Tuesday, 20 December 2011

Uniquely Connemara

Here's a selection of gift ideas that are unique to Connemara!


For some foodie gifts of Connemara see my previous post  but here are some other uniquely Connemara Gifts that you can consider!



Books associated  with Connemara  from Clifden Bookshop. 
Paul Phelan's Connemara & Mayo walking guide has been getting some great reviews and it's the perfect present and a great incentive to explore the great outdoors.They have a great selection of locally themed books  so pop in for a look and maybe refresh your Connemara history as Clifden celebrates it's 200th birthday.







Famous for the Connemara Pony check out the Connemara Pony Breeders Society  pony associated gift ideas!  If you want to buy something really special for the horse mad person in your life then check out O Dalaigh Jewellers gold horsebit bracelet -more affordable than the Gucci version & made in Connemara!





 From T-shirts to hats for rainy days, surfing days, taking it easy days, pony days. mountain rescuing days  Conn has something to offer everyone. For adults & kids. Pop into the shop or check online  On December 31st at midday Conn is organising  a Loop-athon  to raise money for hospice. So you can get some fresh air before your New Year's Party and support a good cause.




Show your support on or off the pitch for your local teams! Pick up the Connemara RFC Calendar or head along to one of their at home matches.The Rugby Team are doing a sponsored on Christmas Day in aid of St Vincent de Paul so check out their FB page if you want to join in or sponsor someone on the day!


Head into Gannon Sports for your local GAA Jersey -from Clifden to Renvyle to Carna  they've got your colours and some other great sports gear on offer to kickstart your New Year's Good intentions!


For families why not get them a gift voucher that lets them have a day out in their local area. How about a family ticket for Inisbofin Ferry
where you discover the island all year round.  Kylemore have a Family Annual Membership Ticket there is something for all the family from nature trails to children's play trails,  donkeys, great food, wonderful scenery and history galore.

Bringing home the tuf TOT
Santa arrives in Connemara TOT

People all over the world rave about Connemara's beauty. The local Connemara Photography Club have been capturing some great photos of the Connemara landscape,  it's people & events. Check out their website as may of them have some of their masterpieces for sale! Then you too can you can bring some of Connemara's beauty into your home!

 


 That's just a few examples but put your thinking caps on and am sure you will come up with some unique gifts ideas. See my previous posts for a list of  gift ideas from other local shops many of whom have been serving Connemara for generations!







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