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Guide to Galway, Connemara and the West of Ireland

Robert Turnbull Lang (1870–) · 1912 · travel and topography

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  1. Oyster beds of Ardbear and Mannin

    Ardbear · townland · Galway

    At the head of the two bays of Ardbear and Mannin, south of Clifden, lay well-known oyster beds belonging to Mr. Corless of Dublin.

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    At the head of the two bays of Ardbear and Mannin, south of Clifden, are the well-known oyster beds belonging to Mr. Corless of Dublin.

    Clifden Castle, formerly belonging to the D'Arcys, stands about 2 miles up the bay. "After reaching the entrance of the harbour of Clifden, and rounding a promontory, the castle comes into view. It is in a ruinous state, but stands in a fine situation. Mountain and wood rise behind, and a fine sloping lawn in front reaches down to the land-locked bay, while to the right the eye ranges over the ocean until it mingles with the far and dim horizon." The D'Arcys, who had done so much to improve this portion of Connemara, became so reduced by their liberality as to be compelled to sell their property.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 31

    As the companion tells it

    Somewhere close to Ardbear, at the head of two bays, lay well-known oyster beds belonging to Mr. Corless of Dublin. The beds sat at Ardbear and Mannin, south of Clifden, and Clifden Castle, formerly belonging to the D'Arcys, stood about 2 miles up the bay. The D'Arcys had done much to improve this part of Connemara, but became so reduced by their own liberality that they were compelled to sell their property. The castle is in a ruinous state, standing in a fine situation with mountain and wood rising behind and a sloping lawn reaching down to the land-locked bay.

  2. Boyle barrack and King-Harman family

    Boyle · town · Roscommon

    The barrack in Boyle was formerly the residence of the King-Harman family, who were the proprietors of the town and granted the inhabitants a small park.

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    Boyle {Hotels : Royal ; Rockingham Arms) is well situated on the banks of the Boyle river, and exhibits an aspect of thrift and comfort. The handsome Roman Catholic cathedral, erected 1882, occupies a prominent position to the east of the town. The barrack was formerly the residence of the family of King-Harman, the proprietors of the town, who granted the inhabitants a small park. Boyle is the best centre from which to fish Loughs Arrow, Gara, and Key.

    The Abbey of Boyle, on the river (north), is of a Cistercian foundation, built between 1150 and 1200. It is of considerable interest owing to the various periods of early architecture it exhibits, the good condition of the church, the kitchen and other outbuildings, and the unusual elaboration of some of the carvings. Of the Church the oldest part is the south side of the Nave, pierced by Norman arches ; opposite are Early Pointed arches of the same character as the chancel arch ; it has a large central tower. About 2 miles away (north-east) is Lough Key.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 49

  3. Kilfenora high cross and ruined church

    Kilfenora · town · Clare

    Kilfenora, about 5 miles south-east of Lisdoonvarna, is noted for its remarkable high cross and ruined church. The author remarks that County Clare abounds in ancient ruins, any one of which would make the fortune of an English resort.

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    To the sea- shore westward, where sea-bathing may be had, the distance is only 4 miles. County Clare abounds in ancient ruins, any one of which would make the fortune of an English resort. Kilfenora, about 5 miles south-east of Lisdoonvarna, is of interest from its remarkable high cross and ruined church. At Dysart O'Dea are other interesting ruins.

    Ennistymon (8 miles) on the West Clare Railway is the station for Lisdoonvarna. Before reaching it the line from Ennis passes Corofin with beautiful Lough Inchiquin with the ridge of Keentlea, the "serpents' hill" rising above it.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 27

  4. Leenane local industries: crochet-lace and tweeds

    Leenaun · townland · Galway

    The local industries at Leenane are crochet-lace and tweeds. Specimens of both, in the process of manufacture and as finished articles, can be seen at the town.

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    Thus we pass along Killery which means *'red valley" and the name is well-deserved, as the rocks on every side have a curious, reddish-purple tinge, giving the impression of blooming heather. Also here, more than elsewhere, a rich red dye for their home- spun woollen is in great favour with women and girls, and many a fine view is touched up in the foreground by a flaming bit of colour. The local industries are crochet-lace and tweeds, specimens of which, both in the process of manufacture and as the finished article, can be seen at Leenane.

    The direct road [good cycling) from Letterfrack tol Leenane, a distance of 12J miles, after passing the Post Office, and for a mile and a half, consists of an avenue of fuchsias of unusual height and flower. We have never seen this shrub growing in greater luxuriance in our islands ; not even in the Port Erin country in the Isle of Man. The air at Letterfrack is of that mild freshness characteristic of the neighbourhood. The little town lies between the Twelve Pins and the sea.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 34

    As the companion tells it

    Somewhere around here in Leenaun, the local industries are crochet-lace and tweeds. You can see specimens of both, in the process of manufacture and as finished articles, at the town. The surrounding area is called Killery, meaning "red valley," and the name fits, as the rocks on every side have a reddish-purple tinge, giving the impression of blooming heather. Women and girls here favour a rich red dye for their homespun woollen, and many a fine view is touched up in the foreground by a flaming bit of colour.

  5. Recess as a centre for Ballynahinch fishery

    Ballynahinch · townland · Galway

    Recess is noted as a centre for exploring the Ballynahinch fishery district at the foot of the Twelve Bens. The principal waters include Lough and River Ballynahinch, along with Loughs Glendalough, Inagh, Derryclare, and Oorid.

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    The fame of Recess, doubtless increasing every year, is due to its advantage as a centre for fishing or exploring the fine fishery district of Ballynahinch, at the foot of the ''Twelve Bens." The Railway Hotel, with a platform of its own, stands in beautiful grounds, and is in the first rank for comfort.

    To the fisherman and the scenery-hunter alike this district is, in the words of an enthusiast, '' a dream of pleasure." It is pre-eminently an angler's resort, and, indeed, one of the best fishing centres in Ireland. The two principal fisheries are the ^^Ballynahinch'' and ^^ Gowla'' or ^^ Cashel'' Fisheries. For latter see below. The principal waters of the " Ballynahinch " are the lough and river of that name, also Loughs Glendalough, Inagh, Derryclare, and Oorid. Visitors staying at the hotel are allowed free fishing on all of the above waters which lie east of the hotel down to where the Owentovey and Recess rivers join, and occasionally beats may be rented at £1 a day in Ballynahinch Lough, etc. Full information from Mr. A. Mathews, Estate Ofiice, Ballynahinch. Salmon begin running in spring, the big run taking place in June and July. Sea-trout run in July and August.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 30

  6. Remaining town walls: Lyon Tower and Quay gateway

    Eglinton Street · street · Galway

    Though Galway's town walls were largely removed, portions remain, notably the Lyon Tower in Eglinton Street and the gateway at the Quay. These remnants are singled out as especially worthy of notice.

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    The walls of the town were removed, but some portions still remain, the Lyon Tower in Eglinton Street, and the gateway at the Quay being specially worthy of notice. In the centre of the town is the spacious Eyre Square, with an enclosure laid out in walks, and planted with trees. A carved doorway, dated 1627, which once belonged to the house of a

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    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 24

    As the companion tells it

    Along here you can still see part of Galway's old town walls. Most of the walls were taken down, but the Lyon Tower on this street survives, along with a gateway down at the Quay. Both are singled out as especially worth noticing.

