West Wicklow Historical Society
About Us
The West Wicklow Historical Society (WWHS)
Since 1980, the West Wicklow Historical Society has worked to nurture and spread knowledge about and an appreciation of the historical heritage of the western side of County Wicklow and its environs. The Society comprises a community of people who share these interests and who enjoy the social as well as the intellectual attraction of events run by WWHS. We aim to reach as broad an audience as possible and to emphasise the importance of history in understanding change and continuity in the world. All who share these interests are invited to join us.
About us
The West Wicklow Historical Society (‘WWHS’)
Since 1980, the West Wicklow Historical Society has worked to nurture and spread knowledge about and the appreciation of the historical heritage of the western side of County Wicklow and its environs. The Society comprises a community of people who share these interests and who enjoy the social as well as the intellectual attraction of events run by WWHS. We aim to reach as broad an audience as possible and to emphasise the importance of history in understanding change and continuity in the world. All who share these interests are invited to join us.
Become a member
Our membership comprises people who wish to find out more about their local area and who are interested in keeping its past ‘alive’ for future generations. New members are always welcome. By subscribing to an annual membership, you will be supporting the ongoing work of WWHS, which is run entirely on a voluntary, non-profit basis. It’s easy to join now using our online subscription service.
WWHS News & Events
Stratford-on-Slaney
On the evening of 11 March 2025, Stratford-on-Slaney Community Hall was the venue for a well-attended event which focused on the village’s history. In her informative presentation, Sarah Gillespie discussed the founding of the village and its linen and cotton printing...
Lecture on Robert Childers Barton (1881-1975)
On Tuesday 11 February 2025 in his native Dunlavin, Chris Lawlor, author and WWHS Treasurer and the co-editor of our journal provided a fascinating lecture on Robert Childers Barton (1881-1975). Wicklow-born Barton was one of the most enigmatic figures to emerge from...
Launch of Robert Barton: a Remarkable Revolutionary
Many congratulations to our esteemed friend Chris Lawlor who also happens to be our WWHS treasurer and an accomplished author on the launch of his latest book. The well-attended event took place on Thursday 12 December 2024 at The Fox in the Bunditch in Dunlavin,...
The Horse in County Wicklow
We are very grateful to Emma Lyons who shared her research and insights on the important part played by the horse in Irish society down through the centuries. This interesting and very enjoyable lecture took place at the Lalor Centre in Baltinglass on Thursday 21...
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West Wicklow Historical Society News & Events
Stratford-on-Slaney
On the evening of 11 March 2025, Stratford-on-Slaney Community Hall was the venue for a well-attended event which focused on the village’s history. In her informative presentation, Sarah Gillespie discussed the founding of the village and its linen and cotton printing...
Lecture on Robert Childers Barton (1881-1975)
On Tuesday 11 February 2025 in his native Dunlavin, Chris Lawlor, author and WWHS Treasurer and the co-editor of our journal provided a fascinating lecture on Robert Childers Barton (1881-1975). Wicklow-born Barton was one of the most enigmatic figures to emerge from...
Launch of Robert Barton: a Remarkable Revolutionary
Many congratulations to our esteemed friend Chris Lawlor who also happens to be our WWHS treasurer and an accomplished author on the launch of his latest book. The well-attended event took place on Thursday...
The Horse in County Wicklow
We are very grateful to Emma Lyons who shared her research and insights on the important part played by the horse in Irish society down through the centuries. This interesting and very enjoyable lecture took place at the Lalor Centre in Baltinglass on Thursday 21...
West Wicklow Historical Society Journals
You may download free copies of Journal no. 1 (1983)
and Journal no. 2 (1985) – go to our Journals Page
West Wicklow Historical Society Journals
You may download free copies of Journal no. 1 (1983) and Journal no. 2 (1985) – go to our Journals Page
With the exception of Journals Nos. 1, 2 and 7 (now out of print), all others are available to purchase online at a cost of €20 each, inclusive of P&P. Journals 1 and 2, published in 1983 and 1985 respectively, may be downloaded free of charge in PDF format. Please visit our Journals Page