Athlone Guide
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BEAUTY
| Radiant by Hannah Kelly | RADIANT is a duo of Beauty Clinics based in the Midlands. The RADIANT brand specialises in a vast array of beauty and body treatments carried out, by highly qualified therapists, to the highest standard |
BUSINESS SERVICES
| Athlone Chamber | As a member driven organisation we are the primary voice of business in Athlone |
| RBK | RBK is the largest independently branded accounting firm in Ireland. We provide audit, accounting, taxation and business advisory services to domestic and overseas individuals and companies |
CONSTRUCTION
| Athlone Extrusions | We attach particular importance to sustainable manufacturing processes and environmentally friendly materials |
| Breedon Cement | Breedon Cement Ireland operate a state of the art cement manufacturing facility. Commissioned in 2002, it is one of the most modern cement plants in Europe |
EDUCATION
| Grovelands Childcare | Grovelands is a family business. Ensuring your little ones receive a level of care and education that’s second to none is what drives each and every one of us |
| TUS | TUS is a multi-campus university spread across seven campuses throughout Ireland’s Midwest and Midlands region. With principal campuses at Limerick and Athlone, we benefit from an already strong and vibrant history of education and learning in the wider region |
FINANCIAL SERVICES
| Allied Irish Bank | The AIB parent company, Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c., originally named Allied Irish Banks Limited, was incorporated in Ireland in September 1966 |
| West-Midlands Credit Union | West-Midlands Credit Union is a reliable financial institution providing banking services to the community |
| Gateway Insurance | Gateway Insurance was founded in 1981. For more than 40 years we have been delivering value to our customers on price and cover in the products and financial services we offer |
FOOD & DRINK
| A Slice of Life | A Slice of Life was established in 1993 by sisters Elaine and Leigh Denby, born out of a love of cooking with their mother in the family B&B |
| Dead Centre Brewing | Situated in the lively heart of Athlone, Co Westmeath, Dead Centre Brewing is your go-to destination for award-winning craft beer and mouth-watering gourmet pizza. Irish Pub Awards and IBYE Restaurant Awards winner |
| Gertie Brownes/Peadars | Gertie Browne’s Bar is the perfect spot to cosy up and enjoy a good pint or drink and a bite to eat |
| Kin Khao | Kin Khao Thai set the standard for Thai food in Ireland. Our chefs are a tight team hailing from every region of Thailand |
| Left Bank Bistro | Located on a sunny corner in Athlone’s most vibrant food and drink quarter Left Bank Bistro is well regarded as one of the most vibrant dining experiences in Athlone, a favourite of visitors & locals alike. Founded in 1995 by Annie McNamara and Mary McCullagh, it’s why this neighbourhood is now called The Left Bank Quarter |
| Poppy Fields | Poppy Fields menu boasts a widely acclaimed ‘Today’s Specials’ option, with four Hot Specials available every day, to compliment the regular menu |
| Sean’s Bar | Sean’s Bar is a traditional Irish pub located in the heart of Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Sean’s Bar has a rich history and is officially Ireland’s oldest pub. |
| The Snug | Open 7 days a week, serving perfectly poured pints, delicious pizzas, and a great cosy atmosphere. Celebrate in style with our versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, perfect for any occasion. |
| Thyme | Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant with Seasonal Menus featuring the very best of Local Produce in Athlone |
HEALTHCARE
| Elliot Opticians | Established in 1990, Elliott Opticians is an independent family run business, managed by husband and wife team, John and Rena Elliott |
| McDonnells Pharmacy | Family-owned pharmacy in Magazine road, Athlone |
HOSPITALITY
| Hodson Bay Group | Owned by the O’Sullivan family, Hodson Bay Group enjoys the flexibility to continually review and refine its facilities and processes |
| Radisson Blu | Relax by the riverside near the popular attractions in Athlone |
| Wineport Lodge | Since we opened as a small restaurant in 1993 we have strived to continuously improve everything we do. We are a proud Member of Ireland’s Blue Book; a remarkable collection of places to stay and eat |
LEGAL SERVICES
| Byrne Carolan Cunningham | Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors was founded in 1992 when we opened our first office in the heart of Athlone, Co. Westmeath |
