Galway Community Circus appoints new executive director

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January 24, 2024

Galway Daily news grant for music groups

The longest-running and most successful country music series on Irish television is set to return to our screens in March for its milestone 20th season.

Glór Tíre will see eight emerging talents in Irish country music fight it out for the title of Glór Tíre Champion 2024, with each contestant mentored by some of the biggest names in Irish country, including Galway’s Claudia Buckley.

This year’s hopefuls are Shannan Carroll (Meath), Jenny Hanlon (Louth), Alistair Fingleton (Kildare), Effie Neill (Cork), Karl Kirkpatrick (Fermanagh), Gerard Gormley (Tyrone), Jason McCahill (Donegal), and Chelsea Evans (Donegal).

Glór Tíre season 20 will begin in March on TG4, but ahead of that, two concert shows are being recorded on Tuesday 30 January and Thursday 1 February in Studio Telegael An Tullach in Baile na hAbhann.

Glór Tíre is TG4’s longest-running country and Irish music series, produced by Galway production company, Gael Media. The show is widely regarded as the premier platform for new and emerging Country and Irish talent, and as essential to the lifeblood of the genre.

Season 20 will be presented by Aoife Ní Thuairisg, and the judges will be RTÉ Raidio na Gaeltachta’s Jó Ní Chéide and Caitriona Ní Shuilleabháin, along with guest judges, Eddie Rowley from the Sunday World and Trudi Lalor, singer and editor of RSVP Country.

The public is invited to attend and dance the night away with sets from Claudia Buckley, Michael English, Johnny Brady and Jim Devine, who are also mentoring this year’s contestants, who the public will also see perform on stage at the recordings.

Country fans who would like to attend the recordings on 30 January and 1 February should email glortiredancers@gmail.com to book their tickets. Doors for the performances open at 7.30pm, with the first recording at 8pm sharp.

Broadcast dates for the 20th season of Glór Tíre are 12, 19, and 26 March, 2, and 9, 16, and 23 April at 9.30pm on TG4.

Lack of progress on Tuam national school is ‘very disappointing’ says TD

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January 24, 2024

Planning approval given for new Athenry Gaelscoil campus

Local TD Seán Canney has called on the Government to expedite the delivery of the long awaited new national school for Tuam.

The three national schools in Tuam were joined together to form Trinity National School in September 2019.

But the delivery of a single national school for the town is still in its design stage, which Deputy Canney has described as “very disappointing”.

He said that the staff, pupils and parents deserve better and indeed the town of Tuam deserves a modern national school education campus to serve the needs of the national school children.

The Galway East TD said at the rate of progress to date, it could be another five years before we see any works commencing on site.

“These delays are also holding up the progression of the Educate Together National School being accommodated in a permanent location in the town which is also not acceptable,” the Independent TD said.

In a written response from the Minister for Education Norma Foley, she confirmed that she could not give a timeline for the delivery of the projects at this stage.

Deputy Canney called on the Minister to engage with her officials and ensure delivery is achieved without any further delay.

Storm Jocelyn: Water supply issues in Connemara as Orange warning comes into effect

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January 23, 2024

Galway Daily weather Weather warning for heavy winds to hit Galway this weekend

Severe and damaging gusts from Storm Jocelyn may pose a risk of exacerbating the damage caused already this weekend as an Orange Warning comes into effect.

Galway is under a Status Orange weather warning for Storm Jocelyn from 5pm on Tuesday.

Though the majority of homes have had their electricity restored after power outages caused by Storm Isha, water supply problems persist in multiple areas.

Uisce Eireann has reported multiple areas in Connemara where people are without water due to power outages or other issues.

The Status Orange Wind Warning for Galway and Mayo will bring very strong southwest to west winds with severe and damaging gusts until the end of today.

This creates risks from strong coastal waves, fallen trees, and extremely dangerous travelling conditions.

The severe winds also pose a risk to structures which were already damaged by Storm Isha such as telephone and power lines and poles.

When this Orange warning expires at midnight tonight, a yellow weather warning for heavy winds in Clare, Kerry, Galway, and Mayo will remain in effect until 2am Wednesday.

Multiple areas, mainly concentrated in the Connemara area, are also experiencing water outages or supply disruptions due to the ongoing power outages.

People living in and around Corn na Mona, Duros, and Leenaun are experiencing water disruptions due to power outages.

