Visitors to Portumna are captivated by its incredible setting to the west of the point where the River Shannon enters Lough Derg.; its beautiful lake, Marina and Forest Park, a haven of peace and natural beauty. The impressive Portumna Castle, built close to 400 years ago by the de Burgo (Burke) family, stands close to the River Shannon – giving clues to its rich history. Portumna was one of about 50 towns founded by the Normans who came to Ireland in 1169 and is one of the few points where the Shannon can be crossed. It is one of the most picturesque, popular and historic towns in Co. Galway.

Photos courtesy of Susan Keane

PCS NAture Photography Competition MAy 2020

Competition Winners

The entries in the PCS nature photography competition captured nature in its most vivid form.  We were overwhelmed with the level of high quality entries, all unique in their own way.   We are very proud to share all of the entries above.  
​The competition winners were as follows;  in 3rd place, 5th year student Maria Quinn’s photo of a single daisy  “Good morning sunshine”,   in 2nd place we saw wild and rugged nature at its best with a beautiful photo of Lough Derg, well done to 1st year student Ava Bloomer.
Finally, in 1st place, 5th Year student Catherine O’Sullivan’s sunset photo took our breath away and is proof that no matter what happens, every day can end beautifully. 
Congratulations to all the talented photographers who entered the competition and thanks to our judges Jim Hynes & Mr. Fallon.