Waterford, one of Ireland’s oldest cities, is steeped in history and evidence can be found at every turn. Founded in 914 by Viking settlers, their impact remains prevelant today, especially when visiting Waterford’s Viking Triangle. Through the pictures I’ve taken, I’ll take you on a short walk around the area. This area of the city …
Looking for somewhere to spend a warm but rather blustery Sunday afternoon, Jon and I headed to Hook Lighthouse in Wexford. Hook Lighthouse The Oldest in the World Hook Lighthouse in Ireland is the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. It was also voted number one lighthouse in the world, with the Lonely Planet Guide referring …
My mum was over visiting me from England last week and as we both love museums and galleries, I took the opportunity to spend the afternoon with her at Waterford Medieval Museum. Located in the Viking Triangle in Waterford City on the Quay, there are three Museums to choose from: Waterford Medieval Museum, Reginald’s Tower …
I’ve been really eager to introduce my boyfriend to as much Irish History as possible now that we’ve moved to Ireland permanently. So I suggested that we head for an afternoon out at The Irish National Heritage Park in Ferrycarrig, County Wexford. Having visited the Park once as a child, I remembered it is set …
