Tag Archives: IRA

CillBharrog Church & Cemetery

Posted on August 6, 2013 by edmooneyphotography

I came across this little ruined church on the way out to Howth recently. It is situated on a raised piece of land right on the coast road with some great views of the surrounding area. In early Christian times … Continue reading →

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Historical scirmish in Monasterevin

Posted on August 3, 2011 by edmooneyphotography

On Saturday 23rd of July we took the kids down to see the reinactment at the Venice of Ireland festival in Monasterevin. The Battle which turned out to be more of a scirmish was reinacted by the local ‘Lord Edwards Own’, group. The … Continue reading →