Welcome to Athenry

Athenry (Baile Átha an Rí) is an agricultural town in county Galway. It lies 25 km to the east of and is famous for the song, The Fields of Athenry which often graces Irish sporting events.

Athenry began as a Dominican Abbey in 1241 before being sacked by Cromwellians.

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Athenry News

Case against rail link from Athenry to Claremorris ‘fundamentally flawed’ - The Irish Times

Case against rail link from Athenry to Claremorris ‘fundamentally flawed’ The Irish Times

Publish: Monday 21st June 1:01am

William Freeney Commemoration to be held in Athenry - Galway Daily

William Freeney Commemoration to be held in Athenry Galway Daily

Publish: Tuesday 22nd June 12:00pm

216 submissions received on public realm enhancement proposal for Market Square in Athenry - Galway Bay FM

216 submissions received on public realm enhancement proposal for Market Square in Athenry Galway Bay FM

Publish: Wednesday 23rd June 9:27am

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