Nestled in the picturesque village of Cong in County Mayo, Ireland, Ashford Castle is a magnificent and historic 13th-century structure. This stunning castle, surrounded by 350 acres of pristine woodland, has been a symbol of Ireland’s rich history and culture for centuries. In this article, we delve into the fascinating history of Ashford Castle, exploring its...
The Glendenning monument was erected in 1845 to commemorate the memory of George Glendenning (1770-1843), a local land agent and wealthy banker. It’s said the statue was erected not for the esteemed manner of his memory, but because he left a large sum of money in his will to have it erected. The monument was known locally as ‘Big George’ and stood...
Castlebar is a bustling market town and the historical head of a parish, union, and parliamentary borough situated in Carra, County Mayo, in the province of Connaught. Positioned 44 miles southwest from Sligo and roughly 125 miles west-northwest from Dublin, it is home to 10,464 residents, with over half residing in the town itself. This town traces its roots and...
Ballina is a charming sea-port town, located in the Kilmoremoy parish, Tyrawley barony, Mayo county, and the province of Connaught. It’s situated just about 17 miles to the north-east of Castlebar and roughly 125 miles west-north-west from Dublin. Its current population is about 5,313 people. Originally named Belleek, or “Ford of the Flags,” the...
Ballyhaunis is a charming market town nestled within the union of Castlerea, primarily in the Annagh parish and partially in the Becan parish, in the Costello barony, Mayo county, in the Connaught province. This town is located about 9 miles west-northwest of Dublin, positioned strategically on the road linking Castlerea and Castlebar, and is home to around 353...
ACHILLBEG, an Island, in the parish of Achill, union of West-port, barony of Burrishoole, county ofMayo, and province of Con naught, 22 miles (W.) from Newport-Mayo ; containing 178 inhabitants. Thisisland is situated on the western coast, and on the north side of the entrance of Clew bay ; it is separatedfrom the larger island of Achill by a narrow sound, which in...