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

Music initiative results in six orchestras in Athenry - RTE.ie

Music initiative results in six orchestras in Athenry RTE.ie

Hundreds of young musicians from around the country will take to the stage of the National Concert Hall in Dublin tomorrow, for an annual showcase of ...

Publish: Friday 8th February 8:00am

New Presentation College Athenry opens on Monday - Galway Daily

New Presentation College Athenry opens on Monday Galway Daily

The new €20 million school facility for Presentation College Athenry is opening to students on Monday after many years of work.

Publish: Friday 22nd February 11:16am

Plan for battery energy storage facility in Athenry - Connacht Tribune Group

Plan for battery energy storage facility in Athenry Connacht Tribune Group

Galway Bay fm newsroom – A decision is due in the next few weeks on plans for a 100 megawatt battery energy storage facility in Barrettspark, Athenry.

Publish: Monday 11th February 12:11pm

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