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As summer comes to an end, the team at Galway Atlantaquaria are busy preparing for a new school year. Examining the tide tables, to identify great days for beach exploration and seashore ecologies, to gather equipment and resources together so that all our materials and games are ready to go. With a range of education

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The words ‘World Premiere’ and ‘Galway International Arts Festival’ may have been seen together lots of times before but add in ‘Galway Atlantaquaria’ and ‘Underwater Show’ to the mix and I think it’s a first for me and google!This crazy idea, first floated by Micheal Murphy (stage name Mikel Murfi) began 25 years ago, with

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These words—often heard from the back seat of the car—can bring a surprising amount of joy, especially when you’re close to your destination! For families and traveller’s exploring the West of Ireland, Salthill is a welcome stop. Conveniently located almost halfway along the Wild Atlantic Way, it’s not too far a drive—or cycle—no matter which direction you’re coming from.

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The four successful applicants of the 2025 Small Conservation Grants were announced this week, and include conservation activities involving a freshwater invertebrate, marine mammals, sharks and skates and rays, and seabirds, based in Galway and around Ireland. It was a really difficult decision this year, said Jovita Mockute, Aquarium Administrator, who was part of this

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Clean Coasts and SoulMoves are delighted to announce a series of free yoga and fitness classes on Grattan Beach, Salthill. These classes offer people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy, protect, and appreciate the health benefits of our ocean through the Clean Coasts #2MinuteBeach Clean ethos.  Garry Kendellen, of Galway Atlantaquaria, said, “Over many

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