March 17 is a time to reflect on how St Patrick changed the face of Ireland…
Happy St Patrick’s Day
The story of St Patrick
Just who was the man who changed the face of Christianity in Ireland, where did he come from, and where is his life story revealed in all its glory?
Just who was the man who changed the face of Christianity in Ireland, where did he come from, and where is his life story revealed in all its glory?

Behind the myths
Did St Patrick really banish snakes from Ireland, how did he select the simple shamrock as his emblem and why does the colour green symbolise Ireland and the Irish across the world?

Let’s get the party started
March 17 used to be just a holy day in Ireland, but how did it become synonymous with a celebration of all things Irish, and where did the first St Patrick’s day parade take place?
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