Rathdrum
Ireland
After dinner we make a quick journey down the hill to a small local community where you can spend some time chatting to the friendly locals in their small friendly local country pub.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Rathdrum, or Ráth Droma, a village that serves as a vital historical and geographic junction in the heart of County Wicklow. As your guide, I invite you to explore a community that has long been a central hub for the…
Listen in the app2The Railway Heritage — Connecting the Garden
The arrival of the railway in the mid-nineteenth century was a transformative event for Rathdrum, shifting its economic and social trajectory significantly. The station, which still operates today, connected the village directly…
Listen in the app3Avondale House — The Legacy of Parnell
Just a short distance from the village center lies Avondale House and Forest Park, arguably the most significant historical site in the Rathdrum area. This was the home of Charles Stewart Parnell, the 'Uncrowned King of Ireland'…
Listen in the app4The Hidden Valley Bricks — Local Industry
One of the unique architectural features of Rathdrum is the use of local bricks in its historic buildings. The clay for these bricks was sourced from soil found just west of the village in an area known as the 'Hidden Valley.'…
Listen in the app5Churches of Antiquity — St. Mary’s and St. Saviour’s
Rathdrum is home to several churches that are over a hundred years old, each serving as a repository of local faith and history. St. …
Listen in the app6The Avonmore River — The Lifeblood of the Valley
Flowing through the valley below Rathdrum is the Avonmore River, a vital natural feature that has shaped the geography and history of the area. The river's name is derived from the Irish 'Abhainn Mhór,' meaning 'Big River.' It is…
Listen in the app7Rathdrum Idaho — A Transatlantic Namesake
As a scholarly aside, it is fascinating to note the connection between this Irish village and its namesake, Rathdrum, Idaho, in the United States. Named by early settlers who likely had ties to this very region of Wicklow, the…
Listen in the app8Closing
As your exploration of Rathdrum and its environs comes to a close, take a final moment to reflect on the layers of history and nature that converge here. We have journeyed through the village's railway heritage, the political…
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What is Rathdrum?
Rathdrum is a place in Ireland with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Nature |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 52.9318, -6.2313 |
| Last updated |
