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The inaugural <\/span>Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway<\/span><\/em> walking tour took place yesterday (21 August) and was a great success. Led by researcher and guide Declan O\u2019Shea, the 90-minute tour began at the Hall of the Red Earl and drew a lively group of both locals and visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n

Participants explored some of Galway\u2019s oldest streets while hearing stories of the city\u2019s medieval past – from rebellion and smugglers to folklore and lost islands. Declan\u2019s engaging storytelling and historical insights brought the stones and streets of Galway vividly to life.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Galway Civic Trust is delighted with the strong turnout and positive response to the first tour. <\/span>Stones and Shadows<\/span><\/em> will continue every Thursday at 12 noon, meeting at the Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane. All are welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A New Walking Tour with Declan O\u2019Shea \u2013 Every Thursday at 12 Noon<\/strong><\/p>\n

Galway\u2019s medieval past is etched into every cobbled lane and crumbling stone \u2013 but its secrets often lie in the shadows.<\/p>\n

Discover the layered past beneath Galway\u2019s streets. The Galway Civic Trust presents Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway<\/em>, a 90-minute historical walking tour led by researcher and guide Declan O\u2019Shea. This 90-minute experience is a lively blend of folklore, hidden history, and architectural discovery. You\u2019ll wander through some of the city\u2019s oldest surviving streets, uncovering tales of rebellion, hauntings, smugglers, and lost islands.<\/p>\n

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    Tour Name:<\/strong> Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Guide:<\/strong> Declan O\u2019Shea<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    When:<\/strong> Every Thursday at 12.00 Noon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Meeting Point:<\/strong> Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Duration:<\/strong> 90 minutes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Cost: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    No Booking Required<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Whether you\u2019re a visitor or a Galwegian, this is your chance to see the city with new eyes \u2013 to walk through time and listen to the stones speak.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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