Spirit of Samhain

18/06/2026

The Pioneering Women Of Youghal museum opens its doors on Saturday 20th June and we encourage everyone to take a visit to this wonderful new addition to our town 💖
This museum is dedicated to honour the lives, achievements and contributions that women connected to Youghal have accomplished to shape local and national history.
Also, have a visit to their sister Museums Youghal Lace Museum and Youghal Film and Photography Museum. All Museums are free of charge.

18/04/2026

It's with a heavy heart we write this tribute to our beautiful friend Shirley Maria Lougheed who has left us way too soon....Her presence illuminated our lives in ways words can scarcely capture. You were the radiant sun that brought warmth, light, laughter, and a sense of fun to every moment we shared with you. Just like the glow of the moon your presence illuminated any room, or place that you entered, with that beautiful smile and those mischievous eyes. Just as the stars sparkle tirelessly in the night sky, your sparkle, and infinite kindness will forever shine in our hearts, guiding us through every bright and dark moment alike. Fly high our beautiful friend. As you move onwards may your journey be filled with magic, joy, and endless adventures, knowing you will always be loved and remembered ❤️

18/04/2026

According to folklore, wearing a wreath of bluebells would compel the wearer to speak only the truth. Additionally, if one could turn the flower inside out without tearing it, it was used to win the affection of a loved one.

14/04/2026

The woman who wrote the Florence Newton song giving it her all at the recording last week...

13/04/2026

Did you know that Florence had a familiar who was a greyhound?! The main purpose of familiars was to serve the witch, providing protection for them as they came into their new powers. Familiars could be black cats, toads, dogs or even in some cases fairies (not of the Tuatha Dé Danann) kind! Florence's "greyhound" visited her when she was in jail....

11/04/2026

"The Witch Choir" sounding good as we remember Florence Newton for her 365 celebrations 🧙🧙‍♂️ as pat of Spirit of Samhain this year😍

10/04/2026

6mths to Spirit of Samhain

04/04/2026

Manannán Mc Lir was busy today riding the white horses across the sea.... In Irish mythology he was guardian of the Otherworld. He is traditionally regarded as the god of the sea and is associated with the ocean, sailors, and maritime activities. Manannán acts as a bridge between the mortal world and the Otherworld, often guiding souls or facilitating communication between realms.

29/03/2026

Interesting....Youghal no. 1 most Haunted Town in Ireland

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26/03/2026

Go and give our Florence Newton 365 a like as we celebrate her this year ....
While we don’t have direct proof that Florence Newton was a healer, it fits a very common historical pattern at that time. Many people accused of witchcraft were simply women with knowledge, independence, or social positions that made others uneasy.