  7. Rosses Point: sea-bathing and golf course near Sligo

    Rosses Point · town · Sligo

    Rosses Point, four or five miles from Sligo, offers sea-bathing with accommodation and a capital 18-hole golf course with a club-house. It is listed among the advantages of the Sligo neighbourhood.

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    Among other advantages of the neighbourhood, there is good sea-bathing, with accommodation, at Rosses Point, 4 or 5 miles away, and also a capital 18-hole golf course with a club-house.

    The principal excursion from Sligo is that to Lough Gill or Gilly, as it is sometimes called. This may be done by row-boat (hire 5s. to head of lough) ; or, in summer by motor-boat leaving Sligo daily at 3 p.m., charge Is. 6d. This goes to Dromohair, and allows 2 hours there before return. The round of the lough may be made by road. In this case it is best to start on the north side. After leaving the town in a direct line with the Victoria Bridge, keep to the right at all turns after the first. The first leads to the desmesne of Hazlewood situated at the north-west end of the lough. Permission may sometimes be obtained to pass through it. The main road is good, but for 3J miles nothing is seen of the lough, until, on climbing a hill, it is discovered lying below. Its many islands and sloping, wooded shores give it a resemblance to Killarney. The first object of interest on the north shore is Breffny Castle ^ near which is the Fern Glen, which should be explored if time allows. Then pass on through O'Rourke's '* smiling valley" to

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 47

    As the companion tells it

    Coming up near Sligo is Rosses Point, a spot noted for its sea-bathing and accommodation. It also has what the old guide calls a capital 18-hole golf course with a club-house. The guide lists it among the advantages of the Sligo neighbourhood, four or five miles from the town. That is all the record gives us, so there is nothing more to add about its history or any event here.

  8. Burrishoole Abbey ruins near Newport

    Burrishoole · parish · Mayo

    In the neighbourhood of Newport, situated on Clew Bay, stand the ruins of Burrishoole Abbey along with a beautiful glen in the heart of the mountains. Newport also offers fishing on the Newport River and in the Beltra Lakes.

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    Westport to Achill Island (26J miles by train^ and 9 on to Dugort by road). The route embraces varied views of the mountains and of Clew Bay. At Newport, finely situated on Clew Bay, there is an hotel, and fishing on the Newport River and in the Beltra Lakes. In the neighbourhood are the ruins Burrishoole Abbey, and a beautiful glen in the heart of the mountains.

    Arrived at Mallaranny, often spelt and always pronounced, Mulranny, we find the hotel (I.A.C.) of the Midland Great Western Railway ; it is connected with the station by a short path leading between hedges of rhododendron and fuchsia. Whoever had the idea of planting an hotel here had an inspiration, for the situation is perfect, one of the sweetest spots in the west. The land narrows to a neck, not a mile across, which connects the great Curraun Peninsula with the mainland. On this neck, facing Clew Bay, is the famous hotel. It stands on ground rising from the beach, and looks over a fringe of trees to the sweeping sands of its own small bay, and beyond to Croagh Patrick and the further shore. Low-lying green islets stud the foreground, and a raised causeway, built by the Company, leads across to the pier or quay. The hotel is provided with electricity from its own power-house. The green lawns (croquet and tennis) are well tended, and surrounded by a rich growth of flowering shrubs. Behind are acres of rough hilly ground belonging to the hotel, covered by heather and bramble, and traversed by paths provided with seats, while a man might walk for days on the hills beyond. The hotel is open all the year round, and as the freshness of the air is tempered by the direct action of the

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 37

    As the companion tells it

    As you pass through the parish of Burrishoole, near Newport on Clew Bay, the ruins of Burrishoole Abbey stand somewhere in this neighbourhood. The old abbey sits in a beautiful glen in the heart of the mountains. Newport itself offers fishing on the Newport River and in the Beltra Lakes.

  9. Falls of Feogh near Oughterard

    Oughterard · town · Galway

    A little distance from the town of Oughterard, near the bridge, the river forms a series of pretty cascades called the Falls of Feogh. The valley is well planted and more sheltered by trees than most of the bare hillsides of this district.

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    Oughterard {Hotels. (C.) Angler's; Railway; (I.A.C.) Murphy's ; Monaghan), about 17 miles from Galway, is a wellknown fishing centre. There is a fish-hatchery here. A little distance from the town, near the bridge, the river forms a series of pretty cascades, called the Falls of Feogh. The valley is well planted, and is more sheltered by trees than most of the bare hillsides>f this district.

    The attractive form of Carrigogue soon comes out on the right ; behind which, high up are, so tradition saith, the Bed and Holy-Well of St. Patrick. At Maam Cross Station (26J miles), a direct north and south road crosses the line, going (north) to Maam Bridge, and Leenane (p. 226), and south to Screeb Bridge.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 29

  10. Knocknarea's ochre screes

    near Knocknarea · mountain or mountain range · Sligo

    The road northward from Ballysadare gives a full view of Knocknarea, whose southern face presents a cataract of ochre-coloured screes.

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    Here the road turns northward, in full view of Knocknarea, on the left, with a southern face that is a very cataract of ochrecoloured screes.

    A little south of Ballysodare is Collooney Junction (p. 205), already mentioned in connection with the projected railway line from Belmullet, which will form part of the *' All-Red Route."

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 46

    As the companion tells it

    As the road turns northward, Knocknarea rises before you, its southern face a very cataract of ochre-coloured screes. Not far south lies Collooney Junction, mentioned in connection with a projected railway line from Belmullet, part of the so-called All-Red Route.

  11. Longford Cathedral and Abbey Remains

    Longford · townland · Galway

    Longford possesses a fine Roman Catholic cathedral and some remains of an old castle and a Dominican abbey. These surviving structures point to the town's medieval ecclesiastical and defensive history.

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    Longford {Hotel : Longford Arms) possesses a fine Roman Catholic cathedral and some remains of an old castle and a Dominican abbey.

    Nine miles farther on we pass Edgeworthstown, the home of Maria Edgeworth. Miss Edgeworth, one of the greatest of Ireland's literary children, was born at her grandfather's house at Black Bourton, near Oxford, but though she thus failed to own Ireland as her birthplace, her family had been associated with it for many generations, and the family place at Edgeworthstown was retained through all vicissitudes. She went to live there on her father's second marriage, which occurred only a few months after the death of her own mother. Mr. Edgeworth indeed married quickly and married often ; when the second wife died he persuaded her sister to be his wife within the year in spite of the Deceased Wife's Sister prohibition, and on her death it was not six months before he married again, Maria seems to have got on well with her numerous stepmothers, and the large family of growing sons and daughters were left

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 50

  12. O'Connell statue in Richmond Place

    Richmond Place · street · Dublin · 1857

    A statue of Daniel O'Connell was erected in Richmond Place in 1857. The principal street, Georges Street (futilely re-named O'Connell Street by the Nationalists), passes through to Richmond Place and the Military Road.

