A vertical shot of the grey stone ruins of Dunluce Castle perched precariously on a steep, grassy cliff. The ancient masonry features jagged walls and a prominent arched window opening that frames the sky. The cliff face is dark, rugged rock partially covered in vibrant green grass. In the background, further ruins extend along the coast under a bright blue sky filled with soft, wispy white clouds. The lighting is bright and natural, highlighting the textures of the stone.

Cliffs, Castles, and Coastal Magic.

#photography #EastCoastKin #DunluceCastle #WildAtlanticWay #Ireland #CausewayCoast #CastleRuins #IrishHistory #CoastalView #ExploreIreland #smartphonephotography #DiscoverIreland #NorthernIreland

A vertical, eye-level shot of a lush woodland in Ireland. In the foreground and middle ground, thick, gnarled tree trunks covered in vibrant green moss twist upwards and across the frame. Below them, a dense carpet of purple-blue bluebells stretches into the distance. The background features bright green foliage and dark reddish-brown leaves, illuminated by soft, dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy. The atmosphere is enchanting, peaceful, and vibrantly alive with spring colours.

1 YEAR AGO FLASHBACK: The Bluebells are Out!

#photography #EastCoastKin #Bluebells #Ireland #SpringVibes #NatureMagic #Wildflowers #WoodlandWalk #IrishLandscape #smartphonephotography #IrelandDaily #DiscoverIreland

Irish Gov't Caves to Anti-Fuel Tax Protests, Unveils €505 Million Package In the face of crippling anti-fuel tax demonstrations across Ireland, the neo-liberal government in announced an emergency support package.

#Irish Government Caves to Anti-Fuel #TaxProtests, Announces Half-Billion #Euro Support Package

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Drombeg Stone Circle under a clear sky. The circle is made up of a series of large stones set upright on a grassy knoll overlooking fields and the distant Atlantic

In today's edition of our Monument Monday newsletter, we take a trip to the stunning coast of West Cork to visit one of Ireland's most famous prehistoric monuments – Drombeg Stone Circle.

#Ireland #DiscoverIreland #WestCork #WildAtlanticWay #Archaeology 🏺 #SpéirGhorm

This is Mac Duagh's Hermitage, a wonderfully atmospheric hidden highlight of the Burren.

St Colmán Mac Duagh is said to have lived here in isolation for seven years, wholly devoted to prayer and away from the complexities of secular life.

#Ireland #DiscoverIreland #Burren #SpéirGhorm

This day last year - moonset (97.4%) over the sleepers at Gyles Quay, Co. Louth as the moon turned from orange to red before it faded behind some low lying cloud.
#moonset #gylesquay #onthisday #discoverireland

More beautiful sunrise memories - this time from Skerries, Co. Dublin on this day last year as the sun rose over Rockabill. Rockabill is a pair of small granite islands situated approximately 6 km east-northeast of Skerries in County Dublin.
#skerries #rockabill #lovindublin #discoverireland

A little boy walks along the path to St Kevin's Church at Glendalough

A man smiles with the round tower of Glendalough in the background

A wonderful day with the apprentice at Glendalough!

We had a lovely warm, spring day to explore St Kevin's monastery.

Though when it came to highlights I'm not sure my history chat could compete with all the tadpoles in pools along the boardwalk! 🐸

#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland

A breathtaking sunset over a calm body of water in Ireland. The sun is a bright, glowing orb positioned just above a silhouette of rolling hills, casting a long, shimmering golden reflection across the surface of the water. In the foreground, dark, craggy rocks and patches of seaweed are scattered across a damp shoreline. Small tide pools nestled among the rocks catch the orange and amber light, reflecting the sky like mirrors. The overall mood is serene, warm, and atmospheric.

1 YEAR AGO FLASHBACK: Donegal Sundown

#photography #EastCoastKin #Ireland #Sunset #WildAtlanticWay #CoastalLiving #GoldenHour #NatureLovers #Seascape #smartphonephotography #IrishLandscape #DiscoverIreland

A hidden waterfall tucked behind Greenes in Cork — part history, part magic 🌊💜 📷📸

#Cork #DiscoverIreland #HiddenGem #TravelIreland #photography #nightlife #walking #CorkCity #Ireland #NightVibes #HiddenIreland #Waterfall

Memories of this beautiful sunset from Claremont Beach, Howth this evening last year. The tower featured is part of Howth Lodge Apartments - formerly the site of the Claremont Hotel / Howth Lodge Hotel.
#sunset #claremontbeach #howth #lovedublin #discoverireland

Greer’s Quay, Omeath to Carlingford along the Greenway and then up through the forestry - a really beautiful route. Spoiled for choice around the Carlingford Lough area.

📍Omeath to Carlingford
🗓️ Friday, 27th March
🎹 Lakes of Pontchartrain

#omeath #carlingford #slievefoyewoods #discoverireland

A lush, atmospheric forest scene captured from a low angle. In the foreground, large boulders are completely draped in thick, velvety green moss, illuminated by bright patches of golden sunlight. A heavy, moss-covered tree limb curves gracefully across the top left, framing the view. In the background, a dense stand of dark coniferous trees creates a sense of depth, with light filtering through the needles to create a high-contrast, ethereal "fairytale" mood.

1 YEAR AGO FLASHBACK: Cloon Woods, County Wicklow.

#photography #EastCoastKin #Ireland #Woodlands #NaturePhotography #Moss #ForestFloor #IrishNature #WildIreland #EnchantedForest #DiscoverIreland

A grimacing face leers out from a column in Cormac's Chapel

An odd, slightly lizard like romanesque head carved in sandstone on the wall of Cormac’s Chapel on the Rock of Cashel Tipperary

Five well executed stone carvings of human heads on the chancel arch of Cormac's Chapel

Some faces from the past in Cormac's Chapel on the Rock of Cashel.

