*Durty Nelly’s, Bunratty

INTEREST in Irish Language grows in Clare as weekly Conversation Circle launches in Bunratty.

Clare interest in the Irish language is on the rise in, with Google search data showing a 25% year-on-year increase in searches for the term “Gaeilge” across the county.

Ahead of Seachtain na Gaeilge in March, local businesses are beginning to respond to this renewed engagement with the language. One such example is Durty Nelly’s in Bunratty, which has launched a new weekly Irish language conversation circle aimed at people in the locality who would like to speak and learn Irish.

The event, Comhrá & Caint, takes place every Monday night at 8pm in the local bar in Durty Nelly’s and offers a relaxed, informal space for people to speak Irish. Durty Nelly’s has also taken part in the An Clár as Gaeilge initiative, supporting greater visibility and everyday use of Irish in Clare businesses.

Organisers say the goal is to create a welcoming, pressure-free environment where Irish can be used socially, regardless of fluency level.

The event is open to all, with no booking required.

Comhrá & Caint / Guinness & Gaeilge:

  • Durty Nelly’s, Bunratty
  • Mondays at 8pm
  • Open to all levels

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