How a Wicklow hillfort confirmed as Ireland’s oldest settlement puts end to theory that Vikings built our first towns

January 07, 2026 18:10 UTC

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How a Wicklow hillfort confirmed as Ireland’s oldest settlement puts end to theory that Vikings built our first towns

BrayWhy this Wicklow bridge club thinks their card game could change your social lifeForget the idea that bridge is just for retirees — members of a Wicklow Bridge Club say the game is a gateway to friendship, fun, and sharper thinking. After years of pandemic disruption, the club is inviting locals to rediscover the thrill of …

Source: Irish Independent January 07, 2026 18:10 UTC

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