Articles tagged: History

Fun facts about Carlingford

Carlingford is one of those villages that looks small until you start poking around. Norman castles, ghost stories, oysters, leprechauns. Here are a…

Leprechauns explained: Ireland's tiny tricksters, real folklore, and where the lore still lives

Leprechauns are the most photographed Irishmen in the world and the least understood. Strip away the cereal-box mascot and you find one of the oldest…

The History of Carlingford: A Walk Through 800 Years of Heritage

The History of Carlingford: A Walk Through 800 Years of Heritage Carlingford is not just a pretty village with great pubs. It is one of the most…