- Longford on My Mind: A nostalgic emigration song expressing longing for Longford’s landscapes and community life, capturing the emigrant’s emotional connection to their hometown. It reflects the county’s rural charm and diaspora experience, attributed to Longford’s folk tradition.
- The Battle of Granard: A historical ballad recounting the 1798 United Irishmen’s defeat at Granard, where 2,000 rebels were massacred by British forces. It evokes Longford’s rebellious past and the tragedy of the event. Traditional, with no single author; part of Longford’s oral tradition.
- Rising of the Moon: A resistance song tied to the 1798 Rebellion, specifically linked to Longford through its reference to the Battle of Ballinamuck, where French and Irish forces were defeated. It celebrates resistance and local pride. Traditional, often attributed to John Keegan Casey (1846–1870), though Longford versions emphasise local events.
- Shores Around Lough Ree: A lyrical ode to Lough Ree, a major lake in Longford, celebrating its scenic beauty and the tranquility of the surrounding communities like Lanesborough and Newtowncashel, traditional Longford folk song.
- My Native Town Drumlish: A sentimental song about Drumlish, a village in North Longford, focusing on local pride, community life, and the pull of home for emigrants, part of Longford’s folk tradition.
- Misty Rolling Midlands: A poetic ballad describing Longford’s rolling midlands landscape, evoking the county’s rural serenity and agricultural heritage, traditional song.
- Abbeyshrule: A folk song about the village of Abbeyshrule, known for its medieval monastery and Royal Canal. It celebrates local history and the village’s quiet charm. Traditional, with no known author.
- Longford Weaver: A narrative song about a weaver in Longford, depicting rural life and traditional crafts in the county during the 19th century. It highlights economic struggles and resilience. Traditional, no specific author.
- Whistling Phil McHugh: A lighthearted song about a local character, Phil McHugh, known for his whistling in Longford. It celebrates quirky community figures and rural humor, traditional Longford song.
- Longford Town (The Academy Rap): A modern rap song about growing up in Longford Town, focusing on youth experiences, local landmarks, and community pride, with references to school, friends, and playing ball. It also touches on challenges like racism faced by the artists. Written by Nevlonne Dampare (ND) and Kofi Appiah (K Muni), Longford natives, released in 2020.
Songs
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Anthem
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Longford:
Ireland’s county Longford offers a peaceful blend of history and countryside, with the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre showcasing an ancient Iron Age road. The county’s St Mel’s Cathedral in Longford town provides architectural beauty, while the River Inny offers opportunities for kayaking and fishing. Other attractions include the rolling farmlands and historic Ardagh village. Longford is Ireland’s fourth smallest county by size and second smallest by population (46,751). Population peaked at 115,491 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 28,250 in 1971. In terms of hospitality, Longford is Ireland’s 32nd most visited and Ireland’s least visited tourist county with around 22,000 international visitors per year.
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