The Cottage in Loughmore is the most wonderful idea, set up by two local woman, a not for profit organisation, with 12 employees, owned by the parishioners. It has created a new heart to the community. 👏
The food is amazing.
#local #localbusiness #community #shoplocal The Cottage Loughmore
1. With the Barbie craze been so big I chose a pink scooter!
2. Cooling off in the pool
3. Delicious local food
I’m off to Barcelona today and looking forward to visiting your suggestions. Thank you for sharing them.
#holidays #spain Sitges, España
1. With the Barbie craze been so big I chose a pink scooter!
2. Cooling off in the pool
3. Delicious local food
I’m off to Barcelona today and looking forward to visiting your suggestions. Thank you for sharing them.
#holidays #spain Sitges, España
1. With the Barbie craze been so big I chose a pink scooter!
2. Cooling off in the pool
3. Delicious local food
I’m off to Barcelona today and looking forward to visiting your suggestions. Thank you for sharing them.
#holidays #spain Sitges, España
I met Zoë and was fascinated to learn that we export most of our wool & then import other wool. However @eriu.ireland is not only incentivising Irish farmers, they also turn this wonderful raw material into these fabulous heirloom family blankets 👏
#irishbusiness #smallbusiness #supportlocal #madeinireland Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin
I had a lovely day in Ramelton today and I popped in to see, Donegal man Disco Des. Always worth a visit for his taste combinations. #food #donegal #thebluegoatramelton The Blue Goat Ramelton
Thank you for all your recommendations. Here’s a round up of the places that we would recommend to eat in Sitges.
Best main fish dish Toni’s Bistro.
La Pou, smoked aubergine with cream cheese, honey and crushed nuts, a twist on tapas.
Perfect Scallops at Fragata, with a great terrace to watch the world go by.
La Cocina one of the best restaurants in town, make sure you book.
Lobster ravioli at Marciel on the waterfront was amazing.
@restaurantemaricel
Snails with lobster in a Catalonia style at La Nansa, wonderful staff & the best dark & white chocolate desert which was eaten by Martin before I could get a photo!
#food #restaurant #holiday Sitges, España
A morning treat to visit Tarragona’s breathtaking 2,000-year-old Roman Aqueduct, known locally as El Pont del Diable (The Devil’s Bridge). This perfectly preserved piece of ancient Roman history is a wonderful example of the Romans understanding of engineering and their incredible capabilities in building.
This aqueduct supplied fresh, clean water for baths, fountains, and drinking water.
Built to perfection, with every detail considered.
#romanaqueduct #architecture #romanarchitecture #architect #holiday Pont del Diable, Tarragona
Our first day on holidays in Sitges today.
Each “stick” is €2.
Heading to Barcelona on Monday
#españa
#sitges Sitges, España
I visited Montserrat Basilica and Abbey today. Lovely day out. #montserrat #holiday
I popped into Straffan Antiques, a family run business with over three decades of experience, established in 1988 by John and Marie Ryan. Marie’s Antiques & Pianos traded for 16 years in the centre of Clane, Co. Kildare. They then moved to the historic farm buildings of Barberstown House in Straffan.
Since the move, Straffan Design and the Victorian Tea Rooms have also been established. The businesses have evolved into four main areas: antiques, pianos, design (fashion, home and giftware) and the tea rooms, each run by members of the Ryan family. The businesses complement each other and make the 18th century courtyard the ideal destination for shopping and casual dining. I’ll share the antiques soon! If your in Kildare well worth a visit. Congratulations on your 35th year in business. 👏
#piano #interiors #kildare #smallbusinessowner
I had a fantastic day exploring @belvederehousegardensandpark The story behind the jealous wall; Robert Rochfort, the first Earl of Belvedere, became known as the Wicked Earl. His brother George built nearby Tudenham House (then called Rochfort House), but its back was facing Belvedere. This infuriated the Earl, who promptly built this structure to block his view.
Designed by Thomas Wright to look like a ruin, after nearly 300 years it is still standing.
When a 10m section collapsed in 1991 the wall was found to have shallow foundations, so work was done to strengthen and protect it.
It remains the largest folly in Ireland.
#irisharchitecture #architect #architecture #houseandgarden Belvedere House Gardens & Park
I had the pleasure of recently staying in @coopershill
An 18th century Grand Irish Country Mansion, set in a 500 acre estate, with a river running through the property the wildlife is prolific.
Follow for more as I will be sharing the interiors & some of the more unusual items in the fabulous family owned house.
#architecture #irisharchitecture #listedbuilding #georgianarchitecture #hotel #historical Coopershill House
I visited Castlebar in Co.Mayo this week and had a wonderful day visiting some the local shops. Thank you to Castle Books for supplying my transport!
#castlebar #castlebarmayo #shoplocal Castlebar Shopping
What would I do? An article in todays @irishtimesnews property supplement. I visited this home in and did a walk-through of this fixer upper and how best to turn it into a home? Link to video on stories.
#irishhomes #irishinteriors #fixerupper #irisharchitecture Drumcondra, Dublin
I popped into @straffan_antiques & the first museum of Irish packaging. I had a very enjoyable visit, lots to see & buy!
Cover is @ej_oman & I.
#antiques #antique #kildare Straffan Design
I always enjoy visiting @dunbrodyhouse_ireland & catching up with @kevindundon #chef #foodie Dunbrody Country House Hotel
I’m off from a dip!
#swim Rathmullen, Donegal, Ireland
Yesterday I visited the Museu del Cau Ferrat & Museu de Maricel a must go, to see the wonderful collection. Sitges, España
I am in @johnstownbridge_hardware chatting with the Grevilles and meeting everyone including the @duluxirl dog. Come on down and say hello! Johnstown Bridge
Today I visited Museu del Ferrocarril de Catalunva the Railway Museum of Catalonia. Seeing all the engines & trains brought back memories of my childhood garden & the trains passing by.
#train #holiday #steamengine #spain🇪🇸 Museu del Ferrocarril de Catalunya
Amazing new @petermarkhair salon at @blanchardstown_centre designed by Neil Scully @douglaswallace_consultants
#hairsalon #hairsalon #interiordesign #interior #interiors Blanchardstown Shopping Centre
Thank you to @johndobbin_architect for photographing my immortal self!!
This sculpture is on St Brigid’s Cathedral which stands on the site where Saint Brigid founded a nunnery in the 5th century. This County Kildare cathedral was rebuilt in the 19th century and houses many fascinating, religious artefacts.
I have visited often to hear my Uncle Eric
sing in the choir.
St Brigid’s Cathedral is in Kildare Town and was built by the Norman Bishop Ralph of Bristol in 1223. The entire site is steeped in important religious history; it’s believed to be the location at which Saint Brigid, one of Ireland’s patron saints, founded a nunnery in the 5th century.
The present cathedral, which was restored in the 19th century, contains many links to the past, including a 16th-century vault, early Christian and Norman carvings and a High Cross. The Gothic-style architecture reflects the structure’s dual purpose as both a place of defence and of religious worship.
Also on the grounds is a 12th century round tower that extends 33m toward the sky, making it the second highest in Ireland. A great place to climb for the most rewarding view, when I was young.
Constructed from Wicklow granite and local limestone, this historic tower is open to visitors during the summer months.
Similar stunning views can be taken in from the roof, for visitors daring enough to climb that high.
Visit St Brigid’s Cathedral in Kildare Town to discover an important slice of Irish religious history and enjoy the panoramic views from one of Ireland’s most impressive round towers & see if you can spot me! 😉
#sculpture #church #history #architecture Kildare Cathedral
