Excellent service from Alex, no waiting and talked us through the issue. I would 100% recommend…read moreAlex to everyone.

Alex was very quick to respond. When he came to the house he was extremely helpful. I'd certainly…read morerecommend him.

My watch band broke while on vacation. I asked at a jewelry…read moreand watch place in Galway and was told they couldn't fix it in time, but try Edmond's. A shoe repair place? Uhh ... OK. Edmond was there helping a customer and said to give him 30 minutes. He finished up with the customer and fixed up my watch band! I paid him in silly resin chickens. SQUEE!!! Thank you so very muchness! I went to where we were supporting the local economy (shopping for souvenirs at another small business) and they agreed that Edmond is awesome. I love that the shop owners know each other and support each other. What an awesome community! I highly recommend! Go here! * jumping around happily *

I was looking for a plumber to fix leak near socket as soon as possible…read more I got a lot of mucking me about and only one reliable reply and that was Dominic King's. I give him five stars for: immediate response customer friendly communication step by step explanation of the problem great service reasonable price He is the king of plumbers!

Dominic gave me advice to sort out a plumbing problem over the phone without charging a cent. His…read moreadvise was spot on and the problem was solved. You cant get better than that!

I contacted Action Blinds about changing the Open and close mechanism in two wooden slats venetian…read moreblinds. They asked me to drop them into the shop. The expereience was wonderful. They fixed the strings and rewound them. They are perfect. I dealt with two Gentlemen, who really know their job. They were very fair, profesional and easy to deal with. Very fair price also. It is great that we still have companies and people like this still in Galway.. JJ Walsh, Inverin

when we had a problem with our chimney caused by a fire we started looking for a contractor to…read morecarry out repairs, there seemed to be little choice in the area except for Frank Meehan and his team. This proved very fortunate for us because we can truely say Meehan Chimney Repairs proved to be excellent, we couldn't have asked for anyone better. They done everything they were supposed to do and even a few extras, turned up when they said they would and kept us updated every step of the way. For an excellent job and great service, we would be happy to recommend Frank and his team to absolutely anyone. Patricia and Declan Roche

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Tour cost: 5 Euros (includes tea and scones)…read more Full disclosure: I usually run in the opposite direction from anything in Ireland that has even a whiff of "tourist trap" to it. If there's even a chance that someone is going to be getting off a tour bus with a fanny pack singing Danny Boy, it's a hard no for me. Such was my initial concern when hearing about the Claddagh Arts Centre. As much as I longed to visit the place where Claddagh rings originated (quite literally, they were first made during the 17th century in the village where the Centre now stands as the sole remaining dwelling), I had visions of when I visited Amsterdam and got swarmed by merchants hocking diamonds. I assumed this was a touristy spot where the sole purpose was to get you to buy a new ring. I couldn't be happier that I did a bit of research instead of discounting it. The Centre- and the people who run it- have "sales" as the very last thing on their minds. Their true purpose is to educate visitors on the little-known history of how this once-thriving, rural village on the outskirts of the city was forced to abandon its beautiful, traditional, simple life as modernization and the trawler industry in the bay took over. All that is now left of Claddagh village is the one thatch cottage and outbuilding/cafe that houses the Centre. Once inside, you are transported to another century in Ireland. Far from kitschy knick knacks, each item within is an authentic antique from the era, demonstrating exactly what it was like to live in another time. Anna, who gave us our tour, offered a poignant, powerful and thorough recounting of the trials and triumphs of the villagers, instilling in me a new respect for the rings I have worn since my youth. In my many visits to Galway over the years, I had never before had an inkling of this part of its past. After the voyage back in time, we made our way to the art studio and cafe behind the cottage. Wow. It was filled with the most gorgeous work in various mediums from local craftsmen, using materials found around Connemara. Spectacular stuff. And no sales pitch. In fact, Anna seemed surprised that I even inquired about pricing. Her main concern was kitting out the wood table with a feast of tea and scones. By this stage, the latest Claddagh ring I've been wearing for the last few years, one purchased at some point from some random place, seemed almost like an imposter. Expecting to see rows and rows of rings for sale, I was instead shocked (pleasantly) to find just a humble little tray with a dozen or two. There was no fanfare around it. Sales were truly an afterthought to the people here who are so intent on keeping the Claddagh village story alive. Anna apologized for the small selection and explained that they only carry authentic, vintage rings- as in real, historic Claddaghs. Thus, their inventory was sparse. Figuring that meant I would be priced out of owning one of these treasures, I cast a glance at them just for a chance to see what a "real" Claddagh looked like. And immediately fell in love with one. Its simplicity was so perfectly attuned to its heritage. I checked the price tag. 57 Euros. About $64. Otherwise stated: half the price for this antique than what I had paid for the random one on my finger. It came home with me. I honestly cannot put into words the joy it brings me the twenty times a day I glance down at it. The hour or so spent at the Claddagh Village was a vacation highlight for me in a city where I thought I already knew the best spots. Located just a five minute stroll from the Spanish Arch, it took us on a journey of a hundred+ years. Oh. And it's only 5 Euro per person for the tour, tea and scones. I know. Right? Go visit them when you find yourself in Galway. If you're there in the off-season and hours are limited, ask for a private tour (same cost) as we did. Claddagh Arts Centre & Katie's Claddagh Cottage 26 Fairhill Road Upper, The Claddagh Galway, Ireland Web: https://claddaghdesigns.ie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CladdaghArtsCentre/

AM Electrical Services installed external lighting and power points in a very professional and…read morespeedy manner ! Also sorted out some internal problems with the same high level of service.