Welcome to Tales from the Wood. My name is Shelly, an Irish artist, writer, historian and wanderer, in love with the magic of Éire.

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Haroldstown Dolmen

Hidden away in the rolling, pastoral landscape of County Carlow on the banks of the Derreen River, lies the beautiful Haroldstown Dolmen. Reknowned for its graceful appearance, this huge portal tomb catches your eye immediately Read more

Tailtiu

Tailtiu is a goddess from Irish mythology who holds a very special place in my heart and mind. She was a Queen of the Fir Bolg, and the foster-mother of the Tuatha Dé Danann god Read more