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  • You Can Take A Cheese Tasting Tour And Feed The Goats At This Adorable Farm In Co. Clare

    You Can Take A Cheese Tasting Tour And Feed The Goats At This Adorable Farm In Co. Clare

    There are so many unique experiences to try out around Ireland if you’re looking for something a bit different to your average tour. So the next time you find yourself at a loose end, why not pay a visit to St Tola goat farm in Co. Clare? As well as an endless number of adorable […]

    6 years ago

  • Plans To Build Ireland’s Tallest Building At Cork’s Custom House Quay Have Been Unveiled

    Plans To Build Ireland’s Tallest Building At Cork’s Custom House Quay Have Been Unveiled

    Cork’s Custom House Quay will be set for a huge redevelopment including a 34-storey hotel if new plans are to go ahead. US-based development firm Tower Holdings Group, which has two Irish owners, has revealed plans for a €150 million redevelopment of the historic Cork Harbour Commissioners site. The development, linking the peninsula to the […]

    6 years ago

  • Fillet Steak From Ireland Has Been Named The Best In The World

    Fillet Steak From Ireland Has Been Named The Best In The World

    A renowned international steak competition has crowned an Irish fillet steak the best in the world. The World Steak Challenge, which was held in Dublin for the first time on Wednesday, judged steaks from 25 countries around the world and from roughly 31 different breeds. The ‘World’s Best Fillet Steak’ was made from grass-fed Angus […]

    6 years ago

  • Idyllic Donegal Cottage Is Up For Sale With Its Own Eight-Acre Go Karting Track

    Idyllic Donegal Cottage Is Up For Sale With Its Own Eight-Acre Go Karting Track

    Now this would be the perfect countryside getaway. A beautiful cottage is up for sale in Co. Donegal that comes with something totally unique – its own private eight-acre go karting track. The two-bedroom property in Castlefinn, Co. Donegal is on the market for €325,000 – a bit of a steal when you consider what […]

    6 years ago

  • Cask In Cork Has Just Unveiled Its Very First Brunch Menu

    Cask In Cork Has Just Unveiled Its Very First Brunch Menu

    Ireland’s most-awarded bar (and easily one of the most stunning) is now open for weekend brunch with a delicious new menu. Cask on MacCurtain Street in Cork’s Victorian Quarter will now be serving up brunch for the very first time and no doubt it will be a huge hit. The new menu is all about […]

    6 years ago

  • You Can Buy Your Own Traditional Irish Pub In Nohoval, Co. Cork For €225,000

    You Can Buy Your Own Traditional Irish Pub In Nohoval, Co. Cork For €225,000

    Now this would be the perfect place to start over, away from the hustle and bustle of real life. A traditional Irish pub is up for sale in the incredibly scenic village of Nohoval, Co. Cork, and it could be yours for the reasonable price of just €225,000. McCarthy’s Pub comes with a beer garden […]

    6 years ago

  • PICS: This Galway Castle Is Officially The Most Popular Airbnb In Europe

    PICS: This Galway Castle Is Officially The Most Popular Airbnb In Europe

    A magical castle in Galway has been revealed as Airbnb’s most-visited property on Europe and it’s easy to see why. Cahercastle in Craughwell, Galway has been around since the 1400s and you’ll feel like you’re stepping back in time when you arrive at this medieval fairytale castle. It is comprised of a master bedroom upstairs, […]

    6 years ago

  • Ireland Has Been Voted The Best Destination In Europe

    Ireland Has Been Voted The Best Destination In Europe

    Ireland has beaten off stiff competition to be crowned ‘Best European Destination’ at the Group Travel Awards in London. We topped the list ahead of some great destinations including Prague, Germany, Belgium, Cyprus and Switzerland. So if you’re wondering where to head off on your next weekend break, a staycation might actually be your best […]

    6 years ago

  • Four Endangered Lion Cubs At Fota Wildlife Park Have Just Been Named

    Four Endangered Lion Cubs At Fota Wildlife Park Have Just Been Named

    The four endangered lion cubs that were born at Fota Wildlife Park earlier this year have been given adorable names. The little cubs were born in February to their mother Gira and father Shanto, and the wildlife park left their naming open to a public vote after announcing the birth in April. The park rangers […]

    6 years ago

  • This Stunning Greek Island Is Paying People To Move There

    This Stunning Greek Island Is Paying People To Move There

    If you’ve been fantasising about packing it all in and moving to some far away location now that another work week has begun, this might just be what you’re looking for. A beautiful island off the coast of Greece is hoping to attract new people to come and live there by paying them a monthly […]

