Charity Soccer Match

This evening in the Fairgreen there will be a charity match in aid of the Ennis Old Folks between an Avenue Wanderers X1 and a Moroneys Bar X1. The Avenue team will be managed by…

Posted on Saturday, 30 August 2008
Wedding Pics Up

Finally the pictures from BJ and Tracy wedding can be see in the photo gallery. Hopefully they will bring back some of the memories of what was a super day in County Sligo. If you…

Posted on Wednesday, 27 August 2008
Bon Voyage Adie

On 6th September next Adie Murphy son of the late Christy Murphy from Hermitage who was founder of the 1st Ennis Boy Scout Troop will head to Chad for six months duty as part of…

Posted on Thursday, 21 August 2008
Hurlers and Honeymooners Are Back

Sunday next promises to be a great day in Moroneys with the Clare hurlers playing Cork in the All Ireland Quarter Final on the big screens and more importantly the return of the honeymooners BJ…

Posted on Friday, 25 July 2008
Hurling Feaver In The Air

This weekend promises to be a great occassion with two very important events taking place. First up is the wedding of Brian John and Tracy on Saturday in Sligo while on Sunday at 4pm in…

Posted on Thursday, 10 July 2008
Tracy and BJ 's Big Day

On the 12th July in Markree Castle, Collooney, Co. Sligo the man responsible for the well being and running of Moroneys, Brian John McCarthy will wed the lovely Tracy McNevin. Knowing the couple this promises…

Posted on Thursday, 26 June 2008
Bring On Tipp

After an exciting tussle with Limerick last Sunday in Thurles, Clare qualified for a Munster Final meeting with arch rivals Tipperary on 13th July at the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick. While Clare never reached the…

Posted on Thursday, 26 June 2008
Great Day For The Banner Hurlers

Last Sunday in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick the Clare hurlers gave a tremendous display to defeat reigning Munster Hurling Champions Waterford in the first round of the MSH Championship. It's five years since Clare…

Posted on Thursday, 05 June 2008
Rock Claim The Cup

A determined Rock Rovers who played an exciting brand of football upset the favourites Bunratty to claim the Clare Cup at Doora on Saturday evening last. It was one of the better finals over the…

Posted on Thursday, 22 May 2008
Good Luck To Rock Rovers

On Saturday evening at 6.30pm in the County Grounds at Doora, Rock Rovers will line out in the Cup Final against cup specialists Bunratty. This is a great achievement for Tommy Leahy's boys who play…

Posted on Friday, 16 May 2008
Barca Boys Are Back

Having decided to travel to Barcelona to celebrate 21 years of playing soccer together The Barca 14 are back and in recovery after a super three days in Europe's No 1 city. Each member of…

Posted on Sunday, 27 April 2008
Road Lay Out Change In Lower Market Street

Just under two weeks ago the Ennis Town Concil erected an island in the centre of the road in the Lower Market area know as The Mall and directly outside Moroneys Bar. This has ment…

Posted on Thursday, 10 April 2008
Moroney's Gets A Makeover

What better day than Good Friday to give a pub a facelift with a day's painting and so it was that Noel (Squaw) McCarthy and Colm McNevin got the brushes out and got to work.…

Posted on Friday, 21 March 2008
Hwyl Cymru - Cheers Wales

Yesterday in Croke Park the Welsh rugby team defeated Ireland 16-12 to win the Triple Crown and set up a tilt at the Grand Slam next week in Cadiff against France. The win also set…

Posted on Sunday, 09 March 2008
Spurs Fans Celebrate Carling Cup Success

Well as they say everything comes to those who wait and this is certainly true in Spurs case when they defeated London rivals Chelsea in todays Carling Cup Final at Wembley.Having only defeated their great…

Posted on Sunday, 24 February 2008
Celebrating Twenty Years Off Football

What started off nearly twenty years ago as a group of friends getting together to play inter pub soccer for Cheers Bar ( formerly Darcys Bar and run by Cyril Cusack and Kieran Gleeson )…