Moycullen and surrounding areas may experience water outages due to a pump station interruption, with repairs expected to be completed by Wednesday afternoon.

Repairs to a burst water main in Clifden are also now expected to be completed by 2pm on Wednesday, January 24.

An alternative water supply will be available at Clifden Water Treatment Works, Clifden Mart Carpark, Station House Hotel Carpark, The Court House, The Hospital and Saint Annes Nursing Home.

Galway County Council has also closed all public libraries this afternoon due to the weather.

Galway City Council has taken steps such as closing roads and car parks in coastal areas, and making sandbags available for at-risk properties.

Work towards ending five month old Boil Water Notice commencing

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January 23, 2024

Galway Daily news Water network improvements for Inverin as old mains being replaced

Work on replacing water mains responsible for a Boil Water Notice in place for the past five and half months in Tuam is due to commence shortly.

Some traffic disruption on the N83 is expected as a result of the works, which are expected to be finished in April.

Irish Water is replacing 861m of cast iron water mains with new pipework in the Tuam area, with work to take place along Milltown Road.

These old pipes have led to a Boil Water Notice for 46 properties in the Kilcloghans area of Tuam which has been in place since early August 2023.

Uisce Éireann’s Enda Mac Namara explained that as sections of the existing cast iron network are replaced, Uisce Éireann and Galway County Council will be in a position to consult with the HSE with a view to lifting the notice.

“Crews will commence works in the coming days to replace approximately 861m of old cast iron water mains along Milltown Road, which is a critical step in safeguarding the water supply to homes and businesses in Tuam ensuring a safer, more sustainable water supply.”

“We acknowledge the inconvenience that customers on this supply are experiencing in Kilcloghans and would like to reassure them that we are working as quickly and as efficiently as possible to complete this vital programme of works.”

The works will take place along the R942 Milltown Road and N83, with traffic diversions needed on the N83.

Farrans Construction, in partnership with Galway County Council, is delivering the project on behalf of Uisce Éireann with completion expected in April.

In the meantime, all customers of this supply are advised to boil water before use until further notice.

Water must be boiled for drinking, drinks made with water, preparation of food not cooked prior to eating, infant formula, brushing teeth, or making ice.

However, the water supply is still suitable for hygiene purposes, such as showering and hand-washing.

Extreme overcrowding at University Hospital Galway today

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January 23, 2024

Galway Daily news 67 people on trolleys at UHG

University Hospital Galway is extremely overcrowded today, with 73 patients on trolleys and long waiting times at the ED.

The hospital has warned that people who attend the ED for routine and non-urgent treatment will experience very long waiting times.

This week has seen very high attendances at the Emergency Department, yesterday 235 patients attended the ED and over 100 patients have presented to the ED so far today.

Many of these patients are acutely unwell and have complex needs requiring admission and this is putting pressure on bed availability.

This morning there were 56 patients on trolleys on the emergency department, and another 17 people are without a bed in the wards.

This has led to significant delays for a bed to become available for people attending the emergency department.

Chris Kane, Hospital Manager in GUH said, “The hospital is under significant pressure at the moment with all available beds in use.”

“We apologise to any patient who is waiting a long time to be treated and we are doing everything we can to optimise the flow of patients through the hospital.”

In addition to these pressures the hospital is treating over 30 patients with respiratory illnesses including flu, COVID-19 and RSV, with one ward managing an outbreak of COVID-19.

Visiting is limited in wards affected by outbreaks and visitors to all other areas of the hospital should be mindful of public health advice.

All visitors to the hospital will be required to use hand gel regularly, face masks are available for use throughout the hospital.

Chris Kane said, “We continue to request that people only attend the Emergency Department at the hospital if it is an emergency situation.”

“We ask that people attend their GP or out of hours service in the first instance if at all possible,” he added.

“The Roscommon Injury Unit is also open from 8am to 8pm to treat a range of injuries in both adults and children over five years of age.”

The hospital acknowledged that long waiting times are difficult for patients and their families, and apologised for the distress this may cause.

Storm Jocelyn: Galway City Council issues update

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January 23, 2024

galway daily news weather waning galway for storm jocelyn

Galway City Council has issued an update on road and car park closures and other measures being taken ahead of Storm Jocelyn.

A Status Orange weather warning will be in effect for Galway from 5pm today, updated from the Status Yellow alert currently in place.

Salthill Promenade has been closed from the roundabout at Seapoint up as far as Galway Business School until further notice.

