Ireland's Myths & Legends: One-Day Introduction with Anthony Murphy - 4th April 2026
Join author and mythologist Anthony Murphy of Mythical Ireland for a one-day introduction to Ireland's myths and legends, at a superb venue beside Dowth passage-tombAbout this experience
Ireland’s Myths and Legends
A one-day introduction with Anthony Murphy of Mythical Ireland
Venue: Glebe House, Dowth, County Meath, A92 PY64
Date : Saturday 4th April 2026
Time: 10am to 6pm
Price includes teas, coffees and refreshments. Bring a packed lunch.
Join author and mythologist Anthony Murphy for a one-day introduction to Irish mythology, legend and folklore. Learn all about the four great cycles of Irish mythology – the Mythological Cycle, the Ulster Cycle, the Finn Cycle and the era of the High Kings.
We will look at key manuscripts in the mythological traditions of Ireland, such as Lebor Gabála Érenn (The Book of Invasions), Dindshenchas (Lore of the Sacred Places), and the sources specifically relating to the myths and legends of Brú na Bóinne and the Boyne Valley.
There will be a special focus in this one-day course on the Tuatha Dé Danann, the pre-Christian, prehistoric pantheon of deities who are very closely associated with the great monuments of Brú na Bóinne – Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth.
The course includes a private tour of the great megalithic passage-tomb of Dowth, which is situated right next door to Glebe House.
Included in the course fee will be study materials – copies of relevant books and papers pertaining to Ireland’s old myths and legends.
Enjoy this immersion into Irish mythology in an idyllic and peaceful countryside setting.
Book your place now. Places are limited. Price includes venue hire, refreshments and course materials.
Price: €150 per person.
Your Host
Anthony Murphy is an author, mythologist, astronomer and photographer who has published ten books about Ireland's ancient myths and monuments. He has been studying Irish myth and legend for 27 years. He is intimately familiar with the mythology and folklore of Ireland, and has hosted 362 episodes of the popular livestream 'Live Irish Myths'. He is also a tour guide and has been featured on TV on History Channel, National Geographic, Discovery Science, Channel 4, BBC and more as an expert on the ancient archaeology, history and myths and legends of Ireland.