Jan 25
2008
Posted by hendry in Longford
Above : Picture Of Longford Hall
Longford
Brief Description
Longford was a terminal of a branch of the Royal Canal. The O’Farrell family built a castle and Dominican friary here in about 1400.
St Mel’s Classical limestone cathedral dates from 1856. Nearby Ballymahon was Oliver Goldsmith’s last Irish home before his departure in 1752.
Local Area attractions
Diocesan Museum
Banjo Festival in September.
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Jan 25
2008
Posted by hendry in Longford
Above : County Longford Map
Longford
Tourist Information Offices
These are located in towns and villages throughout the County.
Call in, pick up brochures, ask for advice about events, where to visit, recommended routes, what’s on, where to eat etc.
To give you a flavour, we have listed below just a sample of what the County has to offer.
Towns in Longford
Longford
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