Introduction
Percy French the songwriter wrote "At Lahinch the sea shines like a jewel ", and its name conjures up memories of carefree holidays by the sea.
Although the village began to develop in the 18th century the permanent population is only 500. Yet this small friendly holiday centre and golfing mecca is world famous. It nestles at the head of Liscannor Bay beside a 2 km long beach of golden sands. It is ideal for bathing and swimming and many water sports.
The old Irish name for Lahinch was Leacht Ui Chonchuir - the tomb of O'Connor - the chieftain of an old local Celtic clan, who according to tradition is buried here. It has two 18 hole golf courses. The renowned championship course celebrated in 1992 its foundation 100 years ago. The bridge, 7km from the village on the Liscannor and Cliffs of Moher road was built 150 years ago. It is still known as the new bridge !
Even though it is intimate and unspoilt , Lahinch has a whole range of modern amenities and services. In holiday season the whole place is alive with music and dance. It is an ideal centre from which to explore North Clare, including the Burren, one of the world's most unique landscapes.
The two-mile long beach in Lahinch with its variety of breaks caters for novice, intermediate and experienced surfers. 5 miles further south you will find Spanish Point, another perfect surfing beach. Both are some of the best places in Europe to learn surfing with the advantage of the slower rolling Atlantic waves.
The Lahinch Surf School is an excellent resource for all your surfing requirements and further information.
Lahinch is a seaside town with a beautiful one-mile Blue Flag Beach loved by swimmers and surfers alike. Lahinch also has SeaWorld & Aquarium. This is an ideal outing for a wet day. With regular swimming sessions and tours of the aquarium, you can experience the under water world of the West of Ireland in any weather.
There is nothing like an early morning walk on the beach to clear your head !
With its long strand and sandy beach Lahinch is very suitable for that early morning stroll.
Lahinch has a links golf course where golfers can test their skills on the windswept dunes of a championship links.
There are horse/pony riding treks available within a few miles of Lahinch.
For more details visit this website :
Willie Daly
Ballingaddy
Ennistymon, Co. Clare
Ireland
Phone: +353 65 7071385
Fax: +353 65 7071717
Just North of Lahinch, are the famous Cliffs of Moher,defiantly standing as giant natural ramparts against the aggressive might of the Atlantic Ocean. They rise in places to over 215 metres (over 700 feet) and stretch for almost 8km. O'Briens Tower is located on Moher's highest Cliff and is the best location from which to view the Cliffs and from here you can see the Clare Coastline, Aran Islands, Galway Bay, as well as mountains as far apart as Kerry and Connemara.
Aillwee Cave is so much more than just another cave. It is an introduction to the geology of the Burren. A fun day out packed full of exciting things to do.
See the official website for more details.
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Bunratty Castle and folk park Bunratty Castle and folk park is an ideal attraction for young and old. The castle's Great Hall holds a very fine collection of 14th to 18th century furniture, paintings, and wall hangings. The Great Hall also hosts "medieval banquets" complete with maids playing the harp and court jesters.The Folk Park adjoins the castle and aims to show what everyday life was like in rural Ireland. It contains reconstructed farmhouses, cottages and shops, and care has been taken to make them as authentic as possible, particularly with regard to furnishings. | 
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The Burren The Burren, from the Gaelic word Boireann is an area of limestone rock covering imposing majestic mountains, and tranquil valleys with gently meandering streams. With its innate sense of spiritual peace, extraordinary array of flora and wildlife, and megalithic tombs and monuments older than Egypt's pyramids, the Burren creates a tapestry of colour and a seductively magical aura which few people leave without wanting to experience again. If you are interested in experiencing the Burren by foot then why not check out the Burren Hill Walks website here. |
If you want to spend the day shopping (buying or looking!) the market town of Ennis which is 20 miles away or for a wider selection of items Limerick city should satisfy all of your shopping whims...
The Aran Islands are made up of three islands, Inis Meain, Inis Mor and Inis Oirr and are off the west coast of Ireland. The Aran Islands are well-known and attract visitors from all over the world because of their unique culture and heritage. As well as the islands scenic beauty visitors can see primitive stone forts, dolmens, and old Christian churches. Traditional arts and crafts are also available to buy. There are boat trips to the Aran Islands from Doolin, Rosaveel and Galway. There are a number of boats that offer trips to the Islands from Doolin and Rosavell. From Galway harbour one boat serves the three islands. The journey by boat takes on average an hour to an hour and a half.
The only working spa in Ireland (once there were several) the mineral-rich waters (iron , iodine , sulphur , magnesium) are reputedly cures for disorders of the arthritis - rheumatism sorts when bathed in , and for internal disorders of the blood and glands when drunk. The spa centre has a pump room, baths and sauna among its attractions. The existence of the mineral springs , and their reputed curative properties , led to Lisdoonvarna's other claim to fame : its Matchmaking Tradition. Every year, in September (after the hay harvest was in), young (and not-very-young) farmers came to take the waters and, if single, find a bride. To facilitate the latter aim, professional matchmakers offered their services to these seekers, and for a few weeks the town enjoyed an almost twenty-four hour life. Today the tradition has been formalized into the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival. The town has many hotels and restaurants to cater for this, and there is much merriment and jollification in the pubs during this period.
Doolin village is famous for it's traditional Irish music. You can hear traditional Irish Music every night during the summer and weekends during the winter. You can also take a ferry from Doolin, Clare to the Aran Islands on the west coast of Ireland.
There is no shortage of restaurants and pus in the area to suit everyones pallette and pocket.
Here is a list of some of the restaurants in Lahinch itself.
Aberdeen Arms - Station road
Barrtra Seafood - Barrtra
Black Oak - Rineen
Golf Club - Liscannor Road
Indian & Tandoori - Church street
The Sea Farer - Kettle Street
Spinnaker - Marine Parade
Fickey Stingers - Marine Parade
Shamrock Inn Hotel - Main street
Atlantic Hotel - Main Street
Here is a list of pubs close by.
Mrs. O'Brien's Kitchen - Main Street
Galvins - Church Street
Kenny's - Main Street
The 19th - Main Street
Flanagans - Main Street
Atlantic - Main Street
Shamrock Inn - Main Street
Spinnaker - Marine Parade
Claremont - Main Street
Aberdeen Arms - Church Street
Frawleys - Kettle Street
Cornerstone - Main Street
Ocean View - Cregg
O'Looney's - Marine Parade