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Welcome to Skill Swap Ireland

Wed, 06/09/2010 - 22:12

Welcome to Skill Swap Ireland. We set up this site so that people could get in touch with each other and swap their particular skills. If you're good with computers, but need a plumber, create an account and see if you can find a match for your skills in your area.

Use the forums to meet people and advertise your skills. If you want to exchange numbers privately you can use our private messaging feature (Registered users only).

Our search engine crawls the whole site for your keyword so any article, forum post, or blog that mentions your keyword is listed in the results. You can also use the Advanced Search to generate more specific results.

So, register for a free account, create a profile and join in! Please leave comments or suggestions below. If anyone is interested in contributing some content, use the contact form to contact us or send a mail to: webmaster@skillswapireland.net

Suggestions?

Tue, 06/08/2010 - 23:14

We're looking for suggestions on how to improve this site...if anyone has any suggestions please get in touch using the contact form...

Celebrating Saint Brigid's Day

Wed, 01/25/2012 - 12:20

Celebrating Saint Brigid’s Day was often focussed not only on the saint herself but also on cattle and dairy ... of which Brigid is the patron saint. Here is a list of traditional things to do on of before February 1st, Saint Brigid’s Day:

 

The Easter Rising of 1916

Tue, 04/05/2011 - 14:12

The Aftermath of the Easter Rising

The aftermath of the rebellion should not have come as a surprise to anybody - arrested rebels were interned, around 200 had to face military tribunals. The sentence of death was passed ninety times for high treason. All this was in line with then current British practice. Actually the death sentence was quite popular with British military courts between 1914 and 1918, leading to more executions than the German Army saw during the same war.

Ring of Kerry

Sat, 04/02/2011 - 13:10

I have done the Ring of Kerry twice, once at near-crawling speed and for two-and-a-half days in Summer. The other drive was in late October, an enjoyable daytrip with lots of pauses. There is no competition regarding the resulting recommendation - do it outside the tourist season, pick only some highlights for longer stops and do not contract sensual overload. And avoid the cafes en route, better grab a sandwich and a coffee in a local store. It'll save you money and (in some cases) disappointment.

Ireland in May

Thu, 03/31/2011 - 11:32

Irish Public Holidays in 2009

  • Monday 4th - May Day
  • Monday 25th - May Bank Holiday (Northern Ireland only)

May Events in Ireland

Seven Natural Wonders

Sat, 03/26/2011 - 11:33

Bleak, bleak, bleak ... the Burren is certainly not easy on the eye. Its grey limestone plateau is scarred by ages of rain and constant erosion. Less dusty than the moon, mainly due to lots of wind, but called a lunar landscape nonetheless. And strangely compelling - even though there seems nothing to be worth looking at first, you can’t look away.

Powerscourt Town House

Sat, 03/26/2011 - 11:33

One word of warning has to come first - the Powerscourt Town House is not your common-and-garden mall where you find brand outlets, chain stores and your general shopping needs. Exactly the opposite is true - this is the place you will want to go for unusual gifts or new ideas. And as such it is an Aladdin's Cave of curios, collectibles and crystals.

You Missed One Over There

Fri, 03/25/2011 - 12:08

Patrick, you missed one over there! Apparently the hard-working patron saint of Ireland had the odd lapse on concentration and left some snakes. Which, in this case, was the Enniskillen parade's gain! A rather attractive snake was spotted accompanying some mummers.

Saint Patrick's Day in Enniskillen 2011 - the resurrection of an Irish tradition "Up North" was a success. After long years without a parade, the Fermanagh town saw a small, but colourful and entertaining parade, loads of activities and fun plus some shenanigans on Lough Erne. And even the weather was (moderately) good, cold but with some sunshine thrown in. Here are some images from the day ...

Pipes and Drums

Fri, 03/25/2011 - 12:08

Pipes and drums reminded spectators of the Scottish connection - Ulster-Scots make up a large proportion of the ethnic mix in "the North". And just to dispel a myth: Kilts and those bagpipes were never Irish, they are adopted.

Saint Patrick's Day in Enniskillen 2011 - the resurrection of an Irish tradition "Up North" was a success. After long years without a parade, the Fermanagh town saw a small, but colourful and entertaining parade, loads of activities and fun plus some shenanigans on Lough Erne. And even the weather was (moderately) good, cold but with some sunshine thrown in. Here are some images from the day ...

Medieval Monuments of Ireland

Thu, 03/24/2011 - 11:56

Have you ever wondered what these round towers were for, who used tower houses or what an Ogham-stone is? All are relics from the Irish middle ages, dozens of them are literally dotted around Ireland. These are (in alphabetical order) the most important medieval attractions you will find:

Beehive Huts

Small monastic buildings erected from rough stones, built to a round floorplan and with a cupola-like roof ... making them look like gigantic beehives. They are typical of Celtic monasteries and may have been used by monks or as visitor's quarters. Excellent examples may be seen on the Dingle Peninsula.

National Gallery of Ireland

Wed, 03/23/2011 - 11:51

Opened to the public in 1864, the National Gallery of Ireland in Merrion Square is one of the often overlooked treasures of Dublin. Several extensions (1903, 1968 and 2002) provided additional space for the constantly growing collections in now 54 galleries. Taking all the 11,000 plus works of art in would take considerable time, so most visitors will have to make do with the highlights. Which can be hard to locate due to the sometimes confusing layout.

Sessions

Tue, 03/22/2011 - 11:43

The Parting Glass

Sun, 03/20/2011 - 11:40

"The Parting Glass" seems to be the most sought-after Irish traditional on this site ...

The Parting Glass

O, all the money e'er I had,

I spent it in good company.

And all the harm that ever I've done,

alas it was to none but me.

And all I've done for want of wit

to mem'ry now I can't recall;

So fill to me the parting glass,

Good night and joy be with you all.






Saint Patrick 101

Thu, 03/03/2011 - 11:25

March 17th is Saint Patrick's Day, or "Paddy's Day" as it is sometimes called. A day filled with Saint Patrick's Parades and Saint Patrick's Festivals from Monaghan to Monserrat, from Limerick to London and from Belfast to Boston.

But why?

Find out all about Saint Patrick and Saint Patrick's Day here:

 

Background Information on Saint Patrick and Saint Patrick's Day

 

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