| Melotte O’Carroll | Our Law Firm in Athlone has been in existence for over 170 years and is one of the longest established legal practices in the Midlands. |
LEISURE
| Baysports | At Baysports, we’re not just about recreation; we’re about creating unforgettable experiences. No matter what the weather you will have fun here, either on the water or just relaxing on the shore |
| Viking Tours Athlone | Known locally as “Viking Mike”, Michael McDonnell established Viking Tours in 1999 as a themed passenger vessel |
MANUFACTURING
| Irish Life Sciences | Irish Life Sciences state of the art manufacturing facility is based in Athlone, Ireland. Irish Life Sciences offer our own range of lab consumables |
PRINTING
| M J Flood | MJ Flood Group is Ireland’s largest indigenous supplier of Office Printers, Managed Print Services and Security Systems tailored for the local Irish marketplace |
| Spectrum Signs | Established in 1998, Spectrum Signs is a family-run, multi-award-winning company specialising in a wide range of signage, vehicle graphics, shopfronts, and wide-format printing |
| Temple Printing | Temple Printing has a long tradition of printing in the midlands with over 60 years experience. We offer our customers modern designs, quick turn around times and high quality print using litho and digital printing processes |
PUBLIC SECTOR
| Athlone.ie/Luan Gallery | Athlone.ie is your go-to resource for all things Athlone. Whether you’re a local resident, a tourist, or a business owner, we aim to provide accurate and helpful information to make your experience exceptional |
| Westmeath Co Co/Athlone Municpal District | Westmeath County Council was established under the Local Government (Ireland) Act 1898. It has its administrative headquarters in Mullingar. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services |
SHOPPING
| Arcadia Property Management | Arcadia Athlone Retail Park is a prime midlands retail destination. It is home to award-winning stores |
| Athlone Town Centre | As one of the leading retail destinations in the country, Athlone Towncentre Shopping Centre is ideally located in the heart of Athlone, a thriving business and shopping town in the Midland |
| Burgess | Burgess Department Store, Ireland’s longest established department store, first opened its doors in 1839 in Athlone and from that day to this, the service and range found in every department has made the store a magnet for shoppers throughout the Midlands |
| Celtic Roots Studios | Celtic Roots was established in 1990 and has been based in Ballinahown, County Westmeath, Ireland since 1998 |
| Dooleys West End Flowers | We are a hands-on family-run business, established by Kevin and Mary Dooley in 1978 on Connaught Street, Athlone |
| Dubarry | Dubarry of Ireland, legally known as Dubarry Shoes is a premium footwear and clothing company that manufactures and supplies waterproof leather boots for Sailing and Outdoor pursuits as well as shoes and clothing designed for day-to-day wear |
| Heavin Carpets & Furniture | Michael Heavin Carpets offers a expert carpet and vinyl fitting service |
| Heavins Hardware | Heavins Hardware Centre is a family run business based in Athlone, Co.Westmeath. The story begins back in January 1984 when Willie and Maureen Heavin started a small Hardware Store |
| Home Suite Home | Home Suite Home is fast becoming one of the Midland’s most popular destination stores for the best quality, bespoke furniture and interior accessories |
| King of Decor | Party on with our monumental range of party supplies for each and every special occasion. With everything from birthday supplies to party accessories and seasonal decorations, take the first step towards a perfect celebration! |
| Olivia Danielle | Olivia Danielle is the Midlands Premier Ladies Designer destination Fashion Boutique located In Athlone Co.Westmeath since 1979. |
| SuperValu | SuperValu is part of the Musgrave Group, Ireland’s largest grocery and food distributor, with 192 independently owned stores throughout Ireland |
TRANSPORTATION
| Shaw Commercials | Established in 1997, Shaw Commercials offers a high-quality service to all operators of commercial vehicles. Mick Shaw, the proprietor of Shaw Commercials, has built his business into one of the premier commercial vehicle sales, hire and repair centres in Ireland. |
| Spa Transport Ltd | We pride ourselves in offering premium quality services to our clients, ranging from airport transfers and corporate events transportation to sightseeing tours and wedding transportation |
Image credits: ‘Shannon’ by Alan Nagle
