Lough Gur

29/08/2026

An upcoming talk at St. John's Church in Knockainey

We are delighted to announce an upcoming talk here at St.John’s Church, Knockainey on the 26th of September 2026.

Exploring Áine. Searching for East Limerick’s Ancient Goddess by Brian Collopy.

Brian will be exploring the fascinating world of myth, ancient monuments, sacred landscapes and local folklore, uncovering Áine’s deep connection to East Limerick.

Tickets are now AVAILABLE! Please visit our Eventbrite page to purchase yours today. However, a limited amount of tickets will be available at Moloney’s Bar in Knockainey.

Adult ticket - €10
Child Ticket - €5

If you have any queries please contact [email protected]

Link for tickets: https://tinyurl.com/4x9pzs84

29/08/2026

A new season, a little family chaos & plenty to explore September has arrived in Bruff, bringing cooler evenings, the first hints of autumn colour and, for us, a definite change of pace.

The children are heading off on their next adventures, school and college routines are starting again, and just when we thought the house might become a little quieter, Pat decided we needed one more bit of chaos and brought home Milo, our very cute (and very mischievous) sheepdog puppy!

So between Mum’s Taxi, crutches, college, school, puppy training, missing shoes and the occasional open gate, there is never a dull moment at The Old Bank! But September is also a lovely time to welcome our guests. With fewer crowds, beautiful countryside, local events, good food and plenty happening around Bruff, Ballyhoura, Lough Gur and Limerick, there is lots to discover.

For more details see our website www.theoldbank.ie

27/08/2026

We are delighted to say that Dr Patricia Lysaght will be coming to Lough Gur in September to speak about one of our most well-known and still respected traditional figures; the Banshee. Patricia is one of the most important voices in Irish folklore and has been at the forefront of its academic dissemination for many years.
Patricia is coming to discuss her most famous work on Ireland's supernatural death messenger, the Banshee.

The talk place on Saturday September 12th at 2pm at Lough Gur Visitor Centre. Its costs just €7. Tickets can be purchased following the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-banshee-the-irish-supernatural-death-messenger-tickets-1996801504051?aff=oddtdtcreator

There has already been a large interest in this event so tickets are likely to sell out. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

19/08/2026

We still have places on our guided bus tour of Lough Gur this coming Saturday. The tour leaves from Lough Gur Lakeshore Park and will include stops at the Grange Stone Circle, Teampull Nua, the Giant's Grave and Lough Gur Visitor Centre. This is a chance to learn about the history, archaeology, and folklore of Ireland's most important ancient landscape! Tickets are just €10.

The tour takes place this Saturday (Aug 22nd) between 12pm and 3pm.

Tickets can be purchased following the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/lough-gur-guided-bus-tour-tickets-1995077798401?aff=oddtdtcreator

11/08/2026

If you happen to find yourself in Galway next Tuesday, you could do far worse than stop into the Library training room, Atlantic Technological University (ATU) for an afternoon's exploration of Ireland's heritage. The presentations will examine diverse themes including the route of the legendary Táin Bó Cúailnge, the ancient native woodlands of Lough Corrib, folk memories of landlord oppression and resistance in Galway and Clare, and the remarkable survival of a traditional Donegal-Fermanagh song repertoire across more than two centuries.
Lough Gur Visitor Centre has very strong links with The Heritage Studies Dept. at ATU, with staff both present and past achieving their undergraduate degrees here. This promises to be an incredibly exciting afternoon!

Book your place now using the following link:

Join the engaging talks exploring Ireland’s rich cultural, historical and natural heritage, its traditions and folklore. The presentations will examine diverse...

05/08/2026

Our upcoming kayaking event is now sold out! Thanks for everyone who booked and we look forward to seeing you on the water! Fingers crossed for a nice evening.

If you still wish to learn about Lough Gur's ancient past, we are running a guided bus tour of the area's monuments on Saturday August 22nd at 12pm. The tour will take in the Grange Stone Circle, Teampull Nua, The Giant's Grave, alongside the lakeshore and Visitor Centre. The tour starts at finishes at the lakeshore park, so all you have to do is arrive, relax, and enjoy!

Tickets cost just €10 with the tour lasting 2.5/3 hours.

Follow the link below for tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/lough-gur-guided-bus-tour-tickets-1995077798401?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/08/2026

There's plenty happening at Lough Gur this Heritage Week.

Join us for an evening kayaking on the lake, a hands-on nature art workshop for children, or step back in time on our guided bus tour of Lough Gur's ancient monuments. Whether you're interested in history, folklore, archaeology or just spending time outdoors, we'd love to welcome you.

🎟️ All tickets are available on Eventbrite.

04/08/2026

An opportunity to explore Lough Gur, and also learn about its history and folklore, by kayak! A rare chance to see Lough Gur in a unique way.

Friday August 14th from 5.30pm.

We are delighted to once more be offering this opportunity to explore Lough Gur using kayaks. Our kayaking instructors will ensure you are safe and comfortable and our folklorist will explain the history, folklore and ecology of the lake as we explore the tranquil waters and ancient stories of Lough Gur!

This is strictly an adult kayaking session - children are not permitted.

All necessary safety equipment (helmets, personal floatation devices) will be provided.

It is recommended that people wear old shoes (crocs, sandals, etc., are not permitted). Be aware that you will get wet!

Wetsuits will also be available.

We will meet at 17.30 at the kiosk in the carpark.

No prior experience with kayaking is necessary.

Tickets can be booked using the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/lough-gur-adult-kayaking-evening-tickets-1994933335308?aff=oddtdtcreator

17/07/2026

Huge thanks to Frank Prendergast today for an amazing talk on wedge tombs and their solar alignments. It's safe to say he has won over a new group of people to the wonders of archaeoastronomy! A really enjoyable talk and thanks to all who attended.
Tomorrow, we have a guided bus tour of Lough Gur's monuments led by Brian Collopy, local historian and folklorist. The tour starts at 12pm and will finish around 3pm. Tickets are €15 per person and we will be meeting at the kiosk from 11.45 onwards. This is an opportunity to learn about Lough Gur's rich historical legacy. Tickets can be got using link below:

https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/guided-tour-of-lough-gurs-monuments-tickets-1991776433931?aff=oddtdtcreator