- Waterford My Home: A nostalgic emigration song celebrating Waterford as home, with references to its landscapes and the Déise region. It captures the emigrant’s longing for the county’s rivers, hills, and communities. Traditional, no specific author; cited as a key Waterford song.
- The Blooming Flower of Grange: A love song about a woman from Grange, a coastal village in Waterford, praising her beauty and the area’s charm. It celebrates local pride and romantic storytelling. Traditional, no specific author; recorded by Paul O’Reilly in Waterford in 2007.
- The Banks of the Suir: A lyrical ode to the River Suir, which flows through Waterford, evoking its beauty and role in shaping towns like Carrick-on-Suir. It reflects the county’s rural and riverine identity. Traditional.
- Dungarvan My Hometown: A sentimental ballad celebrating Dungarvan, Waterford’s bustling port town, focusing on its community spirit, harbor, and local pride. Traditional, no specific author.
- The Maid from Ballygow: A romantic folk song about a woman from Ballygow, near Waterford City, blending love and humor with references to the county’s rural charm. Traditional, no known author; recorded by Paddy Berry in Waterford in 2007.
- Tramore by the Sea: A nostalgic song about Tramore, Waterford’s coastal resort town, celebrating its beaches, summer visitors, and community vibrancy. Traditional.
- The Déise Song: A rousing anthem celebrating Waterford’s Déise region, its Gaelic heritage, and sporting pride, with references to hurling and local landmarks.
- The Comeragh Mountains: A ballad praising the Comeragh Mountains in Waterford, highlighting their rugged beauty and role in local folklore and rural life. Traditional, no specific author; part of Waterford’s oral tradition.
- The Viking Shores of Waterford: A historical song about Waterford’s Viking heritage, focusing on the Viking Triangle and the city’s founding by Norse settlers. It celebrates the county’s ancient history. Traditional, no known author; noted in Waterford’s folk repertoire.
- Lismore’s Lovely Vale: A lyrical tribute to Lismore, Waterford, celebrating its scenic Blackwater Valley, castle, and community charm. It evokes nostalgia and local pride. Traditional
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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 Waterford:
Ireland’s county Waterford is steeped in Viking and medieval history, with Waterford City’s Reginald’s Tower and Viking Triangle showcasing ancient artefacts. The Copper Coast, a UNESCO Geopark, offers dramatic coastal walks, while the Lismore Castle gardens provide serene beauty. Other attractions include the beaches of Tramore and historic Dunmore East. Waterford is Ireland’s 21st largest county by size (1,838 square km) and 20th largest by population (127,363). Population peaked at 196,187 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 71,439 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Waterford is Ireland’s ninth most visited tourist county with around 225,000 international visitors per year.
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