Category: Archaeology blogs
Viking Blacksmith’s Grave Uncovered in Norway
The spectacular remains of what appears to be a Viking grave, most likely belonging to a blacksmith, has been uncovered in…
Ancient Look a Likes
For this week’s Friday fun I’ve shared some ancient sculptures which share an uncanny likenesses with modern day celebrities. See…
Photos of Ancient Churches, Abbeys and Graves
A selection of some of the brilliant images that have been entered into our Photography Competition, this time with an emphasis…
Ancient Ireland in Photos
A selection of some of the amazing images that have been entered into our Photography Competition, this time with an emphasis…
Jenning’s Castle, Castlegrove, Co. Galway
I recently visited the very well preserved remains of a tower house at Castlegrove near Tuam, Co. Galway. Known locally…
Irish Castles and Forts in Photos
Here is a selection of some of the fantastic images that have been entered into our Photography Competition, this time with…
Archaeologists uncover medieval human remains outside Trinity College, Dublin
Exciting news emerged today about a number of skeletons which were recently discovered outside Trinity College, Dublin, by Rubicon Heritage Services….
In photos: The ornate medieval stonework at Boyle Abbey, Roscommon
Founded in 1161 AD, by the Cistercian order of monks, Boyle Abbey, Co. Roscommon contains a fine collection of medieval decorated…
Irish Archaeology’s Photograph Competition 2014
The annual Irish Archaeology.ie photo competition is open once more for entries. Last year’s competition was very successfully and we…
A Viking Midsummer’s Night
Alva Mac Gowan tells how she spent an enjoyable midsummer’s night in a very unusual location. This year, after a…
