Fergus
Born in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford / University of Limerick Graduate / Computer Programmer / Allotment Lover / Photographer / Massive Traditional Irish Music Fan / Potato Lover / Irish Mythology Enthusiast / Whiskey Collector and Connoisseur.
I built The Irish Place to share my love of the culture I grew up in. My hope is that those with Irish ancestry and can learn about their heritage... and all those planning to visit the beautiful landscapes of the Emerald Isle, with its rich and ancient culture can quench their thirst for knowledge here.
Feel free to get in touch. I read every email!
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Ancient Gem: The Tholsel Through the Ages
One of the medieval city of Kilkenny's most notable landmarks is the Tholsel - the ancient town hall that is located in the beating...
The History of Kilmainham Gaol Prison
Kilmainham Gaol was built to replace an earlier, more basic prison. Among other pivotal events, it was here that leading members of both the...
Irish Traditional Music: the Accordion and the Concertina
The accordion is an important instrument in Irish Traditional Music, including the ever-popular Ceili style, as is the concertina, and has been since its...
So Sweet a Tune – Irish Fiddle History
Irish fiddle history goes back thousands of years to a time and place far from Celtic Ireland.
It is one of the most essential instruments...
Dervish – A Whirling Irish Success Story
Rightly described as an 'icon of British music' by BBC Radio 3, Dervish are a Traditional Irish Music band known for their mastery of...
Foodie Heaven: English Market – Cork City
The English Market is located in the bustling, vibrant centre of Cork City.
This fabulous roofed space has been a hub for those seeking the...
A Matter Most Grave – Body Snatching in Ireland
The grisly history of the eighteenth and nineteenth-century Irish body snatchers and grave robbers makes for macabre reading. The awful body snatching trade can...
The Tara Brooch – Mysterious Treasure
The Tara Brooch is so much more than a stunning piece of Irish jewellery. Not only is it a fine example of a beautiful...
St Michan’s Church Dublin: Church of Ages, Home of Mummies
St Michan's Church, Dublin has existed in one form or another for close to a thousand years, from where it has borne witness to...
Travel by Coach: Guided Tours in Ireland
It isn't possible to exaggerate the diversity of the Republic of Ireland. Dublin, one of Europe's most popular vacation destinations, is a bustling multicultural...
