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Welcome to Cnoc Suain, a cultural retreat in the Conamara Gaeltacht
Cnoc Suain provides a range of Day and Residential cultural programmes, unique in Ireland. As Irish/Gaelic speakers, musicians, natural scientists, teachers and owners of Cnoc Suain, we, Dearbhaill Standún & Charlie Troy invite you to join us in our family-run Conamara hill-village set on 200 acres of stunningly beautiful ancient landscape, overlooking mountains, lake, bog and sea. Fáilte go Cnoc Suain, tearmann chultúrtha i nGaeltacht Chonamara.Tearmann aoibhinn, fianaise ar stair na muintire, údar cultúrtha ar shaothar na nglúnta a bhí, lón anama dá bhfuil le teacht. Cnoc Suain is situated in an Irish/Gaelic speaking area, steeped in traditional music, song & dance and rich in the unique flora & fauna of the wild and beautiful Conamara landscape. Thatched and slate-roofed stone cottages, some dating back to 1691, and providing modern conveniences (discretely) for the comfort of our guests, exude peace, tranquility, comfort and ease. 2010 ' Global Vision Awards ' Winner Cultural Immersion"A beautifully restored hill-village that literally sits on layers of history" Travel + Leisure Magazine. Inspired by the spectacular, ancient landscape which surrounds us, this cultural retreat is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of Irish culture, especially the unique culture of the Conamara Gaeltacht. Ensuring the future of the past while nurturing the culture of the present. 2010 Guardian Green Travel ListCnoc Suain also endeavours to create environmental awareness and to nurture creative talent, particularly among the young. 2009 'Ethical Travel Award' Winner"A place quite unlike any other, where Irish traditions are alive and kicking" The Guardian. 2007 Connemara Heritage Award WinnerCnoc Suain is a celebration of a unique place, its people and its heritage. Conamara in the West of Ireland
Galway City, a 25 minute drive from Cnoc Suain, has many fine restaurants, pubs and cultural attractions. The world famous Galway Arts Festival is staged annually in July for two weeks. "Bíonn siúlach scéalach" "The traveller has tales to tell" |
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'Conamara Irish Culture Experience'Participate in a lively & enjoyable Cultural Immersion in the "Conamara Irish Culture Experience" at Cnoc Suain. This award-winning interactive presentation is where the richness of authentic Gaelic culture and landscape is explored with passion, pride & humour.
Private groups, with their own transport, may also reserve this programme. Please contact Cnoc Suain for times & details. Where we are Cnoc Suain is situated on the southern foothills of the east Conamara Mountains, 6 km. north of the coastal fishing village of An Spidéal, and overlooking Galway Bay, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. You can view a map of our location here. Photo Gallery
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Programmes & Activities Whether travelling independently or with a group, we offer many possibilities for you to connect with, explore and enjoy wondrous aspects of Irish culture, language and natural history, in the company of tutors, guides, musicians and storytellers, who share their expertise with enthusiasm. Choose from our scheduled residential programmes and events, or allow us to devise a tailormade programme to suit your particular group. Specific programmes for academic, alumni and corporate groups are also available.
Cnoc Suain is a sustainable destination suited to the discerning traveller seeking authentic places and immersive experiences. From time to time, a few of our cottages are available for Private Rental Cultural Retreat & CampusOur aim is to establish a Cultural Retreat & Campus at Cnoc Suain dedicated to Irish culture, creativity, nature and landscape. Recent NewsJan
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The Huffington Post: DestinationsAward-winning travel journalist Richard Bangs writes about his recent visit to Cnoc Suain. |
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For Irish Cultural Holidays in the West of Ireland please contact Cnoc Suain Cultural Centre using the contact details below.
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Cnoc Suain, An Spidéal, Conamara, Galway, Ireland. |
Tel: 091 555703
From Outside Ireland Call: + 353 91 555703 Email: You can view a map to our location here. |
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At Cnoc Suain hill-village we offer you an opportunity to experience an enjoyable immersion in authentic Irish culture.
Cnoc Suain is situated near the coastal fishing village of An Spidéal and is ideally located for day trips to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, the Aran Islands, west Conamara and County Mayo.
Independent travellers & Self-drive visitors to Galway can enjoy this cultural experience by joining Cnoc Suain's coach transfer, operated by The Galway Tour Company, on designated days.
Engaging learning experiences are offered in an atmosphere of warm hospitality, conviviality and fun.