On January 30, Longford Writers Group had its first ever St Brigid's themed event which took place in Torc Restaurant. With poetry and prose read aloud, with some trad music, the evening went down a treat. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery.

placeholder image — On January 30, Longford Writers Group had its first ever St Brigid's themed event which took place in Torc Restaurant. With poetry and prose read aloud, with some trad music, the evening went down a treat. Photos were taken by Shelley Corcoran and we hope you enjoy this gallery.

PICTURES | Longford Writers Group celebrates St Brigid's day with readings and music

By Longford Leader Reporter

Published 10th Feb 2026, 13:00 GMT

The event took place in Torc Restaurant, Longford town

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Caption: Avril and Eamonn Orme

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Caption: Local facilitator of St Brigid's Cross Making Deirdre Orme, writers Shelley Corcoran (Longford Writers Group) and Seamus Finnan (Granard Writers Group)

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Caption: Catriona McCormack, who drew all the readers on the evening, with writer Anna D Atkinson

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PICTURES | Longford Writers Group celebrates St Brigid's day with readings and music

The event took place in Torc Restaurant, Longford town

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