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Ardglass in the Herring Season
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Ardglass in the Herring Season
Ardglass in the Herring Season - an elevated view of the harbour pier with loads of barrels, fish for sale, horse vehicles, people and boats and the town in the background. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Ardglass). Date: circa early 1900s
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Ardglass in the Herring Season: A Captivating Glance into the Past This evocative photograph, taken in the early 1900s, offers a breathtaking and elevated view of Ardglass Harbour during the herring season in County Down, Northern Ireland. The image is a fascinating window into the rich history and vibrant community life of this picturesque coastal town. The harbour pier, extending gracefully into the Irish Sea, is adorned with an abundance of barrels, each one brimming with the precious catch of the day. The herring season was a time of great importance for the people of Ardglass, as they eagerly awaited the arrival of the shoals of herring that would sustain their livelihoods. The bustling scene below is a testament to the industrious nature of the community. Horse-drawn vehicles laden with fish make their way along the pier, while people of all ages and genders engage in the sale and trade of the freshly caught herring. The boats, both large and small, bob gently in the harbour, their sails furled and nets stowed, waiting for the next fishing expedition. In the background, the quaint town of Ardglass nestles among the rolling hills, its red-roofed houses and whitewashed walls a charming contrast to the rugged coastline. The scene is a captivating reminder of a bygone era, when the rhythms of nature and the sea shaped the daily lives of the people who called Ardglass home. This photograph, with its rich historical significance, is an invaluable record of the past and a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Ardglass during the herring season in County Down, Northern Ireland.
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