Scarva village Scarva is one of those little places forgotten to many for most of the year but which spring to life on their special occasions. In the case of Scarva the special occasion is the Sham Fight celebrated every year on July 13. For us, however, Scarva was not a place of interest only …
What is Navan Fort Armagh? It is a historical and archaeological site two miles west of Armagh on the Killylea road (A28). Though called a fort it was more probably an ancient sanctuary. It is believed that the site was the location of Emain Macha the first capital of Ulster. The archaeological remains date from …
Birdwatching in Northern Ireland’s Rathlin Island? You bet! Birdwatching is contagious. Ask me how I know. Once you get hooked, you are prepared to go to any locale that promises birdwatching opportunities. I knew that Rathlin island had massive colonies of birds and it was in my places- to-visit list for years. We wanted to …
Northern Ireland Rathlin Island. Nature at its best. Read More »
About Carlingford Ireland What makes Carlingford an ideal day trip from Northern Ireland is the town’s character and accessibility, at mere 10 miles from Newry and 47 from Belfast. Carlingford is the place to go after a few days of hectic seight-seeing, when you want to take it easy but still don’t want to play …
Carlingford Ireland: A day trip full of medieval charm Read More »
