Tag: Normans

  • April 10, 2025
    This castle is situated in Enniscorthy, which is in County Wexford. It is a great place to visit on any…
  • August 25, 2023
    Southeast of Slane there are the three most prominent barrow graves in Ireland. You may not want to miss these…
  • November 9, 2019
    Waterford is most famous for its Crystal. It will be mentioned on any tours of Ireland as such.   But…
  • April 24, 2019
    Narrow Water Castle is at the bottle neck of the Newry canal which runs into Carlingford Lough. It was built…
  • October 10, 2018
    One of the great historical counties in Ireland is Meath. It is home to Tara, seat of the High Kings…
  • May 6, 2018
    This tapering headland of gentle landscapes scattered with ancient ruins and quiet villages is perfect for a circular tour. The…
  • January 26, 2015
    Kilkenny, County Kilkenny Before the Normans came in the 12th century, Kilkenny’s houses clung to the 6th century monastery of…
  • January 13, 2015
    Drogehda, County Louth This close packed town, with its old buildings clustered in 13th century streets, retains a medieval feel.…
  • July 22, 2014
    Looking north across the Boyne, Slane is a pretty sight. The main road sweeps down beside a ruined church to…