If you always wondered about how Newry’s Penguin Place got it’s name, you should wonder no longer, rather wander in to Newry City Library where there is an exhibition there explaining it all!
Local journalist Ian Heaney has researched into the fascinating origins of what must be the oddest place name in Ireland.
The display highlights how the epic origins of Penguin Place date back more than two centuries.
It can be viewed in the library's heritage and collection section until the end of March during library opening hours.


