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Grand historic Georgian estate seeks new owner

With connections to Lawrence of Arabia, South Hill House in Co Westmeath is a rare chance to acquire your own piece of its colourful history when it comes up for auction later this month.

FOR SALE 4 February 2026

Grand historic Georgian estate seeks new owner

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Life on the land: a pictorial record of our farming past

Life on the land: a pictorial record of our farming past

FEATURES 14 January 2026

'As a new president takes office, we’re reminded of the privilege of democracy'

'As a new president takes office, we’re reminded of the privilege of democracy'

L2 12 November 2025

Taste Tradition: from shelf to stove - recipes with a history

Taste Tradition: from shelf to stove - recipes with a history

Taste Tradition: from shelf to stove - recipes with a history

NEWS 28 May 2025

Women have key roles ‘feeding and nurturing rural communities’

Women have key roles ‘feeding and nurturing rural communities’

Women have key roles ‘feeding and nurturing rural communities’

NEWS 7 May 2025

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The Book Corner: Seán Hewitt’s decadent debut

The Book Corner: Seán Hewitt’s decadent debut

A story of the possibilities of love in all its forms.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

Go on, jump right in – water you waiting for?

Go on, jump right in – water you waiting for?

An island nation, we are spoilt with swim spots. From open waters to hidden coves, let’s explore.

HEALTH 1 January 1970

Tall tales of beloved ‘market carpet’ have left me floored

Tall tales of beloved ‘market carpet’ have left me floored

The magnificent history of Ireland’s towering trees is in the spotlight following the recent storms, writes Shane Lehane.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

St Patrick's Day festivities brought back to life

St Patrick's Day festivities brought back to life

Artistic director Aoife Carry is in charge of bringing Ireland’s largest St Patrick’s Day parade to life.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

A step back in time at Johnstown Castle

A step back in time at Johnstown Castle

Wexford’s wonderful Irish Agricultural Museum is preserving and reviving stories of rural Ireland, writes Rosalind Skillen.

FEATURES 1 January 1970

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Offaly farmer Anne Marie Butterfield shares her approach to rearing lambs

Offaly sheep farmer Anne Marie Butterfield has been rearing lambs for years and says a reliable milk replacer is key to keeping pet lambs healthy and thriving.

Offaly farmer Anne Marie Butterfield shares her approach to rearing lambs