Posted on Friday, 22 February 2008
Moroneys In Croker

On Wednesday week last the Moroneys Bar On Tour flag was flying high in the Cusack Stand in Croke Park for the international soccer friendly between the Republic of Ireland and Brazil. Up there for…

Posted on Friday, 15 February 2008
Happy 40th James

On Friday night last the one and only James Fenton celebrated his 40th birthday with a party in his local Moroneys. James along with all his family and friends including some of his fellow Liverpool…

Posted on Monday, 04 February 2008
Come On You Spurs

Well Spurs fanatic Brian John has waited a long time to shout about his beloved team. It has taken Tottenham Hotspur 22 games to defeat their deadly rivals Arsenal but they did it in style…

Posted on Wednesday, 23 January 2008
Sports Quiz - So You Know It All !

On Tuesday night 5th February there will be a Sports Quiz in Moroneys with all proceeds going to Cahercalla Hospice. The quiz is the brain child of Martin McGuane who works in Roche and there…

Posted on Monday, 14 January 2008
Ringing In The New Year

Well Brian John and his staff certainly ushered in the New Year at Moroneys in style with Marcus Moloney and nine of his friends playing out the old and welcoming in the New Year with…

Posted on Wednesday, 02 January 2008
United - Pat and Karrieann

Well it's true Pat Hennessy has got engaged to the gorgeous Karrieann McDonald. To say this is one of the fittest couples in Ireland would not be a exaggeration. Karrieann is a well know fitness…

Posted on Thursday, 20 December 2007
Happy Christmas One And All

Well it's hard to credit that twelve months have passed since last Christmas but as they say time does not stand still and we're all a year older now. Despite a terrible summer made up…

Posted on Friday, 07 December 2007
Dieter Comes To Town

On Friday night last Dieter Langer (Louis Lovett) of RTE Killinascully fame visited Moroneys for a few pints of Guinness. While it was a long way from Dinny's Bar in the TV comedy programme he…

Posted on Thursday, 06 December 2007
Trad Pictures Up

On Sunday 11th November as part of the Ennis Trad Festival there was a mighty Trad Session in Moroneys and there to take pictures of the event was our very own Brian John. Among the…

Posted on Thursday, 06 December 2007
Happy Birthday Nicola

Tonight we give a hearty welcome to Nicola Dormer, her husband Jason and all their family and friends to Moroneys to celebrate her birthday. Now as everyone knows one should'nt ask a lady her age…

Posted on Friday, 23 November 2007
Three In A Row For Moroneys

At the Annual Ennis Tidy Towns Awards Moroneys Bar has won a third consecutive award for it's window box floral display. The awards are being presented at the De Valera Library on Friday night and…

Posted on Thursday, 15 November 2007
Ennis Trad Festival

It's that time of the year again when the trad festival hits town starting on Thursday 8th until Monday 12th November. As usual Moroneys will play their part with sessions on each night with the…

Posted on Friday, 09 November 2007
Harry's Painting Of Moroneys

Local artist Harry Guinnane recently completed a painting of Moroneys and this was a labour of love for him as his late father Sean who was a founding member of The Faughs and County Board…

Posted on Sunday, 04 November 2007
Long Standing Customer Of Moroneys

Going on over 50 years Jimmy Fenton Snr from Ard Na Greine in Ennis has been a customers of Moroneys. Always dressed in a beautiful suit Jimmy would make his way up to the Market…

Posted on Saturday, 03 November 2007
Eire Og Senoir B Champs

Finally a piece of silverware for the Eire Og hurlers when on Sunday last they beat Ogonnelloe on a scoreline of 0-20 to 0-15 at Cusack Park. On the day they had big performances from…

Posted on Friday, 26 October 2007
Hurlers Aim For Senior B Championship

On Sunday Eire Og will do battle with Ogonnelloe in the Senior Hurling B Final in Cusack Park and John Russells boys will be hoping for victory for what is a very young senior team.…

