Discover the Heritage of Ceantar na nOileán by Bus

This full-day heritage event features a guided bus tour of Ceantar na nOileán led by renowned archaeologist Michael Gibbons. The itinerary includes multiple pick-up points, a morning stop at the Connemara Coast Hotel for refreshments, and visits to significant heritage sites in Ceantar na nOileán.

A highlight of the day is the launch of the Holy Wells of Galway Exhibition and short film at Ionad Oidhreachta Leitir Mealláin, followed by lunch at Halla Pobail Leitir Mealláin. The tour continues with more site visits in Ceantar na nOileán before returning to the original pick-up locations.

Booking is essential via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/discover-the-heritage-of-ceantar-na-noilean-bus-tour-led-by-michael-gibbons-tickets-1590340895429?aff=oddtdtcreator
Participants are advised to dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes. The event is organised by the Heritage Office of Galway County Council and supported by Ionad Oidhreachta Leitir Mealláin and The Heritage Council,

Discover the Heritage of Ceantar na nOileán Bus Tour led by Michael Gibbons & Launch of The Holy Wells of Galway Exhibition

8.30am - Meet up at Carpark beside Kenny Park, Athenry (nearest Eircode H65 DN12)

9.05 am - Meet up at Galway County Council, Áras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway - bus will be parked at the side of the Council building across from TK MAX) (nearest Eircode H91 H6KX)

9.40am - 10.30am Connemara Coast Hotel, Cushmaigmore, Furbogh, Co. Galway, H91 KX27 (pick up and tea/coffee and scones

11.20 am - Visit sites of Ceantar na nOileán

1.00pm- Launch of Holy Wells Exhibition and Holy Wells Short Film and visit Ionad Oidhreachta Leitir Mealláin H91 CH7X

2.00pm- Lunch Halla Pobail Leitir Mealláin

3.00pm- Visit sites of Ceantar na nOileán

5.05pm – Connemara Coast Hotel, Cushmaigmore, Furbogh, Co. Galway, H91 KX27 (drop off)

5.25pm- Galway County Council, Áras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway (drop off)

6.00pm - Kenny Park, Athenry (nearest Eircode H65 DN12)