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    appearance. Westwards it is continued on the one side through Richmond Place to the Military Road, and on the other along Patrick Street through Rutland Street to New Bridge. It passes through the west part of Irish Town, which is connected by the same bridge with English Town ; the old gables of the houses in both districts are noticeable. In Richmond Place there is a statue of Daniel O'Connell erected in 1857.

    In the PeopU^s Parh^ south-west of the railway station, is a monument to Spring Rice — a lofty Ionic column surmounted by a statue. At the junction of Glentworth Street with Upper Baker Street there is a handsome Clock-Tower, erected in 1867 in honour of Alderman Tait. A statue of General Sarsfield was erected in 1881 behind the Roman Catholic Cathedral.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 11

    As the companion tells it

    Along this street in Richmond Place there is a statue of Daniel O'Connell, erected in 1857. The principal street here, Georges Street, passes through to Richmond Place and the Military Road. The Nationalists tried to rename Georges Street as O'Connell Street, but it didn't take.

  13. Ross Abbey near Headford, well preserved

    Ross · townland · Galway

    About a mile from Headford, picturesquely situated on the Owenduff river, Ross Abbey is described as being in remarkably fine preservation and containing a number of old monuments.

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    At Killabeg, Iwhere there is a ferry, tea can be got at a cottage J mile from the pier. 3 miles off is Headford {Hotel : Macormack's), a clean and prosperous town, about 1 mile from which, picturesquely situated on the Owenduff, is Ross Abbey, in remarkably fine preservation, and containing a number of old monuments. To the north of the abbey is the old castle of Moyne.

    After we enter the upper reaches of the lake the islands become more numerous, some of them being of considerable extent. On Inchagoil {Inis-au-Ghoil, the ** island of the foreigner"), Lugnat, or Lugnauld, a contemporary, and believed to be a nephew of St. Patrick, took up his residence. His pillar stone, with the inscription — Lie Lugnaedon Macc Lmenueh — is still to be seen, and near it the remains of a church supposed to have been founded by St. Patrick.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 42

  14. Boyle Roman Catholic cathedral erected 1882

    Boyle · town · Roscommon · 1882

    A handsome Roman Catholic cathedral was erected in Boyle in 1882, occupying a prominent position to the east of the town. The town itself presents an aspect of thrift and comfort.

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    Boyle {Hotels : Royal ; Rockingham Arms) is well situated on the banks of the Boyle river, and exhibits an aspect of thrift and comfort. The handsome Roman Catholic cathedral, erected 1882, occupies a prominent position to the east of the town. The barrack was formerly the residence of the family of King-Harman, the proprietors of the town, who granted the inhabitants a small park. Boyle is the best centre from which to fish Loughs Arrow, Gara, and Key.

    The Abbey of Boyle, on the river (north), is of a Cistercian foundation, built between 1150 and 1200. It is of considerable interest owing to the various periods of early architecture it exhibits, the good condition of the church, the kitchen and other outbuildings, and the unusual elaboration of some of the carvings. Of the Church the oldest part is the south side of the Nave, pierced by Norman arches ; opposite are Early Pointed arches of the same character as the chancel arch ; it has a large central tower. About 2 miles away (north-east) is Lough Key.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 49

  15. King Rory O'Connor's true burial place at Clonmacnoise

    Clonmacnoise · townland · Offaly

    Although Cong claims a reputed grave of King Rory O'Connor, the text clarifies that the royal recluse was really buried at Clonmacnoise, distinguishing tradition from historical fact.

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    The very plain and unattractive Church is entered from the road ; a fine late Norman arch forms an entrance ; notice its capitals. The east window, of three lancet-shaped lights, is smothered in ivy. Beneath a grave - slab, railed over, in the middle of the chancel floor ^ rest some of the old abbots of this house ; and adjoining it is the reputed grave of King Rory O'Connor, over which is a curious incised cross, without arms. The royal recluse was really buried at Clonmacnois.

    South of the chancel are some gloomy chambers, one vaulted, of early character.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 42

  16. Kylemore demesne and its grounds

    Kylemore · townland · Galway

    The demesne of Kylemore, accessible on application, features a bridge over a glittering stream through crowded copse, trees of every timber including holly, fir, ash and birch, and abundant fuchsia, laurestinus and rhododendron. The slopes of Kylemore Hill roll mantled in foliage to the Castle lawn.

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    enter one of the most charming bits in all this land of intermittent beanty — the demesne of Kylemore {admission to grounds granted on application). By a bridge you cross a stream which falls and glitters through the crowded copse. Here are trees of every timber — holly, fir, ash and birch ; around you the blossoms of fuchsia, laurestinus and rhododendron are seen in profusion ; whilst above, the slopes of Kylemore Hill roll mantled in foliage to the Castle lawn.

    A little past the church, and 5 miles from Letterfrack, the wild road from Lough Inagh and Recess comes in on the right ; 2| miles beyond (left) the main road is joined by the readjust described from Salruck and Renvyle ; then we approach the southern shore of the Geeat Killeey, which is touched at the inn opposite Bundorragh "Quay."

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 34

  17. Lehinch golf links on Liscannor Bay

    Lehinch · town · Clare

    Lehinch is known for its excellent 18-hole golf links laid out on the sandhills by Liscannor Bay. A large hotel of Norwegian-style architecture aims at exclusiveness, alongside the comfortable Kerin's Aberdeen Arms.

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    The next station is Lehinch {Hotels : (I. A.C.) *' Golf Links," of the "late Norwegian style of architecture; (C.) Kerin's Aberdeen Arms, comfortable). In itself calling for little remark the place is well known on account of its excellent golf-links, 18 holes, laid out on the sandhills by Liscannor Bay. The large hotel aims at exclusiveness, which is delightful for those who can afford it.

    The ''lion" of the district is the Cliffs of Moher (6 miles). To gain them follow the road round the bay northward through Liscannor and on until a road at right angles leads straight

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 27

    As the companion tells it

    Coming up through Lehinch, the place is known for its golf links, 18 holes laid out on the sandhills by Liscannor Bay. There is a large hotel of Norwegian style of architecture that aims at exclusiveness, delightful for those who can afford it. Kerin's Aberdeen Arms is the comfortable alternative. The place itself calls for little remark, but the golf has made its name.

  18. St. Cavan's Church on Inisheer

    Inisheer · townland · Galway

    St. Cavan's Church is an early ruin on Inisheer, the South Island of the Aran archipelago. It is named after St. Cavan, the brother of Kevin of Glendalough and a disciple of St. Enda.

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    On South Island, the most interesting of several early ruins, is St. Cavan's Church, named alter the brother of Kevin of Glendalough, and the disciple of Enda.

    [The literature dealing with the islands is extensive. The general tourist will find an excellent and illustrated description in the R.S.A.I. Handbook, No. II., by T. J. Westropp (Hodges, Is.) For others, Lord Dunraven's "Notes" will prove exhaustive.]

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 26

  19. Lough Nafooey as scenic highlight of the district

    near Lough Nafooey · lake or lakes · Galway

    Lough Nafooey is described as a beautiful sheet of water and one of the best scenic spots in the district. It lies about ten miles from Leenaun and is also noted for fishing waters supplied by the Partry Mountains.

