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CLARE ISLAND
Clare Harbour
| FACTFILE | |
| Situation |
At the entrance to Clew Bay 18 miles from Westport and just over 3km south of Achillbeg. |
| Size |
5km x 2 km. |
| Highest Point |
Knockmore on the northern coast 1,520 feet. |
| Population |
168 |
| Access |
Mailboat from Roonagh Quay (4 km west of Louisburgh, Co. Mayo), runs on Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. |
| Accommodation |
Hotel & Cottages |
| Facilities |
Pub, Post Office, Church, Primary School. |
| Main Industries |
Farming and fishing for lobster and mackerel |
| Services |
Water and Electricity |
| Entertainment |
Summer socials and an annual festival. |
| Further Information |
Charles O'Malley Tel: (?)103 |
A Little bit of History
The most famous resident of Clare Island was Grace O'Malley, the famous Granuaile, was a contemporary of Queen Elizabeth I of England whose displeasure she incurred on a number of occasions because of her acts of piracy. Terra marique potens - O'Malley powerful on land and sea.
The whole island was sold to the Conjested Districts Board for £5,486 in 1895.
Granuaile's Castle, Clare
For more on this island go to: Clare Island
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