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Brian Boru – Battle of Clontarf 2014 Millennium festival events – This is the official website for the millennium celebrations (festivals and events) of the Death of Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf. This includes nationwide events for all and much more.

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Viking Tented Village – 100 Vikings will set up campin the tented village on the Mall in Armagh. Listen to stories, visit the silversmith and the blacksmith and take part in other Viking activities.

Booking information Contact Armagh Visitor, Information Centre, 0044 28 3752 1800,… Read More

Brian Ború Conference Saturday 27 September 2014 10am-2pm Talks in St. Flannan’s Cathedral, Killaloe followed by historical boat trip on The Spirit of Killaloe. The conference begins with two talks celebrating the life and achievements of Ard Rí Brian Ború and… Read More

Swords Commemoration Weekend MAIN COMMEMORATION WEEKEND – Large Public Events open to any members of the public: Swords 1014 Schedule of Events Friday 25th April – FIRE and TORCH PARADE, Swords Main… Read More

Tipperary Fleadh Cheoil – The finals will take place on the 17th and 18th where performers will compete for places in the Munster finals and then on to Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann. This vibrant celebration of traditional music and dance is not to be missed. Booking… Read More

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National Museum of Ireland- Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin 2

Date: 22nd June

Viking Shoes with Mark Kelly – Family Art workshop

Join Archaeologist Mark Kelly to learn more about Viking shoes: what were they made from? how did they survive for over 1000 years? Become a cobbler for an afternoon and have a go at making your own Viking style shoe.