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Weapons of the Irish Countryside: Why Blackthor...
In rural Ireland, the blackthorn stick was more than a walking aid—it was a warning. In this blog, we explore why this humble piece of hedgerow wood was once feared...
Weapons of the Irish Countryside: Why Blackthor...
In rural Ireland, the blackthorn stick was more than a walking aid—it was a warning. In this blog, we explore why this humble piece of hedgerow wood was once feared...
The Irish Faction Fights: When Sticks Decided F...
Faction fights were a wild and very real part of Ireland’s past—where disputes were settled not in courtrooms, but with shillelaghs. These organised stick fights often involved entire villages, clans,...
The Irish Faction Fights: When Sticks Decided F...
Faction fights were a wild and very real part of Ireland’s past—where disputes were settled not in courtrooms, but with shillelaghs. These organised stick fights often involved entire villages, clans,...
The Ancient Irish Art of Bataireacht: Stick Fig...
Before the shillelagh was a walking stick, it was a weapon. In this blog, we explore Bataireacht, the ancient Irish martial art of stick fighting that gave rise to one...
The Ancient Irish Art of Bataireacht: Stick Fig...
Before the shillelagh was a walking stick, it was a weapon. In this blog, we explore Bataireacht, the ancient Irish martial art of stick fighting that gave rise to one...
The Walking Stick as a Symbol of Irish Pride an...
The Irish walking stick isn’t just practical—it’s powerful. In this blog, we explore how the blackthorn cane became a symbol of Irish strength, pride, and cultural identity. From hedge-lined lanes...
The Walking Stick as a Symbol of Irish Pride an...
The Irish walking stick isn’t just practical—it’s powerful. In this blog, we explore how the blackthorn cane became a symbol of Irish strength, pride, and cultural identity. From hedge-lined lanes...
Can I Bring My Irish Shillelagh on a Plane? Tra...
So you've bought a beautiful Irish shillelagh—but can you bring it on a plane? In this guide, we break down airline rules, TSA guidelines, and tips for traveling with your...
Can I Bring My Irish Shillelagh on a Plane? Tra...
So you've bought a beautiful Irish shillelagh—but can you bring it on a plane? In this guide, we break down airline rules, TSA guidelines, and tips for traveling with your...
Is a Blackthorn Stick Right for Me? How to Choo...
With so many styles and sizes, choosing the perfect Irish walking stick can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we break down everything you need to know—from height and use to...
Is a Blackthorn Stick Right for Me? How to Choo...
With so many styles and sizes, choosing the perfect Irish walking stick can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we break down everything you need to know—from height and use to...