Joe Mahon travels to Glenariff in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, where he traverses an almost-impossible walkway to see some breath-taking waterfalls, and learns about the history of some of the glen’s most famous natives – some of whom lived in castles and others who lived in caves!

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

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In this episode, Joe Mahon makes the first of two trips to the fishing port of Greencastle in County Donegal, Ireland. He finds out how the local fishermen’s co-op can deliver their catch to market even before the boat has returned, and he also visits the National Fisheries College, where he learns how to pilot a vessel - without ever leaving the shore!

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

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In his second visit to Greencastle, Co. Donegal, Ireland, Joe Mahon meets the last of six generations of the McDonald master boat-builders. He also learns what a complex skillset fishing vessels require, and he visits the Maritime Museum where he discovers a couple of toys made by some very enterprising smokers.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Joe Mahon learns about some of the very colourful past owners of Lissan House in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, including the last and perhaps most remarkable one. He also discovers a poem that contains 30 local townland names, and finds out about an experimental scheme to reintroduce an extinct species back into the local river.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Mahon explores the ruins of the Benedictine abbey at Fore in County Westmeath, Ireland, including the 15th guard tower which was home to a hermit, and the 19th century mausoleum which was the victim of late 20th century grave robbers. He also learns about the ancient crafts of making dog whistles out of antlers and romantic art out of stone.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Mahon visits Lisbellaw in Co. Fermanagh, where he discovers how Victorian mills in the area got all their power from a small stream and how woollen blankets kept the population employed for a century. He also learns how the local community got together to resurrect an old lime-kiln.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

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In this episode, Joe Mahon visits the village of Ballinamallard in Co. Fermanagh, where he discovers stories about medieval curses, Methodist preachers, an outdoor swimming pool and an island with a population of one remarkable woman.

He also gets a lesson in the history of indoor bowls – as well as how to play the sport itself.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Mahon travels to Castlepollard in County Westmeath, home of not one, but two local castles.

He explores the history of the two families, the Pollards and the Packenhams, and he meets the current Packenhams who chat about the house, the magnificent gardens and the family’s remarkable library and strong literary strain.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Mahon travels to Strokestown in Co. Roscommon, where he visits the huge Strokestown Park Estate.

He discovers the history of the estate, learns why the current owner decided to open a Famine Museum in the house, and he tries his hand at a game of lawn croquet.

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Mahon visits the Garden Village of Ulster, Broughshane in Co. Antrim.

He finds out exactly how much work and community effort go into maintaining the village’s floral displays and exotic water-fowl pond, and he also meets a doctor who has made a local museum out of his vast collection of items from days gone by.

Lesser Spotted Ireland: Discover Hidden Gems Across the island of Ireland

Hosted by Joe Mahon, the series delves deep into the lesser-known corners of Ireland, showcasing its breathtaking landscapes, unique traditions, and remarkable local stories

Each episode highlights the vibrant communities and extraordinary individuals who call these places home, sharing personal anecdotes, folklore, and history. From exploring the serene loughs and glens to uncovering ancient ruins and traditional crafts, Lesser Spotted Ireland paints an intimate portrait of a region brimming with charm and character

This fabulous series is a treasure trove for fans of travel, history, and culture. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your roots or discover hidden gems, the series is renowned for its warm, personal storytelling, giving a voice to the people who call these places home

Explore the heart and soul of the island of Ireland, one story at a time

#LesserSpotted #Ireland #TravelShow #HiddenGems #JoeMahon

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.