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In the News (Sun 27 Dec 09)

  
  Lewis County Louth
, a maritime county of the pro­vince of LEINSTER, and the smallest in Ireland, bounded on the east by the Irish Sea; on the north, by the bay of Carlingford and by the county of Armagh; on the west, by the counties of Monaghan and Meath; and on the south by that of Meath.
In military arrangements the county is included in the South-Eastern district, with the exception of the town of Dundalk, which is in the Northern; in the same town is the only barrack within the county, adapted for 25 officers, 513 men, and 320 horses.
The rest of the county is chiefly occupied by clay-slate, except where limestone occurs in detached districts, as in the neighbourhood of Ardee, Killyner, and Mell.
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 County Louth 1846
This is a maritime county, the smallest in Ireland, bounded on the east by the Irish Sea, on the west by the counties of Monaghan and Meath, on the north by Carlingford Bay and the county of Armagh, and on the south by that of Meath.
Louth constituted the centre of the English pale, originally extending from Wicklow on the south, to Dunluce on the north; and its fragments of ancient monuments are interesting and numerous, some bearing marks of considerable magnificence.
The population of the county, by the census taken in 1841, was, males, 62,297; females, 65,943: total, 128,240.
www.mc-research.com /County_Louth/Descriptions/1846.htm   (534 words)

  
 Carlingford, County Louth - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Located on the R176/R173 roads between Greenore Point and Omeath town, Carlingford is approximately 27 km north (by road) of Dundalk (15.6km directly) and 90 km north of Dublin.
Carlingford’s strategic position on the east coast of Ireland (along with Carrickfergus and Dundalk) made it a vital trading port.
As recorded in the Journal of Isaac Butler – Carlingford the town was in a “state of ruin” by 1744.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Carlingford,_County_Louth   (1813 words)

  
 COUNTY LOUTH, Tourism and Business Guide
County Louth, affectionately known as "The Wee County" is ideally situated on the North East coast of Ireland enjoying simultaneous views of the mountains and sea alike.
County Louth is renowned for it's beautiful beaches - some of which have featured in well-known box-office films.
County Louth is well served with shops, restaurants, pubs, banks and a wide selection of tourist accommodation and recreational amenities.
www.travelireland.org /louth/index.html   (247 words)

  
 Hotels, Hostels, Bed and Breakfasts, Guesthouses, Farmhouses and Self Catering Accommodation in Louth Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Ireland's smallest county, Louth is affectionately referred to as 'The Wee County' and derives its name from Lugh, the great pagan god of the ancient Celts.
Situated on the north east coast, the county enjoys wonderful views of the mountains and sea and is home to the north east's two principal towns.
Carlingford is one of the most beautiful, historic and interesting coastal towns in the country.
www.irishbeds.com /louth.html   (366 words)

  
 Louth: Land of Antiquities
County Louth figures prominently in the epic tales of ancient Ireland and was also the scene of many historic events.
Carlingford lies at the foot of Slieve Foye (1,935 feet), on the southern shore of Carlingford Lough.
Millmount, in the County Meath section of the town, is said to have been erected over the grave of a son of Milesius, who died in 1029 B.C. A fort built on the mount was stormed by Cromwell in 1649.
www.irelandforvisitors.com /articles/louth_land_of_antiquities.htm   (1997 words)

  
 Carlingford
But Carlingford is not alone remarkable for its oysters and its scenery, it is also worthy of an Irishman's regard, as the retreat, and its mountain country the fastness of the notorious Redmond O'Hanlon, the far-famed Rapparee, who about 120 years ago, played the part of Rob Roy in Ireland.
This little town is situated in the barony of Dundalk and county of Louth, near the foot of an extensive range of mountains, and on the S. side of a spacious bay.
Carlingford formerly gave the title of Earl to the family of Taaffe, but the honour becoming, as it is supposed, extinct in the person of Theobald, the fourth earl of that name without issue, in 1738, his late Majesty George III.
www.libraryireland.com /articles/carlingfordDPJ/index.php   (1649 words)

  
 Ireland Farmhouses Louth Ireland Vacation Rentals
Louth, the smallest county in Ireland, covers an area of only 317 square miles.
The fishing village of Carlingford is the Oyster capital of the country and the Oyster Festival draws huge crowds every August into the pretty village of white washed cottages and ancient clustered buildings.
Drogheda at the southern most point of the county is built on the River Boyne and by the 14th century was the biggest town in Ireland, exporting and importing more goods than any other town.
www.irishfarmhouseguide.com /louth.htm   (161 words)

  
 Carlingford holiday cottage rental with walking, fishing, log fire, rural retreat, TV
County Louth is the smallest county in Ireland, it is the 'wee county'.
Louth is a place where thousands of years of history and myth combine with undulating valleys and mountains and where visitor attractions are all within easy reach.
The splendid County Museum is housed in a renovated 18th century warehouse.
www.holidaylettings.co.uk /rentals/carlingford/14280   (568 words)

