Sráid na Cathrach

Milltown Malbay's Irish name, Sráid na Cathrach, derives from an Iron Age fortification known as An Cathair, situated near the site of St. Joseph's Parish Church, reflecting the area's ancient defensive settlement patterns. The English name evolved from Poll an Mhuillinn (the mill pool), documented in State records from 1585, indicating early industrial activity associated with water mills. Th...