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
Upcoming events
OCTOBER 2023 LECTURE Topic: The Homes of the Carlow Gentry Speaker: Jimmy O’Toole, well-known Carlovian, local historian and author of The Carlow Gentry: What Will the Neighbours Say! Date: Tuesday 17 October 2023 at 8pm Venue: Lalor Centre [ W91 XW57] near St....
Lecture on early Medieval burials
Members enjoyed an interesting lecture given by County Archaeologist, Yvonne Whitty on Tuesday 12 September 2023 at the Lalor centre. Yvonne initially provided some general context about early Medieval life in Ireland between 400-1100 AD, before discussing the...
A visit to Duckett’s Grove
A group of members from the West Wicklow Historical Society gathered at Duckett’s Grove in County Carlow on Saturday 26 August 2023 for the last of this summer’s outings. The Georgian house at Duckett’s Grove was built in 1745 and castellated in gothic revival style...
Guided tour of Ballitore
Members of the West Wicklow Historical Society spent a very informative morning in the south Kildare village of Ballitore on Saturday 22 July 2023. Author, playwright and broadcaster John Mac Kenna treated us to an absorbing tour of key sites associated with the...
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West Wicklow Historical Society News & Events
Upcoming events
OCTOBER 2023 LECTURE Topic: The Homes of the Carlow Gentry Speaker: Jimmy O’Toole, well-known Carlovian, local historian and author of The Carlow Gentry: What Will the Neighbours Say! Date: Tuesday 17 October 2023 at 8pm Venue: Lalor Centre [ W91 XW57] near St....
Lecture on early Medieval burials
Members enjoyed an interesting lecture given by County Archaeologist, Yvonne Whitty on Tuesday 12 September 2023 at the Lalor centre. Yvonne initially provided some general context about early Medieval life in Ireland between 400-1100 AD, before discussing the...
A visit to Duckett’s Grove
A group of members from the West Wicklow Historical Society gathered at Duckett’s Grove in County Carlow on Saturday 26 August 2023 for the last of this summer’s outings. The Georgian house at Duckett’s...
Guided tour of Ballitore
Members of the West Wicklow Historical Society spent a very informative morning in the south Kildare village of Ballitore on Saturday 22 July 2023. Author, playwright and broadcaster John Mac Kenna treated us to an absorbing tour of key sites associated with the...
West Wicklow Historical Society Journals
Download your free copy of the first WWHS Journal here
Since its foundation in March 1980 the West Wicklow Historical Society has published a number of journals containing articles relating to the history, folklore, traditions, genealogy and archaeology of West Wicklow and its environs. The journal was revived in 2007 and continues to be published on a biennial basis.With the exception of Journals Nos. 1 and 7 (out of print) all other Journals are available to purchase at a cost of €25 including postage and packing.
For the full list of publications please visit our Journals page
West Wicklow Historical Society Journals
Since its foundation in March 1980 the West Wicklow Historical Society has published a number of journals containing articles relating to the history, folklore, traditions, genealogy and archaeology of West Wicklow and its environs. The journal was revived in 2007 and continues to be published on a biennial basis.With the exception of Journals Nos. 1 and 7 (out of print) all other Journals are available to purchase at a cost of €25 including postage and packing.
For the full list of publications please visit our Journals page
JOURNAL No 1
Since its foundation in March 1980 the West Wicklow Historical Society has published a number of journals containing articles relating to the history, folklore, traditions, genealogy and archaeology of West Wicklow and its environs. The journal was revived in 2007 and continues to be published on a biennial basis.With the exception of Journals Nos. 1 and 7 (out of print) all other Journals are available to purchase at a cost of €25 including postage and packing.
For the full list of publications please visit our Journals page