In addition, the Toft, Salthill, and Silverstrand car parks have been closed, and Ballyloughane Beach Road is restricted to local access.

Sandbags will be available for property owners at risk of flooding from 1:30pm at:

• Tourist Kiosk Salthill

• Claddagh Hall

• Fire Station Fr Burke Road

• Spanish Arch

• Docks beside the Pedestrian Crossing (St Nicholas Street)

The Civic Amenity Centre at Liosban is closed due to the weather.

The city council is requesting all members of the public to stay away from coastal areas for the duration of the Met Éireann warnings.

Road users should also be aware of hazardous driving conditions such as fallen trees, power lines, and debris.

Over 1,000 Galway homes without electricity as Storm Jocelyn approaches

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January 23, 2024

galway daily news Over 1,000 Galway homes without electricity as Storm Jocelyn approaches

More than 1,000 homes in Galway are still without electricity this afternoon as Storm Jocelyn approaches on Tuesday.

The ESB is still working hard to repair power outages affecting 1,226 properties across the county in the aftermath of Storm Isha over the weekend.

The continuing bad weather has hampered that work and it is likely to be further affected by the incoming storm.

The worst affected areas are clustered around Glenamaddy, where 410 homes are without electricity, another 264 around Headford, 183 in Cong, and 170 in the Tuam area.

Galway is already under a yellow wind warning today, with another Status Orange weather warning from Met Eireann coming into effect at 5pm today.

Strong southwest-to-west winds with severe and damaging gusts are forecast during Storm Jocelyn, just two days after Storm Isha left thousands without power in Galway.

The orange warning in Galway will remain in place throughout this evening until midnight.

Met Éireann has warned of large coastal waves with wave overtopping, very difficult travelling conditions, fallen trees, damage to power lines and damage to already weakened structures.

University of Galway SU launches Wasted Week 2024

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January 23, 2024

galway daily news wasted week launch at university of galway — Dean Kenny and Molly Hickey (University of Galway Students’ Union)

University of Galway Students’ Union has launched its upcoming ‘Wasted Week’ which will run 29 January to 2 February.

The week will look at environmental issues such as food waste, recycling, litter and fast fashion.

The Union is collaborating with a number of groups from the University of Galway to highlight these issues throughout the week.

There will be an upcycling clothes workshop with Bród Society where students can learn how to give their clothes a new lease of life.

A waste free pot luck will see students bringing in their leftovers to cook a zero food waste feast. On Friday, students will be doing a beach clean up to make Galway a cleaner, greener place.

Students’ Union President Dean Kenny said that they are delighted to be hosting their second Wasted Week to encourage our students to become more sustainable and environmentally conscious.

“Many of our students are turning away from fast fashion so it’s great to be able to show then new ways to upcycle old clothing,” he said.

Students’ Union Environmental and Sustainability Officer Molly Hickey added: “It’s fantastic to have the support of our student societies for Wasted week. University of Galway students are very climate conscious and want to play their part in making Galway and the world a better place for us all.”

Storm Jocelyn: Yellow warning now in place with Orange warning to begin at 5pm

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January 23, 2024

A status yellow warning is now in effect in Galway, Mayo, Clare and Kerry as Storm Jocelyn arrives in Ireland later today.

Met Éireann’s orange warning will begin at 5pm in Galway and Mayo, while a status orange wind warning has also been issued for Donegal for 6pm.

Strong southwest to west winds with severe and damaging gusts are forecast during Storm Jocelyn, just two days after Storm Isha left thousands without power in Galway.

The orange warning in Galway will remain in place throughout this evening until midnight.

Met Éireann has warned of large coastal waves with wave overtopping, very difficult travelling conditions, fallen trees, damage to power lines and damage to already weakened structures.

The unsettled weather is set to last for the rest of this week.

FORUM Connemara announces free training for environmental management skills

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January 23, 2024

galway daily news dulra project connemara

FORUM Connemara CLG has announced a unique opportunity for locals in the area to receive free training in various environmental management skills.

These skills, such as fencing, chainsaw use, and pesticide and herbicide use, are key skills for those, specialising in the control of invasive species and environmental restoration.

The Dúlra Project, focuses on environmental management initiatives and community engagement, creating a positive impact on the local ecosystem.

The Dúlra project is run by FORUM Connemara and funded by the National Parks and Wildlife (NPWS) with support from the Wild Atlantic Nature LIFE IP, an EU-funded LIFE Integrated Project.

