Howth

Howth (Irish: Beann Éadair) is a residental area in County Fingal (previously County Dublin) in the Republic of Ireland.

Related Topics:
Irish - County Fingal - County Dublin - Republic of Ireland

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Originally a small fishing village, it now forms one of the northern termini of the DART suburban rail system. One of its more famous residents is Gay Byrne. The village of Howth spans most of the northern part of Howth Head and is connected to nearby Sutton via a narrow strip of land. In the past, Howth could become isolated from the mainland during stormy weather and high tides.

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DART - Gay Byrne - Howth Head - Sutton

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There is a tiny island just off the coast of Howth named Ireland's Eye. It is currently a designated bird sanctuary.

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Howth is also a mecca for anglers. Anything from cod to ray can be caught from Howth's rocky shore marks.

Related Topics:
Cod - Ray

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In 1914, thousands of rifles were landed at Howth by Erskine Childers for the Irish Volunteers. Many were used against the British in the Easter Rising and the subsequent Anglo-Irish War.

Related Topics:
1914 - Erskine Childers - Irish Volunteers - British - Easter Rising - Anglo-Irish War

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