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ACTIVITY BREAKS
GALWAY 
Galway offers a whole range of activity breaks.
With it's position on the coast there are a range of water activities,
golfing and much much more.
Have a look though some of the hightlighted activity breaks within our
locality.
Clay
Pigeon Shooting Clay pigeon (or Trap) shooting is one of the oldest sports around. No
experience is necessary to partake in this activity. Each person
receives 25 Clays, an electric trap, a 12/20 bore gun with barrels over
and under. Trainer, Terry Tyson, will bring you down to the end of the
Glenlo Abbey estate by the water's edge. Under his guidance, your group
can enjoy this sport, with safety being of the utmost importance.
Email: info@glenloabbey.ie or Tel:
+353 (0)91 522286 for more information . Greyhound
Racing The home of Greyhound Racing at its best, Galway Greyhound Stadium,
situated right in the heart of the city is one of Galway's premier
night-time entertainment venues. Superb food and service, combined
with quality racing, makes it an excellent choice for all. Choose the
luxurious surroundings of Master’s Restaurant, where you’ll
enjoy panoramic, unrivalled views of the race circuit, or try out the
culinary delights of trendy Barker’s Bar with its direct access
to open terracing and bookmakers. Email: glyreservations@igb.ie or Tel: +353 (0)91 562273 for more
information . Killary
Adventure Company Killary Adventure Company is located three miles from Leenane village
on the Clifden Road. They offer excitement and fun with quality
accommodation. They accommodate for everyone's budget and taste with
activities such as bungee jumping, abseiling, archery and waterskiing
to name but a few suitable for the complete beginner to the more
experienced. They have facilities for individuals or groups for up to
150. They are an ideal holiday destination for families looking for
something little different! Email: adventure@killary.com or Tel: +353 (0)95 43411 for more information . Pallas
Karting Take a spin to Pallas Karting where you can be in the driving seat,
jostling for pole position in one of the fastest and most exhillerating
sports in Ireland today. At Pallas Karting you can experience the
thrill of real motor racing first hand at their new kart circuit.
Whatever the weather, Pallas Karting has the green light for an action
packed non-stop race programme for everyone. Email: info@pallaskarting.com or Tel: +353 (0)90 9745147 for more information . Killary
Cruises Killary Harbour is recognised as Ireland’s only Fjord, is a nine
mile long inlet which boasts some of the finest scenery in the West of
Ireland and because of it’s sheltered nature has the calmest of
waters. Once on board, guides will introduce the history of the area
and the fjordal landscape which is unique to this part of Ireland.
Seals, otters, wild goats and many species of seabirds can be observed
in their natural habitat. Of particular interest are a local school of
dolphins which can often be seen from the boat, providing a lively
display of diving and dancing. You will also be able to observe the
workings of a mussel farm and a salmon farm. The sea bus will stop at
the salmon farm to give passengers the opportunity to watch the fish
being fed. Email: info@killarycruises.com or
Tel: +353 1800 415151 for more information. Rusheen
Bay Windsurfing Rusheen Bay Windsurfing is
one of Ireland’s leading windsurfing schools, located just
outside Galway City on the main scenic route to Connemara. Rusheen Bay
provides an ideal, safe, learning environment for beginners and a great
flat-water venue for freestyle and blasting as you progress. They use
the new Irish Sailing Association ‘Go! Windsurfing’
teaching syllabus and the most up to date equipment to accelerate the
learning process and promise that even complete beginners can expect to
be windsurfing in less than 60 minutes! Email: cathal@rusheenbay.com or Tel: +353 (0)87 2605 702 for more information. Bearna
Golf Club This 18 hole club designed by RJ Brown is set on the edge of Connemara
with magical views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands. With parkland
tees and sand based greens, this club offers a unique golfing
experience. Special concessions are availbable at Bearna Golf Club for
Hotel Clybaun guests. Email: info@bearnagolfclub.com or Tel: +353 (0)91 592677 for more information. Galway
Golf Club Galway GolfClub is located against the picturesque backdrop of Galway
Bay. It has
unspoiled views of Galway Bay and the Clare Hills. This club dates back
to 1895 and is recognised as one of the finest courses in Ireland.
Email: galwaygolf@eircom.net or
Tel: +353 (0)91 522033 for more information. |