FORUM thanked Údarás na Gaeltachta who are also provided funding to enable the funding to be offered to more people across Connemara.

The training is scheduled for February and is provided free of charge to successful applicants. Sessions will take place in Rossaveel, Inverin, Recess, Moyard, and Maam.

Prospective training candidates are invited to submit their interest on a form (available in both English and Irish) that can be downloaded from forumconnemara.ie/dulra. The form can also be filled out online on the website.

Completed forms can be sent to:
Roisin Gannon, Dúlra Project, FORUM Connemara, Ellis Hall, Letterfrack, H91 CD45. Alternatively, applications can be emailed to r.gannon@forumconnemara.ie.

The Closing Date for Applications to participate in the training program is 31st January at 12pm.

Due to a limited number of available training places, not all applicants may be selected to participate in the program. All applicants will be contacted if they were successful in their submission.

Storm Jocelyn: Orange Warning for Galway ahead of another storm on Tuesday

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January 22, 2024

Galway Daily news Storm Bram road closures

Storm Jocelyn will batter the west coast on Tuesday evening, bringing very strong southwest to west winds with severe and damaging gusts.

A status orange warning has been issued for Galway, Mayo and Donegal ahead of the storm, which will arrive less than 48 hours after Storm Isha caused significant damage and disruptions across the West on Sunday night.

The potential impacts of Storm Jocelyn include large coastal waves with wave overtopping, very difficult travelling conditions, fallen trees, damage to power lines, and damage to already weakened structures.

The weather warning will come into effect at 6pm on Tuesday, remaining in place until midnight in Galway and Mayo, and until 2am on Wednesday in Donegal.

The rest of the country will be under a status yellow warning until the storm subsides.

City returns to normality after damage caused by Storm Isha

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January 22, 2024

Galway News - Incredible images of Storm Ali damage in Galway

The Galway City local coordination group met this morning to review the local impacts of Storm Isha.

The group, which includes the council, HSE, the Gardaí, Civil Defence, Port of Galway, and the Fire Services, issued an update after the storm caused significant disruption on Sunday night.

Galway City Council said that while there was some overtopping at the prom in Salthill, there were no reports of flooding overnight, and no major flooding yesterday.

Crews were out at 5am on Monday clearing debris, after tees came down in many locations including Seamus Quirke Road, Rockbarton Road, Bothar na dTreabh, and Gentian Hill.

All roads have now reopened. Rockbarton Road remained closed when the update was issued where City Council crews worked alongside the ESB.

Car parks at Toft Park, Salthill, Sliverstrand, and Ballyloughane are now open and a lamppost which came down at the Salmon Weir bridge has now been made safe.

There were some power outages in Salthill and Henry Street, which the ESB are addressing.

Another wind warning, this time status orange, has been issued for Galway ahead of Storm Jocelyn on Tuesday night.

Using drones to deliver defibrillators could save lives says local senator

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January 22, 2024

Galway Daily news City Councillor calls for drones to combat illegal dumping

The use of drones to deliver defibrillators in cardiac emergencies could save lives, a local senator has said.

Senator Seán Kyne, who is a member of the Oireachtas Health Committee, was speaking following the results of a project in Sweden which showed quicker response times by drones than ambulances.

The Fine Gael senator said that the men and women of our ambulance service save lives every day across Ireland.

But he said that our geography means homes and communities are spread out across the country, which can make responding to emergencies more challenging.

“Automated external defibrillators (AED) are proven to increase chances of survival in cases of cardiac arrest by allowing bystanders to intervene and deliver treatment before paramedics arrive on the scene,” said Senator Kyne.

“Although AEDs have already been deployed in many public spaces around the country, according to the National Ambulance Service, the majority of all out-of-hospital cardiac arrests in Ireland happen within the home (69%) – often a considerable distance from the nearest AED point.

“A recent project undertaken in Sweden provides a viable solution to that problem – using drones to deliver defibrillators to homes while patients wait for paramedics to arrive.”

Senator Kyne spoke about emergency services in Gothenburg, Sweden, who worked with a drone operator and university researchers to dispatch defibrillators to 72 out of 211 cases of suspected cardiac arrests over the course of an 11-month period.

“The drones arrived on average in just over 3 minutes, outplacing ambulances in two out of every three emergencies,” he explained.

