August is a very busy month in and around Clifden. Our own Holiday Home, "Cuach Cottage" Bog Road, Clifden, is fully booked with visitors from all corners of the globe enjoying the Wild Atlantic Way and all the amenities Clifden has to offer.
The town is just bouncing with excitement and our self catering holiday let is a choice place to be during this time. "Cuach Cottage" is the ideal holiday cottage for such a stop over.
Monday i st. August sees the All Ireland Dog Show get under way in Roundstone where the All Ireland Supreme Champion will be the winner on the day. There is lots to do in Roundstone with fun and games for all the family. A fantastic day out is assured so do please visit Roundstone and see for yourself !!
Saturday 6 th. August sees two activities start, ie " The Omey Dash " and the " Connemara 100 " The Connemara 100 takes place over two days, ie. 6 th and 7 th.
Now " The Omey Dash " is a triathlon and starts off from the local village of Claddaghduff from 10.30 am Sat. 6 th. It comprises of three tests the first being .75 K swim along Omey Beach, then a 25 K cycle followed by a 5 K run. Everyone over the age of 16 can enter.
This is just a brilliant day out even if one is not competing !! Enjoy Omey Island, Claddaghduff, Clegan..................... Good luck everyone.
Also on the Sat. 6 th. am sees the start of the Connemara 100 from Clifden Town. This is a true challenge for competitors over two days. Its a certified race over 100 miles of the most beautiful terrain to be found anywhere in the world. To register visit; www.connemara100.com. This one is not for the feint hearted but will offer the observer encouragement !!
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