Sequana’s Healing temple at the Source of the River Seine The Source of the Severn and the Lydney temple. Or visit the Story Archaeology page: The Romano British temple at Lydney The site was excavated by Mortimer Wheeler and his wife Tessa, in 1920’s I have also always been also interested in the influence this…
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Chris’ Ramble 12: The Rider on the River
This ‘Ramble’ is inpired by the silver rider on the River Seine at the Paris 24 Olympics. So join Chris as she explores the history and mythology of three great rivers, the Seine, the Severn and the Shannon and discovers just how their stories may just meander together. Explore a gallery page of images of…
Chris’ Ramble 11: Romancing the Neolithic Stone
New Scientific evidence supporting the origin of the altar stone at Stonhenge supports a better understanding of the of societal connections and collaborative co-operation to be found between the communities of early neolithic farmers throughout Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. Join Chris in this new ramble and share her excitement! Links for this Episode
Celtic Eye ~ Events and updates
The brilliant Celtic Eye Art Group have been extremely active so far this year and I wanted to post an update on just a few of their recent artistic and environmental projects. Back in February, The Celtic Eye Art Group celebrated Saint Brigid with a collection of Art work, Poetry, Herbal/Folklore & a St Brigid’s…
Chris’ Ramble 10 ~ Stories to Remember
The National Folklore Schools Collection was compiled in 1937 with stories and memories collected with the support of schools from all over Ireland. Itis one of Ireland’s unique and valuable treasures and a wonderful resource. Join Chris as she explores this collection including its current relevanceand considers whar a similar collecton might look like if…
A Conversation with Anthony Murphy
Anthony Murphy, is an author, journalist, astronomer and photographer. He also curates the wondeful Mythical Ireland website. Join Chris and Anthony as they explore how Irish mythological stories, supported by recent evidence from genertics, seem to reflect the remarkable story of both neolithic and bronze age Ireland. This is a slightly longer ‘Conversation in the…
Many Shades of Darkness (revisited)
This article posted by Isolde, a few years ago now, has proved a favourite, both for me and a number of Story Archaeology friends. I am not a philologist but I had always wondered how much this method of managing colour perception might be found in other early language forms, looking back, perhaps, to their…
ÉIRÍ: Latest updates from Celtic Eye
The Celtic Eye group have been busy with some exciting activities. Here are reports some of their recent events. This report is from 18th Jan 2024 We look forward to seeing Katie & her Farm PEAT team on Friday February 2nd 2-4 as we join them in Ballydangan to collaborate with the Community & Local…
Candles in the Window: an anthology of Christmas memories
Back in 2004, I was asked to created a short book based on transcribed conversations I shared with groups of older people in Longford nursing homes. They painted some vivid memory pictures and I really did enjoy our conversions. It was a great pleasure and it was also very interesting to compare their memories of…
Chris Ramble 9: An Irish Winter Solstice Journey
Grianstad an Gheimhridh, the winter solstice is that special moment when the year turns and the hours of daylight, begin slowly to increase. This time of year has long been a cause for reflection and celebration. So, join Chris on yet another ramble, as she explores an Irish Winter Solstice journey. Links for this episode…