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Miltown Malby (Kilfarboy)
Cill Fear Buí
“Stones of the Yellow Man”
From early morning as the mist descends The cliffs are also the site of the aptly named Atlantic
the Shannon Estuary to the Wild Edge interpretive centre. Built into the side of
Atlantic Sea, to the setting of the sun in the sloping grass land and showing displays which examine
late of the evening, ShannonFerry will take the various elements of the cliffs, your experience to
you and your vehicle on this memorable 20 another level. Those of a sensitive nature may wish to
minute journey across the estuary linking sit at the back if you decide to view ‘The Ledge’, a film
the iconic tourist destinations of the Banner shown on a wrap around screen as the camera zooms
County of Clare to the Kingdom of Kerry. around and down over the cliffs – it can induce vertigo!
This is a lovely experience for visitors who To the east rises the summit of Slievecallan a place of
would like a short break in their journey ancient heritage.
to relax as they sail across the majestic From here, cliffs extend along the coastline as far as
Shannon Estuary. And if you’re lucky, you Spanish Point so called as part of the Spanish Armada
might even catch a glimpse of the dolphins, was wrecked here on the coast.
which in the summer, can sometimes swim
so near the ferry, as if just to entertain you. On the south side of Slievecallan there is a large
cromlech, or druidical altar which is well preserved. It
As the only vehicle ferry trip on the is thought that this was dedicated to the sun, and it is
main spine of the Wild Atlantic Way, this called “Darby and Gráinne’s Bed” by the local people.
invigorating journey allows you experience There are two smaller cromlechs nearby, and the remains
the rugged nature of land and sea as of a stone rath, or fort.
you breath in the fresh salty sea air that The town comes to life each year for the famous
encapsulates Irelands Wild Atlantic Way. Willie Clancy Summer School - an annual celebration
traditional music. Streets close and pubs swell and
Discount with on-line strain to the sounds of a thousand reels. This region
bookings @ is especially rich in musical heritage and the locals
provide much in the way of encouragement for budding
www.shannonferries.com musicians.
ShannonFerry Group Limited, Kilkee - Cill Chaoi
Killimer, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
“Church of Chaoineadh Ita
Tel: +353(0)65 905 3124; "Lamentation for Ita”
Fax: +353 (0)65 905 3125;
Email: enquiries@shannonferries.com; The horseshoe bay in which the town is found is
Web: www.shannonferries.com protected from the Atlantic Ocean by the Duggerna
Reef. As you face onto the horseshoe shaped bay, take
“Bridging the best of the path that leads away on the left hand side. The beach
Ireland’s West” gives way to flat rocks and you may see quite a few of
Folklore
According to the medieval Book of Lismore, the
Shannon hosts a river monster named Cata, We
are told that Senán, the patron saint of County
Clare, defeated the monster at Inis Cathaigh.
Cata is described as a large and gruesome
monster with a horse’s mane, gleaming eyes,
thick feet, nails of iron and a whale’s tail.
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Cill Fear Buí
“Stones of the Yellow Man”
From early morning as the mist descends The cliffs are also the site of the aptly named Atlantic
the Shannon Estuary to the Wild Edge interpretive centre. Built into the side of
Atlantic Sea, to the setting of the sun in the sloping grass land and showing displays which examine
late of the evening, ShannonFerry will take the various elements of the cliffs, your experience to
you and your vehicle on this memorable 20 another level. Those of a sensitive nature may wish to
minute journey across the estuary linking sit at the back if you decide to view ‘The Ledge’, a film
the iconic tourist destinations of the Banner shown on a wrap around screen as the camera zooms
County of Clare to the Kingdom of Kerry. around and down over the cliffs – it can induce vertigo!
This is a lovely experience for visitors who To the east rises the summit of Slievecallan a place of
would like a short break in their journey ancient heritage.
to relax as they sail across the majestic From here, cliffs extend along the coastline as far as
Shannon Estuary. And if you’re lucky, you Spanish Point so called as part of the Spanish Armada
might even catch a glimpse of the dolphins, was wrecked here on the coast.
which in the summer, can sometimes swim
so near the ferry, as if just to entertain you. On the south side of Slievecallan there is a large
cromlech, or druidical altar which is well preserved. It
As the only vehicle ferry trip on the is thought that this was dedicated to the sun, and it is
main spine of the Wild Atlantic Way, this called “Darby and Gráinne’s Bed” by the local people.
invigorating journey allows you experience There are two smaller cromlechs nearby, and the remains
the rugged nature of land and sea as of a stone rath, or fort.
you breath in the fresh salty sea air that The town comes to life each year for the famous
encapsulates Irelands Wild Atlantic Way. Willie Clancy Summer School - an annual celebration
traditional music. Streets close and pubs swell and
Discount with on-line strain to the sounds of a thousand reels. This region
bookings @ is especially rich in musical heritage and the locals
provide much in the way of encouragement for budding
www.shannonferries.com musicians.
ShannonFerry Group Limited, Kilkee - Cill Chaoi
Killimer, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
“Church of Chaoineadh Ita
Tel: +353(0)65 905 3124; "Lamentation for Ita”
Fax: +353 (0)65 905 3125;
Email: enquiries@shannonferries.com; The horseshoe bay in which the town is found is
Web: www.shannonferries.com protected from the Atlantic Ocean by the Duggerna
Reef. As you face onto the horseshoe shaped bay, take
“Bridging the best of the path that leads away on the left hand side. The beach
Ireland’s West” gives way to flat rocks and you may see quite a few of
Folklore
According to the medieval Book of Lismore, the
Shannon hosts a river monster named Cata, We
are told that Senán, the patron saint of County
Clare, defeated the monster at Inis Cathaigh.
Cata is described as a large and gruesome
monster with a horse’s mane, gleaming eyes,
thick feet, nails of iron and a whale’s tail.
Shannon Ferries - half page portrait editorial3.indd 1 110
18/02/2015 21:33:49
