dublin castle tour

Dublin Castle’s green veneer

Dublin Castle is the setting for some of Ireland’s most important state functions – but the building reveals a history the country would prefer to forget.

patricia piccinini artworks

Artistic mutations

The works of Australian Patricia Piccinini were the clear highlight of the art exhibitions at this year’s Galway International Arts Festival. Here’s why:

souillac france

A French market

Each Friday, the main square in the small town of Souillac comes alive. It’s market day and that means a traditional French gathering of local producers.

headwater walking holidays

Walking… and thinking

The thing I love so much about walking is the peace it creates in my mind. I find I think a lot. On this particular walk, I had some special inspiration.