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    Lough Nafooey is a beautiful sheet of water, and quite one of the best bits in this district. It can be reached in 10 miles by turning up the road referred to just above.

    The Joyce Country comprehends the north of the county of Gal way, including in its area Killery, part of Lough Corrib, Lough Mask, and the group of the Maamturk Mountains. The first Joyce is said to have come to Ireland in the reign of Edward I., and acquired extensive property in Jar-Connaught. The Joyces have the reputation of being the tallest and strongest race in Ireland.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 35

  20. Carrick-on-Shannon, Assize Town of Leitrim

    Carrick-on-Shannon · town · Leitrim

    Carrick-on-Shannon is the assize town of County Leitrim, incorporated by James I. It features a court-house described as a good building with a Doric front.

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    At Carrick-on-Shannon {Hotel: The Bush) we enter the county of Leitrim, of which it is the assize town. It was incorporated by James I. The court-house is a good building with a Doric front.

    Drumsna is a pleasant little village near the well- planted estate of Mount Campbell, the residence of the late Admiral Rowley. Through a poorly cultivated country, improved by many mansions and woods, we proceed to Dromod, where interesting views are obtained of the Loughs Bofin and Boderg, both enlargements of the great river Shannon.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 50

  21. Aasleagh waterfall at head of Killery Harbour

    near Aasleagh · waterfall · Mayo

    Aasleagh is a hamlet at the head of the Killery, about two miles from Leenaun. The Aasleagh Lodge Waterfall is described as a local 'lion' or notable attraction.

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    To Aasleagh, the hamlet at the head of the Killery, it is a little over 2 miles, and Aasleagh Lodge Waterfall is a local "lion." Five miles higher up the valley, along the direct Westport Eoadf is

    Ekriff Bridge. "A beautiful salmon river," says Hi- Regan of the Erriff ; it is a stream which forms a good centre for the fisherman, and is fed by the Owenduff stream and the Tanyard Lough, in which the latter rises, and by the Glendawaugh, and other higher rivers. Southwards, the Partry Mountains supply fishing waters in Lough Nafooey and the Upper Aille, well known to worm-baiters.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 35

    As the companion tells it

    Somewhere about Aasleagh, near the head of Killery Harbour, you'll find a waterfall the guidebooks call a local "lion," meaning a sight worth the detour. Aasleagh itself is just a hamlet, a little over 2 miles from Leenaun, sitting at the head of the Killery. The waterfall here at Aasleagh Lodge is the noted attraction of the place. Further up the valley, the Erriff runs what one writer called "a beautiful salmon river," fed by the Owenduff stream, Tanyard Lough, and the Glendawaugh, making the whole area a good centre for fishermen.

  22. Ice-flow evidence at Old Head, Louisburgh

    Old Head · population centre · Cork

    Geologists discovered marked rocks on Old Head near Louisburgh proving the movement of the ice-flow from east to west along Clew Bay. Great blocks of serpentine were found there, torn from the north slopes of Croagh Patrick Ridge.

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    Geologists have proved the movement of the ice-flow from east to west along the tay by the discovery of marked rocks on Old Head, Louisburgh, besides the great blocks there of "Serpentine, torn from the north slopes of Croagh Patrick Ridge " (Hull).

    Glare Island, at the mouth of the bay, has an area of 3949 acres, and its highest elevation is the Hill of Knock (1520 feet) presenting bold and precipitous cliffs to the Atlantic. The island is most conveniently visited from Achill Sound. Of the Cistercian Abbey, founded in 1224, there are remains in Avhich may be seen some fragments of fresco paintings and the so-called tomb of Grace O'Malley. Notice the coat of arms, bearing a boar and the motto ( — of the Royal Marines !). The tower of Granuaile Castle, the ancient residence of the celebrated Grace O'Malley, is situated above the harbour on the east. This lady became the leader of her clan, and eventually gained the title of" Grace of the Heroes." She was first married to O'Flaherty, Prince of Connemara, and on his decease to Sir Richard Bourke. *' Tradition," says Otway, "hands down a singular item of the marriage-contract. The marriage was to last /or certain but one year, and if at the end of that period either said to the other,

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 37

    As the companion tells it

    As the road takes you past Old Head, near Louisburgh, the rocks here carry a story geologists read in stone. They found marked rocks on this headland proving the ice-flow moved from east to west along Clew Bay. Great blocks of serpentine lie among them, torn from the north slopes of Croagh Patrick Ridge, as Hull noted. Out at the mouth of the bay lies Clare Island, 3949 acres, with the Hill of Knock rising 1520 feet and bold cliffs facing the Atlantic. The island is most easily reached from Achill Sound. A Cistercian Abbey was founded there in 1224, and its remains still hold fragments of fresco paintings and the so-called tomb of Grace O'Malley. A coat of arms bears a boar and a motto matching that of the Royal Marines. Above the harbour on the east stands the tower of Granuaile Castle, the old residence of Grace O'Malley. She became leader of her clan and earned the title Grace of the Heroes. She was first married to O'Flaherty, Prince of Connemara, and after his death to Sir Richard Bourke. Otway records that tradition hands down a singular item of the marriage contract. The marriage was to last for certain but one year, and if at the end of that period either said to the other

  23. Westport Protestant Church built by Marquis of Sligo

    Westport · town · Mayo

    The only architectural feature of Westport noted is the handsome Protestant Church built by the Marquis of Sligo. The town's attractions include sea-bathing and the beautiful demesne grounds belonging to Lord Sligo, to which the public are freely admitted.

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    Westport {Hotels : Railway (commercial) ; Bath). The only architectural feature of the place is the handsome Protestant Church built by the Marquis of Sligo, and the only attractions the sea-bathing and the beautiful desmesne grounds (belonging to Lord Sligo), to which the public are freely admitted.

    Otherwise the town is not very attractive. In summer steamers sail from the quay for Sligo, Glasgow, and Liverpool.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 36

    As the companion tells it

    As you pass through Westport in Mayo, the one architectural feature worth noting is the handsome Protestant church, built by the Marquis of Sligo. The town itself was not considered very attractive, though Lord Sligo's demesne grounds are beautiful and open freely to the public. Sea-bathing was another draw, and in summer steamers sailed from the quay for Sligo, Glasgow, and Liverpool.

  24. Cong Castle, a Clanricarde foundation

    Cong · town · Mayo

    Cong Castle is described as one of the Clanricarde foundations, linking it to the powerful Burke de Burgo earls. The cloisters and friary buildings of the nearby abbey stood on the south side.

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    Franciscan Abbey was built in 1290 in a picturesque situation ; and even after the dissolution in 1537 the faithful friars lingered round their home for two hundred years. The tower, with traceried windows, is graceful ; and on the north of it is a chapel still used once a year for celebration of Mass. The cast window of the chancel is of the same (15th century) date as the tower. The cloisters and friary buildings stood on the south side. The Castle was one of the Clanricarde foundations.

    At 5 miles we pass on the left the Incliacommaun islands, and shortly afterwards on our right Rabbit Island, where Lord Headley frequently camps. Further on, on the right, we see Annaghdown Castle and Abbey, both in ruins.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 42

  25. Cratloekeel woods on the Clare shore

    Cratloekeel · townland · Clare

    Extensive woods of Cratloekeel cover the mountain side on the Clare bank of the Shannon, opposite Lord Emly's demesne. They form a notable feature of the river landscape.

