Limerick

Limerick was founded by Scandinavian settlers in 812 on an island in the Shannon, today's King's Island, known in Viking sources as Hlymrekr. Even earlier, the island was called Inis Sibhtonn, and Ptolemy's map of Irela…

1 King John's Castle, Nicholas St V94 FX25, ☏ +353 61 370 501. Nov-Feb 10AM-5PM, Mar-Oct 9:30AM-6PM. Built in the 13th century by King John over a Viking fortification. The walls, well bashed about over the years, enclo…

=== Ancient and medieval history === Luimneach originally referred to the general area along the banks of the Shannon Estuary known as Loch Luimnigh. The earliest settlement, Inis Sibhtonn, was the original name for Kin…

Limerick ( LIM-ər-ik; Irish: Luimneach [ˈl̪ˠɪmʲ(ə)nʲəx]) is a city in western Ireland, in County Limerick. It is in the province of Munster and is in the Mid-West which comprises part of the Southern Region. With a popu…

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Limer…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Limerick can you recommend, and …

Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …

The weekend is coming and the question is the same as always: what shall we do? Got an idea for a day trip, a concert or simply a lovely afternoon in Limerick? Drop your tips in the comments!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Limerick, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Limerick, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 - ii. Andant con moto Musopen · Public Domain

Sonata no. 31 in a-flat major, op. 110 - i. moderato cantabile molto espressivo Musopen · Public Domain