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Loughcrew Equinox

The Loughcrew cairns, Oldcastle, Co. Meath, Ireland, are approximately 5,400 years old (Older than the pyramids of Egypt). Each Spring and Autumn Equinox the rising sun lights the passage chamber of Cairn T, the rays hitting the highly decorated back stone.

Many stories are connected to this prehistoric site including that of the Cailleach or witch/goddess. According to the Legend, the Loughcrew cairns were formed by the Cailleach throwing rocks from her apron, jumping from hill to hill. It is said that she tripped and died and is buried on Patrickstown, one of the hills. The area, known today as Sliabh na Caillí or Mountain of the Witch, reflects this age-old story.

 

 

 

The Art of Irish Lore

Animal Lore - calendar
  • Animal Lore - calendar
  • Animal Lore - calendar
  • Animal Lore - calendar
SKU AC26
€15.00

Animal Lore Calendar 2026 - A3 size

A compilation of all the 13 animals of the Animal lore Celtic calendar, including a description of each month and the potential characteristics of a person born under that sign.
The animal kingdom, trees and indeed all of nature, played a huge part in early Celtic Ireland. Each animal represented a characteristic or had a spiritual connection, as well as playing major roles in many an Irish legend. Animal astrology echoes that of the tree lore, with each of the 13 Lunar months being assigned a different animal with its own individual attributes..

Illustrated by Margaret McKenna