Since prehistory, the Summer Solstice has been seen as a significant time of year, being marked by rituals and gatherings. The Hill of Uisneach, with its elevation and clear views of over more than twenty counties, was and still remains the perfect landscape to celebrate the Solstice and the energy it brings. Join us on Thursday, 20th June for the … Read More
The Winter Solstice on Uisneach
The Winter Solstice 2023 on Uisneach The Winter Solstice, known also as the Hiemal or Hibernal Solstice, occurs when the Earth’s North Pole reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. The word ‘solstice’ comes from the Latin word ‘sol’ (sun) and ‘sistere’ (to stand still), referring to the actual moment when the midday sun (here in the Northern Hemisphere) … Read More
Bealtaine Fire Festival 2024 SOLD OUT ! Here we go again ! We are back ! We are excited and we are getting ready … Are you ?! We are delighted to announce that the Bealtaine Fire Festival 2024 is when we will all meet again on this Sacred Landscape and join together to celebrate the coming of Summer on … Read More
Samhain on Uisneach
Samhain on the Hill of Uisneach Samhain is fast approaching when the veil will thin. The Dark Half of the Year on the Celtic Calendar is just around the corner. . . we are looking forward to the New Year ! Together again, the Uisneach community will remember and celebrate those that have passed on. We will create a space … Read More