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Spanish Point
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Spanish Point, 3 km
west of Milltown Malbay, is a small seaside resort with a good sandy
beach and a picturesque nine hole golf course.
Spanish Point is so named because of the Spaniards who were buried
here after the wreck of their Armada ships along this coast in 1588.
Those who escaped from their sinking ships and made it safely to
land were executed by Sir Turlough O'Brien of Liscannor and Boethius
Clancy, High Sherriff of Clare. One of the ships that was wrecked on
the reefs landward of Mutton Island 3km off shore, can be visited by
currach hired in the fishing village of Quilty. More than a thousand
men were lost, and many of their bodies were carried by the tide to
Spanish Point.
In recent years Spanish Point has developed into a vibrant seaside
resort welcoming many visitors each year. Visitors can expect to
enjoy seaside and beach activities during the summer and can join in
one of the best surfing spots in County Clare. There are lots of
opportunities to sample exquisite seafood in the area. If you want
to try your hand at cooking Berry Lodge Cookery School is just the
place.
Spanish point is located approximately halfway between the two world
renowned golf courses on the West Clare coast - Lahinch and the Greg
Norman designed Doonbeg Golf Club
The village is also the birthplace of a former President of Ireland,
Dr. Patrick Hillery. |
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