Irish Stick Fighting London

09/09/2026

“ The Galtymore “

On a Friday night in Cricklewood the queue stood four abreast up the Broadway, and every one of them had a Monday morning on a building site or a hospital ward waiting at the far end of it.

🪗 The Galtymore opened at 194 Cricklewood Broadway in 1952, founded by a Kerryman named John Byrnes and run by his family to the last night. It took its name from the mountain in the Galtees. Two halls under one roof, country and showbands in one and a disco in the other, and the biggest bar most of them had ever stood at. In early 1967 Larry Cunningham and the Mighty Avons drew 6,850 paying customers in a single night. It was one stop on a whole circuit: the Blarney on Tottenham Court Road, the Buffalo in Camden Town, the Innisfree in Ealing, the Hibernian in Fulham Broadway.

More than 500,000 people left independent Ireland between 1945 and 1960, and roughly three in four of them went to Britain. Big Tom closed the Galtymore in the last week of May 2008 with Auld Lang Syne, fifty six years after it opened, and said afterwards there was nowhere left in London that would pull a crowd. There is a supermarket and ninety odd flats on the site now.

02/09/2026

⭐️We have a few spaces left for Friday 11th September. If you thinking to come along let us know and do your best to be there - you won’t be disappointed!

Tel or Text 07970 467467

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

25/08/2026

Get your prebook tickets early only £40 per workshop * Limited Spaces *
Tel or Text - 07970 467467

email: [email protected]

Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this histotry alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

21/08/2026

Only 3 WEEKS TO GO - book your space now and let us know you are coming along :

Friday 11th September , all details on flyer - please screenshot and share the details to those who would be interested to come along .

BOOK YOUR SPACE NOW ! ✅ bring a friend along Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

29/07/2026

BOOK YOUR SPACE NOW ! ✅ bring a friend along Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

29/07/2026

Just about 6 weeks until the date !
Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

26/07/2026

Good luck to the players and supporters today for the big game ! May the best team win 🏆

19/07/2026

Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages ( PG ) and fitness levels & abilities. Absolute beginners, other martial artists , someone just wants to try it out !
Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : ⁨07970 467467⁩

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

19/07/2026

Come along and keep some history alive . Take part and have some fun in a safe controlled environment with a fully Certified & insured Bataireacht Instructor.

People often ask

🟢 1./ is it really a martial art from Ireland 🇮🇪 ?
a lot only see the shillalegh ( bata ) as an ornament. It has much more history and a real martial arts system passed down generation to generation that was almost extinct. Now being rekindled and shared worldwide
🟢 2./ can anyone learn ? Absolutely, suits all ages and fitness levels & abilities. Training sticks are provided either in foam covered type or a wooden version made from Ash , beech or hickory depending upon the technique being practiced.
🟢 3./ Why to come and try ? Learn some self defence skills , be part of keeping this history alive , try something different and meet like minded people whilst having some fun .

You are most welcome to come alone or bring a friend along so let us know you can make it by text or tel : 07970 467467

Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Friday 11th September 2026
Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Let us know you are coming 🟢

17/07/2026

LET US KNOW IF YOU CAN MAKE IT !!

🟢 07970 467467 tel or text me

Learn some of the history and practice some of the basics from this ancient art

Save the Dates & Book your ticket Now - limited spaces ..
Look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming Beginners Workshops !

🟢 Friday 11th September
Childs Hill Library Centre
320 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 2QE

Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm

🟢 Friday 2nd October - Coventry
Wellness Centre & Kung Fu
Unit 34A
Bilton Industrial Estate
Humber Avenue
Coventry
CV3 1JL

Arrival 6:30pm registration
7pm to 9pm