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	City status in the United Kingdom - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Swansea was granted city status in 1969 to mark the investiture of Charles, Duke of Cornwall, as Prince of Wales.
		The largest "city" district in terms of area is the City of Carlisle, which covers some 400 square miles (1040km²) of mostly rural landscape in the north of England, and is larger than some of the smaller counties such as Merseyside or Rutland.
		City status is conferred by Letters Patent (an "open letter" and not by a royal charter) but there are some British cities which predate the historical monarchy and have been regarded as cities since "time immemorial".
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/City_status_in_the_United_Kingdom (2380 words)

	Waterford - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Waterford (Irish: Port Lairge) is, historically, the capital of County Waterford in Ireland, though today the city is administered separately from the county, the latter having its seat in Dungarvan.
		Waterford Institute of Technology is a modern college located in the city and was founded in 1970, the city is also the location of several other noted colleges and schools.
		Waterford remained a Catholic city and participated in the confederation of Kilkenny which was an attempt to break away from English rule.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Waterford (1046 words)

	County Waterford - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Administratively, the City of Waterford is a county-level authority.
		County Waterford (Contae Phort Láirge in Irish) is a county in the province of Munster on the south coast of Ireland.
		Dungarvan is the administrative centre for the rest of the county.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/County_Waterford (88 words)

	Waterford City - Waterford Tourism
		Waterford Treasures at the Granary is both a treasury of gold, bronze, silver, crystal and historical documents and a treasure trail that takes you through 1000 years of Ireland's oldest city.
		Waterford has a long theatrical and musical tradition, which centres on the historic Theatre Royal, which hosts the Waterford International Festival of Light Opera each year.
		Waterford is the home of Waterford Crystal, the world-famous hand-crafted, cut glass product and is a sophisticated shopping venue for high fashion and craft and design centres.
	www.waterfordtourism.org /waterford-city.htm (305 words)

	Waterford Tourism - Waterford, Ireland
		Waterford City is the capital of the Sunny South East of Ireland.
		Waterford City was established in Viking times and it has an exciting medieval flavour and riverside bustle.
		The City is the home of Waterford Crystal, a lifestyle product of exquisite craftsmanship.
	www.waterfordtourism.org (202 words)

	Waterford City History.
		The Bishoprics of Waterford and Lismore were united under Bishop Thomas le Reve, by Pope Urban V. (Sept 4) The families of Power and O'Driscoll joined forces to attack Waterford City.
		Smith in his history of Waterford gives this date for the foundation of the City.
		Waterford's right to elect a Mayor was probably granted by Edward I, sometime before he became King in 1272.
	www.irelandwelcomesyou.com /Map/waterfordcityhistory.htm (1598 words)

	Athenaeum House Hotel - Waterford City History
		In the nineteenth century the city was the birthplace of the actor Charles Kean and the composer William Vincent Wallace, both by coincidence born in the same house.
		Later, in the year 1170, the city was taken by the Normans who sealed thier victory by the marriage of thier leader Strongbow to Aoife, daughter of the King of Lenister.
		Waterford had privleged status and withstood siege on two occasions in 1487 and in 1492 to maintain it's loyalty to the Tudors.
	www.athenaeumhousehotel.com /history.html (490 words)

	WATERFORDGOLFCLUB.COM
		Waterford Golf Club is particularly renowned for the quality of its greens and for its friendly atmosphere.
		Here the drive is stuck from an elevated tee, with a 360 degree view that takes in the city and provides an overhead view of the river Suir, to a narrow fairway which winds its way downhill, between score threatening gorse, to a receptive green 400 yards away.
		Waterford Golf Club is an attractive parkland course designed by the great James Braid who was Open Champion on five occasions.
	www.waterfordgolfclub.com (162 words)

