An Siopa Ceoil

Just 11 miles West of Galway in the seaside village of Spiddal, part of the Irish speaking Gaeltacht, An Siopa Ceoil (Irish for "the music shop") welcomes guests into sells a full range of traditional musical instruments, accessories, and recordings. An Siopa Ceoil sells a wide range of instruments, including whistles, Uilleann Pipes, Flutes, Accordians, Guitars, and Fiddles. But An Siopa Ceoil specializes in the Bodr�n drum.

An Siopa Ceoil is home to the world famous Claddagh Bodr�ns. Produced since 1979, Claddagh Bodrans are renowned for their craftsmanship, using quality wood and goat skin and finished to the highest of standards. Made in a range of sizes, Claddagh Bodrans are tunable, allowing the musician to adjust the tension of the skin to give a more accurate and focused tone. Many of the Bodr�ns are hand-painted, inspired from the Book of Kells and the Book of Lindsefarne, or using custom designs personalized to a clients choosing. Claddagh Bodr�ns make an ideal gift, or mementos of an Irish holiday.

If You Go: Guests are always welcome to An Siopa Ceoil, which is open 7 days per week throughout the year. An Siopa Ceoil operates with reduced hours during the wintertime.