Welcome to Gort

Gort (Gort Inse Guaire or An GortAn Gort) is a small town in south County Galway, just north of the Clare border on the main Limerick-Galway road.

Gort's history dates back to the sixth century as a base for the King of Connacht. There are a number of historic sites around Gort, including Kilmacduagh Monastery and a Round Tower.

A large percentage of the local population are now non-Irish, with a large Brazilian community now living in Gort and working in local meat processing plants.

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Gort News

Death Notice of Michael (Mike) Moran (Gort, Galway) - RIP.ie

Death Notice of Michael (Mike) Moran (Gort, Galway) RIP.ie

Publish: Saturday 12th July 8:18pm

Community groups praised for heritage project on keeping Gort’s old name alive - Connacht Tribune

Community groups praised for heritage project on keeping Gort’s old name alive Connacht Tribune

Publish: Sunday 13th July 6:00am

Gardaí investigate as black paint thrown over two houses in Gort - Galway Bay FM

Gardaí investigate as black paint thrown over two houses in Gort Galway Bay FM

Publish: Tuesday 10th June 8:00am

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