Timahoe Heritage Festival

05/06/2026

The Vikings have sailed, the battles are over, and peace has returned to Timahoe... ⚔️➡️🍺

A huge thank you to our main sponsors, The Tower Inn Timahoe, for their continued support of Timahoe Heritage Festival.

Now that the Vikings have finally gone home, it might just be the perfect place to enjoy a quiet pint! 🍻

Thank you for helping make another fantastic festival possible. 👏

Supported by: Government of Ireland | Our Rural Future | The European Union | Laois Partnership Company | Laois Co. Co.

Arna chomchchistiú ag an Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobal Co-funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development

03/06/2026

One of the most eye-catching displays at this year’s Timahoe Heritage Festival was this remarkable boat from Ulfhednar Hird Ireland.

Far more than a simple Viking vessel, it is a unique recreation inspired by several maritime traditions. Its design combines elements of Viking boats from the Shetland Islands with fast Slavic plank-built boats of the Baltic Sea, renowned for their speed and agility. The decorative carvings draw inspiration from the famous Oseberg Ship, while the dragon head is based on an ancient carved ship figure discovered in the River Scheldt near Dendermonde.

Built as a fully sail-capable vessel, it is a tribute to the seafaring ingenuity of the peoples who once sailed the northern seas. A wonderful example of the craftsmanship, research and passion that our living history groups bring to Timahoe each year.

Supported by: Government of Ireland | Our Rural Future | The European Union | Laois Partnership Company | Laois Co. Co.

Arna chomchchistiú ag an Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobal Co-funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development

03/06/2026

And our thanks to Golden Ravens!

Thanks to Timahoe Heritage Festival for the amazing time…raiding and plundering went well and the gold is filling the chests

02/06/2026

A young festival goer getting close attention from film star Dave, at Timahoe Heritage Festival. Our thanks to Raven Haven Aviaries for once again wowing the crowds with their amazing collection of native birds - some of whom have appeared in productions such as Vikings and Game Of Thrones!

02/06/2026

Enjoying Timahoe Heritage Festival on Sunday!

02/06/2026

Our thanks to Just Alice for an amazing performance at Sunday's Timahoe Heritage Festival.

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Timahoe Heritage Festival 2026
Day 2

02/06/2026

Families from across Laois flocked to this year’s Timahoe Heritage Festival