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Clare commonly referred to as simply Clare, is a county of Ireland
and part of the wider province of Munster. Clare is one of the 26 counties
within the Republic of Ireland and it provides a basis for local government,
in the form of its own constituency within the Dáil Éireann.
The county system has existed since the 16th century; as well as its governmental
usage, the counties form a significant part of local identity and culture
within the country. Located on the west coast of Ireland, Clare is northwest
of the River Shannon covering a total area of 1,215 square miles (3,147
km²). The most populated town and county seat is Ennis.
During the Early Middle Ages the
area was part of the Kingdom of Connacht ruled by the Uí Fiachrach
Aidhne, until it was annexed to the Kingdom of Munster to be settled by
the Dalcassians in the mid-900s. It was renamed Thomond, meaning North
Munster and spawned Brian Boru during this period, perhaps the most noted
High King of Ireland. From 1118 onwards the Kingdom of Thomond was in place
as its own petty kingdom, ruled by the O'Brien Clan. There was some Norman
influence during the 14th century due to battles with the de Clare's for
control. Sovereignty of Thomond was handed over to the Tudors in 1543 and
the area joined the Kingdom of Ireland as a county. After the kingdom was
merged into the United Kingdom, there were wars in the 20th century which
resulted in secession of the Irish Free State. The conclusion of the pro-treaty,
anti-treaty Irish Civil War confirmed its status — the state became the
present republic Ireland in 1937.
County Clare succeeded the district
of Thomond (which was part of Connacht), and when first created it was
sometimes called County Thomond. Its nickname is the Banner County, which
may refer to a former local tradition of carrying banners at political
meetings and public occasions. |
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Bunratty
Castle Hotel, Bunratty
The
modern Bunratty Castle Hotel is located in Bunratty, Ireland, opposite
15th-century Bunratty Castle. The hotel is 16 kilometres from Limerick.
Shannon International Airport (SNN) is eight kilometres from the hotel.
On a hillside next to the River Shannon, the two-storey Bunratty Castle
Hotel has a pastel-coloured exterior. There is complimentary parking outside
the hotel, and a front patio leads to the main entrance. Amenities at the
hotel include a 24-hour front desk, ATM, onsite shopping and picnic area.
Informal Kathleen's Irish Pub and Restaurant is a traditional stone-clad
pub, serving drinks and Irish dishes, along with steaks, fish, chips and
salads. There is regular live music. Bunratty Castle is nearby. There
are shopping opportunities at Bunratty Village Mills, just 30 metres away,
and the Blarney Woollen Mills Shop at the hotel. |
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Bunratty
Manor Hotel, Bunratty
The Bunratty Manor Hotel
is located in Bunratty, Ireland. Shannon is 7.5 kilometres away, and Limerick
is 13 kilometres away. The family-run Bunratty Manor Hotel is housed
in a traditional property with a mottled stone façade. The property
extends to a furnished patio and offers complimentary wireless Internet
access, and the concierge is on hand to offer sightseeing assistance. Further
amenities include 24- hour room service, laundry facilities, and complimentary
onsite parking. Guests of the Bunratty Manor can start the day with
a complimentary full Irish breakfast and sample international dishes along
with an extensive wine list in the bright, modern restaurant. Adare,
40 kilometres from the hotel, is one of Ireland's most picturesque villages.
Surrounded by lush countryside, the 19th- century village boasts two groups
of thatched cottages running along the main street, and also houses a Trinitarian
monastery, Desmond Castle - an Anglo-Norman fortress, and a Wishing Pool. |
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Castle
Oaks House Hotel, Castleconnell
The Castle Oaks House Hotel
occupies a Georgian manor set in a 26 acre estate on the banks of the river
Shannon. The hotel features a formal restaurant with views of the river
which serves International and Irish cuisine. With dark wooden furniture
and leather seating, the traditional style bar offers relaxed meals and
drinks in an informal setting with live music three evenings a week. A
leisure club located in the hotel's extensive grounds provides a range
of fitness and beauty facilities including a 17 metre indoor swimming pool,
a fully equipped gym, a steam room and a sauna. Spa treatments on offer
include facials, massages and body wraps. The hotel is located just outside
the picturesque estate village of Castleconnel. The university town of
Limerick is ten kilometres away. Activities in the vicinity include golf
and sailing and the estate itself has facilities for salmon fishing. |
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Clare
Inn Hotel and Leisure Centre, Dromoland
The Clare Inn Hotel and
Leisure Centre is a modern hotel set in 1,500 acres of wooded countryside,
eight kilometres from the town of Ennis, Republic of Ireland. The hotel's
Kids' Plus programme entertains children from 4-12 years old, while younger
children are supervised in the crèche. Babysitting services are
available. Complimentary parking is also provided. Deerfield's Restaurant
offers à la carte dining including fish dishes; Poacher's Pub serves
a buffet lunch daily. The health club has fitness equipment, an indoor
swimming pool, a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. There is miniature
golf on site plus an 18-hole pitch and putt course and two tennis courts.
The classically Norman Bunratty Castle close by includes dungeons and four
towers with spiral staircases. Medieval banquets are held in the Great
Hall. |
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Oak
Wood Arms Hotel, Shannon
The Oak Wood Arms is a modern
hotel with traditional architecture, set in the town centre, six kilometres
from the famous Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Guests can relax over drinks
in Sophie's Bar or unwind in the sauna and steam room. Health-conscious
guests can work out in the hotel's fully equipped fitness centre. The Palm
Court Restaurant offers a refined menu of international fare, served in
traditional, rustic surroundings, beneath Spanish-crystal chandeliers.
