Take a self-guided tour along the Buttevant Heritage Trail to discover stories from above and below

Take a self-guided tour along the Buttevant Heritage Trail to discover stories from above and below

Welcome to Buttevant. If you scratch below the surface of this vibrant Cork town, and take the time to investigate some of its hidden corners, you will discover that it has deep medieval roots. Buttevant is alive with tales of the entrepreneurial spirit that typifies the town and its residents. This Audio Guide, has been written in conjunction with the local community, and you will meet a number of locals as they introduce you to the fascinating stories of the town.

The guide includes information about the latest important discoveries that were made during the archaeological investigations in the town in 2011. You will hear stories of how Buttevant’s big dig shed new light on the town’s medieval origins, and how the town developed under figures like John Anderson. You’ll also discover the story of the world’s first steeple chase, and hear the gravelly voice of a stone gargoyle who has witnessed the ebb and flow of the Buttevant’s story over the centuries.

BUTTEVANT HERITAGE TRAIL AUDIO GUIDE

BUTTEVANT HERITAGE TRAIL AUDIO GUIDE

Title: The Buttevant Heritage Trail

Duration: 55 mins.

Summary:

This audio guide is an Abarta Heritage Production on behalf of Transport Infrastructure Ireland, and with the support and participation of the people of Buttevant. We would like to offer a special thanks to all the storytellers of the town who kindly contributed their knowledge and insights, particularly: Ann Coughlan, Noel Coleman, Jack O’Donnell, Marion O’Sullivan, Denis’ O Sullivan, Gabriel O’ Callaghan, Emily Dumunfort, Dolores Cronin, Catherine Roche, Janette Guiney, Tom Blake and Frank Trimm. The archaeological information that helps to shine new light onto the story of Buttevant is thanks to Priority Construction Ltd, Rubicon Heritage Services, Arup Consulting Engineers, Kieran McKeone of Cork County Council and Ken Hanley of Transport Infrastructure Ireland.

The audio guide was written by Neil Jackman, and narrated by Gerry O’Brien. It was recorded in 2017 at Bluebird Studios, Kildare, with sound engineer Declan Lonergan and producer Róisín Burke.

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