Clifden, County Galway, Ireland - Clifden Connemara
At the beginning, it was all based on the idea of getting on trips every now and then with the kids to explore Ireland and see what our country has from hidden treasures and sharing those experiences with the people worldwide so that they could write down some destinations to check while being in the country.
Here we are this time on a trip to Clifden in county Galway in the region of Connemara, where we enjoyed the Dolphin beach which is a couple of miles outside Clifden, got the chance to see Clifden Castle, and eventually visited Alcock and Brown Marconi place.
We didn't get the chance to take a dip in the sea water - that would have taken a lot of time from our day and thus would have ruined the plan we had - but we enjoyed walking by the water and enjoyed the sun, and the kids also loved playing by the beach as well - actually everywhere in this area would be welcoming you with water, which was one of the most beautiful things about the trip.
For those who don't know, Clifden is a coastal town in county Galway, Ireland, in the region of Connemara and it is located on the Owenglin River where it flows into Clifden Bay. Clifden is also considered the largest town in the region and thus whenever Connemara is mentioned, Clifden would be referred to it as its capital (
One of the highlights of Clifden is Clifden Castle and this was exactly where our second destination was. Clifden Castle is a ruined manor house located west of the town of Clifden which was built back in 1818 in the Gothic Revival style for John D'Arcy, the local landowner and the founder of Clifden. This castle faces south and overlooks Clifden Bay and its original features used to include a rounded tower to the southeast, a square tower and an entry tower with two round turrets. After the death of D'Arcy, the ownership passed from one person to the other - starting with his son - but eventually it all didn't go as well as he wished and everything brought the castle to the ruins we see today - but we should all agree that it still looks different and catchy from the outside.
The entry to this castle is through the gateway and this gateway could be seen from the Sky Road. Getting access into the gateway along a path that meanders across the hillside to the castle, you will spot the crazing cows, sheep and horses which are found on the grassland, even part of the castle ruins is now a cow pen - we have seen all these animals while walking to reach the castle.
Taking our break in the middle of the trip - you will also need to do that if you have gotten up early to start your day - we have been to a restaurant in order to have our lunch before we could go on and complete the rest of the trip by visiting the Alcock and Brown Marconi place.
Alcock and Brown Marconi is the first transatlantic flight that lands in Connemara and that was through a Vickers-Vimy biplane behind the Marconi wireless station at Derrigimlagh, which is 4 kilometres south of Clifden. The name of this place goes back to the two British airmen who were flying the plane and who were named: Captain John Alcock (the pilot) and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten Brown (the navigator). As much as it was considered a different kind of trip, this achievement has earned those two airmen a £10,000 prize and a place in the aviation history (which is why we are talking about them right now).
When you spot that plane in the illustrated picture on the site, you will find that its nose is dipped and its tail is lifted and that happened because when Alcock recognized his destination and decided to land, he thought that he is gliding towards a level stretch of ground behind the station, so when the wheels landed it ran a short distance before it actually sank into the bog, but both the pilot and the navigator were safe.
There are other beautiful places which one could visit in Clifden other than those which we have been to, such as Connemara Heritage and History Centre, the Whitethorn Gallery, Connemara National Park Visitor Centre, Derrigimlagh Discovery Point, as well as the Station House Museum.
Generally speaking, we have been to other destinations in county Galway which we should mention: we have been to Oranmore Castle ( we have visited Turoe Pet Farm for the kids which they definitely enjoyed playing at ( and we have also enjoyed the road trip to Galway which we have been through while reaching Connemara at some point (
This was the trip to Clifden, Connemara, and the different stops we have made to check the place. Have you ever been to Clifden and have you ever visited any of these different destinations which we have been to? Share your experience with us!
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The Point Equestrian Centre and Pony Trekking
Sky Road
Clifden Castle
Marconi Station
Alcock and Brown Landing Site
Mannin Bay Blueway
Connemara Heritage and History Centre
Aillebrack Green Coast Beach
Whitethorn Gallery
Clifden Station House Museum
Clifden County Galway - The Capital of Connemara - Ireland. We love Clifden Ireland #Galway
Clifden would be the main town in the Connemara region of Ireland. It has some of the best restaurants and great hotels and is an excellent base point to explore the wonders in the countryside around it.
Clifden is coastal town in County Galway ( Ireland, in the region of Connemara, located on the Owenglin River where it flows into Clifden Bay. Clifden is usually referred to as the capital of the city because it is the largest town in the region.
This town in Connemara is always headed for when it comes to tourism because it is the first choice that people go for. From the different places of interest that one could visit in Clifden and around it, there is the Twelve Bens - sometimes referred to as Twelve Pins - which is a mountain range of sharp-peaked quartzite ranges located northeast of Roundstone in Connemara. Another touristic attraction in Clifden is Connemara National Park which is one of six national parks in the Republic of Ireland, there is also Sky Road which is a long drive along Clifden Road and Streamstown Bay with views of the Atlantic, Clifden Castle, coast-guard station, the islands of Inishturk and Turbot and the town. Adding to those, one could also visit the Inishbofin in Clifden which is a small island off the coast of Connemara, Slyne Head lighthouse, as well as the Derrygimlagh Bog which is a natural wilderness of blanket bog located 6 km south of Clifden and the site of the Alcock and Brown crash-landing and the Marconi transatlantic wireless station.
