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

Angel prowls the fields of Athenry - Independent.ie

Angel prowls the fields of Athenry Independent.ie

Hello everyone, my name is Angel and I live in a house on four acres of territory at Peakroe, Athenry.

Publish: Sunday 21st April 6:09am

Major revamp in the works for Athenry GAA club - Galway Daily

Major revamp in the works for Athenry GAA club Galway Daily

St Mary's GAA club Athenry has submitted plans for major renovations including the addition of three new pitches and a walking track.

Publish: Tuesday 23rd April 9:00am

Supreme Court dismisses residents’ appeal over Apple’s Athenry data centre - The Irish Times

Supreme Court dismisses residents’ appeal over Apple’s Athenry data centre The Irish Times

Tech giant had already decided not to proceed with plan for Galway site.

Publish: Thursday 11th April 8:00am

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