Category Archives: Folk traditions

Hawthorn (no, not the AFL team)

Posted on February 11, 2014 by sarthure

The hawthorn, also known as the may, whitethorn, and in Irish sceach gheal, is a significant sacred tree in Irish folklore. Known for its general protective powers, a hawthorn was often planted near houses to keep witches away. It was known … Continue reading →

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Newgrange and the fairy teeth

Posted on October 30, 2013 by sarthure

Nothing about Newgrange is relevant to Baker’s Flat or my research. But it is one of my favourite places in Ireland, and I’ve been going there since I was a child. Dating from about 3,200 BC, it’s Ireland’s best known … Continue reading →

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