Playhouse Yard, EC4
Leave Blackfriars tube station and head northwards towards the Old Bailey and shortly on the right hand side of Black Friars Lane you will find an unprepossessing alleyw… Read More
Government Funding Deal
Late Sunday evening, reports of a $1 trillion Deal began to emerge that would fund the Government through October 1:
- $2 billion for NIH and the "cancer Moonshot"… Read More
The festival of seven-legged racing takes place around the cathedral in Exeter on the third Thursday after the second full moon after Ash Wednesday.
The seven-legged race comprises teams of… Read More
This entry is part 1 of 1 in the series Because we don't listen
Why were Adam and Eve kicked out of the Garden of Eden? Because they didn’t listen. Adam didn’t lis… Read More
Situated in the southeastern corner of Ireland, Wexford is a county of gentle agricultural land and coastal settlements with an incredibly rich maritime heritage. It is located in the provin… Read More
This novel is something a little different for me. It is a satire set in the
UK at the present moment. There are striking parallels between these days and
the 1930s. There’s a lot of r… Read More
Blarney Castle- Ireland (Image Source – Flickr.com)Located near county cork, you’ll find the captivating medieval Blarney Castle, built over six hundred years ago. This Irish cas… Read More
Edinburgh Castle (Image Source: Flickr – jessica)Almost every castle in Scotland comes with its own history and legends to uncover. Edinburgh Castle is no exception. The historic… Read More
Muckross House County Kerry (Image Source: Flickr – Charlotte Mare)Killarney is a town in County Kerry, located southwestern Ireland. It’s a part of Killarney Nati… Read More
Enniscorthy Castle County Wexford (Image Source: Flickr – swordscookie back and trying to catch up!)Build originally in 1190, Enniscorthy Castle in Enniscorthy town, County Wexford has… Read More
The Merchant Hotel (Photo Source: Conor Curran on Flickr)Here at ConnollyCove, we have comprised all the information about the best hotels in Belfast. Making your search for accommodation qu… Read More
If you are interested in exploring both the history of Ireland and the Irish outdoors, look no further.
Here at ConnollyCove, we have created this guide on historic walkways around Ireland w… Read More
I left Jersey at 09.15hrs on Friday with Flybe, headed for Birmingham. It was a perfect day for flying. We took off on time and arrived on time. Then Flybe had a wobble whe… Read More
Here at ConnollyCove we take pride in all Ireland has to offer. Ireland has produced many famous authors and we celebrate all. Derry is the 4th largest city in Ireland, therefore, it is no s… Read More
World Carpet Treasures at the Victoria and Albert Museum
The Victoria and Albert Museum in London is the preeminent museum of art and design. It is also home to one of the most extensive his… Read More
Raised from castle ruins to luxurious castle hotels and anything in between, the castles in Ireland has more than enough thrilling experience to offer. With over 30,000 castles, you can har… Read More
Do you enjoy the outdoors, art, museums, food and drink, or adventures? Ireland’s County Carlow has something for everyone to enjoy. This go-to travel guide will tell you about some of… Read More
If you are one of those people who love nothing more than to sit in a country pub in front of a roaring fire, working your way through the weekend papers while you also work your way through… Read More
Note: my article about the Las Vegas food festival Vegas Uncork’d was first published in 2015 so some of the details might now be out of date
Mention Las Vegas and most people would im… Read More
If you’re looking for luxury hotels in the Cotswolds The Lygon Arms will be high on your wish-list, and in fact it was on mine for ages. This historic hotel has been a main fixture in… Read More
Here at ConnollyCove, we want to let all you travellers know about all the amazing things to do in our little Emerald Isle. For all you hikers and nature lovers, look no further. When it com… Read More
“Shall I tell the chaps?” asked Berty.
“Absolutely,” replied Tompkins, slapping Berty on the back and almost knocking him through the wall into the garden, such was t… Read More
Published in 1897, Bram Stoker’s gothic horror novel Dracula remains one of the most enduring and popular novels of all time. Inspiring countless movies and literature, Dracula ha… Read More
Curious what the Irish President’s house looks like? Visit Aras an Uachtaráin, the official residence of the President, or just take a stroll through one of Europe’s large… Read More
Castles and mansions have always captivated the attention of many due to their importance to several disciplines, like history, culture, and architecture. That is why tourists usually flock… Read More
The best-selling author Diana Gabaldon has managed to create a world that has captivated fans and readers for decades. Even though she hadn’t set foot in Scotland when she began writin… Read More
The middle decades of the 1600s saw the greatest upheaval that has yet occurred in Britain. It can and should be called The English Revolution. However, this book doesn’t rehash how th… Read More
All the books in this series are very educational.
This book is about the reigns of the Stuart kings of Britain from James I to William III.
As you know, there were two revolutions in… Read More
All the books in this series are very educational.
This book is about the reigns of the Stuart kings of Britain from James I to William III.
As you know, there were two revolutions in… Read More
What better way to spend Halloween than to stay in a haunted hotel in Ireland? Read on to find out where the best haunted hotels in Ireland are and which haunted castle hotels in Ireland you… Read More
The alleged home of the pirate Blackbeard and the actual birthplace of Banksy, Bristol is fiercely climbing the top of the list of best locations for a holiday. Bristol has its own pace and… Read More
The Las Vegas Strip is perhaps the most entrancing location. The Eiffel Tower, Lago di Como, and an Egyptian pyramid capped with a laser beam so bright you can see it from space are all with… Read More
It is rumoured that there are a lot of haunted castles in Scotland. It’s not surprising, given that the country’s history, culture, traditions, and folklore are rich with tales o… Read More
The Elizabethan Era marks a significant phase in the history of Great Britain. It existed between 1558 and 1603, and historians classify it as the golden age in the country’s history… Read More
Are you planning your trip and looking for things to do in London with kids? The cardinal rule for all seasoned travellers with kids is to organise leisure time to balance adult interests an… Read More
Castles are one of the prominent features of Scotland. Wherever you stay in Scotland, you will spot different fortresses with different architectural styles along the way. If you’… Read More