Griffith’s Valuation (1847-1864) records every Irish household by name and townland — free to search. Find your ancestors’ exact farm and trace your Irish roots.
Brehon Law gave poets the right to shame a miser into generosity — and governed Irish life for 1,200 years. Discover its remarkable traditions. — plus get weekly Ireland stories free.
County Wicklow offers mountains, coastline, and fast DART access to Dublin. Here’s what living in the Garden of Ireland really looks like — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.
Thousands of people from around the world choose to start a new life in Ireland each year. Here is what really draws them — and what daily life there actually looks like.
A sacred flame burned in Kildare for approximately 700 years, tended only by women. Discover the extraordinary story of St. Brigid’s eternal fire and where to see it burning today — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.
We’re gathering one million Irish hearts — one for everyone who loves Ireland — to fill the map of the island by St Patrick’s Day 2027. Here’s the story, and how to claim yours, free.
Americans can convert their US driving licence to an Irish licence without sitting a test — apply within one year of becoming a resident. Full NDLS guide to fees, documents and Irish road tips. Plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.
Nine Irishmen signed America’s Declaration of Independence in 1776. Find out who they were and which Irish counties they came from.
Hy-Brasil was a phantom island off the west coast of Ireland, appearing on maps for centuries before vanishing — and some Galway fishermen still won’t sail too close to where it was last seen. Plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.
Trim Castle is Ireland’s largest Anglo-Norman castle, built in 1172 beside the River Boyne in County Meath. Plan your visit with our complete guide to history, tours, prices, and travel tips — plus get weekly Ireland stories free in our newsletter.