The Irish Wolfhound. The most famous of all the Irish breeds the Irish Wolfhound has an instantaneous association with Ireland no matter where they live in the world. They are magnificent and beautiful dogs with a mystical look in their eyes. Dating back to ancient Ireland, these wonderful animals have withstood the test of time […]
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The ownership of Carrickfergus Castle was transferred from the British Army to the Government of Northern Ireland in 1928. From this date, many of the post Norman features were removed and the original Norman features painstakingly restored.
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What is Poitin? Poitin can be spelled in many different ways Poitin, Potcheen or Potheen. Poitin is a traditional Irish high percentage distilled drink. It is referred to as An Uisce Beatha or Holy Water and is Irish Moonshine. It derived its name from how it is distilled in small pots, in Irish Pota. A
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Opening Hours 2nd April – 30th September: Daily 1000 – 1800 Pricing Adult: €4 Senior: €3 Child: €2 Student: €2 Family:€10 Tours of Parkes Castle Guided Tours are available on request. Information leaflet, guidebooks are available in English, Irish, French, German, Italian, and Spanish Tour last approximately 40 minutes Last admission is 45 minutes before
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The Great Famine in Ireland is known by several names, The Great Famine, An Gorta Mor, The Great Hunger and The Potato Famine. Over 1 million people lost their lives through this tragic period in Irish History. It was a devastating event that has come to symbolize one of the darkest periods in the history
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