Posted on Sunday, 21 October 2007
Congratulations To Lissycasey

The famine has finally ended for the footballers of Lissycasey when they defeated Eire Og in last Sundays County Football Final. Having been beaten in two county finals in recent years there was no stopping…

Posted on Sunday, 21 October 2007
The Monty Mint Boys

For some of Moroneys younger brigade Tuesday proved a fruitful day at the Tipperary races. Cathal McCarthy who works in the bar and his colleagues Ross Griffin, Chris Shannon, Ian Guilfoyle, Stephen Dinan, Danny Russell…

Posted on Wednesday, 10 October 2007
Eire Og Chase Two in a Row

On Sunday next Eire Og take on Lissycasey in the County Senior Football Final in Cusack Park in what is a repeat of last years final. On that occassion The Townies emerged winners having overcome…

Posted on Wednesday, 10 October 2007
Good Luck to Greenlight Driving Instruction

On October 1st Mike Fahy will launch his new venture Green Light Driving Instruction based in Newmarket on Fergus. Mike who along with his good wife Jacquie are regulars in Moroneys will offer 1…

Posted on Tuesday, 25 September 2007
John Joe Kelly at Glor Aug 29th

Bodhran player extraordinaire John Joe Kelly will play Glor along with accordianiast Dermot Byrne, fiddler Ciaran Tourish, flute player and piper Mike McGoldrick and guitarist John Doyle. This promises to be a great night for…

Posted on Wednesday, 22 August 2007
Happy 40th Christy

Now most of us like to take things easy for our 40th, others would prefer to let the day pass un noticed but not our good friend Christy Nestor. Instead Christy and his friends went…

Posted on Wednesday, 22 August 2007
Soccer Season Back In Full Swing

Despite the terrible summer we had weather wise it seems an eternity since the soccer season ended. On Sunday next one of the clashes of the season takes place when Liverpool and Chelsea clash at…

Posted on Thursday, 16 August 2007
Come On The Banner

Sunday is a big day in the hurling year with Clare and Limerick meeting in the All Ireland Q/F in Croke Park.While many will make the trip those of you who stay at home can…

Posted on Saturday, 28 July 2007
More Wedding Bells on The Way

Congratulations to Cyril White ( Young Spinky) who got engaged on Saturday last to Carole Ann McNamara in the romantic city of Paris.It looks like Spinky Snr won't be going on any Leeds trips this…

Posted on Monday, 02 July 2007
Welcome Home Tony

To coincide with the Ennis Street Festival Clare Hurling All Star Tony Griffin will arrive home in Ennis on Sunday evening following his epic 7000km cycle across Canada in aid of cancer research. Tony undertook…

Posted on Wednesday, 27 June 2007
Ennis Street Festival Sunday 1st July

What started two years ago as a small event in Lower Market Street has now evolved into a annual festival. Along with musical workshops,puppet shows, face painting, the Galway Circus Project will showcase their skills…

Posted on Wednesday, 27 June 2007
Saying Good Bye To Single Life

On Saturday next the 2nd June in St Mary's Church Mullagh Pat "Basil" Whelan will walk down the aisle with Patricia Cahill followed afterwards with a reception in The Bellbridge Hotel,Spanish Point. Basil is…

Posted on Sunday, 27 May 2007
Double for Celtic

The Ennis Branch of the Glasgow Celtic supporters club were in jubilant mood yesterday evening when Celtic completed the double by beating Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup Final. As usual they celebrated in style and…

Posted on Sunday, 27 May 2007
Fleadh Nua Time Again

This weekend the Fleadh Nua reaches it's climax with a cultural prade through the streets of Ennis at 4pm. The time has been changed to let the natives watch the Munster Hurling Championship game between…

Posted on Sunday, 27 May 2007
EnnisLUSC Down but not OUT

Our friends in the Ennis Leeds United Supporters Club who meet and watch games in Moroney's may be downhearted with their beloved Leeds being relegated to Division 1 of the Football League but they are…