  
 Louth, IrelandGenWeb Project   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The smallest county in Ireland, with an area of 317 sq mi (821 sq km), it is bounded on the north by Northern Ireland, on the east by the Irish Sea, on the south and west by County Meath, and on the northwest by County Monaghan.
Only one-eighth of the county is unimproved land, of which the largest stretch is in the mountains of the Carlingford Peninsula in the northeast.
The kingdom of Oriel, established in the 4th century and comprising Louth, Monaghan, and Armagh, was conquered by Anglo-Norman invaders, and in 1185 Prince John annexed the barony of Louth to the English crown.
www.jansdigs.com /Ireland/louth.html   (484 words)

  
 County Louth
ounty Louth, affectionately known as "The Wee County" is ideally situated on the North East coast of Ireland enjoying simultaneous views of the mountains and sea alike.
It runs northwards from the River Boyne to Carlingford Lough, consisting mainly of fertile undulating country with a coastline of wide sandy bays and occasional rocky headlands.
In the north, however, between Dundalk Bay and Carlingford Lough, is the mountainous Cooley Peninsula.
www.falgen.org /callan/louth.htm   (304 words)

  
 County Louth in 1886
Louth was one of the counties of the English Pale, and had a small standing force in 1437, commanded by Sir Laurence Taaf, Mayor of Drogheda, and Richard Bellew.
In the Revolution, the armies of King James and King William traversed the County Louth, and finally struggled for the mastery on the banks of the Boyne, in 1690.
Louth is second to no other county in the matter of public roads.....
www.mc-research.com /County_Louth/Descriptions/1886.htm   (1183 words)

  
 Louth Hotels - Louth Ireland Tourism - Louth Bed & Breakfast (B&B) and Accommodation - LouthTourist.com
County Louth is located in the north-east corner of the Republic of Ireland.
Louth County Museum: Magnificent museum housed in a restored 18th century warehouse, the four floors...
County Louth is bordered by counties Meath and Monaghan in the Republic, and Armagh and Down in Northern Ireland.
www.louthtourist.com   (549 words)

  
 County Louth Towns - Carligford, Louth
Situated within a mile distance eastwards for the roundabout of the N1 with the main road to Carlingford, the name is derived from Scanlon, son of Fingin chief of Ui Meith who died in 672.
There is a very fine view of the whole range of the Carlingford mountains and the north side of Dundalk by with its clusters of houses and cottages along the lower slopes of the mountains and coastal areas.
Carlingford prospered throughout the 15th and 16th centuries but with the growth of the nearby town of Newry its importance has steadily declined hastened by the early 18th century.
www.countylouth.com /louth_carlingford.htm   (654 words)

  
 Carlingford Bead and breakfast county louth accommodation bnb Ireland
Carlingford Bead and breakfast county louth accommodation bnb Ireland
Barvavave house Carlingford is the place to be, close to activites and things to see, the beauiful scenery, activities such as horse riding even the great pubs and restaurants.
Carlingford is a cosy little town, where there is plenty to do all year around.
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 Louth
The smallest of Ireland's 32 counties, Louth covers an area of only 317 square miles, most of it fertile, undulating country with a coastline of sandy beaches interspersed with rocky headlands.
Louth and the neighbouring county of Meath are both rich in prehistoric remains, and the ruins of the great religious foundations of Mellifont Abbey and Monasterboice testify to the religious preoccupations of medieval Leinster.
There are only two towns of any size in County Louth, both with populations of around 28,000: the port and county town of Dundalk in the north, and Drogheda in the south which is where we begin our tour.
www.travelpublishing.co.uk /CountryLivingIreland/Louth/Louth.htm   (235 words)

  
 The Irish News info Ireland edition: travel ireland Louth
The entrance to Carlingford Lough and the surrounding area was ruled by the English from King John's Castle built in the 12th century.
Saint Patrick was also said to have landed at Carlingford briefly in the 5th century before travelling on to County Down.
Carlingford also has a very popular oyster festival and fair in August, accommodation, eateries and pubs.
www.irishnews.com /tourism/louth3.html   (834 words)

  
 Louth Page 1
It was originally part of the province of Meath, which was then broken up into the counties of Meath, Westmeath and Louth (and maybe some others) to form part of the province of Leinster.
Louth stands at the northern boundaries of the Pale, the Anglo-Norman stronghold of Gaelic Ireland.
It is rich in archaeological remains, particularly remains dating from the 12th to the 16th century.
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 County Louth: Accommodation Ireland:  Ireland-Ac.com
County Louth is situated in the north of the Republic of Ireland with a population of 92,000.
County Louth is the smallest county in Ireland covering just 318 square miles and has borders with counties Monaghan, Meath, and Northern Ireland.
In the north of the county are the more dramatic mountains of the Cooley Peninsula providing a contrast to the rest of the county.
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 Ghan House Hotel, Carlingford, County Louth
The small lake to the front catches the reflection of the long, white, two-storey building and breathtaking views of Slieve Foy encircle the house.
Vegetables and herbs come from the garden and fresh local produce is used where possible including Cooley lamb, Carlingford mussels and oysters.
The cookery school attracts high calibre guest chefs such as Ursula Ferrigno and Paula McIntyre, and the impressive programme of events includes fishing trips on Carlingford Lough, whiskey tasting and eight-course gourmet nights.
www.goodfoodireland.ie /ghan-house.html   (221 words)

