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Myths of Ireland
Wed, Mar 10, 2010 15:07 GMT
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Ireland is a land steeped in myths and legends. Catch up with Padraic from Galway to hear his tales of great giants and meet Mick as he unearths the secrets of the stones in Kells priory. Follow Irvine and John to Devenish Island, home of the marauding Vikings, and join Hilary and Noelle testing the magic of the mummies in St Michan’s Church in Dublin.
Music
Wed, Mar 10, 2010 16:25 GMT
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If you go to Ireland, you’ll hear music everywhere. Listen to the haunting sounds of Blackie’s uillean pipes in Clare or for something more lively, join Patsy at his house for a traditional ceilidh. Joe and Des chance upon an accordion player and Mick goes out for a traditional music night in his Kilkenny local. If modern is what you’re after, head to Belfast with Ciara and Rick for a gig at the Spring and Airbrake!
Food
Wed, Mar 10, 2010 13:15 GMT
3:16 | 1,244 views
Ireland is the place to go for foodies. Join Mick in Kilkenny at the farmers market sampling some of the finest local produce while Joe and Des dining on oysters washed down with a pint of Guinness. Meet Mary and Mattie from Cork as they discover their local cheesemaker and watch Ciara and Ricky in Belfast exploring some more cosmopolitan fare at their local market.
Outdoor Activities
Wed, Mar 10, 2010 12:57 GMT
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If you love sport then the island of Ireland is the place to come. Join Bobby and Carol boldering in the Mournes, Joe and Des from Kerry as they kayak across to Church island and Pauline and Ros on a gentle cycle in Londonderry. Or for a different view of the sea, stop off for an adventurous gallop along the white beaches of Donegal.
Belfast..
Wed, Feb 24, 2010 10:57 GMT
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Ciara and Ricky show off the best off Belfast from the traditional buildings of Queens University to the modern architecture of the Victoria Square shopping centre. We then sample some local and international food in St George’s market before heading to Bookfinders, Belfast’s quirky second hand book shop, before joining them for a gig at the Spring and Airbrake. Just outside the city we discover a side of Belfast few tourists see as Ciara and Ricky share the delights of St Helen’s Bay..
Dublin-Belfast
Wed, Feb 24, 2010 10:57 GMT
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Joe and Bibi take us around their home cities. Join Joe on his tour of the Chester Beatty Library before moving on some of the best sights in Dublin from the National Gallery to Trinity College to Dublin castle and Sweny’s chemist shop, made famous in the literature of James Joyce! Hop on a train for a short journey to catch up with Bibi in Belfast. Visit The Linen Hall Library, the grand Belfast City Hall and, not to be missed, the birthplace of the world’s most famous ship, The Titanic. Lastly, take a bre
Causeway Coast
Wed, Feb 24, 2010 10:57 GMT
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Ricky and John show us their favourite places along the Causeway coast. From taking a dip in the ocean for a spot of surfing at White Rocks Strand, to playing a round at one of Ireland’s premier links courses, Castlerock Golf Club. Visit the beautiful countryside of the Glens of Antrim and take in the unusual rock formations of the Giants Causeway. Pluck up the courage to cross the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and if you dare to look down, you may be lucky enough to spot porpoises playing in the surf
Tipperary.
Wed, Feb 24, 2010 10:57 GMT
3:38 | 219 views
Join Mike on a hike up to the burial site of the ancient Irish king, Oillil Olamh. Take a moment to get your breath back and marvel at the scenery of the surrounding countryside! Visit the imposing Rock of Cashel before moving onto the quirky Swiss Cottage. Stop off to drink the clear spring water and make a wish at Berrihert’s Kyle and Well before taking in a game of hurling!.
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