Johnstown is a small village just outside Naas in County Kildare. I have passed by it countless times over the years and just by chance whilst hunting for a standing stone I came across a small little graveyard and church with an amazing history. There are signs of early human activity in the area dating back to ancient times, the most notable being the Holed stone which rests in a field towards the Southern end of the village. The stone is linked to an astronomical alignment to the summer solstice. Today though we are going to have a look at the medieval church at the other end of the village. Originally known as Fraoch Oileán the village name changed to Johnstown, presumably taking the name from the religious order whom established themselves in the area.
Not to be confused with their infamous Templar brothers, the Knights Hospitallers or The Order…
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Theres just something about b&w photography. Theres so much more detail and feeling. I love it.
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So do I and Ed has a masterly touch for capturing atmosphere.
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Indeed. I love his pics.
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So do I 🙂
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By the way… love the new hairdo 😉
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I found it lying around my sons bedroom, (?!) and thought…why not…well you would, wouldn’t you? 😂😂 So I put it out there and have had so much positive feedback that I have decided that it will remain as this years me. 🙂🙃
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Well, I would… in as far as I would touch anything in a son’s bedroom without forceps and a hazchem suit…but then, my sons’ opinion of my sanity has often been called into question… 😉
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I know what you mean about forceps and as far as my sanity is concerned, my family accepted a long time ago that I’d given up on the little I had, now they just go with the flow…
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I like ancient stones, looking worn and holding all kinds of secrets and stories from the past. Nicely shared. Thank you! 🙂
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