Category Archives: Tourism

Great Famine Remembered In Silence By Irish Schools

Posted on May 11, 2012 by George

All schools around Ireland will hold a minute’s silence today as a mark of respect for all those who died, suffered or were forced to emigrate, during the Great Famine period 1845-1849, here in Ireland. Better known outside the shores … Continue reading →

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Tipperary – Thurles St.Patrick’s Day 2012 Programme

Posted on March 11, 2012 by George

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2012, here in Thurles will take place on Sunday 18th March and this year the programme of events is bigger and better than ever before. Monday 12th to Monday 19th:- Prizes for best dressed window … Continue reading →

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Tipperary Irish Language Hill Walk In Upperchurch

Posted on March 7, 2012 by George

“The beauty of the world hath made me sad, this beauty that will pass; Sometimes my heart hath shaken with great joy to see a leaping squirrel in a tree, Or a red lady-bird upon a stalk, or little rabbits … Continue reading →

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Restoration Of Nenagh Castle’s Keep Complete By June

Posted on March 6, 2012 by George

Restoration of Nenagh Castle’s ‘Keep,’ will be completed by June in time for President Michael D. Higgins’s visit to the site. The Director of Services Marcus O’Connor and Nenagh Town Clerk Donal Purcell will finalise external works around the historic … Continue reading →

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Sixth Annual Winter Walking Weekend At Upperchurch

Posted on November 12, 2011 by George

The scenic upland village of Upperchurch, near Thurles, Co Tipperary will celebrate their sixth successful annual ‘Walking Weekend,’ this Saturday and Sunday, with a variety of walks to suit all levels of physical fitness, and for the first time this … Continue reading →

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