more prominent buildings - the workhouse and the police station - were destroyed in the War of Independence. A large chipboard factory can now be found in Scarriff, but the town no longer has a bakery and the dock no longer operates as in former times. Its role now as a stopping point for pleasure crafts is perhaps indicative of the possibilities which exist for Scariff as a tourist centre. Scariff is unique in that much of the town is situated across the river Graney in the neighboring parish of Bodyke, which sometimes is confused for the nearby Tuamgraney. Education At primary level, the area is served by Scariff National School. The local secondary school is Scariff Community College. Facilities Scariff acts as the local shopping centre and has several shops, bars and food outlets. There is also a station of the Garda Síochána. The Irish Seed Savers Association is located nearby. Festivals There are a number of festivals and shows in Scarriff every year, including the Scariff Show (started in 1944), the Scariff Harbour Festival (started in 2003), and the Clare Drama Festival (started in 1947). Notable people Sir Reginald Hart, British Army General and Victoria Cross recipient Sarah McTernan - singer who represented Ireland at Eurovision 2019. See also List of towns and villages in Ireland Market Houses in Ireland Scariff GAA References External links Scariff R.F.C. Website Scariff GAA Website Towns and villages in County Clare Parishes of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Killaloe Populated places on the River Shannon