Glenahiry
Barony in County Waterford, Ireland
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Etymology
Glenahiry barony is derived from the Irish for "valley of the River Nier", which is called An Uidhir ("dun, brown") in Irish.[4] The Nier joins the River Suir at Ballymakee.[5]
Geography
Glenahiry is located in northern County Waterford, east of the River Suir and west of the Comeragh Mountains. The Nier Valley Woodlands are a Special Area of Conservation.[6]
History
Glenahiry was the ancient territory of the Mac Cairbre (Carbery).[7][8][9]
Glenahiry was established as a barony by 1672.[citation needed]
List of settlements
Below is a list of settlements in Glenahiry barony: