A big thank you to all who entered our 2010 Connemara Photo Competition. All the fantastic entries can be viewed here on our Facebook page.

Winner: Anne Stanley from Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Congrats to Anne who receives €200 off her next stay with us. The winning photo displayed the unmistakeable wilderness of Connemara, a threatening sky with the hope of better weather & something we can't just put our figure on. Photo taken at the Famine burial area at Shanaheever, Clifden. Great job Anne, take a bow!

Runners up
And also we must give special mention to these 4 entries, as they caught our eye also. No prizes, just the glory of being nominated!


Agree or disagree?
Tell us what you think - be sure to pick your favourite & add your comments on our Facebook page!

The summer peak season might be over but Connemara tries hard to keep the off-peak visitor happy too. An impressive line up at the Clifden Arts Festival, the Leenane Food Festival and more awaits you over the next two months, as well as the great pub entertainment in Clifden and beyond.

Just some upcoming events and festivals:

The 33rd Clifden Arts Festival
16th to 26th September 2010 - A great line up this year including Christy Moore, Marie Feeney, and David McWilliams just to mention a few  - more info @ the Official Website >>

Connemara Golf Links Open Week
4th to 12th September 2010 - Ladies & Mens Competitions Each Day - Click here for more >>

The 2nd Leenane Food Festival
25th & 26th September 2010 - Showcasing the best local produce and guest appearance of Derry Clarke chef/patron of L'Ecrivain - More @ leenanevillage.com - Leenane Cottage >>

Birdwatching Event on Inishbofin
6th to 10th October 2010 - Birdwatching on Inishbofin with Anthony McGeehan - More >>

Connemara Sea Week 2010
We're not 100% on the dates this year of the annual Connemara Sea Week in Letterfrack but we expect the usual great west of Ireland sporting, cultural and artistic events. More >>