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    On the Clare side, nearly opposite Lord Emly's demesne, are the extensive woods of Cratloekeel, covering the mountain's side. Farther on we pass Dromore Castle, the magnificent residence of Lord Limerick, and Beagh Castle, and Horse Rock Lighthouse, the latter a prominent object in the middle of the river. On the Clare side (right), before reaching Foynes. we pass the estuary of the Fergus, called Lough Fergus. This is a very archipelago ; and on Canon Island is an ancient Norman monastery. Behind Beeves Lighthouse (left), in mid-stream, is the mouth of the Deel river, on which is —

    AsKEATON (railway station), remarkable for its ancient buildings. Its Nonnan castle of the Desmonds ; Knights Templars' Church ; and Franciscan Abbey (1419), with uncommon cloisters, are all worth visiting.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 15

  26. Drumsna and Mount Campbell Estate

    Drumsna · town · Leitrim

    Drumsna is described as a pleasant village near the well-planted estate of Mount Campbell, the residence of the late Admiral Rowley. The surrounding country is poorly cultivated but improved by mansions and woods.

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    Drumsna is a pleasant little village near the well- planted estate of Mount Campbell, the residence of the late Admiral Rowley. Through a poorly cultivated country, improved by many mansions and woods, we proceed to Dromod, where interesting views are obtained of the Loughs Bofin and Boderg, both enlargements of the great river Shannon.

    Rooskey Bridge is an insignificant village, where the Shannon is crossed, below Lough Boderg. On our way thence we pass through Kewton Forbes, and on the right. Castle Forbes, the beautiful seat of the Earl of Granard, and proceeding over a flat rich country, soon arrive at Longford.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 50

  27. Edenderry and the source of the Boyne

    Edenderry · town · Offaly

    A tiny branch line runs southward from Enfield to Edenderry, which is noted as the source of the River Boyne crossed by the main line further on.

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    A tiny branch line runs southward from Enfield to Edenderry, the source of the Boyne, which river is crossed by the main line some miles further on.

    Just before Mullingar a glimpse is caught on the south of Lough Ennel, and with Mullingar itself we have reached a famous fishing centre {Hotels : Greville Arms ; Brophil's). This does not lie in the Shannon chain before referred to, but belongs to a subsidiary set of loughs, free, and affording excellent fishing.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 4

  28. Ennistymon: river, falls and Macnamara house

    near Ennistimon · town · Clare

    Ennistymon, 8 miles from Lisdoonvarna on the West Clare Railway, is described as a quaint little place with a river and falls that give it character. The 'great' house of the district is that of H. Y. Macnamara, Esq.

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    Ennistymon (several hotels) is rather a quaint little place, and with its river and falls has some character. The " great " house is that of H. Y. Macnamara, Esq.

    The next station is Lehinch {Hotels : (I. A.C.) *' Golf Links," of the "late Norwegian style of architecture; (C.) Kerin's Aberdeen Arms, comfortable). In itself calling for little remark the place is well known on account of its excellent golf-links, 18 holes, laid out on the sandhills by Liscannor Bay. The large hotel aims at exclusiveness, which is delightful for those who can afford it.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 27

  29. Grange: best boat-landing for Inismurray

    Grange · townland · Galway

    The road to Bundoran from Sligo runs northwards round the western foot of Benbulbin and passes through Grange after eleven miles. Grange is described as the best boat-landing for the island of Inismurray.

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    The Road to Bundoran (the only driving connection is the mail-car which starts at 6 A.M. and has a seat for one passenger) runs northwards round the western foot of Benbulbin, and passes, in 11 miles, through Grange, the best boat-landing for Inismurray.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 48

    As the companion tells it

    Close to Grange, this is the best boat-landing for Inismurray. The road to Bundoran runs northwards round the western foot of Benbulbin and passes through here after 11 miles. The only driving connection is a mail-car that starts at 6 A.M. and has a seat for one passenger.

  30. Letterfrack village in Connemara

    Letterfrack · townland · Galway

    Letterfrack is a little village nearly buried in fuchsias, described as one of the sweetest bits in all Ireland and vying with Ballynahinch as the sketcher's favourite haunt in Connemara. It lies at the foot of mountains of uncommon form and beauty between the Twelve Pins and the sea.

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    Letterfrack (9 miles ; Hotel : O'Grady's). This little village, well-nigh buried in fuchsias, is one of the sweetest bits in all Ireland, and vies with Ballynahinch for first place as the sketcher's favourite haunt in Connemara.

    It lies at the foot of mountains of no common form and beauty, and possesses a good hotel.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 33

    As the companion tells it

    Somewhere around here is Letterfrack, a little village nearly buried in fuchsias. The old guide calls it "one of the sweetest bits in all Ireland," vying with Ballynahinch as the sketcher's favourite haunt in Connemara. It lies at the foot of mountains of uncommon form and beauty, and O'Grady's hotel stands here too.

  31. Annaghdown Castle and Abbey in ruins

    Annaghdown · townland · Galway

    Seen from the lake on the right, both Annaghdown Castle and its abbey are described as standing in ruins. They are passed en route between Rabbit Island and Killabeg ferry.

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    At 5 miles we pass on the left the Incliacommaun islands, and shortly afterwards on our right Rabbit Island, where Lord Headley frequently camps. Further on, on the right, we see Annaghdown Castle and Abbey, both in ruins.

    At Killabeg, Iwhere there is a ferry, tea can be got at a cottage J mile from the pier. 3 miles off is Headford {Hotel : Macormack's), a clean and prosperous town, about 1 mile from which, picturesquely situated on the Owenduff, is Ross Abbey, in remarkably fine preservation, and containing a number of old monuments. To the north of the abbey is the old castle of Moyne.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 42

  32. Dromore Castle, seat of Lord Limerick

    Dromore · townland · Limerick

    Dromore Castle, the magnificent residence of Lord Limerick, stands on the Shannon and is passed by steamers travelling down the river. It is one of several landmarks noted along this stretch.

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    On the Clare side, nearly opposite Lord Emly's demesne, are the extensive woods of Cratloekeel, covering the mountain's side. Farther on we pass Dromore Castle, the magnificent residence of Lord Limerick, and Beagh Castle, and Horse Rock Lighthouse, the latter a prominent object in the middle of the river. On the Clare side (right), before reaching Foynes. we pass the estuary of the Fergus, called Lough Fergus. This is a very archipelago ; and on Canon Island is an ancient Norman monastery. Behind Beeves Lighthouse (left), in mid-stream, is the mouth of the Deel river, on which is —

    AsKEATON (railway station), remarkable for its ancient buildings. Its Nonnan castle of the Desmonds ; Knights Templars' Church ; and Franciscan Abbey (1419), with uncommon cloisters, are all worth visiting.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 15

  33. Gowla or Cashel Fishery and Zetland Arms Hotel

    Cashel · townland · Galway

    The Gowla or Cashel Fishery is leased by Mr. O'Loghlen, who owns the Zetland Arms Hotel in Cashel. The hotel caters primarily to angling enthusiasts visiting the area.

