Irish History Walks
Irish History Walks
Patrick Walsh
My name is Patrick Walsh I'll be exploring my part of Ireland taking you to places of lesser know historical interest. I'll be walking to local historical sites describing for you what I see on my adventure in often some of the most scenic locations in Ireland. I'll talk about the site and its wider historical context, see you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tinakilly Quarry
In this episode I take a trip to the Tinakilly Quarry in Aughrim also known as Granite City where Granite has been cut from the 1840's right into the 1950's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 5, 2024
18 min
Rathgall Hillfort and the Ballycumber Raths
In this episode I take a trip to Rathgall to see one of the most complete ringforts in Ireland. I also take a hike around Ballycumber hill to see some of the coolest hidden ringforts ever! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 26, 2024
19 min
Avoca Mines
In this episode I'll be exploring the Avoca Copper mines, particularly the older mine workings in the townland of Ballymurtagh, still accessible today if you know where to look! Come along for the ride this is going to be so much fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 26, 2024
21 min
Seefin Tomb
In this episode I'll explore the Neolithic passage tomb on top of Seefin Hill, Wicklow, what a fantastic location! I'll also talk about the lives of the Neolithic people and visit the world heritage site that is Newgrange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2024
19 min
Vartry Lakes
In this episode I'll take a walk around the Vartry lakes whilst exploring their history. I'll also describe some of the wildlife I encountered along the way and the water treatment plant and how it provides south Dublin with fresh clean drinking water every day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 19, 2024
18 min
Glenmalure Lead Mines
In this episode I'll be exploring the Glenmalure Lead mines and its surroundings, how is Lead mined? I'll also talk a little about the lives of the miners that worked there, what was working in the mines actually like?   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 12, 2024
17 min