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A new Fáilte Ireland plan that “aims to establish Ireland as the authentic global home of Halloween” includes ... alongside our partners in Longford County Council. “The ancient Celtic festival of ...

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But as the day ends, the crowds really begin to gather at the top of the Hill of Uisneach in Co Westmeath, ready to honour this ancient Celtic ritual marking the beginning of summer: Bealtaine ...