The final construction of Swords Castle was the work of many hands and many centuries too. Having a siting near a powerful, navigable river recommended Swords immediately to the conquering Norman’s in 1170 ad. Rivers provide vital water, allow for rapid travel over the waterways of that day and provided these new continental invaders with […]

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We are delighted to announce that Craobh Cholm Cille, Conradh na Gaeilge has been re-established in Swords, North County Dublin. The same branch was in the town as far back as 1902 (check out the article from Drogheda Independent, 19 April 1902). There is a language revival underway at the moment and we want to […]

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Would you like to build your confidence in public speaking? Have you grown tired of letting fear hold you back? This September, take the first step towards overcoming this fear by visiting Swords Toastmasters for an obligation-free meeting. Discover a supportive and encouraging environment where you can develop your communication and leadership skills while gaining […]

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Sisterhood, an Irish creative wellbeing community that creates spaces for women to connect, slow down and get creative are to host a Scrapbook Social in Swords on August 9th. Scrapbook Social is a relaxed, welcoming evening where women can enjoy creative activities, meet new people and take some time for themselves. No artistic experience is […]

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The “Magic of Beauty and Creativity | Bewitch” event, organised by Bewitch Your Beauty and Kortell House of Beauty in Swords, was a tremendous success and attracted a large number of visitors from Swords and across Dublin. The event brought together talented local women, artisans, and small businesses showcasing handmade jewellery, artwork, candles, gifts, home-baked […]

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By Mike Power One of the most defensively strong parts of Swords Castle, this gate has altered much over time, especially in the later buildings attaching to it. The original castle here would have been surrounded by a moat, the water diverted from the nearby Ward River, with a drawbridge crossing over it. The compressed […]

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Swords Boxing Club is celebrating an extraordinary achievement after six of its young athletes captured Irish national titles at this year’s Junior and Schools Championships—an exceptional return from just seven entrants. In a display of skill, determination, and depth of talent, Danielle Smithers, Rhys Kinsella, Victoria Nic An Bhaird, Sarah Lilly Byrne, Rian Branagan, and […]

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Swords locals will have the opportunity to see what is on offer from an array of artisan producers on June 7th called “Magic of Beauty and Creativity | Bewitch”. Taking place at Bewitch Your Beauty & Kortell House of Beauty in Swords from 11am 5pm the artisan and beauty event will bring together women from […]

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Richard John Griffith (1784 - 1878) of Griffith’s Valuation fame, was an eminent scientist, geologist, and public official , whose careful surveying work in Ireland formed the basis for the first Ordanance Survey(1839).Griffith’s precise geological examinations of Ireland also informed the development of the new scientific studies of both Irish soils and of the burgeoning […]

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The Thrive Swords Connect Café, held on Thursday, 26th March at the Carnegie Library, marked an inspiring beginning for this growing community-led initiative to promote positive mental health and wellbeing through activities that benefit the people of Swords. Organised by Thrive Swords, a Mental Health Ireland initiative, supported by Fingal County Council, the event brought […]

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