	Certified B&B Accommodation in Waterford - Ireland B&B Accommodation
		Waterford city was founded by the Vikings in 853, and was later extended by the Anglo Normans.
		There is no better way to see and understand the history, archaeology, and architecture of Waterford City than by visiting Waterford Museum of Treasures located on Merchant's Quay.
		Waterford not only boasts some of the most beautiful countryside in Ireland, particularly the splendid scenery of West Waterford's mountain passes, but you will also find a spectacular coast line with miles of safe sandy beaches, perfect for the whole family.
	www.waterford-bnb.com (727 words)

	Waterford, Ireland, Pictures
		Waterford, city in the southern Ireland, county borough of county Waterford, on the Suir River, at the head of Waterford Harbour.
		city information and pictures about Waterford with discussion forum, map, real estate and Waterford population & photos
		Waterford withstood the forces of the English statesman Oliver Cromwell in 1649, but fell to them in 1650.
	www.greatestcities.com /Europe/Ireland/Waterford_city.html (255 words)

	Waterford
		The city was later given its motto "Urbs Intacta Manet Waterfordia" - "Waterford Remains the Untaken City".
		Waterford had been completely cut off from all outside aid, an outbreak of plague was killing 400 of Waterford's citizens and defenders every week, and the commander, Thomas Preston, had less than 700 half-starved soldiers and townsmen left to defend the walls.
		Waterford was the first Irish centre to be re-occupied, and from his base here, Regnall (after whom Reginald's Tower is named?), waged war in England, becoming the first Norse ruler of York.
	homepage.eircom.net /~earrings/waterford-city.html (2757 words)

	The Waterford School
		The benefits of a Waterford education are found in the richness of its curriculum, the quality of its teachers, and the commitment of its students.
		The Ravens volleyball team faces a season of unknowns as Waterford moves from 1A Region 17 to 2A Region 14, leaving a number of friendly rivalries and the comfort of familiar courts behind.
		Waterford School provides liberal arts, college preparatory education for students in preschool through twelfth grade.
	www.waterfordschool.org (129 words)

	Waterford City, County Waterford.
		Waterford City resident writes an interesting article about the preservation of Famine sites and records in the town.
		Waterford City accommodations are particularly suited to golfers.
		A medieval focal point for the city traders, High Street was the main thoroughfare from Viking times. The names of the lanes running off it and down to the river evocative of the past.
	www.irelandwelcomesyou.co.uk /Map/waterfordcity.htm (1127 words)

	Connecting Stanislaus
		It serves the City of Waterford, the community of Hickman and portions of Stanislaus County on an "as-available" basis.
		The City of Waterford bills for sewer service each month in the amount of $19.74 if you are connected to the city sewer line.
		The City of Waterford holds 1 “Clean-Up Day” each year in June which allows Waterford Resident’s to bring their large bulky garbage to a designated area for disposal.
	www.connectingstanislaus.com /microsite.asp?languageID=1&cat=4&pgId=29&siteID=3 (594 words)

	Waterford City Marina
		Waterford City is situated on the banks of the River Suir and the Marina is located in the heart of the historic city which dates back to the 9th century.
		Modern Waterford has an urban environment where Ancient Towers and City Walls are in harmony with modern shopping, housing and business premises.
		Because of its unique city centre location, there is a wide range of Shops, Restaurants and Bars and other amenitites available as you step ashore.
	www.sailingireland.com /waterfordmarina.htm (141 words)

	Waterford Research Centre, County Waterford, Ireland
		Waterford City is the place of manufacture of the internationally renouned Waterford Crystal.
		The Waterford Heritage and Genealogy Centre offer a Full Service for enquirers whose ancestors same from Waterford City and County located in the south-east of Ireland.
		Earliest surviving and complete census for Waterford is that of 1901 but census extracts for the period 1766 to 1851 are available to researchers at the Waterford Heritage and Genealogy Centre.
	www.irishroots.net /Waterfrd.htm (478 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Waterford City at Epinions.com
		Waterford City did have quite a few banks located throughout the city centre — a plus for tourists wishing to change money or head to the ATM before heading over to the Waterford Factory.
		While numerous churches and forts were built in the thousand years that Waterford had existed, most of the city was destroyed by the oh-so-bright and nice Oliver Cromwell in 1650, on his second attack.
		Bored with Waterford City, we drove to the Waterford Crystal Factory- about a mile from the city centre on Cork Road, the main purpose of the majority of visits to Waterford.
	www.epinions.com /content_30142467716 (1827 words)

