Monday, 21 May 2012

Summer brings Outdoor Adventure & Birthday Celebrations!


May & June sees  plenty of outdoor adventure all around Connemara and a great range of activities planned for Clifden's 200th birthday celebrations. So if you are on your bike for the Tour de  Connemara ,  a bit of a rough diamond or running towards the Sky10k  here are some offers to help you to enjoy your Connemara adventure even more! Welcome to all those who are celebrating Clifden's 200th birthday also.  Please mention the Retail Group Blog before availing of the offers in this blog. Check out http://www.visitconnemara.com/ or www.facebook.com/clifden.shopping.dining.entertainment  for more infomation about Clifden & Connemara including offers & events taking place in 2012.

At Renvyle House Hotel  recently awarded Best Customer Service in Connacht by the Restaurant Association of Ireland enjoy this offer on the June Bank Hol W/End = 1 Night DBB €129 per person to include DBB + Comp Tea/Scones on arrival and Comp Kir before Dinner. To book plesase contact  Sabina quoting  this blog. Tel. + 353 (0)95 43511 or email sabina@renvyle.com
Visit their facebook page for more photos offers etc.



Clifden 200th Birthday Special 
3 nights B&B for 2 people €200.00 
Valid from May 2012 & to 31st of October 2012
3 nights B&B with Choice of Breakfast each morning from our extensive Breakfast Menu
Welcome Tea/Coffee & Cake
Complimentary admission to our  History & Heritage Centre for guests of the B&B.





                                 

                                       Kingstown House in Clifden is close to all the action.
                                         June Bank Holiday special valid from 1-10 June:
                                  Double or Twin Room 2-nights B&B Special for €125 or 3 nights for €180.   Family Room (1 double-bed and 2-single beds,) 2-nights B&B Special for €200 or 3 nights for €250.Tel 095 21470
 






All the Two's Guesthouse  Tel 095 22222
Stay 2 nights 75 euro per person sharing including  a full breakfast menu. (Excluding bank holidays)  Our brand new purpose built family run guesthouse is built to hotel standards. For our guests' relaxation and comfort we have Satellite TV with flat screen LCD in the rooms, broadband internet access along with hospitality tray in all rooms. We have ground floor rooms available, rooms on the upper floor can also be accessed by lift. We have all the other standard facilities a guest can expect such as hairdryer, direct dial telephone in all rooms. The ensuite bathrooms are spacious, most with bath and separate shower. Complimentary toiletries and power showers are in every bathroom.


  Gannon's B&B over looking Clifden Square offers the following May & June Rates: 
Contact Gerry Re Booking & Availability  on 086-8549355
Double Private Bathroom €65
Twin Ensuite €75
Double Ensuite €75
Family Room Sleeps
2Adults & 2Children €95





At NĂ­ Raignhe Opticians in Clifden great May offer for sunglasses!
FREE PRESCRIPTION SUNNGLASSES WORTH €99 EURO
When you spend over €150 on complete specs







While you are in Clifden sample a wonderful range of homemade foods at Walsh's Bakery & Coffee Shop . Relax and enjoy our breakfast menu which are specially cooked to order,  tasty treats at lunchtime which can be taken from our new acclaimed menu or sweet treats to tempt you!

Breakfast with a View!
SPECIAL EVENT OFFER – TOASTED SANDWICH & FRIES  €7.00!!!!

Keep an eye on our facebook page for more special offers and photos of tasty treats to tempt you!
Something for your friends at home?  We have an extensive range of homemade artisan breads & delicious cake pastries and tempting offers
Call in to  Market Street, Clifden   Open 8.30 – 6 pm MON-SAT  9-6 SUNDAY

Tel 095 – 21283/21937






Some great offers in Supervalu especially the hotfood counter. Perfect food for those on the go who don't want to miss any of the outdoor celebrations. Check out their facebook page  Supervalu Clifden for more great offers and to learn more about their fundraising challenge to raise funds for Cancer Care West.


                                                                                                                                                              Get into the right Gear at Gannon Sports  -whether you are taking part in one of the adventure challenges or just  are tempted to get involved in the next one
-check out these special offers in store!

Dare2Be Running and Cycling Gear-Half Price
Regatta Mens/Womens/Childrens Ranges-30% Discount
Quiksilver Mens Apparel-30% Discount
Quiksilver Flipflops-Half Price




From T-shirts to hats for rainy days, surfing days, taking it easy days, pony days. mountain rescuing days .....
Conn has something for everyone.
For adults & kids. Pop into The Outdoor Shop/Faoin Tuath or buy online 
Follow Conn O' Mara's unique take on life on facebook






For a fashion fix for ladies & gents check out Hehirs of Clifden.  Hehirs is a family run, eclectic store, with unusual and unique ladies & gents fashion, footwear and outdoor clothing. Check their facebook page to keep up to date with the latest offers & styles instore.










Summer Sparklers O'Dalaigh Jewellers
 are offering to polish and clean 1 item of jewellery free of charge (average jewellery shop price €30+) with every purchase made in store for May and June only. It is a jewellery that everybody should try and see on their visit to Connemara. Here is a review from the New York Times travel section online which says it all!
"This family run jewellery shop has hand made one of a kind pieces with a sophisticated Celtic theme along with affordable silver pieces. There is some gorgeous gold jewellery and some truly unique wedding and engagement rings"




 
 Connemara Golf Course  Come and play our magnificent championship true links course  Greenfees for €35pp on Sat, Sun & Monday of the June Bank Holiday weekend. Call proshop on 095 23502 for details and bookings


25% off entry to the Heritage Centre -learn about Connemara's colourful past. Audio visual, history & artefacts room.. Reconstruction of a crannog, ringfort & clochaun. Restored prefamine cottage of Dan O' Hara.Offer 1st May -30th June
1st of June Free Guided Tour
at 2.30pm & 4.30pm as part of the Clifden 200 celebrations.
Must be prebooked -Tel 095 21246 or email danohara@eircom.net



Monday, 9 April 2012

Offers to bring Music to your ears -Ceol Craic in Clifden


Clifden Retail Group & Connemara Chamber of Commerce offer a CĂ©ad MĂ­le FĂ¡ilte to all the perfomers and their fans taking part in this year's Tradfest. Hopefully the offers listed will be music to your ears!Check out the facebook or websites of the businesses listed for more info. Please remember to quote 'Fleadh offers' when enquirng or before purchasing.


 
2-Night B&B stay for a total price of €120
3-Night B&B stay for a total price of €170

Check out our facebook page for more details & special offers
 
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All the Two's Guest House
 Up to 2 children under 12 stay FREE when sharing with 2 adults.
 or If staying 3 nights you only pay 10 euros pps for the 3rd night including an extensive breakfast menu on each morning.

These offers are subject to availability and must be requested at time of booking -please quote tradfest




B&B from 50.00 Euros per person per night at Dolphin Beach House   For more specials see facebook & quote 'tradfest' when booking.




Dan O Hara Farmhouse B&B
Tel 095 21246 or email info@connemaraheritage.com
 4* B&B - Comfortable Beds, Power Showers, Free Wifi.
Complimentary admission for guests to adjoining heritage centre.
Quote 'Tradfest offer' when booking
 1 night B&B €38 per person sharing 2 nights B&B €70 per person sharing  3 nights B&B  for €100 per person sharing.
This offer will also be valid for the Galway County Fleadh!



Ensure your voice is ready for any performance at An Bean Feasa

Throat Elixir (Alpencraft) 10% off - A tasty syrup specifically to protect
and soothe irritated and over used throats. It is particularly recommended
for singers and public performers.
Throat Spray 10% Off - Herbal throat spray which relieves dryness after
public performance and protects against sore throats and viruses. A must
for anyone with performance coming up who do not want to be sick.
Anyone who is taking part in the festival can also call in for 10% off any
food products in the shop with proof of participation. For above offers and more info check out facebook

Gannon Sports

20% off our new spring/summer regatta outdoor range. Mention tradfest to avail of the offer. 
Some perfect tops to ensure you are cosy while bopping along to the Darty Ceili band on the Square! 






Some great offers in Supervalu especially the hotfood counter. Perfect food for those on the go who don't want to miss any of the outdoor or indoor sessions. Check out Supervalu Clifden for more great offers!






Walsh's Bakery
Serving freshly baked artisan breads every day we also have a wide selection of pastries & gateaux to go with our wonderful coffees.  Breakfasts cooked to order, selection of sandwiches, wraps & panini to eat in or take out, choice of salads & baked potatoes. Hot & cold meals also served.   Come in and avail of our special offers or  check us out on facebook




 O' Dalaigh Jewellers are offering  free ring cleaning for anyone who mentions the words  fleadh instore. (worth €30.00) A collection of Jewellery styles from Contemporary, Celtic, Vintage, Organic and much more. They source natural stones from all over the world to bring you an amazing variety of shapes and colours, from Druzy quartz, Spectrolite, Topaz, Peridot, Opal, Saphire, Diamonds and of Course our famous Connemara Marble Collection and lots more.




20% off our 18" de luxe bodhran for Clifden Tradfest
RoundstoneMusic Craft & Fashion Shop lies within the walls of an old Franciscan Monastery in the quaint fishing village of Roundstone in the heart of Connemara.  It is a fine Craftsman’s Craft shop, Music, fashion and coffee shop.Here you can see Ireland’s oldest craft – Bodhran making.  The Bodhran (bow-rawn) or Irish Drum is Ireland’s oldest musical instrument and this ancient craft is carried on  at Roundstone Music. For more info check out our website 

                                                  


Dan O'Hara Homestead -H
25% off entry to the Heritage Centre -learn about Connemara's colourful past. Audio visual, history & artefacts room.. Reconstruction of a crannog, ringfort & clochaun. Restored prefamine cottage of Dan O' Hara.




Running towards the Sky!
Return!

We hope that you will enjoy your stay in Connemara and that you will return again this year to join in the Flead in May or Clifden's 200th birthday celebrations or take why not take part in a performance of a different kind ..test yourself one of the many 10k races, walking festivals or outdoor challenges taking place including the Sky Road Challenge in June. For the non runners/supporters  there are music & arts festivals and other events through the year.  Check our events calendar  for event information and all you need to plan your return visit.  Follow us on twitter @connemaraoffers or find us on facebook. to keep up to date with what's happening!





Sunday, 11 March 2012

Connemarathon -10 tips to make the most of the Weekend!

Come for the race -stay for the weekend

Clifden Retail Group & Connemara Chamber of Commerce welcomes all Connemarathon participants & their supporters. Wishing you success in your quest to conquer the 'Hell of the West' . We hope that these  Connemarathon Weekend  exclusive special offers for registered runners and fans will ease the pain!
To avail of these offers please quote 'Chamber Connemarathon ' when availing of these offers.

Ready Steady

Prepare for the ‘Hell of the West’ at  Gannon Sports
The Square Clifden  with great 'Connemarathon Specials'
Nike Running Apparel & Running Footwear 20% OFF
Asics Running Footwear15% OFF
Kinetica Package €5 Contains Energy Gel, Energy Bar, Recovery Drink and Shaker
Dara2be Running Apparel - Special Promo Prices for Race Weekend 

Run!
Well that was the point of all the training and no doubt you're are sorted in that regards.  
Here's a list of inspirational songs...to get you into the rhythmn! Or enjoy Declan O' Rourke in concert at Clifden Stationhouse Theatre  on Friday 30th. Tickets €20.00




Rehydrate!
 Important to keep yourself hydrated! Check out the Supervalu Clifden
facebook page or instore for great offers! 






At Topaz Service Station  stock up with a 
sandwich or roll and bottle of water or mineral for €3.50




Rest!

Quay House
Connemara Marathon weekend – 30, 31 March & 1, 2 April
offering a special of  €110.00 per room per night
(€55.00 euro per person sharing), inclusive of full breakfast & VAT.
Please quote ‘Marathon’ when booking.





Dan O' Hara Farmhouse B&B

Tel 095 21246 or email info@connemaraheritage.com
 4* B&B - Comfortable Beds, Power Showers, Free Wifi.
 Early Breakfasts & Late Checkout for Marathon Participants.
Quote 'Connemara Marathon Chamber offer' when booking
 1 night B&B €38 per person sharing 2 nights B&B €70 per person sharing  Offer valid 30th to 2nd of April 2012





Connemara Coastal Cottages is Connemara’s largest self-catering agency.
They offer 100 hand-picked self-catering cottages. Visit their website for full details of each cottage, their prices, availability and images.
2 Nights= €250 (2/3 Bedroom cottages)
2 Nights = €350 (4/5 Bedroom cottages)
Note: The first 10 bookings gets €15 Off if they quote this code ‘conma12’ at time of booking  Email: info@cccottages.ie   Phone: +353 95 41844




                                                                  Refuel!

Alcock & Brown Hotel


Free bottle of wine per every 2 persons with your 3 course Dinner at Brown’s Gallery Restaurant at the Alcock and Brown Hotel, The Square, Clifden. Book early to avoid disappointment – 095-21880.



