sits picturesquely in the heart of Limerick City’s Medieval Quarter, where the Abbey River meets the Shannon. The Locke Bar has a history and resonance to its premises that is a rare find anywhere in Ireland. It can be found … Continue reading Limerick: The Locke Bar – 2013
King John’s Castle also known as Limerick Castle is a 13th-century castle located on King’s Island in Limerick, Ireland, next to the River Shannon. Although the site dates back to 922 when the Vikings lived on the Island, the castle … Continue reading Limerick: King John’s Castle – 2013
Another pub in Galway (I think). Great music and pints. Continue reading Galway: local pub 2 – 2013
I first saw these lads at Four Green Fields at the original thatched roof pub in Tampa many years ago. I’ve seen them several times at 4GF since and they never fail to entertain and get my blood up. They … Continue reading Thurles, County Tipperary: Hayes Hotel – the Wolfe Tones – 2013
The Cliffs of Moher are sea cliffs located at the southwestern edge of the Burren region in County Clare, Ireland. They run for about 14 kilometres. Continue reading Cliffs of Moher – 2012 and 2013
Sadly, I don’t recall the name of this pub but I believe it was in Galway. I remember drinking many pints there. I vaguely recall that this was an ad-hoc band of locals who were quite good. Continue reading Galway: local pub – 2013
After Dublin we drove down the east coast of Dublin during the 2012 trip. I randomly chose Wicklow as an overnight stop as I was tired of driving. We luckily found a suitable Pub with some ok rooms though my … Continue reading Wicklow – 2012
Johnnie Fox’s Hooley Night – includes the famous Fox’s troupe of Irish dancers, lively band playing traditional Irish music, and a four course meal by the award winning kitchen. A bit touristy but fun nonetheless. A bit of a crazy … Continue reading Glencullen Dublin Mountains: Johnnie Fox’s pub – 2012
We visited a small pub in Thurles for a quick pint. Unfortunately, I can’t recall the name of the pub or this gentleman’s name but I do remember he was quite good and sang a number of rebel songs to … Continue reading Thurles, County Tipperary: small pub near Hayes Hotel – 2013
Keith in Ireland 