	County Waterford : Introduction Frommers.com
		Waterford City is 65km (40 miles) W of Wexford, 53km (33 miles) W of Rosslare Harbour, 158km (98 miles) SW of Dublin, 126km (78 miles) E of Cork, and 153km (95 miles) SE of Shannon Airport
		Because the rest of County Waterford is so beautiful, many travelers don't linger long in the capital city, though it is currently enjoying a fresh wave of renewal and development, some of which is aimed directly at visitors.
		In recent years, a major archaeological endeavor has excavated nearly a fourth of the ancient Viking city, and some of the more striking finds from these excavations can be seen in the new Waterford Treasures at the Granary Museum.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/countywaterford/2531010001.html (450 words)

	WATERFORD CITY, County Waterford Ireland
		The City of Waterford is a bustling maritime city full of colour and excitement, with 1,000 years of history meeting you on just about every street corner.
		Waterford nestling by the banks of the River Suir, is surrounded by soft rolling hills and within 10 minutes drive of a spectacular coastline.
		The visitor to Waterford has the best of many worlds.
	www.travelireland.org /waterford/waterford-city (91 words)

	Waterford News & Star: Report awaited on Viking settlement
		WATERFORD’S local authorities are anxiously awaiting the outcome of a detailed assessment of a significant Viking settlement site unearthed along the €300m City Bypass route to find out if the road will have to re-routed and whether it will delay the project.
		Lar Power, Waterford City Council’s Director of Transport Services, confirmed the scenario of having to re-route the road is being assessed.
		Environment & Local Government Minister, Martin Cullen, has ordered a report on the Viking site at Woodstown off the Old Kilmeaden Road near Waterford city, which dates from the 9th century and may be even older than the Viking settlement excavated at Wood Quay in Dublin.
	www.waterford-news.ie /news/story.asp?j=14376 (518 words)

	City of Waterford - 1 2 Travel - Ireland Travel Information Guide
		Situated on the banks of the River Suir, Waterford City is the principal seaport and commercial hub of South East Ireland.
		The flamboyant quay-side docks, creaky old barges and sky-scraping cranes underline Waterford’s traditional role as a prosperous gateway to Ireland& extensive river systems; the modern city centre buildings and industrial hinterland indicate a city galloping enthusiastically into the 21st century.
		Supporting a population of 42,000 (including 8000 students) and a further 30,000 within a 10-mile radius, Waterford is fast establishing itself as an ideal base for visitors seeking to explore the many historical and natural wonders of the south coast.
	www.12travel.com /ie/South_East/Waterford.html (376 words)

	John Rohan Auctioneers - Houses for sale in Waterford South East of Ireland - Commercial and residential property
		Waterford is uniquely positioned to provide the ideal place to live, cosmopolitan town centre, breathtaking mountains, sparkling beaches and all within 20 minutes of the city centre.
		Here at John Rohan Auctioneers, Waterfords premier estate agents, our unique blend of expertise and talent are combined to help you get the best deal possible, whether you are buying or selling.
		A wide range of quality housing at modest prices, access to all amenities and schools that are among the finest in the country all contribute to make Waterford a great place to live.
	www.johnrohan.ie (139 words)

