Boats at Carlingford harbour, County Louth, Ireland

Boats at Carlingford harbour, County Louth, Ireland

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I took this photo yesterday afternoon. It was a warm summers day just after lunch. In the background to the left stands the ruins of Carlingford Castle or "King John's Castle" as it is commonly known. The tide was out but it looked to me like the fishing boats in the picture have not moved for a while.

I had a walk up to the castle ruins but it's not possible to go inside unless you organise a tour. I was there with my folks meeting my eldest cousin Linda who migrated to Ireland 40 years ago.

Carlingford looked like a really cool town full of lively pubs and it seems a popular desination for hen parties. The atmosphere was probably hightened due to the County Louth mens football team semi-final game against County Mayo taking place the same day. I saw lots of red and white flags, balloons and people wearing t-shirts with the words "An Lú Abú" on the chest. I think it means "Good Luck".

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