    6 years ago

  • Here’s How You Can Win A Home In Cork Worth €300,000

    Here’s How You Can Win A Home In Cork Worth €300,000

    You could be in with a chance of getting yourself a fab new home in Cork for just €100. A new raffle is offering one lucky person the chance to win a two-bedroom apartment in Ballintemple in Cork City, worth around €300,000. The #WinAGaff competition is part of a fundraising initiative on behalf of Cork […]

    6 years ago

  • The Angler’s Rest In Cork Is Reopening With A Brand New Beer Garden

    The Angler’s Rest In Cork Is Reopening With A Brand New Beer Garden

    One of Cork’s oldest and most well-known pubs is back with a brand new name and look after shutting its doors a few years back. The 200-year-old Anglers Rest pub in Carrigrohane has totally revamped its much-loved riverside beer garden area and given it a fab new look just in time for summer. The popular […]

    6 years ago

  • WATCH: Live RTÉ News Report Gets Interrupted By A Swearing Child

    WATCH: Live RTÉ News Report Gets Interrupted By A Swearing Child

    An RTÉ News report was unexpectedly interrupted by a cheeky young boy on Tuesday evening. There was another classic RTÉ blooper as Ingrid Miley discussed the health staff strike while broadcasting live from outside Tallaght Hospital. She was talking to anchor Sharon Ní Bheoláin, who was in the RTÉ studio, when the boy made his […]

    6 years ago

  • Medicinal Cannabis Is Now Being Made Available In Ireland

    Medicinal Cannabis Is Now Being Made Available In Ireland

    Medicinal cannabis is about to be made available in Ireland for the first time. Health Minister Simon Harris will be signing legislation this morning to allow the five-year Medical Cannabis Access Programme to operate. This pilot will allow medical consultants to prescribe cannabis-based treatments for patients with specific medical conditions who have failed to respond […]

    6 years ago

  • The Best Airlines In The World For 2019 Have Been Announced

    The Best Airlines In The World For 2019 Have Been Announced

    If you’re planning on heading off on a long-haul holiday any time soon, then this new list of the best airlines will definitely come in handy. The Skytrax World Airline Awards has revealed its annual list of the World’s Top 10 Airlines and Qatar Airways has taken the coveted number one spot. Singapore Airlines came […]

    6 years ago

  • Fur Farming Is Going To Be Banned In Ireland

    Fur Farming Is Going To Be Banned In Ireland

    Fur farming will soon be phased out across Ireland if a new Cabinet proposal gets approval. The news comes as Ireland faces increasing pressure to ban fur farms and follow in the footsteps of the 14 other EU countries that have already done so. The majority of Irish farms are based in Donegal, Offaly and […]

    6 years ago

  • Liam Gallagher Left Ireland With A Giant Box Of Tayto Crisps After His Cork Show

    Liam Gallagher Left Ireland With A Giant Box Of Tayto Crisps After His Cork Show

    Liam Gallagher flew out of Cork with a giant box of Tayto crisps in tow after playing a huge outdoor show in the city this weekend. The former Oasis frontman headlined Cork’s Irish Independent Park on Sunday night and made sure to bring back a nice reminder of his time in Ireland. And despite the […]

    6 years ago

  • Seán Cox Charity Football Match Has Raised €748,000 For His Care

    Seán Cox Charity Football Match Has Raised €748,000 For His Care

    The charity football match held at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium to raise funds for Seán Cox’s ongoing care has raised a massive €748,000. 27,000 people attended the charity game between Ireland XI and the Liverpool Legends back in April and Seán’s wife was presented with the proceeds this week. Seán was given a standing ovation as […]

    6 years ago

  • Game Of Thrones Prequel Has Started Filming In Northern Ireland

    Game Of Thrones Prequel Has Started Filming In Northern Ireland

    Great news for anyone who’s seriously missing Game of Thrones since the finale aired in May. An as-yet untitled prequel to the HBO show has now started filming at a number of locations around Northern Ireland in recent weeks. The Belfast Telegraph reports that filming took place at a secret location in Co. Down and on the north […]

    6 years ago

  • One Of Cork’s Best Restaurants Closes Its Doors After 18 Years In Business

    One Of Cork’s Best Restaurants Closes Its Doors After 18 Years In Business

    A popular Cork restaurant has announced it’s closing its doors for good after 18 years. The fine French dining restaurant Les Gourmandises on Cook Street announced the sad news via their social media accounts this week. Run by Pat and Soizic Kiely, it has gained a number of awards from the Restaurant Association of Ireland […]

