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Carron, Co. Clare

Carron (The Cairn) is a village in County Clare, bounded on the northwest by county Galway and on the south by Slieve Carron, one of the highest points in the Burren. When one reaches the top of this mountain it will all be worth the climb to see the magnificent views of this unique countryside. The cliff-bound valley of Kilcorney, 7k away, is characteristic of the area.

This village's claim to fame is the fact that it is the birthplace of Micheal Cusack, the inspirer and co-founder of the Gaelic Athletic Association.

Within 8km (five miles) of the village are The Burren Perfumery, Caherconnell Stone Fort, poulnabrone Dolmen, a Turlough (disappearing lake) and miles and miles of beautiful lunar limestone scenery.

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Burren Perfumery and Tea Rooms

Carron, Co. Clare

Café / Producers Shop

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Gardens

Caher Bridge Garden

Fanore, Co. Clare

The karst limestone region of the Burren is a natural wonder , with a lunar-like landscape and mysterious vanishing lakes and underground rivers.. Among the most wonderful things about it are the rare wildflowers that grow between the karren pave ...

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Golf

Glenlo Abbey Golf Club

Galway City, Co. Galway
Course Type: Parkland

This unique 9 Hole Double Green Golf Course offers a challenging test to all golfers. A lake side golf course, although fair to the beginner can also be a great test to the low handicapper. With the many lakes, trees, large greens, and the wi ...

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Self Catering

Kinvara Suites

Kinvara, Co. Galway

"The luxury of a hotel suite, the privacy and freedom of home together with a beautiful design." Kinvara suites are situated within a newly converted 18th century stone hayloft. They are set back from the road in a secluded garden in ...

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What's On

Ennistymon Farmers Market - Co Clare - Saturday Morning

Saturdays 10am-2pm

Address:

West Clare Art Gallery on the Ennis Road Ennistymon

Contact:

Cate Conway - 086 053 6644

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Tourist Attractions

The Burren Centre - Gateway to the Burren

Kilfenora, Co. Clare

In the picturesque village of Kilfenora, The Burren Centre gives the visitor an introduction to the visual delights and ancient mysteries which await to be discovered in this unspoiled corner of Ireland. This walk through time will take you b ...

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Wedding Venues

Dromoland Castle Hotel

Newmarket-on-Fergus, Co. Clare

The ancestral home of the O’Briens, barons of Inchiquin and direct descendants of Brian Boru, High King of Ireland, this is one of the few Irish estates tracing its history back to Gaelic royal families, and it is now one of Ireland’s ...

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