There are usually lots of different things for one to explore when it comes to travelling because people do not always follow the same rules and thus some might fall upon specific places which others didn't get the chance to pass by.
From those places which are considered more known for the people when it comes to the attractions of Clifden, there is Clifden Castle, Connemara Heritage and History Centre, the Whitethorn Gallery, Connemara National Park and Visitor Centre, the Station House Museum, and the Rifle-Sebastian Sculpture.
We believe that Connemara is a place of contrasts, colors, and wilderness - it might not only be about Clifden which is just one stop in Connemara, but it is about the place as a whole. In addition to Clifden, there are different other towns in Connemara which one could stop by and check (according to the attractions that might be found in every single one of them or even the activities that could be done there). These towns in Connemara include Oughterard, Maam, Recess, Roundstone, Cashel, Carna, Ballyconneely, Cleggan, Claddaghduff, Letterfrack, the Renvyle peninsula and Leenane.
Connemara in general is a place with a landscape that is magnificent and which mainly goes to its location as well as the harsh conditions that it might be passing through all year long. Speaking of Connemara in general and not just Clifden at this point, there are some beautiful places to go to in it such as the different beaches that it hosts, the Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden, the Omey Island Walk, as well as the Connemara National Park.
We didn't get the chance to pass by all those different towns and of course not all those attractions as well, but when we were in Clifden and took this footage back home with us, we were actually thrilled by the beauty of the place and the nature that the eyes are always settling on in the town.
There are different activities in Clifden that one could enjoy and which include cycling, mountain climbing, walking, hiking, pony riding, as well as those other water activities that could be performed and which include swimming, surfing, kayaking, and diving - if you chose the right time of the year to go to Clifden then you will enjoy getting into these activities and will also get the chance to enjoy the salty water, so always make sure you are heading to this place during the right time to enjoy as much activities as you can.
One good thing to enjoy while being in Clifden is the Clifden Farmer's Market in which traders and sellers come to the town of Clifden in order to sell their fresh produce to the public every Friday morning, so make sure to pass by this market and see what it holds out there for you.
Please do comment below if you have anything to suggest for our article what to do in Clifden Ireland. Some people have asked us Where is Clifden :-) Have tempted not to tell them! Keep it our secret! But that would not be too nice - we definitely want to explore more towns in Connemara - we want to see all we can in the region...so next visit! :-) Wait for other towns in Connemara which we will be visiting in the future to check what they carry inside for the tourists and what one could enjoy doing in every single one of them; scenes and activities.
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The Station House Hotel
The Station House Hotel, once a passenger train station, is one of Irelands best kept secrets. Tucked away in the quaint village of Kilmessan, in the heart of the acclaimed Boyne Valley Drive and Ireland’s Ancient East, the original station buildings now sit on twelve acres of manicured gardens and woodlands, listed on the Boyne Valley Garden Trail, and have been welcoming guests since 1983.
Here, guests enjoy the full feeling of a country escape all year-round, allowing them to completely switch off and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. We also offer free high speed wifi throughout the hotel, free car-parking, and all bedrooms are en suite and tastefully decorated, giving a warm and homely feel to anyone travelling with family, friends or for business.
This charming country house hotel offers a unique setting for weddings with lots of unique features, a romantic atmosphere and twelve acres of manicured gardens and woodlands, providing the perfect backdrop for photographs and recordings.
The authentic stone Turntable set amid the forested gardens offers a truly magical setting for your outdoor ceremony or pre-wedding breakfast drinks. The original two storey railway signal cabin, now serves as the detached Signal Suite, with original steel staircase, four-poster bed and relaxing whirlpool bath.
The Carriage Suite, originally the engine room and workshop of the old train station, is now a stunning function room with original stonework capable of seating up to 200 people comfortably.
Depending on plans for your special day, the award winning Signal Restaurant is also the perfect place to host smaller weddings, or you may decide to have exclusive use of the full hotel venue for your event.
Whatever you decide, the Slattery’s and the team at The Station House Hotel will do everything to make your wedding a special and memorable time.
Going up sky road loop in clifden Co Galway
Doesn't do it justice, incredible views that can't be captured by a phone
QUIET MAN BRIDGE CONNAEMARA CO GALWAY
QUIET MAN BRIDGE CONNEMARA CO GALWAY
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Final version of a motion graphics project in fourth year of NCAD. The animation is based on a poem by Tony Curtis about the journey of two men who flew across the Atlantic for the first time.