Cormac’s Chapel is one of the most spectacular medieval buildings in Ireland. The chapel was consecrated in 1134, and it bears the name of its patron, Cormac Mac Cárthaig, King of Munster.

#Ireland #DiscoverIreland #SpéirGhorm

The Rhythm of the River.

#photography #EastCoastKin #TeamPixel #WicklowMountains #Ireland #Hiking #NaturePhotography #WildIreland #Landscape #River #Outdoors #smartphonephotography #VisitIreland #IrishLandscape #WicklowWay #GardenOfIreland #MountainStream #FreshAir #ExploreIreland #DiscoverIreland

Loving these countryside sunsets #sunset #countryside #discoverireland

Part of the Corlea Trackway on display at the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre. This trackway is made of oak planks laid transversely on large parallel runners.

In today's edition of our Monument Monday newsletter, we explore an ancient routeway, preserved deep in a Longford bog.

#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland #Archaeology 🏺

A serene, eye-level shot of a still pond reflecting a dense, lush woodland. To the right, large, ancient trees with thick, textured, multi-stemmed trunks and dark green needles overhanging the water. A rustic wooden post-and-rail fence sits nestled among vibrant green ferns and lakeside grasses. The lighting is soft and diffused, creating a moody, atmospheric feel with rich shades of emerald, moss, and earthy brown mirrored perfectly in the dark surface of the water.

Emerald Stillness.

#photography #EastCoastKin #TeamPixel #Ireland #WildIreland #NaturePhotography #Woodland #Reflections #YewTree #IrishLandscape #QuietMoments #smartphonephotography #DiscoverIreland #IrishNature #ForestBathing #GreenIreland #Lakeside #EnchantedForest #NatureLovers #OutdoorTones

A beautiful moody morning over Carlingford Lough. Some gorgeous sunrise colours looking towards Haulbowline Lighthouse from Ballagan shore, Co. Louth as some birds flew overhead.

#carlingfordlough #ballagan #haulbowlinelighthouse #coastalphotography #discoverireland

A stunning sunrise through some early morning mist. Looking towards Greencastle, Co. Down from Carlingford, Co. Louth. Taken at 6:36am, 19th March.

#irishsunrise #sunrisethroughthemist #carlingford #irelandsancienteast #discoverireland

The shattered ruin of a castle tower, perfectly reflected in the blue waters of Lough Oughter, Cavan

Clogh Oughter Castle • Cavan

The castle was built by William Gorm de Lacy in the 13th century.

Clogh Oughter Castle was the very last Irish stronghold to fall to Cromwell’s forces when it was bombarded by cannon until the garrison finally surrendered.

#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #DiscoverIreland

A view through one of the cloister arches to the tower of Jerpoint Abbey. The carving of a dragon like beast can be seen on the cloister arch.

In today's edition of our MonumentMonday newsletter, we take a trip to Kilkenny to visit a true medieval marvel – the wonderful Jerpoint Abbey.

#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #Kilkenny #Medieval #DiscoverIreland #IrelandTravel

Greenore Port silhouetted at sunrise this morning. Photos taken from Carlingford, Co. Louth.

#sunrisesilhouettes #greenoreport #carlingford #beautifulmornings #discoverireland

📍Carlingford, Co. Louth
🗓️ 8th March, 2026
🎶 Beautiful Dreamer by Stephen Foster

A stunning morning in Carlingford earlier today. Lots of bird song and a beautiful sunrise from the horizon - over Cranfield and Greenore Port.

#carlingford #countylouth #sunrise #discoverireland

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#donegal #ireland #irish #donegalireland #travel #discoverdonegal #lovindonegal #discoverireland #visitdonegal #irelandtravel #lovedonegal #visitireland

Clondalkin Round Tower. A tall tapering tower of stone with a conical cap, with a pale blue sky behind.

In today's edition of our free #MonumentMonday email newsletter, we visit Clondalkin to see one of Ireland's oldest, and finest, round towers.

#Ireland #SpéirGhorm #Archaeology 🏺 #DiscoverIreland

A bright, tranquil daytime scene featuring a steep, grassy earthen mound sitting beside a calm, dark pond. The still water perfectly reflects the mound, the surrounding green banks, and the brilliant blue sky filled with fluffy white clouds overhead. Bare winter trees stand in the background. The lighting is crisp and natural, highlighting the rich earthy colours and creating a deeply peaceful, historic atmosphere.

I stumbled upon this gorgeous slice of Norman history mirrored in the waters at Loughcrew Estate Gardens yesterday. A perfectly peaceful moment to pause & soak in the view!

#photography #EastCoastKin #TeamPixel #Loughcrew #CountyMeath #IrishHistory #Motte #Reflections #NatureLovers #DiscoverIreland

Another on this day memory, another Omega sunrise beauty by Haulbowline Lighthouse. Photos taken from Greenore, Co. Louth on this day 2025.
#irishsunrise #haulbowlinelighthouse #onthisday2025 #carlingfordlough #discoverireland

Explore Ireland's legendary landscapes & castles with historian Matt Lewis.
Discover High Kings, St Patrick, Norman invasions.
Watch now: https://youtu.be/ueu0F_Ic5lg?si=JEr0SquNcVmS0pfc
#IrishHistory #CastlesOfIreland #HeritageIreland #HistoryHit #OPWHeritage #DiscoverIreland

📍 Sheep’s Head Loop Walk

Mama and baby strolling along the aptly named Sheep’s Head Loop in West Cork last Saturday morning. It was a foggy, drizzly start, but that didn’t take away from the absolutely stunning scenery.

#westcork #sheepandlamb #sheepsheadloop #discoverireland #curiouscompany