	Waterford Area Partnership — Waterford City Ireland
		Waterford Area Partnership tackles social exclusion in Waterford City by working with community groups and organisations to alleviate social disadvantage and the effects it has on society.
		Waterford Area Partnership Ltd. is one of the network of 38 Partnerships countrywide supported by ADM. The main role of ADM is to support integrated social and economic development through managing Programmes targeted at countering disadvantage and exclusion and promoting reconciliation and equality.
		Waterford Area Partnership Ltd. achieves its objectives by providing a range of services and supports e.g.
	www.waterfordareapart.ie (248 words)

	Waterford Wildlife
		A checklist and distribution atlas of the terrestrial and marine mammals, amphibians and reptiles of Waterford City and County to the end of the twentieth century.
		PandP 1 or call to Waterford Today at Mayor's Walk in Waterford City
		Waterford Wildlife activities include ongoing fieldwork throughout the County and bird-ringing in a local fen; insect trapping and determination of species caught; constant scanning of the natural history journals for local published information and updating the Waterford Wildlife data-base with all field and book data that is new.
	www.waterfordwildlife.com (938 words)

	Total Ireland - Waterford
		Waterford, in the south-east of Ireland, was probably one of the original settlements in Ireland by the original pre-Celtic nomads who came across the then-short channel from Europe.
		County Waterford is a maritime county with no part of it being more than twenty five miles (40 km) from the sea.
		On the north and east the county is bordered by the pleasant River Suir; in the west the Blackwater Valley, with its flanking hills and numerous wooded stretches, provides the finest river scenery in Ireland.
	totalireland.com /waterford (531 words)

	Pat Connolly Properties - Waterford properties, real estate, auctioneers
		Waterford city itself has a population of 49,000, but its area of influence extends as far as Tramore to the west and New Ross to the East to service a population of more than 120,000.
		Outside of Waterford City are a number of thriving towns and villages set in some of the country's most pisturesque landscapes and most fertile farming ground.
		Waterford City has been designated as a gateway city under the National Spatial Strategy, and this has given it a focus for much of the activity taking place around the city.
	www.patconnollyproperties.ie /index.aspx?Page=2 (332 words)

	THE 2005 TALL SHIPS' RACE - WATERFORD, IRELAND
		The grand finale to the festival was the explosive fireworks display which illuminated the night sky and provided the perfect backdrop to the Ships, berthed in the heart of Waterford City.
		With visitors mingling with crews and with so many parties taking place onboard the vessels themselves, the true international flavour of the event came to life in the city of Waterford.
		The city was packed, surpassing all of our expectations in terms of visitor numbers and the level of enjoyment that was expected from this event for which we have been preparing for almost four years.
	www.waterfordtallshipsrace.ie (458 words)

	Dooley's Hotel, Waterford City, Ireland
		Waterford City, with its excellent road and transport infrastructure, is the ideal base from which to explore the many historic sights of the South East of Ireland.
		Waterford City and County boast a wide variety of activities.
		Dooley's Hotel, located in the heart of Waterford City, adjacent to the main Rosslare-Killarney road, gives the visitor the opportunity to explore the tourist attractions of the old city on foot.
	www.dooleys-hotel.ie /amenities1.htm (288 words)

	The Crystal City: Visiting Waterford
		It is the age old tradition of glass blowing that has moved Waterford City from a nondescript town in southern Ireland to a world famous name associated with some of the finest quality cut glass in the world.
		There are few who would not recognise the name Waterford Crystal but there are not many who know what other delights await the visitor to this historic and thriving city.
		From old city walls that date to 1000 to medieval charming alleyways to 18th century architecture, Waterford offers it all in a compact area.
	www.suite101.com /article.cfm/travel_in_ireland/99995 (572 words)

	deseretnews.com Long shot lifts Park City over Waterford in OT Deseret Morning News Web edition
		After Waterford's Daniel Duke hit the crossbar in the fifth minute, Park City limited the Ravens' scoring chances to the occasional throw-in or corner kick.
		Long shot lifts Park City over Waterford in OT
		Long shot lifts Park City over Waterford in OT
	deseretnews.com /dn/print/1,1442,595060799,00.html (466 words)

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