“In cases of heart attack or cardiac arrest, every second counts. Currently, the national ambulance service aims to arrive in less than 19 minutes in at least 80 per cent of life-threatening incidents.

“While we must always ensure our emergency services and paramedics are properly resourced with enough vehicles and bases across the country and backed up by air ambulances, drone delivery of defibrillators should be explored as a further additional measure.

“This innovative use of technology could buy crucial time while emergency services are en route. By working together, as in the trial project in Sweden, we could save lives.”

Tributes paid on passing of former TD Tom Hussey

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January 22, 2024

Galway Daily news Tributes paid to the late Tom Hussey

Tánaister Micheál Martin has led tributes to the late Tom Hussey, former Senator, TD, and Minister from Galway.

Tom Hussey, from Patch, Glenamaddy, passed away at University Hospital Galway over the weekend.

He was first elected to Dáil Éireann in 1969 in the then Galway North-East (later Galway East) constituency and continued to represent the Galway East constituency until 1981.

He subsequently served as Senator between 1981 and 1992. He served as a councillor between 1963 and 1999, and as Cathaoirleach of the Council and Chairperson of the Health Board on several occasions.

Tom was appointed Minister of State in the Department of Agriculture between 1977 and 1980 and subsequently in the Department of Health until 1981.

Commenting on his passing, Tánaiste and Uachtarán Fhianna Fáil Micheál Martin said that he was deeply saddened by the news, and expressed his sympathies on behalf of himself and Fianna Fáil.

“Tom was a man of great integrity, a man with a great sense of place and was a truly outstanding public representative, who served the people of his constituency with great care, diligence and attentiveness.”

“He loved people and loved working for them. A warm-hearted and affable man, Tom was in public life for all the right reasons and was tireless in working to improve the lives of those he represented.”

“He was a native of Patch, Glenamaddy, a place which meant so much to him and about which he regularly spoke with great love and affection.”

“Tom worked tirelessly for his constituents and constituency, loved his work and left an indelible mark.”

“As Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Tom sought to work for and improve the lives of farmers and their families across the country. For Tom, this was a labour of love. He was passionate about agriculture and understood it intimately.”

“Today, more than anything else, I remember my friend Tom. He loved his community, his country and his Party. He regularly gave me advice and insights which I greatly valued.”

“I remember his wife of 57 years, Bridie, and his family – all of whom he was so proud.”

Tom Hussey will repose in Divilly’s Funeral Home in Glenamaddy from 5pm to 8pm on Tuesday, 23rd of January.

Requiem Mass at 1pm on Wednesday at St Patrick’s Church, Glenamaddy, with burial afterwards in Boyounagh Cemetery.

House private, please. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, can be made to Croí.

Gardaí issue appeal for missing Mayo man

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January 22, 2024

Gardaí have issued a missing person appeal for 38-year-old Oliver Gaughan who is missing from his home in the Gessala area of Ballina, Co. Mayo.

Oliver has been missing since Saturday, 20 January. He is described as being around 5’6″ in height with a medium build, black hair and brown eyes.

Gardaí are concerned for Oliver’s safety.

Anyone with any information on Oliver’s whereabouts are asked to contact Belmullet Garda station on 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Power outages disrupting water supply to multiple towns in Galway

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January 22, 2024

Galway Daily news Moycullen water outage

Power outages across Galway are disrupting the water supply to multiple towns today following damage from Storm Isha.

Uisce Eireann has confirmed that people living in Tuam, Castlegar, Kilbannon, Claregalway, Oranmore and surrounding areas may experience water supply disruptions today.

This comes after Storm Isha swept across Galway on Sunday evening, causing extensive damage in its short-lived fury.

Thousands of homes and businesses remain without electricity this morning as the ESB is dealing with dozens of outages across the county.

It is currently expected that all power supplies will be restored by Monday evening, with repair crews at work.

Uisce Eireann advises that it may take 2 – 3 hours after power is restored before affected homes see their full water supply return.

Updates can be found on Uisce Eireann’s supply and service website page.

Galway remains under a Yellow weather warning for potentially dangerous winds today, which will create difficult travelling conditions.

On top of power outages there are reports of downed trees across the county, with motorists advised to exercise caution.

Weather warnings remain in force for Galway today

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January 22, 2024

Galway Daily weather Rough weekend forecast as weather warning issued by Met Eireann

Galway remains under a yellow weather warning today in the aftermath of Storm Isha, with warnings to stay in force until Wednesday morning.

