Discover the history of Moira, County Down
In Samuel Lewis’ Topographical Dictionary of Ireland (1837) he writes about Moira and includes this: “The living is a rectory, in the diocese of Dromore, and in the patronage of the Bishop: the tithes amount to £351. 15. 7. Read More …
The dry summer has revealed the footprint of part of the Castle in the Demesne and created widespread interest locally and in the media. Some of the historical records quoted are in my opinion inaccurate. So I have decided to Read More …
To see a larger map of the area by Taylor and Skinner 1777 click on the map above (opens in a new tab)
Waringfield House As one travelled out of the village in the direction of Magheralin, there stood Waringfield House, another notable Georgian building. It was the residence of the Waring family who in 1876 owned more than two thousand acres at Read More …
Hello Boys and girls. Do you live in or near Moira. Is your house an old one or a new one? If you look carefully in the images below you might be able to find your house. Happy hunting.
A question from Mr Mac. One hundred years from now, when someone is writing the history of Moira, will they have anything to say about you? Will you be remembered for something you have done, something worthwhile in life, something Read More …
We know about the raths in Moira and the district but did you know there are two other evidences of early life here? One has now all but disappeared while the other is very visible but seldom recognised for what it Read More …
Irish Linen Centre and Lisburn Museum Paint the Past History of Maghaberry Facebook page Ulster Aviation Society – Maghaberry and Long Kesh Airfields Lurgan Ancestry web site Old Lurgan Photos Craigavon Historical Society Mills of Northern Ireland web site
