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Stocktons Wing - 31st January 2009 at the West County Hotel, Ennis

Written by admin on November 17, 2008 – 5:56 pm -

At the West County Hotel, Ennis

Stocktons Wing are coming home!

It began in 1977 in Ennis and the story continues in 2009. The unique blend of traditional and contemporary Irish music and song that is Stockton’s Wing is instantly recognisable and is loved the world over. It might be 5 years since they played in their hometown but in January Stockton’s Wing comes home. One of Ireland’s most popular bands of all time is set to reform for a once off concert. Ennis based Production 63 presents Stocktons Wing at the West County Hotel in Ennis on Saturday 31st January 2009.

Stocktons Wing will be supported by local band The Fiddle Case. This trio comprises Eoin O Neill, Quentin Cooper and Emer Howley but according to Eoin there will be a guest or two with them on the night. Acts will be introduced by Clare FM presenter Ger Sweeney.

Tickets €32.50 available from Record Rack, Market Street, Ennis (065) 6820769

Stocktons Wing Stayover package: Enjoy one nights bed and breakfast and a sumptous evening 3 course dinner including tickets to Stockton’s Wing live in concert for 2 adults - only €99 per person sharing.

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Charlie Landsborough - 18th November 2008

Written by admin on November 17, 2008 – 9:15 am -

At the West County Hotel, Ennis

Charlie Landsborough

The legendary singer and songwriter Charlie Landsborough will be performing in the West County Hotel for one night only on the 18th of November. (Event from 7:30 till late.)

Charlie performs a unique, melodious blend of country-style folk music and is perhaps best known in Ireland for his song “What Colour is the Wind?” which was a number one hit in the Irish charts in the mid nineties.

Tickets cost €30 and are available at the West County reception desk.
Get them early to avoid dissapointment.
Contact 065 6828421 for more details.

To coincide with the event The West County Hotel is also offering two great stayover packages :
1 Night B&B including ticket: €82 per person - Book Now
1 Night B&B including ticket plus one dinner: €98 per person - Book Now



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Irish Poker Championship - November 22nd and 23rd 2008

Written by admin on November 16, 2008 – 3:37 pm -

At the South Court Hotel

The South Court Hotel and Suites, in association with Party Poker.com - The World’s Largest Poker Room, The Eglinton and pokerevents.ie, present the Irish Poker Championship.

This is a 2-day event with €20,000 Added. The first event is on Saturday the 22nd of November at 4:00pm. The buy in is €320 + €30 - €2,000 added.
Then on Sunday the 23rd the buy in is €200.000 €20.

For more information call 061 487487



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West of Ireland Active Weekend - 28th - 30th of November 2008

Written by admin on November 15, 2008 – 4:34 pm -

At Breaffy House Resort.

West of Ireland Active Weekend


Get fit for Christmas!
Great fun active weekend assured (not all activities need to be completed)
Prize presentation on Sunday - excellent prizes available.


Friday Night: Talk on nutrition/fitness/diet etc.
Saturday Morning: 500m or 1km swim (depending on ability)
Saturday Afternoon: Climb Croagh Patrick with some challenges
Sunday Morning: 3km or 5km walk/run (depending on ability)


2 Nights + 1 Dinner* + All Activities: €249 per couple/pair
Book at Breaffy House Hotel & Spa
Book at Breaffy International Hotel


Single rate: €179
*Dinner is a 3 course meal.


Call 094 9022033 for more details



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CARL FROCH TRAINING CAMP FOR WBC TITLE AT BREAFFY HOUSE RESORT

Written by admin on November 5, 2008 – 11:37 am -

Carl Froch at Breaffy

British boxer Carl “The Cobra” Froch has chosen Ireland for the most important training camp of his career on preparation for his WBC World Super Middle weight Title bout on December 6th live on ITV1 from the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham . His 5 week camp at Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar, Co. Mayo begun on October 26 2008.
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What’s On Castlebar

Written by admin on October 28, 2008 – 11:07 am -

Upcoming Shows at the Royal Theatre Castlebar

October
25th - American Wrestling

November
6th - The High Kings
7th - Elaine Page

December
5th - Shakin’ Stevens
11th - Daniel O’Donnell

For ticket & accommodation packages LoCall 1890 66 99 00



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Carl Froch to train for WBC title at Breaffy House Resort

Written by admin on October 20, 2008 – 10:23 am -

Carl Froch vs Jean Pascal
British boxer Carl “The Cobra” Froch will be carrying out Irelands First ever World Title Fight Professional Boxing Camp at Breaffy for 4 weeks.

He is fighting for the WBC World Super Middle Weight Title in his home town of Nottingham on December 6th against Canadian Jean Pascal before an anticipated viewership in excess of 5 million, live on ITV 1.

Jean Pascal’s record is an impressive 21-0 victories, in other words, undefeated and so in order to train and prepare himself for this fight, Froch has, from any number of possible global locations, opted to choose Breaffy House Resort as his offical training HQ.

We are all very proud to have Carl training at Breaffy and wish him well in his title fight.
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Munster Rugby Match Dates

Written by admin on October 20, 2008 – 10:22 am -

Munster Rugby matches in Limerick

Munster Rugby Fixture List

4th October - Munster V Glasgow Warriors

10th October - Montauban V Munster

18th November - Munster V New Zealand

3rd January - Munster V Ulster

16/17/18th January - Munster V Sale Sharks

The George Boutique Hotel, Limerick City Centre within walking distance of Thomand Park, Park and Ride from The South Court Hotel, Raheen, Limerick for all Heiniken Cup matches at Thomand Park.



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The Beatlez - Christmas Party Nights 2008 at Breaffy House Resort

Written by admin on October 17, 2008 – 10:09 am -

At Breaffy House Hotel & Breaffy International Hotel


As part of our Christmas Party Nights lineup, Breaffy House Resort presents The Beatlez Tribute Band.


“Best I’ve seen - you guys bend my head” - Liam Gallagher, Oasis.


Also featuring Santa Dancers & comedian Stephen Kiernen followed by disco with music from the 60s, 70s and 80s.


Tickets available through Ticketmaster
Or call our Christmas Party Line: 094 9044105 / 094 9044108 for tickets and more details.


Friday 12th of December:
Stay at Breaffy House Hotel
Stay at Breaffy International Hotel
Book Tickets through Ticketmaster


Saturday 13th of December:
Stay at Breaffy House Hotel
Stay at Breaffy International Hotel
Book Tickets through Ticketmaster

Ticketmaster bookings subject to additional fees



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Announcement

Written by admin on October 14, 2008 – 2:44 pm -

We wish to rectify an error made on page 30 of our recently-published 40-page Autumn Winter 2008 - 2009 West of Ireland Events brochure.

Under the Destination Limerick section, certain events which were advertised as appearing in Dolan’s Warehouse are actually taking place at the University Concert Hall Limerick

The correct listing can be found here: Limerick Events Roundup

We apologise for any confusion this may have caused.



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