King John's Castle and the Hunt Museum are both 20 kilometres from the
hotel. The Cliffs of Moher, which offer scenic views of the Aran Islands,
are 48 kilometres away. Shannon International Airport is three kilometres
away, with an approximate driving time of five minutes. |
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Cork is one of the traditional counties of Ireland. It is located within
the province of Munster, and was named after the city of Cork. The southernmost
of the Irish counties, it is also the largest, covering an area of just
under 7,500 square kilometres.
Cork is nicknamed "The Rebel County",
as a result of the support of the townsmen of Cork in 1491 for Perkin Warbeck,
a pretender to the throne of England during the Wars of the Roses. In more
recent times, the name has referred to the prominent role Cork played in
the Irish War of Independence (1919-1921) and its position as an anti-treaty
stronghold during the Irish Civil War (1922-23).
Cork city is the second largest
city in the Republic of Ireland and the island of Ireland's third most
populous city. It is the principal city and administrative centre of County
Cork and the largest city in the province of Munster. Cork has a population
of 119,143, while the addition of the suburban areas contained the county
brings the total to 190,384. Metropolitan Cork has a population of approximately
274,000, while the Greater Cork area is about 380,000. |
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Charleville
Park Hotel, Charleville
The Charleville Park Hotel
is located in Charleville, County Cork, Ireland. The centre of Charleville
and the train station are three kilometres away, Ballyhoura Mountain Biking
Park is 20 kilometres away, and Limerick is 30 kilometres away. The
Charleville Park Hotel occupies a modern property spread over three storeys
accessible by elevator. The multilingual concierge is on hand to offer
sightseeing assistance, and guests can surf the web via the complimentary
wireless Internet. Those arriving by car will find complimentary parking
available, and further amenities include 24-hour room service and laundry
facilities. The Hotel houses the informal Greenfinch Restaurant serving
modern Irish and European dishes. Ed's Bar has traditional decor and offers
light meals including a carvery lunch, and the informal Osprey Lounge serves
morning pastries and snacks throughout the day. A complimentary full English
breakfast is provided. |
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Maritime
Hotel, Bantry
The Maritime Hotel is located
in Bantry, Ireland, in the west of County Cork. Overlooking Bantry Bay,
the hotel lies two kilometres from Bantry Bay Golf Club and 25 kilometres
from the popular village of Skull.
Hotel Features. The Maritime
Hotel is a contemporary building with designer influences, illustrated
in a wealth of colours. The lobby features a fireplace, where guests can
relax with a coffee and complimentary newspaper, or browse the net via
the complimentary Internet. Free garage parking is available. The
Ocean Restaurant at the Maritime serves a modern Irish menu based on local
organic produce, including seafood and cheese. The Maritime Bar has a hot
buffet at lunchtime and serves bar snacks in the evening, as well as a
comprehensive selection of drinks. Club Maritime is exclusively for
hotel guests and members and has an indoor swimming pool, children's pool,
sauna, steam room, hydrojet tubs, and a gymnasium. |
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Best
Western Ambassador Hotel, Cork
With its red-brick, Victorian
façade, the Best Western Ambassador Hotel in Cork City, Ireland,
is centrally- located overlooking the harbor and city. The hotel is within
walking distance of the historic city center, along with Cork Opera House
and Cork City Gaol. Guests can kiss the famous Blarney Stone at Blarney
Castle, which lies 10 kilometers away. The hotel also sits one kilometer
from the train and bus stations and eight kilometers from Cork International
Airport. Guests may unwind by the fireplace in the cocktail lounge,
which contains its own library and features live piano music. Season's
Restaurant offers an international, a la carte menu for breakfast, lunch
and dinner, along with a snack menu. |
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Jurys
Cork Hotel, Cork
The Cork Hotel is a large,
modern property located on the banks of the picturesque River Lee, only
500 metres from Cork's famous English Market and 19 kilometres from Kinsale,
Ireland's culinary jewel. The hotel's Weir Bistro serves hearty Irish
breakfasts and creative à la carte European dishes in an informal
setting which overlooks the River Lee. Guests can work out in the fitness
centre, swim in the indoor pool or relax in the sauna, spa tub, or with
the range of health and beauty treatments. Lattes and freshly baked pastries
can be enjoyed in Il Barista coffee bar, and there is room service and
an extensive CD library. The trendy Weir Bar features an outdoor deck with
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Jurys
Inn Cork
Overlooking the River Lee,
the Jurys Inn Cork stands on Anderson's Quay in the center of Cork, Ireland.
Convenient transportation is within two kilometres, including the Cork
Bus Station and Kent Train Station. Cultural attractions include St. Fin
Barre's Cathedral and the Opera House, both located within one-and-one-half
kilometre of the hotel. Innfusion Restaurant and Inntro Bar
features regional specialties and a wine selection. Coffees and pastries
are provided at Il Barista Coffee Bar. A meeting room and high-speed Internet
access are available. Upscale shopping can be found at the nearby Grand
Parade/South Mall area. Grand Parade is the widest street in Cork, and
South Mall is considered the city's financial center. |
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Radisson
Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork
The modern Radisson SAS
Cork is a spa hotel sited within five kilometres of three golf courses
and ten kilometres from the bustling city centre. Wheelchair accessible
guestrooms available on request. Guests can work out on Precor exercise
equipment in the gymnasium and then relax in the ozone-purified hydrotherapy
pool. Professional beauty therapists are on hand to pamper guests with
a range of Elemis treatments and indulgent massages in the relaxation suite
(bookings recommended). In the evenings, a buffet and modern Irish a la
carte dishes are served, accompanied by an extensive wine list, in the
intimate Island Grillroom. After dinner, guests can retire to the lounge
bar exotic cocktails. Nearby attractions include the English food market,
five kilometres away, and the Old Midleton Distillery, which offers Jameson's
Irish Whiskey-tasting sessions, 13 kilometres away. |
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