Introducing Ennistymon
Ennistymon (Inis Díomáin) is a timeless country village just 4km inland from Lahinch, but worlds away in terms of atmosphere. People go about their business (which involves a lot of cheerful chatting) barely noticing the characterful buildings lining Main St. And behind this façade there’s a surprise: the roaring Cascades, the stepped falls of the River Inagh. After heavy rain the falls surge, beer-brown and foaming, and you risk getting drenched on windy days in the flying drizzle. You’ll find them through an arch by Byrne’s Hotel.
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The library (707 1245; 10am-1.30pm & 2.30-5.30pm Mon, Tue & Thu, 10am-5.30pm & 6.30-8pm Wed & Fri, 10am-2pm Sat), just down from the Square, offers free internet access. The Bank of Ireland, in Parliament St, has a bureau de change and an ATM.
Besides excellent pubs and good sleeping options, Ennistymon has a burgeoning arts scene. Courthouse Studios & Gallery (707 1630; Parliament St) is an impressive new facility with ever-changing exhibitions by local and international artists. It provides studio space for several artists in residence such as film-maker Fergus Tighe. Just south of town on the N85, artists Eamon Doyle and Phillip Morrison have studios and a gallery (707 2787; 10am-6pm).
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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