Explore the Treasures of East Galway Heritage Bus Tour

Explore the treasures of East Galway.

Heritage Bus Tour featuring the launch of the Tobar an Croise Naomha short film

Discover the stories, landscapes and heritage of East Galway on this fascinating full-day journey through the region's rich cultural heritage. Experience medieval history, traditional craftsmanship, sacred landscapes and community heritage projects while enjoying guided visits, refreshments and lunch at some of East Galway's most significant heritage sites.

The day also includes the launch of the new Tobar an Croise Naomha, Cappagh Holy Well short film, celebrating one of East Galway's treasured places of pilgrimage.

Bus Departure Points

8.00am
An Furán/Lidl, Moycullen
Eircode: H91 W6D7

8.30am
Galway County Council, Áras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway
Eircode: H91 H6KX

9.00am
Kenny Park, Athenry
Eircode: H65 DN12

Itinerary

9.15am
Visit to Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre, St Mary's, The Square, Athenry.

10.45am
Tea, coffee and scones at the Newpark Hotel, Athenry.

11.30am
Departure for Dunmore MacHales GAA Centre.

12.30pm
Launch of the Tobar an Croise Naomha, Cappagh Holy Well Short Film.

1.00pm
Departure for Templetogher Mill, Williamstown.

1.30pm
Lunch and visit to Templetogher Mill Heritage Complex.

3.30pm
Departure for Ballinakill Abbey, Glinsk.

4.00pm
Guided tour of Ballinakill Abbey.

5.00pm
Departure from Ballinakill Abbey.

Return Times

6.00pm
Kenny Park, Athenry

6.45pm
Galway County Council, Galway

7.15pm
An Furán/Lidl, Moycullen

Booking Essential

Places are limited and advance booking is required.

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Booking essential.

Reserve your place on Eventbrite

Places are limited, and advance booking is required.

Before you attend:

Please dress appropriately for the weather and terrain:

Wear sturdy walking shoes suitable for uneven ground. Bring weather-appropriate clothing.

Developed by the Heritage Office, Galway County Council and supported by Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre, Dunmore McHales GAA, Cappagh Holy Well Committee, Williamstown Heritage Society, Williamstown Tidy Towns, Glinsk Community Development and The Heritage Council.