Curraghgour Boat Club CLG

Curraghgour Boat Club Company Limited by Guarantee is a historic community organisation dedicated to preserving the age‑old traditions of fishing and wooden boat building along the Shannon in Limerick. Founded in 1877 on the original site of the South Tower, the club draws on a lineage that stretches back to the Viking settlements and the Siege of Limerick, offering members a unique link to the city’s maritime heritage.

The club’s core activities centre on hands‑on boat‑building workshops, seasonal fishing outings and the curation of a rich photographic archive that celebrates the river’s legacy. Regular events, talks and a lively blog keep both members and the wider public engaged with the craft, while the photo gallery showcases the skill and camaraderie that define the club’s ethos. By fostering these practices, Curraghgour Boat Club ensures that the knowledge of an ancient, traditional lifestyle is passed down to future generations.

Based in the heart of Limerick, the club serves local enthusiasts, families and anyone with an interest in Ireland’s nautical past, providing a welcoming environment where heritage and community sail together.