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The Hag's Chair, Loughcrew
There are so many stories about this woman whose tale is so intensely bound up with Sliabh na Caillí. Was she running from a threat or an enemy when she fell from the sky, broke her neck and was buried there? Was she a wise woman of the area who gave advice and to the local people and as such was venerated after her death with a burial at their most sacred site? Was she the witch of popular legend who dropped stones from her apron and formed the Sliabh that way? Is she an aspect of the famed triple Goddess of Celtic lore?
Goddess, Hag or Witch? The Cailleach of the Cairns
In this workshop, you will be introduced to the folklore and mythology of An Cailleach through poetry, legend and song. We will firstly explore the tales of Sliabh na Caillí and the surrounding area and will move on to consider An Cailleach in other parts of the Celtic world. Material used in this workshop will be drawn from the rich archives of the Irish Folklore Commission, from literature and folk legend, and from historical research.
Your Tutor & Guide
Tracey Holsgrove has a BA in History and Irish Studies (1995) and an MA in Historical Research (1997) both from the University of Liverpool. Her fields of interest are women’s history, folklore and religious belief through history.
Malachy Hand, is a Fáilte Ireland accredited tour guide for the Meath area and has been guiding at Loughcrew cairns with the OPW for three seasons. He has extensive knowledge of the local area - both historical and current - and has a Certificate in Local History Studies.
Tracey Holsgrove has a BA in History and Irish Studies (1995) and an MA in Historical Research (1997) both from the University of Liverpool. Her fields of interest are women’s history, folklore and religious belief through history.
Malachy Hand, is a Fáilte Ireland accredited tour guide for the Meath area and has been guiding at Loughcrew cairns with the OPW for three seasons. He has extensive knowledge of the local area - both historical and current - and has a Certificate in Local History Studies.
Cost €60
Includes: Tea/Coffee on arrival; lunch; tea/coffee & entrance to Loughcrew Gardens. Does not include transport. Please note also that the Loughcrew cairns are not wheelchair accessible.
For a more complete itinerary or further information please contact us.
Includes: Tea/Coffee on arrival; lunch; tea/coffee & entrance to Loughcrew Gardens. Does not include transport. Please note also that the Loughcrew cairns are not wheelchair accessible.
For a more complete itinerary or further information please contact us.