    6 years ago

  • Limerick Restaurant Announces It Won’t Accept Cash Payments After Burglaries

    Limerick Restaurant Announces It Won’t Accept Cash Payments After Burglaries

    The owner of a Limerick restaurant has announced she won’t be accepting cash payments any more in a bid to stop more burglaries from happening. The Tuscany Bistro Italian restaurant in Newtown, Castleroy, has been broken into three times over the past three months; the first two burglaries took place over one weekend in April, […]

    6 years ago

  • Cobh Named One Of The Most Beautiful Small Towns In Europe

    Cobh Named One Of The Most Beautiful Small Towns In Europe

    Cobh in Co Cork has been named one of the top 25 most beautiful small towns in Europe. The cute harbour town which has a population of 12,800 was named in a list by Condé Nast Traveller, who said that Cobh ‘redefines charming’. It was the only Irish town to make the list, which also […]

    6 years ago

  • Gardaí Are Looking For Name Suggestions For Their New Puppy Recruit

    Gardaí Are Looking For Name Suggestions For Their New Puppy Recruit

    Gardaí are currently looking for help from the public in naming their adorable new recruit to the Garda Dog Unit. The cocker spaniel is just 11 weeks old and already has a couple of friends on the unit in the form of Bailey and a Labrador named Elsa. Even though he’s only a few months […]

    7 years ago

  • You Can Buy Your Own Island Off The Coast Of Donegal For €75,000

    You Can Buy Your Own Island Off The Coast Of Donegal For €75,000

    If you’ve ever dreamed of packing it all in and moving to some remote location for a simpler life, this could be your chance to actually do just that. Two lighthouse keeper’s cottages on a seven-acre island off the coast of Donegal are currently up for sale together and since they’re the only properties on […]

    7 years ago

  • The Curry Chip Pizza At This Cork Restaurant Is A Huge Hit With Locals

    The Curry Chip Pizza At This Cork Restaurant Is A Huge Hit With Locals

    If this isn’t the ultimate hangover cure, then I don’t know what is. Coqbull restaurant in Cork has created a curry chip pizza and it seems to be going down incredibly well with customers. The pizza is made with chicken curry, cheese and garden peas, topped with salt and vinegar shoestring chips. Take a look […]

    7 years ago

  • Airbnb Has Launched An All-Inclusive Round The World Trip For €4,000

    Airbnb Has Launched An All-Inclusive Round The World Trip For €4,000

    Airbnb is introducing an all-inclusive round the world trip that lets you visit every continent in under three months. With a price tag of £3,817 (around €4,200) it’s arguably a lot cheaper than you’d expect an 80-day round the world jaunt to cost you, since it includes all accommodation and flights as well as some […]

    7 years ago

  • Arranmore Island Is Looking For New Residents To Move There

    Arranmore Island Is Looking For New Residents To Move There

    Arranmore Island off the coast of Donegal is hoping to increase its population of just 469 people by writing an open letter asking more people to come and live there. Think the rural island life could be for you? Well, the small island three miles off the coast of Donegal has actually just become the […]

    7 years ago

  • Stunning Views Await At This Peaceful Lakeside Hotel In Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands

    Stunning Views Await At This Peaceful Lakeside Hotel In Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands

    Set on the shores of Lough Ree in Co. Roscommon, the Hodson Bay is fairly synonymous with family breaks. But the 4-star hotel actually has an entire adults-only retreat wing featuring deluxe rooms with floor to ceiling windows and sweeping views of the lake below, as I discovered when I was very kindly invited down […]

    7 years ago

  • The Most Expensive Places In Ireland To Buy A Home Have Been Revealed

    The Most Expensive Places In Ireland To Buy A Home Have Been Revealed

    In news that will surprise no one, the average cost of a home in Ireland has increased by 3.1% since April last year. The Central Statistics Office (CSO) has analysed house prices around the country by Eircode, revealing the most and least expensive areas to buy a home right now. So where is the most […]

    7 years ago

  • Center Parcs Longford Forest Has Announced Its Official Opening Date

    Center Parcs Longford Forest Has Announced Its Official Opening Date

    The long-awaited Center Parcs Longford Forest has just revealed its opening date now that it’s finishing up construction on the massive site. The forest village set on a 400-acre site in Ballymahon, Co Longford will open its doors to the public on Monday, July 29. Prices for a short break in one of their two-bedroom […]

    7 years ago

  • Metallica Had Dinner At This Popular Co. Clare Spot After Touring The Cliffs Of Moher

    Metallica Had Dinner At This Popular Co. Clare Spot After Touring The Cliffs Of Moher

