Most of Ireland was covered with ice until the end of the last ice age over 9,000 years ago. Sea levels were lower and Ireland, like Great Britain, was part of continental Europe. Mesolithic stone age inhabitants arrived some time after 8,000 BC and agriculture followed with the Neolithic Age around 4,500 to 4,000 BC when sheep, goats, cattle and cereals were imported from the Iberian peninsula. In contrast to the larger island, which he called. In his later work,.

Promoting Tourism in South Laois and North Kilkenny. 2015 Irish National Sheepdog Trials.

Swan Road, Durrow, Laois County, Ireland. Harps Minors County Final Win 2013. Intermediates fail at second attempt against Camross. Camross proved to be too strong for The Harps in this Intermediate hurling championship replay played in Rathdowney G. A grounds last Tuesday, July 28th. Like the first game, there was a strong wind blowing down the pitch and again The Harps had the wind advantage for the first half.

When walking it is recommended that you bring walking boots, rain gear, water and mobile phone. These are minimum requirements and please observe the Country Code of closing all gates and bringing your litter home. Latest Pictures From Leafy Loop Durrow. View of Durrow From The Ballagh Walk. Capponellan Wood, Durrow, Photo Map. Knockatrina Wood in Full Bloom.