaire Castle was built in the 1500's and has changed ownership many times down through the years. Today, Dunguaire Castle is owned by Shannon Heritage, and is open to visitors from May through to October. The castle also holds Medieval Banquets. For further details please phone + 353 91 637108 www.shannonheritage.com/ |
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Coole Park, Thoor Ballylee & The Kiltartan Museum These three attractions are all situated near the town of Gort and within a few short miles of each other. Coole Park is formerly the home of Lady Gregory and a well known meeting place of Irish literary figures in the early 20th Century including W.B. Yeats and George Bernard Shaw. The famous autograph tree with the carved initials of all these writers is still in the walled garden. The woods and lake (See the wild swans of Coole !) are beautiful for a stroll. Thoor Ballylee castle was owned by Yeats and it is also open to the public. The Kiltartan Museum is a converted schoolhouse which documents the literary history of Coole. Beaches Our local beach, Trácht, pronounced "trawct", is just 4 miles from the village. The beach, overlooking Galway Bay, has earned a "Blue Flag" for water cleaniness, is supervised by a lifeguard during the summer and has spotlessly clean toilets with wheelchair access on the shore. All in all, a very pleasant and safe place to go for a swim and enjoy the wildlife. Also within 1/2 hours drive and Bishops Quarter and Fanore beaches. Sailing There is a sailing club, Kinvara Bay Sailing Club. Click www.kbsc.info for more information. Meitheal na mBádóirí is a boat building group based in Kinvara. Click here for more. Yoga Burren Yoga and Meditation Centre offers weekly classes in Ashtanga and Satyananda yoga and also Pilates classes. The centre also runs weekend and 7 day residential courses in all forms of yoga which are suitable for beginners and also for advanced. For description and timetable of classes and courses please see www.burrenyoga.com |