14 Henrietta Street

I'm a bit of a history geek I've recently discovered so when I heard about 14 Henrietta Street in Dublin I had to pay a visit. This is a museum with a difference, it's set in a Georgian Townhouse in Dublin's Northside. The house dates back to the late 1700's and is one of a... Continue Reading →

The Irish Workhouse Centre

Warning, you may find this post upsetting. I went along to the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna, Co. Galway. As I arrived a bell from a nearby church was tolling, the sky was a dull grey and the wind was blowing the cheerful pink Heritage Week flags around against the stark exterior of the workhouse... Continue Reading →

Spotlight on Carrick on Shannon

It's time I wrote a bit about Carrick-on-Shannon. Before I worked near there I've been known to drive there just for the cake at Lena's Tea Rooms....yes I am that fond of cake that I will travel for it! Lena's Tea Rooms are an award-winning cafe, located in the scenic town of Carrick-on-Shannon. They have a... Continue Reading →

Rockin’ Food Festival Goes Green for 2019

The Rockin’ Food Festival, running Friday 2nd to Monday 5th August 2019, is thrilled to launch their “Rockin’ Green” campaign. This International Food Festival is taking giant steps toward sustainability by swapping out single use plastics, introducing waste management stations, hosting fun and educational events and encouraging food vendors and festival goers to get involved. The... Continue Reading →

Bundoran Highlights for 2019

Bundoran is a buzzing, seaside town in Co. Donegal and well worth a visit for people of all ages. Here are some of the event highlights for 2019. St Patrick’s Day parade – March 17th 3:30pm The annual parade attracts well over 400 participants each year as well as up to 10,000 spectators to the... Continue Reading →

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