Moyasta and Querrin are two small, upriver communities nestled close to the wildlife haven that is Poulnasherry (Poll na nOisr\u00ed \u2013 Pool of the Oysters) Bay. Moyasta village, gateway to the Loop Head peninsula, is the home of the West Clare Railway (see History & Heritage) and of the celebrated Nell Galvin Traditional Music Weekend (see Culture & Education). It is also a draw for bird-watchers because of the many significant species \u2013 including Greenland White-Fronted Geese, Whooper Swans and Brent Geese \u2013 that overwinter there.<\/p>\n
Querrin, on the southern coast of the peninsula about six kilometres from Kilkee, is the home port of the Sally O\u2019Keeffe (see History & Heritage). Querrin has a pier and a creek which fills at high tide, protected by what is known locally as the Island. Querrin Creek is a well-known bird-watching spot and is listed as a Special Protected Area (SPA).<\/p>\n
There is good fishing from Querrin pier, and it\u2019s perfect for swimming. The handball alley in the village is a centre of activity in the summer months.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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