Neagh Collection

Basket Weaving on the Shores of Lough Neagh, Co. Antrim - a view of Miss Celina Mulholland and a boy basket weaving outside a building. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh)

Rams Island from Sandy Bay, Lough Neagh - a view out to the island in the distance, in the foreground a boat with a lot of people onboard and on the shore a girl and child in arms

Irish Cottage
A lovely old cottage by Lough Neagh, near Derrymore, Co Antrim, Northern Ireland

Lough Neagh Eel Fishers Pegging the Lines - a view of a man and a girl working with lines for fishing eels. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Eel Weir on Lough Neagh at Toome, Co. Antrim - a view of the eel weir with three men standing on a wooden bridge. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Toomebridge). Date: circa early 1900s

Rams Island, Lough Neagh from Glenavy - a view of the island in the distance with four people and a boat in the foreground. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Glenavy)

At Maghery Ferry, Lough Neagh - a view of two women in a rowing boat at a ferry crossing. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Maghery). Date: circa early 1900s

The Crumlin River at Loch Neagh
The Crumlin River at L. Neagh - a view of the river where it meets the Lough, on the far side of the river is a boat. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Basket Making, Gawleys Gate. Loch Neagh
Basket Making, Gawleys Gate. L. Neagh - a view of three men outside making baskets. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Drying and Repairing Eel Nets at Maghery, Loch Neagh
Drying and Repairing Eel Nets at Maghery, L. Neagh - a view of a man spreading eel nets out in a field to dry. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Maghery). Date: circa early 1900s

Lough Neagh, Co Antrim, Ireland; Boat In A Lake

Lough Neagh at Gawleys Gate - a view of a moored rowing boat in the waters edge, with buildings behind the shoreline. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Cutting Osiers With a Hook, near Lough Neagh - a view of a man in a field of osiers cutting with a bill hook. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Shovellers Nest. Lough Neagh - a close in view of the nest. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Basket Industry, Lough Neagh - a view of a man outside standing beside a large stack of baskets, that have just been made. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh)

Spreading Pollan Nets, Lough Neagh - a view at the edge of the Lough showing a man spreading out pollan nets to dry. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Drying Pollan Nets at Gawleys Gate, Lough Neagh - a view at the edge of the Lough showing pollan nets spread out to dry. There is a boat in the water

Pollen Fishers Boat, Lough Neagh - a view of three men on a rowing boat with retouched sails in a stream exiting the Lough. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh)

Osier Baskets Made at Gawleys Gate, Loch Neagh
Osier Baskets Made at Gawleys Gate, L. Neagh - a view of a youth bringing other baskets to a pile outside a cottage. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Potato Baskets, Gawleys Gate, Loch Neagh
Potato Baskets, Gawleys Gate, L. Neagh - a view of a man beside a large stack of potato baskets made. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Cutting Osiers for Basket Making, Lough Neagh
Cutting Osiers forBasket Making, Lough Neagh - a view of a man in a field with a scythe cutting osiers. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Osiers Stacked Ready for Basket Making, Lough Neagh
Osiers Stacked Ready forBasket Making, L. Neagh - a view of two men and a boy stacking bundles of osiers. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Pollan, Or Fresh Water Herring, Coregonus Pollan, Export 1900, 447 Ton. Lough Neagh, Food. Mysis Religta - a photograph of two fish on a grey background with a penny for scale. (Location: Ireland)

An Eel Fishers Boat at Cranfield, Lough Neagh - a view of a boat at the Lough shore with two children on board and a dog. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Cranfield td.)

Lough Neagh Pollan Fishers near Crumlin - a view of two men in a boat at the lough. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Crumlin). Date: circa early 1900s

Pollan Fishers Twisting Lines for Nets, Lough Neagh
Pollan Fishers Twisting Lines forNets, Lough Neagh - a view of a man operating a large wheel to twist a net for a man in the background in a field

Drying the Pollan Nets, Lough Neagh - a view of a man on the left drying nets and a man on the right beside an upturned boat. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh)

Lough Neagh Pollan Fishers Preparing the Nets - a view of two men working at nets beside an overturned boat. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Lough Neagh). Date: circa early 1900s

Derrywarragh Castle, Maghery, Loch Neagh
Derrywarragh Castle, Maghery, L. Neagh - a view of a derelict Castle stump with a boy sitting at the base. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Maghery). Date: circa early 1900s

Toome Weir on Lough Neagh - a view along the weir with a boy fishing in the foreground and the photographer standing on the weir. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Toome)

Lough Neagh at Shanes Castle - a view across the Lough to Shanes Castle. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

A Glimpse of Lough Neagh at Crumlin - a view of the Lough with a boat with two men in it in a stream in the foreground. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Crumlin). Date: circa early 1900s

Lough Neagh at Cranfield Point - a view from the shore to the Lough with two boats in the foreground and children. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Toomebridge)

Lough Neagh at Rams Island - a view of a group of people on the foreshore of the Lough. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Rams Island). Date: circa early 1900s

Lough Neagh at Antrim - a view of the Lough from the shore. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

Shanes Castle, Lough Neagh - a view of the castle with the lough in the foreground. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s

True-colour satellite image of Ireland
Ireland. True-colour satellite image of Ireland. North is at top. The islands main cities are Dublin (centre right) and Belfast (upper right)

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Neagh: From Basket Weaving to Eel Fishing" Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty and cultural richness of Neagh, a hidden gem nestled on the shores of Lough Neagh in Co. Antrim. Step back in time as you witness the ancient art of basket weaving, passed down through generations, on these picturesque shores. Capture breathtaking views from Sandy Bay, where Rams Island stands majestically amidst the shimmering waters of Lough Neagh. The tranquility envelops you as you gaze upon an Irish Cottage that seems frozen in time, offering a glimpse into traditional rural life. Observe with awe as skilled eel fishers peg their lines along Lough Neagh's banks, showcasing their mastery over this age-old practice. Witness an enchanting sight at Toome, where an intricate eel weir spans across the water's surface - a testament to man's harmonious relationship with nature. Embark on a journey to Glenavy and be greeted by Rams Island once again; its allure never ceases to amaze. Maghery Ferry beckons adventurers seeking solace amidst Lough Neagh's vast expanse while Crumlin River meanders gracefully through this idyllic landscape. Marvel at Gawleys Gate where artisans meticulously craft baskets using osiers harvested near Lough Neagh. Observe local fishermen diligently drying and repairing eel nets at Maghery - evidence of their unwavering dedication to preserving traditions. Feel connected to nature as you stand by Gawleys Gate overlooking serene waters that stretch beyond your line of sight. Experience firsthand how osiers are skillfully cut using hooks near Lough Neagh - a true testament to human ingenuity intertwined with natural resources. Intriguing tales unfold around every corner in Neagh – stories woven into its very fabric like threads binding together communities past and present.