Derryclare
Derryclare Restaurant
''Pasta headquarters at the Derryclare restaurant, The Square, Clifden. Fuel up with our special connemarathon menu, all pasta dishes €15.00 Reservations strongly recommended."
Tel 095 21440





Mannions Bar

Mannion's Bar
10% discount on all food for any registered marathon runners for the weekend of the Connemarathon 2012. Mannions Bar specialises in Local Seafood, Tasty Salads and Sandwiches, 100% Irish Steaks & Homemade Burgers. Food served from 10:30am until 9pm. Specially prepared "Marathon Runners Meal & great value Children's Meals. Early Live Traditional Music Session in the Bar from 8pm so you have plenty of time to get a good nights sleep before the big run.

On April 1st Clifden's best 'Sunday Roast Dinners' for only €9.95 from 12:30pm for any of your supporters waiting for your return to town,
Kitchen open until 8pm for the hungry runners.
Live Music in the Bar Sunday Night from 9pm


On Saturday, a delicious Pasta Menu will be served in the Station House Restaurant, with a selection of Salads, Pasta dishes (vegetarian option available) and Desserts from €15.00 per person.  Non-residents are very welcome - please call us and reserve your tickets now! 095 21699


Recover!
 
Hot Stone Massage at Abbeyglen



A full body hot stone deep tissue massage perfect for aching muscles
Marathon Special Offer €70.00 for one hour
Pre booking essential -Call Michelle 095 21306







Reward yourself with Retail Therapy!
Spring style at Hehir's


Hehirs is a family run, eclectic store, with unusual and unique ladies & gents fashion, footwear and outdoor clothing
10% off when you spend EUR50.00 or more 
20% off when you spend EUR100.00 or more
Please mention 'Connemarathon Clifden' Special Offers




 O' Dalaighs


20% off at O'Dalaigh Jewellers for 'Connemarathon Weekend'
A collection of Jewellery styles from Contemporary, Celtic, Vintage, Organic and much more. They source natural stones from all over the world to bring you an amazing variety of shapes and colours, from Druzy quartz, Spectrolite, Topaz, Peridot, Opal, Saphire, Diamonds and of Course our famous Connemara Marble Collection and lots more.  If you are inspired like one of last year's participants to propose along the way custom wedding and engagement rings are a speciality! Quote 'Connemarathon' to avail of this discount!




 FaoinTuath is the home of Conn O Mara.  Conn O'Mara is a friendly chap who enjoys life & lots of adventure in Connemara. To celebrate your adventure in the Connemarathon pick up a Conn O’Mara Tee Shirt for €10 and one of Conn O’Mara’s infamously delicious Home made Energy Bars. Offer available in store from 31st march to 1st april for Connemarathon participants.

  
Relax!
Connemara Golf Course
Telephone: 095 23502 or email info@connemaragolflinks.net
Come and play our magnificent championship true links course
Special Greenfee Offer for Connemarathon 2012
€30pp from Sun 1st to 5th of April.
Quote Connemarathon Deal when booking
                                                        
                                                          Kylemore Abbey
Kylemore Abbey
20% off entry tickets to Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Quote "Connemarathon" at the visitor centre desk before purchasing your ticket to avail of this offer!
Special offer will be available from 30th March to 2nd April.
Offer cannot be used with any other offer.


Dan O'Hara Homestead -Heritage Centre
25% off entry to the Heritage Centre -learn about Connemara's colourful past. Audio visual, history & artefacts room.. Reconstruction of a crannog, ringfort & clochaun. Restored prefamine cottage of Dan O' Hara.
Offer valid 31st March -2nd  of April



Rejoice!

Enjoy a post race celebration from 6.30 pm at the Station House Hotel Clifden on Sunday evening. 3 Course Meal & Live Music from €20.00

Celebrate your great achievement in conquering Connemara by splashing out on a Clifden Lotto Ticket! Tickets cost €2 & you could have even more to celebrate! Tickets on sale in local businesses or online


Running towards the Sky!
Return!

We hope that you will enjoy your stay in Connemara and that you will return again this year to join in Clifden's 200th birthday celebrations or take part in one of the many 10k races, walking festivals or outdoor challenges taking place including the Sky Road Challenge in June. For the non runners/supporters  there are music & arts festivals and other events through the year.  Check our events calendar  for event information and all you need to plan your return visit.  Follow us on twitter @connemaraoffers or find us on facebook. to keep up to date with what's happening!