History and Heritage

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

Events and activities

Slieve Bloom Geology And Natural History Festival

05 Sep 2008 - 07 Sep 2008

A sociable weekend exploring the Geology of the Midlands while walking in the company of John Feehan.

Hills Of Donegal Celtic Festival

25 Sep 2008 - 29 Sep 2008

A celebration of the traditional walks between Donegal & Scotland through the mediums of music, dance and song.

Virginia Pumpkin Festival

24 Oct 2008 - 27 Oct 2008

A weekend filled with live music and street entertainment. Fireworks display at Lough Ramor lakeshore with live music and food.

Carlingford Irish-American Arts Festival

27 Nov 2008 - 30 Nov 2008

A multi-arts festival tracing the historical links between Ireland and the Americans through song, music, dance, visual arts, food...

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

Gleninagh Castle

Looking down from a hillside, this well-preserved sixteenth-century...

Cutts House

A three-bay, two-storey house built in 1859 and designed by Stewart...

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Official links

Heritage Island
Welcome to the best of Ireland's Culture and Heritage
The National Trust
The National Trust is a charity looking after hundreds of historic houses and open air properties
Environment & Heritage Service
Protecting, conserving and promoting our natural environment and built heritage
Museums and Galleries of Northern Ireland
Home to the National Museums of Northern Ireland
Heritage Ireland
Designed to introduce you to some of the many rich and varied attractions of Ireland's heritage.
The Northern Ireland Museums Council
Detailed information on all of the museums in Northern Ireland

What else to explore

Houses Castles & Gardens of Ireland
See Irish architecture at its finest, visit some of the most beautiful gardens in the world
Irelands Heritage, Theatre, Crafts, Lifestyle, Festivals discount pass
Ireland Visitor Discounts, home to 130 of Ireland's finest visitor attractions, theatres, festivals, craft & lifestyle venues.

History and Heritage

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

Events and activities

Slieve Bloom Geology And Natural History Festival

Hills Of Donegal Celtic Festival

Virginia Pumpkin Festival

Carlingford Irish-American Arts Festival

Castles

Ancient monuments

Heritage centres

Listings

Official links

What else to explore

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Places to go

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Special offer

Brown Trout Golf And Country Inn - 2 night midweek break B&B inc 1 evening meal (pps)

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