Posted on Saturday, 12 May 2007
Celtic Champs Once Again

On Sunday last Moroneys was heaving with supporters of the famed Hoops gathering for their potential Championship winning game vs Kilmarnock. A win for Celtic would guarantee the League title and Colm McDonagh,John Lavery,John Reynolds,Chris…

Posted on Wednesday, 25 April 2007
Abbey Trophy Update

In the battle for Abbey Trophy hounours seasoned veteran Ger Hanrahan defeated first time competition entrant Kieran "Ginger " Ryan on the 18th after an epic battle. Ger is a previous winner of the trophy…

Posted on Wednesday, 25 April 2007
Shoot-out at Ennis Golf Club

In the qualifying round for the Abbey Trophy,one of the oldest competitions played at the Ennis Golf Club five regulars from Moroney's qualified for the last 16. Interestingly four of the lads have been paired…

Posted on Friday, 23 March 2007
Happy St Patrick's Day

If you are in town on Saturday after the parade which finishes in The Market why not drop in and join us in cheering for Ireland in their Six Nations Rugby match vs Italy. The atmosphere…

Posted on Friday, 16 March 2007
Good Luck to Ennislusc Supporters

On Friday next 9th March 23 supporters of the Ennis Leeds United Supporters Club will travel over to Elland Road for the Championship game vs Luton Town. The club is based in Moroneys and we…

Posted on Tuesday, 06 March 2007
Where's My Whiskers

Well Friday night lived up to expectations and there was a great turnout for Liam's beard shave in aid of St Anne's School in Ennis. There to enjoy the night were many of his friends…

Posted on Sunday, 25 February 2007
Liam To Have A Close Shave

Our good friend and avid Leeds United supporter Liam Jones from Whitegate will have his famous beard shaved in aid of St Anne's School ,Ennis on Friday night 23rd February in Moroney's Bar. This is…

Posted on Monday, 15 January 2007
New Year's Eve in Moroney's

To welcome in the New Year there will be a massive trad session in Moroney's with Marcus Moloney, John Joe Kelly and friends starting at 7.30pm.Looking forward to ringing in the new year with all…

Posted on Sunday, 31 December 2006
Wedding Bells On The Horizon

Congratulations to Marcus Moloney and Mags on their engagement from Brian John and all the staff at Moroney's.On Wednesday night next,which is Marcus's resident night there will be a party in Moroney's and…

Posted on Sunday, 17 December 2006
Christmas Greetings

Brian John and all the staff at Moroney's would like to wish all their loyal customers a very Happy and Peaceful Christmas.There will be many party nights over the festive season so do drop in…

Posted on Friday, 15 December 2006
All the way from Leeds

Over in Ennis for the weekend were our good friends Angie and Carol from the Prince of Wales pub in the heart of Leeds.Unfortunately Angie's husband Paul could'nt join her as he was on…

Posted on Saturday, 02 December 2006
Glasgow Celtic Supporters Club Ennis

If it's Celtic you support you can be sure to find their supporters in Moroney's on match days.The Hoop followers including Colm McDonagh, John Lavery, Chris Dobbin and John Reynolds would only be too delighted…

Posted on Saturday, 02 December 2006
Second Successive Award In Tidy Town's

For the second year in succession Moroney's Bar were successful in the Ennis Tidy Towns Award cermony held in the De Valera Library Ennis on Friday 17th November. The award was for the Shop Window…

Posted on Friday, 17 November 2006
Jack Comes To Moroney's

On Tuesday 1st November Alan Malone and his team mates visited Moroney's with the Jack Daly Cup.Having beaten Lissycasey in the County Senior Football Final on the previous Sunday it was great to see…

Posted on Wednesday, 15 November 2006
Good Luck To Lifford Ladies

On Sunday next the Lifford ladies soccer team will travel to Castlebar to take on Mayo in the semi final of the Senior Cup. Our very own Irene Hehir will be part of the squad…

Posted on Wednesday, 15 November 2006
Ennis Trad Festival Thurs 9th - Mon 13th Nov '06

