Old May Day Customs & Traditions in Ireland
May Day was considered important in the Irish calendar and dates as far back as pagan times. The day marks the coming of summer and…
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Legend Of The Irish Leprechauns
The Leprechaun is one of Ireland’s more famous characters from Irish folklore. They have become renowned all over the world. The mischievous Irish Leprechaun has…
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Beltany Stone Circle
Beltany Stone Circle is located outside the town of Raphoe in County Donegal. It is made up of 64 large stones that enclose a low…
The Tudor Plantations in Ireland
From 1541, with Henry VIII, supported by the Irish parliament, claimed kingship over all of Ireland and introduced the Crown of Ireland Act of 1542. Many of the…
History Of Ancient Ireland
We begin our story of Irish history with Ancient Ireland which dates back to approximately 10,500 BC, the Palaeolithic period. We’ll take a look at who…
St Odran – Ireland’s First Christian Martyr
The feast of Saint Odran is celebrated on February 19. He was a disciple of St Patrick and his chariot driver. St Odran was the first Christian…
Traditions
Festival of Imbolc
In pre-Christian Ireland, the festival of Imbolc signaled the beginning of springtime, with longer and warmer days. The origins of Imbolc The word Imbolc is…
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The pilgrimage of Croagh Patrick
Festival of Lughnasadh
The Summer Festival of Bealtaine
Old May Day Customs & Traditions in Ireland
Recipes
Easy Baked Salmon Recipe Irish Style
This baked salmon recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Baked Salmon may not originate from Ireland but it is considered a traditional Irish…
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Homemade Shortbread Recipe
How To Make Traditional Irish Stew
Traditional Christmas Pudding Recipe
Homemade Christmas Mince Pies
Folklore
The Legend of Sean: A 600-Year-Old Leprechaun in Ireland
Sean the Leprechaun had been living in Ireland for 600 years. He was the oldest and wisest of all the leprechauns in the land. With…
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The Old Hag of May Day
St Patrick and the Devil
St Patrick and the Killer Snake
St Patrick and the River Shannon Serpent
Culture
Aidan Gillen: The Versatile Actor You Need to Know About
Aidan Gillen is a versatile actor from Ireland who has made a name for himself in both film and television. With his chiseled features, piercing…
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Sinéad Cusack: A Talented Actress with a Rich Legacy
The Commitments: A Tale of Music & Dreams
Maureen O’Sullivan: A Life in the Spotlight
