This August bank holiday may not be a scorcher but it will still pack a punch in terms of the jam-packed programme of activities taking place across the country in the coming days.

A 12ft by 11ft wool map of Ireland, which took four years of knitting and crocheting to complete, is in search of a new home to go on public display.

In Ireland, one of the hidden gems you can find for sightseeing opportunities is the Wicklow Mountains. It’s an adventure lovers paradise embedded deep in the garden county.

Each county across Ireland has its own unique story and to help you discover every corner of the island we've created a bespoke Explore Ireland map just for IrishCentral readers!

With the free weekly summer guided walks of the Wicklow Town Heritage Trail well underway, renowned historian John Finlay has welcomed an increased interest shown in local history, particularly ...