    Metallica took a well-earned break after their sold-out Slane performance on Saturday night for a spot of sightseeing around Ireland. The group flew their private helicopter out to Co. Clare on Monday and took in the stunning sights at the Cliffs of Moher, before stopping off for a bite to eat at Vaughan’s Anchor Inn […]

    7 years ago

  • An Unbelievable Amount Of Rubbish Was Left Behind At Slane

    An Unbelievable Amount Of Rubbish Was Left Behind At Slane

    Concertgoers at Slane Castle left a shocking amount of litter behind after the show on Saturday night. Metallica played an incredible set to a sold-out crowd of 75,000 people, which sadly resulted in thousands of plastic cups being discarded. In photos shared in the aftermath of the gig, a sea of plastic pint glasses, abandoned […]

    7 years ago

  • Irish Rail Footage Shows Several Dangerous Close Calls At Level Crossings

    Irish Rail Footage Shows Several Dangerous Close Calls At Level Crossings

    Irish Rail has released a video showing just how often people put themselves in serious danger at level crossings, and called for more vigilance. The clip shows lowering barriers getting stuck on a number of vehicles, others crashing straight through, and people injuring themselves as they try to make it across in time. Irish Rail […]

    7 years ago

  • Donald Trump’s Sons Went On A Pub Crawl In Doonbeg Last Night

    Donald Trump’s Sons Went On A Pub Crawl In Doonbeg Last Night

    Donald Trump and his wife Melania landed at Shannon Airport yesterday and while they have kept a fairly low profile since, his sons wasted no time in getting to know the locals. Brothers Donald Jr and Eric went on a pub crawl of Doonbeg’s four pubs yesterday evening, chatting to the locals and pulling pints […]

    7 years ago

  • Mystic Donegal Postman Predicts What Summer 2019 Weather Will Be Like

    Mystic Donegal Postman Predicts What Summer 2019 Weather Will Be Like

    The Donegal postman who has gained notoriety by correctly predicting how Ireland’s summers and winters will pan out has weighed in on what we can expect in the coming months. Michael Gallagher originally shot to fame in 2007 when he correctly predicted when Ireland’s famous summer of rain would end. So, we’re hoping he’s also […]

    7 years ago

  • President Higgins Criticises Donald Trump Ahead Of Ireland Visit

    President Higgins Criticises Donald Trump Ahead Of Ireland Visit

    Michael D Higgins has hit out at Trump’s controversial climate change policies ahead of his visit to Ireland today. The Irish president didn’t name Trump directly but criticised his decision to leave the Paris Agreement on climate change, calling it “regressive and pernicious”. Speaking at a public service union event at the RDS in Dublin […]

    7 years ago

  • Scientists Now Say You Can Safely Drink Up To 25 Cups Of Coffee A Day

    Scientists Now Say You Can Safely Drink Up To 25 Cups Of Coffee A Day

    If you’re worried that you might be drinking a bit too much coffee, well, it turns out that it’s probably not as bad for you as first thought. A new study has found that even drinking as many as 25 cups of coffee a day is not bad for your heart and won’t stiffen arteries. […]

    7 years ago

  • PICS: Aldi’s Stunning New Homeware Collection Is Coming To Stores Next Week

    PICS: Aldi’s Stunning New Homeware Collection Is Coming To Stores Next Week

    If you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful way to spruce up your room then look no further. Aldi’s latest homeware collection is a gorgeous coastal themed range of furniture, bedding and more, and we guarantee you’re going to want the lot. The pieces will arrive in 137 Aldi stores on Thursday, June 13, with […]

    7 years ago

  • Here’s Your First Look At Tonight’s Episode Of Love Island

    Here’s Your First Look At Tonight’s Episode Of Love Island

    Love Island is finally back on our screens tonight, which means our weeknight plans are out the window for the foreseeable future. Ahead of the show, the folks at ITV have released a sneak peek at the first episode, showing the girls heading into the villa and preparing for their very first coupling up. This […]

    7 years ago

  • Trump’s ‘Ring Of Steel’ Security During His Ireland Visit Set To Cost €10 Million

    Trump’s ‘Ring Of Steel’ Security During His Ireland Visit Set To Cost €10 Million

    It seems that the major security operation needed during Trump’s visit to Ireland this week is set to cost taxpayers a small fortune. The US president is arriving at Shannon Airport on Wednesday, where he will meet with Taoiseach Varadkar, and will spend two nights at his resort in Doonbeg, Co Clare before returning to […]

