Connemara Upland Fencing
Connemara Upland Fencing
Connemara Upland Fencing Whilst compiling detail for our Connemara Mountains, I was often struck by the dense network of modern upland fencing. Where older walls and fences bend to the…
Navigation, Events & Skills
Irish Peaks
Irish Peaks
Irish Peaks A new book ‘Irish Peaks’ has recently been published by Mountaineering Ireland and will be of interest to readers here who like to climb hills. This is a…
Corcóg is a Hewitt
Corcóg is a Hewitt The world of hill lists is mighty confusing with various differing lists in both imperial and metric measurements arranged by height. Munros are well enough known…
Irish Measurements
Irish Measurements If I have to make survey measurements and/or do calculations, I’d always use the metric system: metres, hectares, cubic metres, kilos and litres etc. Just so much easier.…
Parking symbols in use on maps by EastWest Mapping
There are currently three distinct parking symbols on our maps, though they vary by edition. Please refer to your map. 1) Public car park, standard purple square with white letter…