Roving with Rose
Aria Rosewood is an up-and-coming writer and illustrator.
As a native to West Cork, she spends much of her time outdoors exploring different parts of the countryside and relishing the simplicity of country life.
With a passion for the natural world and Irish culture, she enjoys sharing her musings with others in hopes of inspiring journeys to the great Green Isle.
Saint Gobnait’s Holy Well
Nestled in the hills of a little-known village called Ballyvourney is where the sacred well of Saint Gobnait lies. Saint Gobnait was a 6th-century Irish saint known as the patron saint of bees, beekeepers, and ironworkers. She is a healer and a protector of the hearth and home, and her holy well is a tranquil sanctuary where many stories of healing have been told. The water within this well is known to have healing powers, and many visit the well to restore their vitality and pray to the patron saint….Read More
The Timoleague Friary
The Timoleague Friary The heart of West Cork is home to many ancient monuments. If you find yourself roving the country trails of West Cork, you will discover that there is no shortage of breathtaking ancient architecture. From castles to stone circles, you can turn over a rock in this country and uncover an ancient Celtic secret, once beheld by no one. One of my favourite places for such discoveries is the Timoleague Friary. The largest medieval ruin in West Cork sits atop a cliff’s edge and gazes out over…Read More
The Clover and the Bulaun
The Clover and the Bulaun If you have ever been to Clonakilty you would know that it is the shimmering epitome of a bustling and vibrant West Cork town. With its myriad of colourful and niche shops, plenty of lively music, and friendly smiling folks at every turn. The community of Clonakilty has to be the most sparkling feature of this place, and almost everyone you pass seems to have a smile on their face. I know I do. If you take the time to enjoy a stroll or drive…Read More