It's that time of the year again when the Ennis Trad Festival kicks off with Festival Director John Rynne promising a feast of music with over 500 musicians employed to play in 25 pubs in…

Posted on Wednesday, 08 November 2006
Halloween Party

On Tuesday night 1st Nov there will be a Halloween Party in Moroney's where staff will be in costume and patrons are invited to do likewise. This was a super night last year when staff…

Posted on Saturday, 28 October 2006
Best Wishes to Eire Og

On Sunday 29th Oct Eire Og will taken on Lissycasey in the County Senior Football Final at Cusack Park in what promises to be a great final. Brian John ,staff and patrons of Moroney's would…

Posted on Saturday, 28 October 2006
Tribute Night To Christy Murphy and Ennis Scouts

A special tribute night to the Ennis Boy Scouts and in particular to one of its founding members the late Christy Murphy was held in Moroney's on Monday night.Two framed pictures were unveiled by Christy's…

Posted on Tuesday, 29 August 2006
Leeds United Supporters Club AGM

On Sunday 27th August the Ennis Branch of the Leeds United Supporters Club held their AGM in Moroney's.A good turnout of members were present following the live showing of the Sheffield Wednesday vs Leeds Championship…

Posted on Monday, 28 August 2006
Welcome Home Harry

After leaving Ennis over 25 years ago to study art and follow his dream Harry Guinane from Carmody St (lived opposite ESB) has returned to his roots. His late Dad, Sean, was a staunch and…

Posted on Thursday, 10 August 2006
Polo Tops and Tee Shirts Available

Following many enquiries as to where the staff got their lovely tops,Moroney's now have polo tops and tee shirts for sale.Both tops have the crest of the pub on the front while on the back…

Posted on Thursday, 10 August 2006
Good Luck to Clare

If you can't get to Croke Park on Sunday next (13th August) for the All Ireland Hurling semi final between Clare and Kilkenny why not watch it in Moroney's and enjoy the electric atmosphere.Throw…

Posted on Wednesday, 09 August 2006
New-Look Gallery

The photo gallery has been re-vamped with a new look, and also behind-the-scenes, adding new photos will be quicker, so you can look forward to more pictures soon!

Posted on Wednesday, 09 August 2006
We're Back!

We realise that the site has been down for the past few weeks and we have been working to get it fixed. We are pleased to say that the site is now back to normal…

Posted on Thursday, 27 July 2006
Heineken Cup Final

On Saturday 20th May, Munster take on Biarritz at 3pm in Cardiff in the Heineken Cup Final, and are hoping for victory after two previous final defeats. Many of our loyal locals are heading over,…

Posted on Thursday, 18 May 2006
Ennis Leeds United Supporters Club

On Friday 5th May and Monday 8th, the Ennis Branch of the Leeds United Supporters Club gathered in Moroney's for the play-off semi-finals in the Championship vs. Preston. Although the pub caters for all sports…

Posted on Sunday, 14 May 2006
Waterboys in Moroney's!

On Wednesday 1st March Mike Scott & The Waterboys played the first of their two sell-out concerts in Glor and afterwards adjourned to Moroneys to listen to the weekly Wednesday night trad session. There were…

Posted on Thursday, 23 March 2006
Ennis Trad Festival 10th - 14th November 2005

This event which is now in its 12th year, attracting thousands to Ennis from far and wide who come to enjoy the music, craic and drink is on to another winner this weekend. Traditional music…

Posted on Saturday, 12 November 2005
Award for Moroney's

In the annual Ennis Tidy Towns Awards ceremony held in the County Library on Friday evening 11th November, Moroney's Bar were successful in gaining an award for the shop front and their floral display. This…

Posted on Saturday, 12 November 2005
New Pictures Added to Gallery

We have added some new pictures to the Picture Gallery. Check them out here.

Posted on Tuesday, 23 August 2005
Welcome

Welcome to moroneysbar.com, the website for all you need to know about Moroney's Bar.

The site is still under construction at the moment, but feel free to look around. Some links don't work right now, but…

Posted on Tuesday, 28 June 2005