The population of Swords has continually altered down the years, from its beginning as a prosperous and important medieval settlement ...

As an island Ireland has a continuous relationship with the sea; any settlers coming here had first to cross it, ...

By Mike Power This famous Swords building opened its controversial doors on the 18th February 1809, a couple called Joseph ...

A historical society in Donabate & Portrane was first established in 1948 but became inactive in 1955. It was reactivated ...

The final construction of Swords Castle was the work of many hands and many centuries too. Having a siting near ...

By Mike Power One of the most defensively strong parts of Swords Castle, this gate has altered much over time, ...