The status yellow wind warning will be in effect for Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo, Clare, and Donegal until 7pm on Monday.

Though the worst has passed overnight, Met Eireann is still warning of potential large coastal waves overtopping, loose debris, and difficult travelling conditions today.

There will be a small reprieve overnight, but another weather warning has already been issued by Met Eireann for Tuesday.

The yellow wind warning for Clare, Kerry, Galway, and Mayo will be in effect from 12pm on Tuesday until 2am on Wednesday. Separate wind warnings will cover all of the country on Tuesday.

During the worst period of the Status Red warning for Storm Isha on Sunday evening, Mace Head recorded sustained winds of 98km/h, and gusts reaching up to 138km/h.

Thousands of homes and businesses across Galway remain without electricity this morning as the ESB makes repairs to dozens of faults following the storm.

Finding poker in Galway

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January 22, 2024

Playing poker is one of the most popular ways to spend your free time. Poker has been around for centuries and the love for the game has never wavered.

There are all kinds of new and exciting ways to play poker online, but sometimes the old school way is the best. Playing at an old school casino means you get to play alongside real people and have the benefit of a real dealer.

Playing poker online means that you have the ease of being able to play whenever you want. But if you’re travelling to a new place, you might want to see what the casino atmosphere is like.

The poker rules might be the same in Galway but the vibes are on another level. Galway has always been a place that people have wanted to visit in Ireland. You have everything you could want from a city break.

There are the beautiful sights of the Irish coastline that you can walk along. It’s a place full of rich history and ruins that you can explore. The culture is something that everyone should experience.

Galway is host to a number of amazing eateries and pubs – a lot of which have Irish folk music nights that you can go to.

But if you’re a poker fan and are looking for a place to game while you’re away, we’ve got the perfect list of places for you.

Best places to play poker in Galway

Caesars Palace

Named after the world-famous casino in Las Vegas, Caesars Palace in Galway is as close to the real deal as you’ll get in Ireland. This is one of the best casinos in Galway and has its own rave reviews.

There are all kinds of refreshments to keep you well-watered whilst you play a game of poker. There are all kinds of games to be found at Caesars, but the poker tables are some of the best you can find.

There’s even a loyalty club you can sign up to so you can get some great benefits if you’re planning on making it your regular haunt. The staff are friendly, and the games are some of the best around – there’s no better place in Galway to game.

Claude’s Casino

One of the favourite casinos in Galway for locals and tourists alike is Claude’s Casino. This casino is based right on the waterfront so it’s definitely the best place for views. You can see right out onto the coastline – the perfect spot to watch the sunset if you’re there in time.

In terms of games, it’s one of the best places in Galway to play poker. It might be one of the smaller casinos in Galway, but it makes up for its size with the wonderful staff and great gaming options.

There’s free tea and coffee to keep you refreshed – with a bar on site as well if you fancy something a little stronger. It’s a must visit for poker lovers if you’re going to Galway.

Eglinton Casino

Eglinton Casino is one of the highest rated casinos in Galway. It’s a favourite with everyone in the city as well as people who come to visit.

There’s an array of poker tournaments that you can enter as well as the daily games. If you think you’ve got the skills to win, you might as well see how you fare in the tournaments on offer.

Eglinton Casino is well known for its friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere. Irish hospitality is some of the best in the world and this casino is no exception. You’re guaranteed a good night full of laughs and some great games.

It’s right in the city centre so you don’t have to venture far out to get a game. There are some great pubs and restaurants nearby to fill your stomach before you start playing poker.

4 Aces Casino

4 Aces Casino is one of the best places in Galway to play poker. There is a special offer on Mondays where you can play Texas Hold’em with a chance to win the €1000 cash prize.

Anyone over the age of 18 can get a complimentary membership when they play at 4 Aces. Having a private membership to 4 Aces is ideal if you’re going to make this place your regular.

There is a great atmosphere at 4 Aces as it appeals to locals and tourists alike. There’s always a friendly face in Galway and this casino is no exception.

The tables have some of the highest limits in Galway and have an array of top-notch dealers running the tables. This is the casino to go to if you want a bit more for your money.

Now you’ve got the list of the best places to play poker in Galway, the only thing left to do is choose your first stop.

Storm Isha: Over 6,000 properties without power in Galway this morning

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January 22, 2024