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From sacred sites to family roots, we bring Ireland’s rich tapestry to life.
Dirty Old Town - Irish Song Lyrics

Dirty Old Town - Irish Song Lyrics

“Dirty Old Town,” though frequently performed by Irish musicians and often assumed to be an Irish folk song, was actually…
Kilgary Mountain (Whiskey in the Jar) - Irish Song Lyrics

Kilgary Mountain (Whiskey in the Jar) - Irish Song Lyrics

“Whiskey in the Jar,” also known as “Kilgary Mountain,” stands as one of Ireland’s most iconic folk songs, with roots…
All Through the Night - Irish Song Lyrics

All Through the Night - Irish Song Lyrics

“All Through the Night,” known in Welsh as “Ar Hyd y Nos,” is actually a Welsh folk song that has…
Lakes of Ponchartrain - Irish Song Lyrics

Lakes of Ponchartrain - Irish Song Lyrics

“The Lakes of Pontchartrain,” despite its Irish folk music associations, actually originated in America during the mid-19th century. The song…
Erin Go Bragh - Irish Song Lyrics

Erin Go Bragh - Irish Song Lyrics

“Erin Go Bragh,” a patriotic Irish anthem whose title translates to “Ireland Forever,” emerged during the tumultuous period of Irish…
Down by the Salley Gardens - Irish Song Lyrics

Down by the Salley Gardens - Irish Song Lyrics

“Down by the Salley Gardens” is a beloved Irish poem-turned-song with rich historical roots. It was published by William Butler…

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List of Irish family names

List of Irish family names

Irish surnames offer a fascinating glimpse into the rich tapestry of Ireland’s history and culture. These names, steeped in centuries…
O'Kennedy: family name history

O'Kennedy: family name history

The surname O’Kennedy, rooted deeply in Irish heritage, carries a historical resonance that traces back to the early medieval period.…
The Rich Tapestry of Irish Heraldry: Exploring Family Crests and Their Significance

The Rich Tapestry of Irish Heraldry: Exploring Family Crests and Their Significance

Heraldry, the art and science of designing, displaying, and studying armorial bearings, plays a significant role in Irish history and…
Understanding the Symbolism in Irish Coats of Arms and Family Crests

Understanding the Symbolism in Irish Coats of Arms and Family Crests

Irish coats of arms and family crests are rich with history and symbolism, reflecting the cultural, familial, and historical narratives…

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Doe Castle, County Donegal

Doe Castle, County Donegal

Standing on a rocky promontory jutting into Sheephaven Bay near Creeslough, Doe Castle has the kind of natural defences that…
Carmelite Abbey, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal

Carmelite Abbey, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal

The priory, originally dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, consisted of a church with chancel, central tower, nave and transept,…
Bunratty Castle, Bunratty East, Co. Clare

Bunratty Castle, Bunratty East, Co. Clare

The site has hosted four different castles since 1251, when Anglo-Norman Robert de Muscegros first fortified the area with what…
Lough Eske Castle, Co. Donegal

Lough Eske Castle, Co. Donegal

The current structure dates to 1861, but it occupies the site of an earlier mansion built in 1751, which itself…
Barberstown Castle, Barberstown, Co. Kildare

Barberstown Castle, Barberstown, Co. Kildare

The almost square, four-storey tower measures internally about 5.9 metres north to south and 4.85 metres wide, with walls 1.8…
Portlick Castle, Portlick, Co. Westmeath

Portlick Castle, Portlick, Co. Westmeath

The castle’s origins trace back to the Dillon family, descendants of Henry de Lion who arrived in Ireland in 1185…
Camlin Castle, Belleek, Co. Fermanagh

Camlin Castle, Belleek, Co. Fermanagh

Camlin Castle was a prominent estate near Belleek straddling the Donegal-Fermanagh border. The mansion stood from the early 1700s until…
Rosturk Castle, Mulranny, Co. Mayo

Rosturk Castle, Mulranny, Co. Mayo

Rosturk Castle is situated on the Corraun peninsula in Clew Bay, County Mayo, Ireland, offering panoramic views of the islet-studded…
Ross Castle, Co. Galway

Ross Castle, Co. Galway

Ross Castle is situated 9 miles from Galway City at Roscahill, bordering Connemara. The property stands on the shores of…
Beaulieu House & Garden, Drogheda, Co. Louth

Beaulieu House & Garden, Drogheda, Co. Louth

Nestled along the banks of the River Boyne in County Louth, and located just two miles east of Drogheda, this…
Brazeel House, Swords, Co. Dublin

Brazeel House, Swords, Co. Dublin

Brazeel House, also known as Brazil House, was a significant historical residence located to the west of Brackenstown House, near…
Classiebawn Castle, Mullaghmore, Co. Sligo

Classiebawn Castle, Mullaghmore, Co. Sligo

Classiebawn Castle stands as a majestic testament to architectural grandeur and historical depth on the Mullaghmore Peninsula near the village…

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Dirty Old Town - Irish Song Lyrics

Dirty Old Town - Irish Song Lyrics

“Dirty Old Town,” though frequently performed by Irish musicians and often assumed to be an Irish folk song, was actually…
Kilgary Mountain (Whiskey in the Jar) - Irish Song Lyrics

Kilgary Mountain (Whiskey in the Jar) - Irish Song Lyrics

“Whiskey in the Jar,” also known as “Kilgary Mountain,” stands as one of Ireland’s most iconic folk songs, with roots…
All Through the Night - Irish Song Lyrics

All Through the Night - Irish Song Lyrics

“All Through the Night,” known in Welsh as “Ar Hyd y Nos,” is actually a Welsh folk song that has…
Lakes of Ponchartrain - Irish Song Lyrics

Lakes of Ponchartrain - Irish Song Lyrics

“The Lakes of Pontchartrain,” despite its Irish folk music associations, actually originated in America during the mid-19th century. The song…
Erin Go Bragh - Irish Song Lyrics

Erin Go Bragh - Irish Song Lyrics

“Erin Go Bragh,” a patriotic Irish anthem whose title translates to “Ireland Forever,” emerged during the tumultuous period of Irish…
Down by the Salley Gardens - Irish Song Lyrics

Down by the Salley Gardens - Irish Song Lyrics

“Down by the Salley Gardens” is a beloved Irish poem-turned-song with rich historical roots. It was published by William Butler…