The Irish are a nation of storytellers. Our stories are embedded in us, and in our landscape. Tales and Trails podcast is a brand new and immersive audio experience that invites you to walk the Irish countryside with the nation’s most interesting people. And this time, it’s Irish Olympian boxer and world champion Andy Lee. […]

7 years ago

The Irish are a nation of storytellers. Our stories are embedded in us, and in our landscape. Tales and Trails podcast is a brand new and immersive audio experience that invites you to walk the Irish countryside with the nation’s most interesting people. This time, we catch up with podcaster Georgie Crawford. On this episode, […]

7 years ago

JP McMahon joins us on this beautiful Mayo walking trail and talks about running a Michelin-star restaurant. The Irish are a nation of storytellers. Our stories are embedded in us, and in our landscape. Tales and Trails podcast is a brand new and immersive audio experience that invites you to walk the Irish countryside with […]

7 years ago

Finn Ni Fhaolain joins us on a breathtaking Donegal walking trail: the Glencolmcille Loop. She chats about sustainable living. The Irish are a nation of storytellers. Our stories are embedded in us, and in our landscape. Tales and Trails podcast is a brand new and immersive audio experience that invites you to walk the Irish […]

7 years ago

For raw, unspoiled, natural beauty, West Cork is the place to be. Forged in the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean, this coastal region has some of the most rugged and wild scenery on our little green isle. It’s here, upon one narrow peninsula jutting out from the mainland, that you’ll find the majestic Sheep’s […]

7 years ago

If you’ve been to Sligo, you know it’s one of the most stunningly beautiful parts of the country. And if you haven’t been to Sligo, then you need to get there ASAP, because there is simply too much to do that you just cannot miss out on. In a previous article, we told you all […]

7 years ago

Mayo really deserves to be your next short break destination. We all already know that Mayo is one of the most ruggedly beautiful counties in Ireland – they do call it the Wild Atlantic Way for a reason – and there’s far more to the area than just its picturesque landscape. In a recent article, we […]

7 years ago

It’s no secret that Donegal has a lot to offer, but there’s one particular corner you definitely should not miss out on while you’re here. Recently we’ve been telling our readers about all the merits of exchanging their usual lazy holiday for a walking break this year. To do that, we’ve been highlighting some of […]

7 years ago

Trail: Sheep’s Head Lighthouse Loop, Co Cork Distance: 4km Terrain: Footpaths, tracks and paved lanes Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult Duration: Two hours Trailhead: Tooreen Trailhead where there is a carpark and a café. Recommended Gear: Hiking boots, rain jacket, water, snacks, phone For such a small island, Ireland is full of nooks and crannies just waiting for […]

7 years ago

Trail: Lough Easkey Loop Walk Distance: 6km Terrain:  Lakeshore tracks, laneways and minor roads Difficulty: Moderate Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Trailhead: Lough Easkey, County Sligo Recommended Gear: Hiking Boots, phone, raingear, water When you think of the Wild Atlantic Way, you probably imagine beautiful nature, unbelievable views, and fantastic experiences. And that’s exactly what […]

7 years ago

Trail: The Bothy Loop, Letterkeen, Wild Nephin Ballycroy National Park, Co. Mayo Distance: 6km Terrain: Tracks, riverbanks and forest roads Difficulty: Moderate Duration: 90 minutes Trailhead: Brogan Carroll Bothy, where there is free parking.  Recommended Gear: Hiking boots, raingear, water, mobile phone In your mind’s eye, I want you to conjure an image of a […]

7 years ago

Trail: Glencolmcille Tower Loop, Co. Donegal Distance: 10km Terrain: Minor roads, boreens, mountain paths and tracks Difficulty: Moderate Duration: 3 hours Trailhead:  St. Columba’s Church, Glencolmcille. Parking at the Church of Ireland just off the L5005. Recommended Gear: Hiking boots, rain jacket, water, snacks Situated on the Sliabh Liag Peninsula at the south-west point of Donegal, Glencolmcille really is […]

7 years ago