  
 1886 A Brief History
Labanstown, Lagan, Lagavooren, Lambtown, Lannat, Lawlesstown, Liberties of Carlingford, Linns, Liscorry, Lisdoo, Lislea, Lismanus, Lisnawully, Lisrenny (Ardee By.) Ardee Rural E.D., Lisrenny (Ardee By.) Tallanstown E.D., Listoke, Listulk, Littlegrange, Littlemill, Longstones, Loughanmore (Dlk.
county, the smallest in Ireland, bounded on the east by the Irish Sea, on the west by the counties of Monaghan and Meath, on the north by Carlingford Bay and the county of Armagh, and on the south by that of Meath.
Its greatest length in direction of south by west is twenty-eight miles; and its greatest breadth west by north is eighteen; comprehending an area of 202,731 acres; of which 80,216 are under tillage; 91,591 in pasture land; 4,317 plantations; 25,910 occupied by towns, waste, bog, mountain, andc.; and 697 covered by water.
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 County Louth Information Louth Tourist Information Louth Attractions County Louth Dundalk Drogheda County Louth ...
It was also the scene of important events, and many other chapters of Ireland's history are illustrated by the county's numerous relics of the past.
Carlingford Lough is part of a drowned river valley at the base of the Cooley Mountains.
Drogheda at the southern most point of the county is built on the River Boyne and by the 14th century was the biggest town in Ireland.
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 Towns and Villages in Louth Ireland
A visit to Carlingford Heritage Village is a must during your visit to County Louth.
Louth Foxhounds and Dundalk Harriers hunt the district.
The ancient and historic town of Drogheda is situated on the River Boyne, which at this point seperates the counties of Louth and Meath.
www.louthweb.com /townsvillages.htm   (1315 words)

  
 Louth Ireland tourism - hotels, bed and breakfast,car rentals Louth, county maps...
Known as the 'wee county', County Louth covers an area of only 317 square miles.
In north Louth, beside Dundalk Bay, lies the mountainous Cooley Peninsula.
County Louth was the scene of important events throughout the ages and many chapters of Ireland's history are illustrated by the county's numerous archaeological sites and relics from the past.
www.countylouth.com   (256 words)

  
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A variety of outdoor activities can be enjoyed in Carlingford, including hiking, cycling, horse riding, and golfing, to name a few.
The Carlingford Adventure Centre, located near our guesthouse, is the place to visit for over 20 land and water acivities for the extreme adventure seeker or the fun-loving family.
Excellent ongoing exhibition, of the history of medieval Carlingford.
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 Carlingford home page
Just over an hours drive from Ireland's two major cities, Carlingford nestles between Slieve Foy, Carlingford Lough and the Mourne mountains.
Walk the medieval streets of Carlingford and you can still see most of the original ancient buildings.
Carlingford is at the centre of much more too;
www.carlingford.ie   (139 words)

  
 County Louth Caravan & Camping Parks
Louth is generally a flat county with a low sandy coastline for much of its length.
The exception is to the north where the Carlingford peninsula has a range of hills with Slieve Foye reaching 1933ft.
The Pale was the boundary of English influence in the island, Gaelic tribesmen living beyond it.
www.camping-ireland.ie /louth/louth.html   (207 words)

  
 Carlingford Apartment, County Louth, Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Carlingford provides the ideal location for a break.
Carlingford Village in Co Louth is set on the shores of the Lough and is a quiet location which has always proved popular with those who enjoy the tranquillity associated with these surrounding.
To the front and rear of the apartment balconies provide outlooks over Carlingford Lough, the Mourne Mountains and the countryside.
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Carlingford, on the Cooley Peninsula, on the "Republic" side of Carlingford Lough.
Carlingford today is a village of about 500 citizens.
I was born the youngest of three; Lawrence "Larry" Timothy McKevitt being the eldest, Paulina Agnes Maloney, nee McKevitt, being the middle child.
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 RTE News - Search for remains of IRA victims continues
Gardaí have resumed excavation of a site in County Louth in their search for the remains of Mrs Jean McConville, the Belfast mother of ten murdered by the IRA in 1972.
They have also begun excavating a site in County Wicklow and have sealed off another in County Monaghan as part of an operation to locate the remains of eight people, killed by the IRA over 20 years ago and secretly buried.
Gardaí are digging for the remains of Mrs McConville at a car park overlooking Templeton Beach, not far from Carlingford in County Louth.
www.rte.ie /news/1999/0530/bodies.html   (482 words)

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