r/galway

Hey everyone, new to reddit, (20f) I have done a PLC in Galway and moved on to do my level 8 in ATU, im going into second year in September and tbh 1st year was shit. I got the course of my dreams but in total theres so few of us. I have some friends from my PLC but not many and I just want people who are chill and who I can vibe with, I dont really drink but I smoke j and I dont mind going out, Im into fitness, i love art and photography and I love singing and writing songs. Listen im not picky, I just want to get a good group around me and have people who are nice and just chill for September. and no, I have not tried groups because tbh idk of any, I tried a society in first year but had to leave cuz of work times and stuff, it was okay.

I know reddit aint the place to make friends but maybe theres some ppl who feel similar or have good suggestions? would love the imput.

I’m moving to Galway this September for my masters. Just wondering how reliable are the public transport there? Or a car is more than likely required to travel around the city? Thanks!

My wife and I, both Mexican would love to be able to watch the game at a pub with my Irish brothers here.

Hiya everyone.

Lived here for around 7 years now and always loved crabbing when I was a kid. I see the fishmongers and some stands in the market have crab available but I've not really seen much people go to catch em.

I was wondering if anyone knows of some good places around the area to catch brown crabs off shore? Please let me know

I feel like I’m going insane. Healthcare here
Is so expensive and as a private patient I pay between €70-€120 depending on if I need to get my bloods done etc. To cut a long story short the gp I go to has a medical receptionist who literally does not understand English, it’s a constant battle whenever I ring to try and get her to understand. I complained about this but haven’t heard anything back. How can such a person be hired in such an important job but yet can’t understand basic English. I’ve been with the same gp for over 20years and now I feel like I just have to change because it’s an added stress I do not need in my life. Anybody else have similar experiences?

Do we reckon they'll throw on a viewing of the all ireland final in the big top? Or is there a gig on the same time?

Forecast for Galway was dry all day but it’s actually been wet all day. Same day before yesterday. Don’t they look out the window?

Dia Duit a chairde!

I’m wondering if anyone here has good info regarding family history specially around Keeraun. i’ve been using the census data to try and lock down where my great great grandfather lived/if there are any cousins still around the area.

1901 census lists the last name as Hehir living at house number 5 in Keeraun in Barna. Shot in the dark here, and apologies to be the annoying american but just pure interest.

Grmma!

Hi all,

 

I am heading over to Galway next weekend for a few days, and meeting up with friends who are travelling in from a few different countries. There are a few musicians among us and I’d really like to be able to jam with them, maybe sit in with some local players too if there are sessions open. The problem is I’m flying across via Ryan Air, and the thought of entrusting any of my acoustic guitars to their tender ministrations causes me to break out in hives.

Would any of you fine folk have a spare acoustic laying around that you might lend out for a few days? Alternatively, can I rent one from somewhere? I’d rather pay a person than Ryan Air for the privilege, and I’ll even guarantee its condition with an undertaking as a lawyer, if you’d like one.

I own a few high-end pieces and I’ve played for 20 years, so I know the level of trust needed to do something like this. For background, I’m mostly a fingerstyle player, think Joe Robinson, Adam Rafferty or Tommy Emmanuel just nowhere near as good lol. Also happy to jam or link up whilst I’m around – could be fun.

I understand that this is somewhat random, but I’ve found that sometimes the Internet has a way of connecting the right people together, so I thought I’d try my luck.

 

Thanks Galway and looking forward to being there!

 

 

I’ve thought about whether to post this or not for some time, and have decided to post to raise awareness, in the hope that behaviours may change, so here it goes. if you do not have a child with you, please do not park in Parent & Child spaces in supermarket car parks. How these spaces are used by people in Dunnes Knocknacarra, SuperValu Barna, Tesco Knocknacarra is quite astonishing - the disregard for what it means for parents with children is really disturbing. I regularly see people with not a child in sight, parking in these spaces. For those of us with young children it means we have to walk further, manage buggies in really tight spaces and overall it makes shopping a much more frustrating experience. Please do not be selfish and take these spaces if you do not have children with you. Thank you

Not looking for a pet sitter, but looking to pet sit myself.
Back home in Italy I used specific apps or Facebook groups and found lots of people interested.

Here in Galway all the apps seem to either ask for an insane amount of money to even start or they are not active at all.
And the only Facebook group is for all Ireland and also seem to be quite inactive (lots of people posting about their services but nobody replying).

I am considering going old style and stick flyers around my area, but I know that can also be tricky as you need to ask a permit to the city council for putting flyers in majority of places.

As a pet owner in Galway, how would you go about finding a pet sitter? I want to understand what people here use so I know where to advertise myself a bit better!
Thank you in advance to anyone sharing their preferences 🫶🏻

I’ve been dating a guy who I also happen to work with. We are in our early 30s. Both outdoorsy, foodie and relatively easy going. We’ve done the drinks, dinner date and an activity. I said I’d organise a weekend day date and would love some recommendations/ ideas. Open to anything from a hike & coffee rec, pottery, a show ect …. Hopping to get a few nice brownie points here so all tips welcome.

Friend of mine was in there today and said it was shut down. Apparently revenue sheriffs came in and told them to close up and shut the place down

Im moving to Galway this September for my masters in the University of Galway. Which gym and gym membership is the best for students? Thanks!

They are advertising online for jobs and list 'knocknacarra' as the location.

It would not be in my first 50 choices of fast food or 'fast casual' options so it is a pity it's not something decent.

In 2003 I visited Galway, and it was the best experience of my entire life despite losing my passport, and a host of other things. It was day three, and as a result, due to the era, we planted in Galway to get everything we needed from fed ex before heading back to America. My best friend and I were there for ten days. And I wouldn’t change a thing.
Day three we went to a club, I think it might have been the gaff…but I don’t remember for sure, but I was wallowing in my misfortune. My friend was dancing and having the time of her life while I pouted. My Irish heritage traces back to Connaught, Sligo, etc. so I was sure I couldn’t be this unlucky in the land of my lineage, right? I know, I know…says every annoying American tourist ever.
This was right when the smoking indoors ban was about to begin. *P.s. One of my favorite Galway moments was when this pub bartender asked an older gentleman to smoke outside, and he continued to do so while motioning to the barkeep that he couldn’t hear, and winked at me. Fricken love you guys. As a result, I was stress chain smoking inside while I could. It was just then that this very kind person approached me for a light. No pick up lines, I don’t even know if I’d pick up on it anyway, as low as I was. Just a person who listened to my wild story, made me laugh and forget about what I thought was going to be the worst trip of my life. He invited to celebrate St. Paddy’s, which also happened to be my birthday five days later. I had no way to get in touch with him…I was 21 and abroad for the first time. But he was so kind, not forward, just kind. All I remember is his name was Jeremy, but went by Jerry and he said he worked at the Radisson. I think about that a lot because I truly had the best time there, despite all of the challenges and that exchange changed my experience for the better. Truly an example of the people of Galway. I’m glad we had to stay put, my friend and I met so many incredible locals and local pub owners. My first and last snakebite 😂. Love you, Galway and thank you Jerry. For making me laugh and lifting my spirits and teaching me that the worst had already happened. And there was so much more to explore. I can’t wait to return with my family someday. ♥️