East Clare projects feature in plans for €76m Shannon Tourism Master Plan
*Mountshannon Harbour. Photograph: John Mangan Clare could be set to receive millions of euros worth of funding under the Shannon Tourism Master Plan.
Wild Atlantic Way
Opportunity to deliver ‘spectacular’ coastal walk in Kilkee
A West Clare councillor has suggested that a coastal walk be developed in Kilkee akin to the popular Liscannor to Doolin trail.
Miltown Malbay’s omission from Wild Atlantic Way strongly criticised
Miltown Malbay has “been shafted” by its continued omission from the Wild Atlantic Way route with West Clare councillors stressing that this be rectified prior to an expected increase in staycations this summer.
‘You would never hear about this’ – ten cows killed after being struck by lightning in Kilkee
Nine cows were discovered lying ‘legs up’ in a field on Dunlicky Road, on Sunday June 14th, following a vicious thunderstorm that swept across the nation.
TG4 journey of musical discovery comes to Clare on Sunday
Father and son musicians, Breanndán and Cormac Ó Beaglaoich have completed a journey of “musical discovery” along the West coast of Ireland, their time in Clare is recorded on Sunday as part of a new series on TG4.
3-5 year estimate for bringing Lisdeen road ‘up to standard’
*Querrin Pier. “Highly expensive” filling of road drains between Querrin and Doonaha and no history of accidents mean the chances of requested works being carried out along the section both villages are incredibly slim.
‘More creativity’ needed to boost Clare’s Wild Atlantic Way routes
*Photograph: Martin Connolly Alternative and more prominent advertising of Clare’s routes on the Wild Atlantic Way are needed on the M18 with talks underway to improve infrastructure for designated tourist attractions.
Kate Nash recalls ‘beautiful’ Kilkee visit
English singer-songwriter and actress, Kate Nash has shared her love for Kilkee and sunsets at the Cliffs of Moher.
‘Experience Clare’ passport a way of increasing county spread of tourists
*Photograph: Julie Tillett ‘An Experience Clare’ passport is in the pipeline which will encourage tourists to sample the numerous attractions in the county as opposed to one-stop visits to certain locations.
Shannon Airport working with Fáilte Ireland to maximise Wild Atlantic Way brand
*Shannon Group CEO, Mary Considine. Photograph: Arthur Ellis Shannon Airport are “working closely” with Fáilte Ireland on maximising the Wild Atlantic Way brand to entice more passengers to fly into Clare.