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Medieval Athenry


Carnaun School, Athenry


Market Cross
Athenry is a classic example of an Irish Medieval town. It still retains its Medieval Castle, Parish Church, Priory, Market Cross, North Gate all within its walls of which 75% still remain in very good condition 
Carnaun Book
THE PUBLICATION of this book marked the 100th Anniversary of Carnaun National School.
An invaluable record of some of the social history of the Athenry area.

The Athenry Journal


The Lamberts of Athenry


Town Trail
"The Athenry Journal" founded and edited by Finbarr O'Regan (later editions were edited by Conrad O'Broin) was published by Athenry Area Development Company and contains lots of local news and history! 1995 - 2004
The Lambert Book
A book comprising of articles on the townlands of Castle Lambert, Castle Ellen and Carnaun, The Lambert Families of the Athenry Area and their connection with Sir. Edward Carson of Ulster. 1999
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