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    The "Govtla" or Cashel Fishery is leased by Iklr. O'Loghlen, the proprietor of the Zetland Arms Hotel {1. A. C), Cashel, situated from 2 to 3 miles from the Gowla river and 5 miles from Recess Station. This is pre-eminently an Anglers' hotel, and those who are enthusiasts will thoroughly appreciate

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 30

  34. Bare moorland between Castletown and Streamstown

    Streamstown · townland · Westmeath

    Between Castletown and Streamstown, the railway passes through a bare waste and then 'dreary, dreary moorland' as the traveller moves from cultivated eastern land to western pastures where the haunts of men are few.

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    At Mullingar the railway branches off for Sligo, subdividing at Inny junction into another branch for Killeshandra and Cavan, joining at the latter place the Great North of Ireland Railway. The line to Galway bends in a south-west direction, and as we pass from the cultivated land of the east to the pastures of the west we note that the haunts of men are few, the sheep many and fat. Between Castletown and Streamstown, the junction for Clara, is a bare waste, and then the ** dreary, dreary moorland." At Moate there are two small hotels.

    Athlone (pop. 7472; M,G.W. (Refreshment Room) and G. S. and W, Railway Stations. Hotel : Prince of Wales) stands on both sides of the River Shannon, which is here a fine width, and is consequently partly in Connaught and partly in Leinster. The river is crossed by the railway bridge (M.G.AV.)>

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 4

  35. Dromod and Loughs Bofin and Boderg

    Drumod · town · Leitrim

    At Dromod, interesting views are obtained of Loughs Bofin and Boderg, both described as enlargements of the great river Shannon. The location offers a notable vantage point over these loughs.

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    Drumsna is a pleasant little village near the well- planted estate of Mount Campbell, the residence of the late Admiral Rowley. Through a poorly cultivated country, improved by many mansions and woods, we proceed to Dromod, where interesting views are obtained of the Loughs Bofin and Boderg, both enlargements of the great river Shannon.

    Rooskey Bridge is an insignificant village, where the Shannon is crossed, below Lough Boderg. On our way thence we pass through Kewton Forbes, and on the right. Castle Forbes, the beautiful seat of the Earl of Granard, and proceeding over a flat rich country, soon arrive at Longford.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 50

  36. Fountain gift of the second Countess of Dunraven, 1851

    Adare · townland · Limerick · 1851

    The fountain adjoining the White Abbey at Adare was the gift of the second Countess of Dunraven in 1851.

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    The adjoining Fountain was the gift of the (second) Countess, 1851.

    Close to the Bridge, and nearer Limerick, is the Black Abbey of the Augustinians, founded in 1315 ; part of which is used as the Protestant Church. The slender proportions of the tower, as of that of the Franciscan Abbey, will strike the visitor, as well as the '* Muekross" tracery of the east window of the Church. This was restored in 1852, but the interior is still choked up, not only by the heavy tower supports, but by the Dunraven pews. The later cloisters have a lavatory sink ; the Refectory is now the school.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 14

  37. Old castle of Moyne, north of Ross Abbey

    Moyne · townland · Galway

    To the north of Ross Abbey stands the old castle of Moyne. It is mentioned alongside Ross Abbey's monuments as part of the cluster of antiquities near Headford.

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    At Killabeg, Iwhere there is a ferry, tea can be got at a cottage J mile from the pier. 3 miles off is Headford {Hotel : Macormack's), a clean and prosperous town, about 1 mile from which, picturesquely situated on the Owenduff, is Ross Abbey, in remarkably fine preservation, and containing a number of old monuments. To the north of the abbey is the old castle of Moyne.

    After we enter the upper reaches of the lake the islands become more numerous, some of them being of considerable extent. On Inchagoil {Inis-au-Ghoil, the ** island of the foreigner"), Lugnat, or Lugnauld, a contemporary, and believed to be a nephew of St. Patrick, took up his residence. His pillar stone, with the inscription — Lie Lugnaedon Macc Lmenueh — is still to be seen, and near it the remains of a church supposed to have been founded by St. Patrick.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 42

  38. Panoramic view from hill near Letterfrack

    Letterfrack · townland · Galway

    From a hill crest about four and a half miles from Clifden, a magnificent view opens of the Letterfrack valley, Kylemore Mountains, and the Twelve Pins standing out boldly. The panorama includes a brown moorland waste studded with farmsteads and cabins, gleaming lakes, and Ballynakill Harbour almost completely land-locked.

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    far ahead, in part a great brown waste of moorland, studded with farmsteads and cabins, and bright spots in the midst of the sombre hues, showing the gleam of lakes of various sizes and shapes ; a splendid arm of the sea (Ballynakill Harbour), almost completely land-locked ; a magnificent mountain promontory, tinted with silver, grays, purples, and browns ; and away 12 miles north-east is Mweelrea over Killery Harbour.

    A little beyond Ballynakill Church and Renton (6 miles) we bear left, and then past the little pier in full view of the graceful cone of Diamond Mountain.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 33

    As the companion tells it

    Somewhere around here, from the hill crest, a grand panorama opens out over the Letterfrack valley and the Kylemore Mountains. The Twelve Pins stand out boldly across a brown moorland waste studded with farmsteads and cabins, with gleaming lakes catching the light. Ballynakill Harbour reaches in, almost completely land-locked. A mountain promontory is tinted with silver, grays, purples, and browns, and twelve miles north-east stands Mweelrea over Killery Harbour.

  39. Round tower of Taghadoe near Maynooth

    Taghadoe · townland · Kildare

    A round tower stands at Taghadoe, situated two miles to the north of Maynooth.

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    tower. The round tower of Taghadoe is 2 miles to the north of Maynooth.

    The country soon begins to get bare and moorish. The Wicklow hills, which relieved the flatness at first quickly disappeared, and except for the wildness of the scene, attractive to some people, there is nothing to comment on.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 4

  40. Inishglora and Inishkea: islands of saints and ruins

    near Inishglora · townland · Mayo

    Inishglora and Inishkea islands off the Mayo coast were celebrated in ancient legend and formerly the haunts of saints and recluses. Abundant evidence of their long-gone tenancy survived in numerous crosses and the ruins of sacred edifices.

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    A visit should be paid, if time permit, to Inisglore and Iniskea islands, celebrated in ancient legend, and formerly the haunts of saints and recluses, of whose long-gone tenancy there is still abundant evidence in numerous crosses and the ruins of sacred edifices.

    236 GALWAY TO CLIFDEN

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 40

  41. Menlough Castle ruins on the Corrib river

    near Menlough · townland · Galway

    Menlough Castle, located one mile from Galway on the right bank of the Corrib river as one steams up toward Lough Corrib, is associated with Sir Valentine Blake and is now in ruins.

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    Steaming up the Corrib river we pass, on the right, 1 mile from Galway, Menlough Castle (Sir Valentine Blake) now in ruins. A little beyond this the Clare-Galway river enters the lake.

    Clare-Galway is 5 miles up this stream. An account of its ruins, by Messrs. Kelly and Westropp, may be found in the Ant. Handbook, 1897. The

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 41

  42. Ballintober Edwardian Castle

    Ballintober · townland · Galway

    Four miles from Castlerea stands the Edwardian Castle of Ballintober, noted as a site of antiquarian interest.

