History and Heritage

History & Heritage

Dramatically shaped by heroic events through the centuries, Ireland has a fascinating heritage just waiting to be discovered

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Loughcrew Equinox Dawn

20 Mar 2012 - 22 Mar 2012

The vernal equinox, the beginning of Spring when the rising sun penetrates the passage of cairn T at Loughcrew, illuminating the...

Loughcrew Equinox Dawn September 2012

20 Mar 2012 - 22 Mar 2012

Loughcrew Equinox Dawn September 2012 on the mornings of 21st, 22nd and 23rd September from 7.15am until 8.30am. The Office of...

Lughnasa Festival at Craggaunowen

08 Apr 2012 - 08 Apr 2012

"See re-enactors dressed in costumes spanning from the Bronze Age, through Iron Age, Early Medieval to 16th Century at a special...

Commemoration of the Sinking of RMS Lusitania

06 May 2012 - 06 May 2012

The commemoration of the sinking of RMS Lusitania is a fitting memorial to all those who lost their lives in the wartime tragedy....

O'Driscoll Clan Gathering

21 Jun 2012 - 24 Jun 2012

Baltimore and islands of Cape Clear, Sherkin and Heir have been the seat of the O' Driscoll clan for 1,000 years or more and there...

Week of Welcome - Ireland Reaching Out

24 Jun 2012 - 30 Jun 2012

Week of Welcomes takes place in South East Galway from the 24th-30th June. Why not come for a week or a long weekend! Many towns...

National Heritage Week

18 Aug 2012 - 26 Aug 2012

The Heritage Week programme comprises of a whole range of different activities throughout the country.

National Heritage Week

18 Aug 2012 - 26 Aug 2012

The Heritage Week programme comprises of a whole range of different activities throughout the country.

West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK

14 Mar 2012 - 18 Mar 2012

Celebrating Spring/Summer 2012’s key trends including pastels, sports luxe and shimmer, the programme – which runs from 14-18...

 

 

 

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Castles

Whether crawling through centuries-old ruins or relaxing in 5-star luxury, Ireland’s castles pay homage to the inhabitants of times past

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Ancient Monuments

With a phenomenal array of historical attractions, Ireland is a thrilling destination for anyone with even a fleeting interest in the relics of the past

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Heritage centres

Experience Ireland’s history up close with a trip to one of the country’s many fascinating heritage centres

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Listings

Ebrington
Ebrington

Originally known as 'Strong's Orchard', the Ebrington site was first...

Cúchulainn's Stone
Cúchulainn's Stone

Clochafarmore Standing Stone is an impressive monument standing at...

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Giant's Causeway Coast Experience

Giant's Causeway Coast Experience

<br>2 people 2 nights with 3rd night free for €120 per booking</br> <br>Includes a 2 course meal for 2 and half price tour of...

Did you know?

Leap Castle has reputedly got a very smelly spectre, which was even witnessed by poet WB Yeats during a stay at the castle!