    7 years ago

  • Six Of The Best New Films And Shows To Binge On Netflix Today

    Six Of The Best New Films And Shows To Binge On Netflix Today

    It might be a bank holiday but if you don’t fancy stirring from the couch today, there’s plenty of great stuff that’s been added to Netflix in recent weeks. From romantic comedies to a ridiculous new noir thriller series that you won’t be able to stop watching, you definitely won’t be stuck for bingeing options […]

    7 years ago

  • Liverpool CEO Shares Photo Of Seán Cox Celebrating Champions League Win

    Liverpool CEO Shares Photo Of Seán Cox Celebrating Champions League Win

    Liverpool CEO Peter Moore has shared a heartwarming photo of Irish fan Seán Cox celebrating the team’s Champions League victory with his son last night. The photo of Seán and his son Jack was originally shared by the Support Sean group that was set up to promote fundraising campaigns and document his recovery. Moore wrote, […]

    7 years ago

  • This Dublin Hospital’s Food Is Getting Rave Reviews After Chef’s Video Went Viral

    This Dublin Hospital’s Food Is Getting Rave Reviews After Chef’s Video Went Viral

    Hospital food is not known for its culinary delights. On the one occasion I was subjected to it several years ago, I was very much scarred by how grim it was. But the Rotunda Hospital in Dublin is making waves with its refreshing approach to food, always making sure to serve up fresh, healthy meals. […]

    7 years ago

  • Katie Taylor Offers Delfine Persoon A Rematch After Divisive Win

    Katie Taylor Offers Delfine Persoon A Rematch After Divisive Win

    Katie Taylor has offered Belgium’s Delfine Persoon a rematch after winning their fight at Madison Square Garden last night. The Irish boxer was crowned the undisputed lightweight champion of the world, although the incredibly close final score has led to calls for a rematch. One of the three ringside judges called it at 95-95, while […]

    7 years ago

  • ‘On Raglan Road’ Has Officially Been Voted Ireland’s Favourite Folk Song

    ‘On Raglan Road’ Has Officially Been Voted Ireland’s Favourite Folk Song

    On Raglan Road has been crowned Ireland’s favourite folk song. RTÉ had organised a public vote to find the winner, which was then announced on The Late Late Show this week and also brilliantly performed live on the show by Luka Bloom. The classic song was written by poet Patrick Kavanagh and became one of […]

    7 years ago

  • One Of The Most Popular Irish Films Of 2018 Is Now On Netflix

    One Of The Most Popular Irish Films Of 2018 Is Now On Netflix

    If you’re planning a bit of a Netflix duvet day this bank holiday weekend, then we’ve got just the film for you. Dublin Oldschool was one of the highest grossing Irish films of last year and was just added to the streaming service this weekend, so it’s the perfect time to add it to your […]

    7 years ago

  • Katie Taylor Is The Undisputed Lightweight Champion After Defeating Delfine Persoon

    Katie Taylor Is The Undisputed Lightweight Champion After Defeating Delfine Persoon

    Katie Taylor has been crowned the undisputed lightweight champion of the world. The Irish boxer defeated Belgium’s Delfine Persoon at Madison Square Garden in New York last night after a controversial close call in the final score. One of the three ringside judges called it at 95-95, while the other two gave it to Katie […]

    7 years ago

  • IKEA Recreates Living Rooms from ‘Stranger Things’, ‘Friends’ And ‘The Simpsons’

    IKEA Recreates Living Rooms from ‘Stranger Things’, ‘Friends’ And ‘The Simpsons’

    IKEA’s latest ad campaign has recreated everyone’s favourite TV show living rooms, and the best part is that you can buy everything to recreate them at home. There’s the iconic Friends apartment, the brown Simpsons couch, and Will Byers’ living room from Stranger Things complete with alphabet lights. It appears that the Swedish homeware brand […]

    7 years ago

  • JK Rowling Is Releasing Four New Harry Potter Stories Next Month

    JK Rowling Is Releasing Four New Harry Potter Stories Next Month

    JK Rowling has delighted Harry Potter fans by announcing that she will be releasing four new books this summer, more than 20 years after the original novel was published. The new stories will be published in eBook form starting from next month, so fans won’t have to wait long to jump back into the world […]

    7 years ago

  • Netflix’s ‘Gut-Wrenching’ New True Crime Drama Has Just Landed

    Netflix’s ‘Gut-Wrenching’ New True Crime Drama Has Just Landed

    A shocking true crime mini-series has just arrived on Netflix that you definitely won’t want to miss. When They See Us tells the true story of the Central Park Five who were wrongly convicted of the rape and murder of a female jogger in the New York City park in 1989. The four-part series stars […]

    7 years ago

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