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in Clare

County Clare’s towns and villages have an inviting cosiness. Some have their roots in Celtic monasteries, while others began and grew close to the water’s edge – near lakes, rivers, or along Clare’s Atlantic coastline. TIP: You can filter below by area to seek out places of interest.

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Miltown Malbay

Miltown Malbay, West Clare

Along the West Clare coastline is the town of Miltown Malbay, home to a famous music festival named after local Uilleann piper Willie Clancy.

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Newmarket on Fergus

Newmarket on Fergus, South Clare

Situated halfway between the county capital of Ennis and Shannon International Airport, Newmarket-on-Fergus is a thriving, modern town with a rich heritage past

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Quin

Quin, County Clare

The village is centred around a Franciscan abbey and is close to several sites of natural, archaeological and architectural heritage significance.

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Sixmilebridge

Sixmilebridge, South Clare

The attractive town of Sixmilebridge is known for its architectural heritage and proximity to some of Clare’s best known visitor attractions.

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Tulla

Tulla, East Clare

Built into a steep hill and surrounded by a number of small lakes, the vibrant town of Tulla is rich in history and has a proud musical heritage.

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Ardnacrusha

Ardnacrusha, South Clare

The village of Ardnacrusha, on the River Shannon, is home to the Ardnacrusha Hydroelectric Power Station – a ground-breaking infrastructural project.

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Ballynacally

Ballynacally, West Clare

Situated 16 kilometres west of the county capital of Ennis, the scenic village of Ballynacally overlooks the Shannon Estuary and its many islands.

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Bellharbour

Bellharbour, North Clare

Situated in an inlet off Ballyvaughan Bay, the small harbour village of Bellharbour or Bell Harbour is on the Wild Atlantic Way in the famous Burren Region.

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