As It Was

The Quiet Man and the Village That Froze in Time

---

Dear Ireland,
You are the sound of rain on a cottage roof and the hush that follows an old story. You're the tug in the chest when a fiddle starts, the warmth in the hand that pours the tea, the silence between two stone walls on a misty morning. You are memory dressed as landscape. You are home, even to those who’ve never been.

---

Today’s Newsletter Presented By

Love all things Ireland? Share the joy! Today’s newsletter dives into the charm, culture, and beauty of Ireland, from its breathtaking landscapes to its timeless stories and flavours. Know someone who dreams of Ireland too? Spread the magic by forwarding this to a friend—they’ll love discovering a little piece of Ireland in their inbox!

---

---

In today’s email:

• What Town Was The Quiet Man filmed in?

• From Our Love Ireland Community - What is the story of the Quiet Man?

• Musical Magic of “The Quiet Man”

• Can You Answer The Travel Quizzer Question of The Day?

• At the bar - When Whiskey Is Whiskey And Water Is Water: The Pub Scene in ‘The Quiet Man’

• Around The Web: Remote Irish Beach Ranked Among World’s 50 Best Beaches, Fire devastates iconic Donegal tourist attraction, Off the Tourist Trail, and more

• Experiences Likely To Sell Out

• From Social Media - Quit your job. Book a one-way to Ireland. Chase the rain. Find a pub. Never look back.

• Irish Food You Will Love - Welcome to the Table, New Friends

• The Craic - They Let The Good Time Roll

---

What Town Was The Quiet Man filmed in?

Have you ever walked into a place and felt like the scene was already set for you?

That’s Cong. The village where The Quiet Man was filmed—John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara left, but the feeling of that story never did.

From stone cottages to the famous pub, from the abbey ruins to Ashford Castle, Cong is not just a place… it’s a living memory.

Read More

If you’ve been to Cong—or watched The Quiet Man with family—hit reply and tell us. We’ll feature a few replies in tomorrow’s edition.

---

From Our Love Ireland Community

The Love Ireland Facebook Group is a community of 1.2 Million happy people!

What is the story of the Quiet Man?

Jim Panora

One great classic…I watch it over and over and never tire of it

Leta Moran

Love this movie

Maeve Gill

Great Movie I can watch it so many times and it brings me back to who were in the Old Days

Read More

---

Musical Magic of “The Quiet Man”

“The Quiet Man” boasts a soundtrack that is more than just background music; it’s a vital character in the narrative, enhancing the film’s emotional depth and immersing viewers in the enchanting world of Ireland. Composed by Victor Young, much of the soundtrack was specifically crafted for the movie, but it also features timeless classics that add a layer of nostalgia.

Read More

Love To Visit Ireland

---

🌟 Do You Know The Answer? - Travel Quizzer is Here!

Are you ready to prove your travel smarts? Don’t miss the chance to play the hottest new trivia game for travel lovers!

Here’s a taste:

Trivia: What is the Irish name for Cong?
A) Conga
B) Cunga Fheichin
C) Cúil Aodha
D) Corraun

Think you know? Don’t wait—thousands of trivia buffs are already hooked. Play Travel Quizzer now!

---

At The Bar

When Whiskey Is Whiskey And Water Is Water: The Pub Scene in ‘The Quiet Man’

When John Wayne walked into Pat Cohan’s Bar in The Quiet Man, it wasn’t just a prop—it was a real pub. The kind where conversations last longer than the drinks.

Locals say he ordered a whiskey. Others swear it was a pint of plain. Either way, what’s served in Cong isn’t just a drink—it’s a story in a glass.

If you ever go, ask for “whatever he had”—and watch the bartender smile.

Read More

Editorial credit: Carlos Sanchez Benayas / Shutterstock

---

“It’s Where Kings Were Crowned in Stone”

Atop the hill in Tipperary, the wind still whispers like it remembers the crown.

The Rock of Cashel wasn’t just built — it was raised by stories.
By saints and warriors, by scribes and kings.

You can walk among the ruins,
but don’t be surprised if you feel watched —
not by ghosts, but by memory.

Because some places weren’t made to be visited.
They were made to be returned to.

Read More:

---

Around The Web

Ireland's iconic megalithic tombs may have had an unexpected function

Tombs that are scattered across Ireland may have helped bring ancient societies together for feasting and remembering their ancestors.

All you need to know about bank holidays in Ireland

We love our bank holidays in Ireland, but where did they come from, who gets to decide when they are - and when's the next one?

Remote Irish Beach Ranked Among World’s 50 Best Beaches

A remote Irish beach known for its "tropical vibes among the Irish countryside" was named among the 50 best beaches in the world.

Irish county quiz: Which county is known as the 'royal county'?

How much do you know about Ireland and its counties? Can you guess the county from the clue?

Fire devastates iconic Donegal tourist attraction

A fire has destroyed two thirds of the iconic Doagh Famine Village on the Inishowen peninsula, one of the north west's most famous tourist attractions.

Off the Tourist Trail

These are the places where the pace slows, the crowds thin, and the stories grow richer with every crooked street corner and moss-covered wall. Stepping off the tourist trail means stepping into the Ireland of folklore and family roots—the one that’s still woven with the sound of a fiddle in a fire-lit pub, the scent of turf smoke, and neighbours who still greet you by name even if they just met you. For those seeking connection rather than spectacle, these villages offer a rare kind of hospitality—one that isn’t rehearsed, but real. While Ireland’s iconic landmarks like the Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry hold undeniable charm, the true soul of the country lives quietly in its lesser-known villages.

Shutterstock

---

Experiences Likely To Sell Out

Top Experiences In Ireland Likely To Sell Out

2025 is going to be a busy year - Here is a list of the top experiences that will most likely sell out and you should book in advance. Don’t delay!

---

From Social Media

Quit your job. Book a one-way to Ireland. Chase the rain. Find a pub. Never look back.

And YouTube

For More From Social Media:

---

Irish Food You Will Love

Welcome to the Table, New Friends

In the last few weeks, thousands of new cooks, bakers, and Irish food lovers have joined this group—and we want to say a warm, hearty welcome.

Interested in more Irish Recipes?

---

The Craic

They Let The Good Time Roll

---

Thank you for reading Love Ireland— your support allows us to keep doing this work.

If you enjoy Love Ireland it would mean the world to us if you invited friends to subscribe and read with us. If you refer friends, you will receive benefits that give you special access to Love Ireland.

---

Essentials you need to pack for your Ireland Trip

UK Ireland Scotland Power Adapter Plug, TESSAN Type G Travel Adaptor with 2 USB Charger Ports 2 American Outlets, US to London England British Hong Kong Irish Kenya Dubai Qatar Wall Adapter.

---