Cultural Map of Shinrone
Shinrone is a historic, rural village in County Offaly, located near the Tipperary border and surrounded by farmland. Known for its strong community spirit and rich heritage—including the discovery of the 17th-century "Shinrone Gown" in a bog—the village has been a focal point for Irish rural life studies. It has a population of around 1,500 in its parish.
The Cultural Map of Shinrone is an interactive platform, mapping the culture of the town through the stories of its people.
How to use the map
We've mapped the stories of Shinrone to sites of cultural significance. Select any story on the map to open it in a new tab. When you're ready to view another, select "see map", or come back to this page in the previous tab.
If you're having difficulty accessing the map, select "All Stories" below to open an accessible version.