Crios Cords: traditional Irish woven belts
By Alva Mac Gowan I was fortunate enough to have been raised by parents who had a huge appreciation for…
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…
Meet the Archaeologist: Breandán Ó Ríordáin
by Adrienne Corless ‘An archaeologist is really like a detective because he is always on the lookout for clues of…
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…
