Tory Island Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
island near the north coast of Ireland
About Tory Island
In old Irishtoraímeant "the hunted", indicating outlaws and bandits. After Cromwell broke royalist resistance in 17th century Ireland, the opposition were scattered and could only mount guerrilla or bandit attacks. "Tory" became a term of derision for royalist supporters, and especially for those supporting the catholic James II's right to the throne. It came to apply to the traditionalist, monarchy-supporting faction that in the 19th century formed the Tories of the Conservative Party. Ranged against them were the Whigs: "Whiggamores" were Scottish drovers, and that nickname was first applied to a radical Protestant faction. The political Whigs championed the supremacy of Parliament over monarchy, and detested catholicism. It's possible that the island's name simply means "Torrs", cliffs
Where to Eat in Tory Island
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴An Club
Where to Stay in Tory Island
- 🏨Graceanne Duffy
- 🏨Tory Hotel
Tory Island Travel Guide Sections
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