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    Four miles from Castlerea is the Edwardian Castle of Ballintober.

    Ballyhaunis (43f miles) is the best station from which to visit the church of Knock (8 miles by hired car), where the miracles of healing and supernatural visions attracted large crowds of pilgrims some years ago. Crutches and other relics may be seen at the church, which is still visited by many devout Roman Catholics.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 44

  43. Claregalway ruins on the Clare-Galway river

    Claregalway · town · Galway · 1897

    Clare-Galway, located five miles up the Clare-Galway river from where it enters Lough Corrib, possesses ruins documented by Messrs. Kelly and Westropp in the Antiquarian Handbook of 1897.

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    Clare-Galway is 5 miles up this stream. An account of its ruins, by Messrs. Kelly and Westropp, may be found in the Ant. Handbook, 1897. The

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 41

  44. Athlone antiquities removed to Dublin Museum

    Athlone · town · Westmeath

    Several important archaeological finds from Athlone have been taken to the Dublin Museum, including the finest stone battle-axe in the collection and gold lunulae (or minn) also from the town.

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    Dublin Museum has swallowed up several ''finds" belonging properly to Athlone, chief among them the finest stone battleaxe in the Museum, and the gold "lunulae " (or "minn "), also from this town.

    The chief feature of the town is its magnificent position in regard to the river and lakes, which gives first-rate opportunity to the angler, and makes the air of unusual freshness. It stands just at the point where the river bursts through the range of sandhills (never rising higher than 600 or 700 feet), which runs from the Green Hills near Dublin to the shores of Galway Bay. The Prince of Wales is an old-fashioned hostelry of a comfortable sort, and stands well facing the tower of the Church, close by the gateway leading to the Deanery grounds.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 5

  45. Athlone Castle built by Bishop of Norwich

    Athlone · town · Westmeath · 1213

    The only 13th-century remnant of Athlone Castle is the base of the fort built by the Bishop of Norwich in 1213. The imposing machicolations and outer walls are modern. The castle is now used for military stores on the Connaught side of the town.

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    and a little lower down by the road bridge. On tlie Leinster or east side are tlie best streets, shops and the hotel, as well as the smaller station (G.S. and W). On the Connaught or west side is the principal railway station, the barracks (the town is always garrisoned), and what remains of the Castle now used for i\lilitary Stores. The only old part (13th century) remaining of the Castle is the base of the fort built by the Bishop of Norwich. The imposing machicolations and outer walls are modern.

    The earliest fort seems to have occupied the Celtic " dun " near the present bridge, in the far-off time when the crossing was made over the fords ; and whe^ troops and travellers laiew well the hostelry and the history alike of that ancient taverner, one " Lnan," to whom our best scholars trace the latter part of the name of the town. It seems strange that the place should be connected with Norwich, but it is reliable history that the Bishop of the most eastern city of England built here in 1213 the central castle of Ireland, and we shall find more of this builder-bishop's work at Clonmacnois. The castle has had an eventful record of assaults and sieges, but of none more famous than the siege of 1691, when Ginckell captured Athlone, and so forced the battle with the French and Irish at Aghrim. At first the garrison under Grace, and, later St. Ruth, who held the castle for James II., stood firm, but the heavy tire of Ginckell's men and their last assault utterly broke the Irish defence.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 5

  46. Carton demesne of the Duke of Leinster

    Maynooth · town · Kildare

    Carton is the beautiful demesne of the Duke of Leinster at Maynooth, open to the public on week-days. The entrance is at the end of the village's main street.

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    Ma3mooth {Hotel: Leinster Arms), the seat of the wellknown Roman Catholic College, is 15 m. from Dublin. The village consists chiefly of one tolerably wide street, at the end of which is the entrance to Carton, the beautiful demesne of the Duke of Leinster, open to the public on week-days ; at the other end is the Royal College of St. Patrick.

    The college is a fine structure with two quadrangles, extended and improved in 1846 from the designs of Pugin. It has accommodation for over 500 students. The cloister is a fine specimen of Early English. The hall is a spacious and beautiful apartment, and there is a large library. The college was instituted by the Irish Parliament in 1795 to provide education for candidates for the priesthood in the Roman Catholic Church, on account of the difficulty, during the continental wars, of Irish students frequenting the foreign universities. More than half the Roman Catholic clergy of Ireland now receive their education at it. Formerly it obtained an annual parliamentary grant of £26,000 ; but at the disestablishment of the Irish Church in 1869 this was conmiuted by the payment of a capital sum fourteen times its amount. It is supported also by private donations and bequests, in addition to the entrance fees of the students.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 4

  47. Co. Clare as a land of legend and antiquities

    near Clare · population centre · Clare

    County Clare is described as a land of legend and antiquities lying to the south of the Shannon district and the land of Galway.

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    Beyond the Shannon district westward is the land of Galway, the Connemara of the tourist, with its endless opportunities for sport, and its wonderful freshness of air. Around Lough Corrib and on the intricate sea-lochs about Bertaghbhoy and Kilkieran Bays chances of sport are manifold. That land of legend and antiquities, Co. Clare, lies southward, and northward are Clew Bay, the Curraun Peninsula, and Achill island, all yearly attracting greater numbers of those who love scenery and wild nature.

    This book deals in detail with the districts thus roughly indicated. The proper way to strike them is by starting due west from Dublin on the Midland Great Western main line which cuts Ireland in half, and the best method of reaching Dublin is, as everyone knows, by the excellent service of the London and North Western Railway. The most convenient

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 3

  48. Land of Galway and intricate sea-lochs

    Kilkieran Bay · bay · Galway

    Beyond the Shannon district lies the land of Galway, or Connemara. The area around Lough Corrib and the intricate sea-lochs near Bertaghbhoy and Kilkieran Bays is noted for offering manifold opportunities for sport.

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    Beyond the Shannon district westward is the land of Galway, the Connemara of the tourist, with its endless opportunities for sport, and its wonderful freshness of air. Around Lough Corrib and on the intricate sea-lochs about Bertaghbhoy and Kilkieran Bays chances of sport are manifold. That land of legend and antiquities, Co. Clare, lies southward, and northward are Clew Bay, the Curraun Peninsula, and Achill island, all yearly attracting greater numbers of those who love scenery and wild nature.

    This book deals in detail with the districts thus roughly indicated. The proper way to strike them is by starting due west from Dublin on the Midland Great Western main line which cuts Ireland in half, and the best method of reaching Dublin is, as everyone knows, by the excellent service of the London and North Western Railway. The most convenient

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 3

  49. Lissoy: hawthorn bush cut down and sold to tourists

    Lissoy · townland · Westmeath

    The famous hawthorn bush at Lissoy, if it ever existed, has disappeared, reportedly cut down piece by piece and sold to tourists. Pieces of thorn now sold to visitors have no claim to being genuine relics.

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    The "hawthorn bush," if it ever cast its shade there, has now disappeared, owing it is said to its having been cut down piece by piece and sold to tourists. In any case, pieces of thorn now palmed off on verdant enthusiasts have not the slightest claim to be regarded as pieces of the genuine " hawthorn."

    Clonmacnois {Tea at Cottage. From Athlone SJ miles hy .hoatj cost about 5s. ; 13| miles hy road). The word Clonmacnois means " Retreat of the Sons of the Noble."

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 6

  50. Lissoy: ruins of the Deserted Village landmarks

    Lissoy · townland · Westmeath

    Several landmarks from Goldsmith's 'Deserted Village' are still pointed out at Lissoy, including the ruins of the 'village preacher's modest mansion,' a church said to occupy the site of the 'decent church,' the village mill, and the 'glassy brook' now choked with sedges.

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    It is difficult to imagine that Lissoy, even in the earlier days of Goldsmith, when he loitered on **the green" and ''paused on every charm," could have so far differed from all other villages of its country as to present the distinctly English characteristics pictured in the ''Deserted Village." The ruins of the "village preacher's modest mansion" are still pointed out, where the poet's father may have thought himseK "passing rich on forty pounds a year." The church is said to be on the site of that " decent church " where " fools who came to scoff remain'd to pray." The same village "Mill" may perhaps be standing, and the once "glassy brook" which now, "choked with sedges, works its weary way." It is, however, scarcely probable that in Goldsmith's childhood the Inn ever offered its guests the peculiarly English comforts of the " Three Jolly Pigeons," —

    "Where village statesmen talked with looks profound And news much older than their ale went round.'

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 6

  51. Monastery of Inishbofin on Lough Ree

    near Inishbofin · parish · Galway

    A monastery on Inishbofin (White Cow Island) in Lough Ree is considered the most interesting on the lake, with its foundation attributed to St. Rioch, described as the nephew of St. Patrick and a Briton or Welshman by birth.

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    the main building. " The monastery of Inisbofm (or White Cow Island) is, in some respects, the most interesting of any upon Lough Ree, because its foundation is attributed to St. Rioch, the nephew of St. Patrick, ... a Briton or Welshman by birth." On Hare Island no hares are now living to explain the name ; they have relinquished it in favour of the tenant, Lord Castlemaine, who has laid out the ground well. On the western shore is the interesting ruin of Rand own Castle, ''a famous spot in Irish liistory for the last 2000 years." In ancient times it was called John's (Eoin) House after a local Celtic saint; when the Normans, who hated the Celts, came and "established a castle of the Knights Hospitallers, they changed the dedication to that of St. John the Baptist." The caatle still stands, with a round tower, a church dedicated to the Holy Trinity,! and a fortified wall, "unique in Ireland."

    Atlilone is the most convenient station for visiting Lissoy, the supposed scene of Goldsmith's '' Deserted Village " ; and the celebrated ecclesiastical ruins of Clonmacnois on the Shannon.

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 6

  52. Protestant Episcopal Church at Maynooth

    Maynooth · town · Kildare · 1500–1525

    A Protestant Episcopal Church at Maynooth was erected in the beginning of the 16th century by Earl Gerald Fitzgerald and has an imposing tower.

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    The Protestant Episcopal Church, erected in the beginning of the 16th century by Earl Gerald Fitzgerald, has an imposing 12

    178 DUBLIN TO GALWAY

    Internet Archive guidetogalwaycon00lang, Chapter 4

  53. Scenery of Lough Derg near Mountshannon

    Mountshannon · street · Sligo

    The scenery of the Shannon district is generally described as monotonous, but around Mountshannon on Lough Derg, it is noted as being particularly attractive. The area is also highlighted as one of the best centres for fishing.

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    It is not generally realised that throughout the centre of Ireland, from Sligo on the north to Limerick on the south, there runs an unparalleled fishing district, for the greater part free, consisting of a chain of lakes, almost all of which are linked together by the river Shannon. This water-way is navigable for steam launches for about a hundred miles. Salmon fishing can be had almost anywhere (except in well-known preserves such as at Killaloe), on payment of a pound a year for the licence. Trout fishing needs no licence, and the trout run large. The best centres are at Athlone, Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Mountshannon, etc. The scenery is for the greater part monotonous, level green banks and an absence of trees tending to a peaceful uniformity, but in parts of the loughs as about Mountshannon in Lough Derg, and in Loughs Key and Arrow, there is much that is attractive. What little enterprise has been attempted in the way of running public steam-boats has been chilled, and the steamers of the Upper Shannon Navigation Company now run only in the height of the summer, and traverse only the comparatively short distance from Killaloe to Banagher.

    Beyond the Shannon district westward is the land of Galway, the Connemara of the tourist, with its endless opportunities for sport, and its wonderful freshness of air. Around Lough Corrib and on the intricate sea-lochs about Bertaghbhoy and Kilkieran Bays chances of sport are manifold. That land of legend and antiquities, Co. Clare, lies southward, and northward are Clew Bay, the Curraun Peninsula, and Achill island, all yearly attracting greater numbers of those who love scenery and wild nature.

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  54. Siege of Athlone 1691

    Athlone · town · Westmeath · 1691

    Ginckell captured Athlone in 1691 after a fierce siege, forcing the subsequent battle at Aughrim. The Irish garrison under Grace and later St. Ruth held the castle for James II until the final assault broke the defence. Cannon balls from the siege can still be seen in Athlone.

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    " It seems hard for us to conceive how, in the siege of 1691, any part of the town can have escaped utter destruction, as the batteries were all arranged along the river bank on the site of the present Strand Street, with outlying batteries. . . . But we must remember that the siege guns and powder of two hundred years ago did not carry their projectiles much farther than a couple of hundred yards. Specimens of the cannon balls used in the siege can still be seen in Athlone " (Professor Stokes). The present bridge replaces the old Elizabethan structure which was the scene of the siege (see Professm^ Stokes's " Guide to Athlone," an uncommonly useful sixpenny -worth).

    The town owned previously two abbeys, one on each side of the river, some part of the walls (not worth visiting) remain of the Franciscan abbey on the Leinster side, near the huge tweed factories which employ so many hands that the march-past of some seven or eiglit hundred boots on the way to work at 6.30 A.M. awakes the slumbering tourist by its novelty. House accommodation is ever more and more difficult to get in this prosperous specimen of an Irish town.

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  55. Wild scenery of Achill Island and Clew Bay

    near Achill Island · island or archipelago · Mayo

    Northward of the Shannon and Clare districts lie Clew Bay, the Curraun Peninsula, and Achill Island. These places are noted for attracting increasing numbers of visitors who love scenery and wild nature.

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    Beyond the Shannon district westward is the land of Galway, the Connemara of the tourist, with its endless opportunities for sport, and its wonderful freshness of air. Around Lough Corrib and on the intricate sea-lochs about Bertaghbhoy and Kilkieran Bays chances of sport are manifold. That land of legend and antiquities, Co. Clare, lies southward, and northward are Clew Bay, the Curraun Peninsula, and Achill island, all yearly attracting greater numbers of those who love scenery and wild nature.

    This book deals in detail with the districts thus roughly indicated. The proper way to strike them is by starting due west from Dublin on the Midland Great Western main line which cuts Ireland in half, and the best method of reaching Dublin is, as everyone knows, by the excellent service of the London and North Western Railway. The most convenient

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