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17/08/2017

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1423412957748747&id=130165957073460

14/06/2017

It is going to be a glorious on the Shannon this weekend and Riverfest is taking place in Shannonbridge, make sure to attend as is always a fantastic event.

21/09/2015

Looks like some traffic on the Shannon this weekend !

22/06/2015

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3TRx89gIoU

Murmuration of Sterlings over the Shannon. Carrick on Shannon June 2015

16/04/2015

19/03/2015

On White Island, Lough Erne, Co. Fermannagh the walls of a ruined church contains these 8 figures including an uncarved figure, suggesting the figures were carved on-site, and a frowning face, or "mask". From left to right, the figures are as follows:

The first figure is presumed to be a Sheela na Gig - a statue of a grinning, naked female figure with its hands resting on its thighs. However the gender of the figure cannot be completely discerned from the carving, due to the lack of detail. Known to archaeologists as an 'exhibitionist figure', 'Sheelas' are common throughout Ireland as a supposedly magical creature, and are often found over church doorways and windows.

The second figure is a seated figure, presumed to represent a Christ figure. It is similar to a representation of a seated Christ in the Book of Kells, supporting Hickey’s view that the figures supported an Ambro (lectern or pulpit used by clergy to proclaim the Gospel).

The third figure is supposedly an abbot, or similarly highly ranking clerical figure. It is hooded, and holding a crook and a bell.

The fourth figure is possibly David with hand pointing to his mouth. This is a reference to David’s role as a psalmist. This figure is shown to be holding a scroll, and has a pouch hanging from its belt.

The fifth and sixth figures were identified by Hickey as 'Christ with Griffins' and 'Christ the warrior with sword & shield', respectively. The sixth figure is shown to be wearing a penannular brooch of 9th or 10th century fashion.

The seventh figure is uncarved, and thus blank, and the eighth figure is a frowning head.

03/03/2015

Congratulations to Poduma Village celebrating 1 year in business this Saturday. A great job done on an enchanting location for anyone looking to stay in the beautiful holiday town of Portumna !

23/02/2015

Congratulations to Riversdale Guesthouse and marina in Ballinamore on the launch of their newly refurbished business. Looks wonderful. Best of luck in the future.

The hoteliers help Co Leitrim residents Graham and Patricia Thomas, owners of a nine-bedroom guest house in Ballinamore that is used for multiple businesses.

13/02/2015

A short aerial video by www.clarevirtually.ie of the ancient Round Tower and church on Holy Island, Lough Derg, Co. Clare. Shot in freezing fog the video has...

11/12/2014

Loving the lights in Carrick on Shannon !

09/12/2014

Lovely Winter Scene from Larkins Bar & Restaurant in GarryKennedy.

01/12/2014

Santa is coming to Battlebridge !
Very exciting.

http://www.eventbrite.ie/e/santas-glamping-grotto-experience-tickets-14162208547

"SANTA'S GLAMPING GROTTO" at Battlebridge is the place to see the man himself on December 7th, 14th, 20th, 21st and 22nd from 1-6pm. Experience a Warm Welcome Drink, Christmas Craft & Cookery Activities including designing your very own Christmas Bauble, decorate a Christmas Cookie with Mrs Claus's…

28/11/2014

Loug Derg in November. Ghostly, mystical and entrancing.

13/11/2014

Starlings murmation in Portumna. Isn't that just beautiful?

13/11/2014

06/08/2014

Hiring a boat on the Shannon is one of the most relaxing holidays on the planet!

The Shannon river is three hundred and eighty six kilometers of waterway spanning eleven counties from the north of Ireland in county Fermanagh on the Erne System, to the Shannon estuary in county Kerry in the south west of Ireland.

18/07/2014

Great Article about holidaying on the River Shannon.

http://hayo.co/inside-europe-david-owen-mahons-tips-for-seeing-ireland-by-boat/

After time spent travelling and living in California, Vancouver, and Sweden, David Owen Mahon is now back in his native Dublin, where he manages the bar at Moth

02/07/2014

Another relaxing day on the Shannon.

03/06/2014

The fantastic Roma restaurant in Portumna is celebrating it's 5th anniversary on Wednesday. Everything will be half price (except minerals) and folks the pizza here is delicious.

http://discovertheshannon.com/listings/roma-pizzeria/

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