Casey Black - Blowin in the Cold Wind (Official Video)
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RELEASE TOUR
15.09.2015 – Slane (IRL), Boyle’s Of Slane
16.09.2015 – Portarlington (IRL), The Heritage
17.09.2015 – Clifden (IRL), Station House Theatre
18.09.2015 – Clonakilty (IRL), Clonakilty Guitar Festival
19.09.2015 – Clonakilty (IRL), Clonakilty Guitar Festival
20.09.2015 – Dingle (IRL), McCarthy’s
23.09.2015 – Lahinch (IRL), Kenny’s
24.09.2015 – Dublin (IRL), Whelan’s
25.09.2015 – Cork (IRL), Coughlan’s
26.09.2015 – Naas (IRL), Nun’s Chapel
29.09.2015 – Lippstadt (D), Cocktailbar Kajüte (Kajüte meets...)
04.10.2015 – Bremen (D), Druide
06.10.2015 – Kiel (D), Prinz Willy
07.10.2015 – Berlin (D), Ä
13.10.2015 – Dillenburg (D), Erbse
16.10.2015 – Crailsheim (D), 7180 Bar
17.10.2015 – Großkarlbach (D), Franks Bodega
28.10.2015 – Bristol (UK), Stag & Hounds
30.10.2015 – Glasgow (UK), Coyote Whiskey Bar
02.11.2015 – Norwich (UK), The Bicycle Shop
04.11.2015 – London (UK), Green Note
06.11.2015 – Ipswich (UK), Cult Cafe
08.11.2015 – Marchington (UK), Dog & Partridge
First Atlantic Flight 40th Anniversary (1959)
Title reads: First Atlantic Flight 40th Anniversary.
Clifden, County Galway, Southern Ireland (Republic of Ireland, Eire).
Panning shot along Irish coast to the memorial to pioneer aviators Alcock and Brown. C/U John Alcock's brothers and two nephews at unveiling ceremony. L/S plaque being unveiled by Sean Lemass, Deputy Prime Minister of Eire and Minister for Industry and Commerce. C/U plaque. G/V memorial with people gathered round. C/U Mr. Teague who met Alcock and Brown after their landing in 1919.
Library footage of Alcock and Brown's Vickers Vimy biplane taxiing out for take off from Newfoundland. Panning shot plane taking off. L/S the plane tilted on its nose after landing on boggy land in Ireland. C/U Alcock and Brown. G/V crowds in the street as Alcock and Brown leave Euston Station, London, by car, people try to get to the two men to shake their hands but police keep them off. C/U Arthur Brown with transatlantic mail bag before handing over to Post Office officials.
C/U John Alcock and Arthur Brown statue at London Airport. L/S of Comet IV airliner on tarmac at airport.
Note: lots of great material on file - including newspaper cuttings and reproduction of New York Herald's front page from 1919.
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Ireland - King of the Bandos!
RotorX Atom V3 invades another one of Worgzy's romantic getaways with his better half. Surprised she puts up with it!
Honestly can't believe how many amazing abandoned castles and mansions Ireland has to offer. Not to mention the gorgeous mountains and infamous Cliffs of Moher.
Worgzy only had the opportunity for a quick battery at each location, and some days the weather didn't cooperate. But I'm sure you will agree it would have been sacrilegious NOT to fly these EPIC locations!
Hardware:
- RotorX Atom V3 - 4 frame
- RX1407-2800kv motors
- 2in1 Powercube
- 5S and 4S 850mah batteries (RotorX and Turnigy Graphene)
- TBS Crossfire and Tango
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Loftus Family
Ireland National Museum Castlebar
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King John's Castle, or Limerick Castle, Limerick City, Ireland
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Alcock And Brown Aka Accock And Brown (1919)
Item title reads: Clifden, Ireland - Bogged! - How the gallant Atlantic Airman landed on Irish Soil.
Clifden, Ireland
WS. Shot of John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown's Vickers Vimy, crashed with tail in the air and nose buried in the ground, under guard. CU. Wings of plane, pan along the fuselage. MLS. Alcock? and Brown? seated. LS Pan along the wings of plane LS. Pan along wings Army officers moving around plane. Soldiers standing guarding the plane WS Of plane with tent pitched by it CU. Tail of plane pan down to body. MS. Pan along plane wing. WS. Of crowd in street outside shop. Someone is visible on the ground surrounded by a group of people. CU. Newspaper cutting Direct flight across the Atlantic. Vickers Airplane's Non-Stop voyage of 1,880 Miles. Captain Alcock's Story. The Wonder is we are here at all.
Repeat of first three shots of the item the shot of Alcock and Brown is of better quality.
(Note for British Pathé staff: Hi-Def)
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FOR LICENSING ENQUIRIES VISIT
British Pathé also represents the Reuters historical collection, which includes more than 136,000 items from the news agencies Gaumont Graphic (1910-1932), Empire News Bulletin (1926-1930), British Paramount (1931-1957), and Gaumont British (1934-1959), as well as Visnews content from 1957 to the end of 1984. All footage can be viewed on the British Pathé website.
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The old Galway to Cliften railway line, taken over by nature
Vickers Vimy Clifden air show 2009
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BOYLE 2011 KING HOUSE JOHN MURRAY SHOW
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