Donard Motte

The place name 'Donard' derives from the Irish 'Domhnach Áird,' combining 'Domhnach' (Sunday, or more broadly church) and 'Áird' (high place), indicating an elevated location associated with early Christian worship. The site's significance dates to the fifth century, when Saint Palladius landed at Wicklow harbour in 431 AD and founded three ancient churches in the region, including one at Donar...