Podcasts about Bunratty Castle

It's claimed sub-standard infrastructure is proving a major hindrance to tourism in the Shannon Estuary Region. It follows calls for a new council led strategy to increase marine based visitor attractions in Clare. The 102km area is shared between predominantly Clare, Limerick, Kerry and Tipperary and welcomes tens of thousands of visitors every year. However, concern has been raised that there's been too much emphasis on land based attractions, at the expense of opening up more water based opportunities. In response, Clare County Council has pointed to an over €4m investment in the Vandeleur Walled Gardens, remedial works on Scattery Island and upgraded signage on the EuroVelo cycle route. Kilrush Independent Councillor Ian Lynch says the roads in West Clare serving the route are not fit for international tourists , but that the lack of facilities for visitors to launch boats on the estuary is proving a huge hindrance. The spotlight has also been shone on the opportunities for adjacent villages from tourists landing at Shannon Airport. Last year alone over 344,000 visitors attended Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, while the Ilaunmanagh Park Run welcomes UK participants on a weekly basis. Newmarket-On-Fergus Councillor David Griffin believes incorporating local water based attractions can enhance this.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 10ú lá de mí an Mhárta, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1984 thaisteal Taoiseach Garret Fitzgerald chuig Nua Eabhrac tar éis scanradh a tharla nuair a bhí sé thar an fharraige. Cheap siad go mbeidís chun taisteal chuig Montreal mar tháinig síobadh sneachta I Nua Eabhrac nuair a d'fhág sé an tSionainn. I 2003 tháinig Mickey Joe Harte amach ar barr sa chomórtas You're A Star mar fuair sé an chuid is mó de na vótaí. De bharr sin chuaigh sé chuig an Eurovision an bhliain sin lena amhrán We've Got The World. I 2006 fuair 3 óstán sa chontae gradam ag an CIE Awards. Fuair Dromoland Castle an gradam mór. Fuair The Radison SAS I Meelick gradam do lóistín agus fuair Bunratty Castle gradam do sheirbhís iontach. I 2017 bhí Lá na mBan á cheiliúradh in Inis. Bhí imeacht ar an droichead timpeall Bank Place le mná ag caitheamh dubh agus bhí bratach acu le fadhbanna a bhí tábhachtach dóibh. Sin Christina Aguilera le Beautiful – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 2003. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1988 fuair Andy Gibb ó The Bee Gees bás san ospidéal. Fuair sé bás de bharr athlasadh an chroí. I 2009 tháinig an nuacht amach gur dhíol ticéid amach do cheolchoirm Paul McCartney I seacht soicind. Chosain na ticéid 750 dollar agus bhí timpeall 4,000 thicéad ann don cheolchoirm I Las Vegas. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Sharon Stone I Meirceá I 1958 agus rugadh amhránaí Robin Thicke I Meirceá ar an lá seo I 1977 agus seo chuid de a amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is welcoming the arrival of spring with its annual Imbolc Celebration this coming Bank Holiday weekend. Their vibrant festival, honoring Celtic traditions and Saint Brigid, will take place on the 2nd February, from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by events manager, Marie Brennan. Photo (C): https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1025474496293723&id=100064935450418

Owners of thatched buildings in Clare are being urged to avail of a new government maintenance grant. Funding of up to €20,000 is available for domestic and commercial structures built before 1970. A past survey by Clare County Council identified 143 thatched buildings countywide, with prominent examples at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and Doolin's FIsher Street. Ennis Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard says its a golden opportunity.

Bunratty will host the country's largest Christmas parade later this month. On the 28th of November, 400 parade participants – including Christmas characters, the Tulla Pipe Band and many more - will wind their way through the village to the courtyard of Bunratty Castle, where the annual switching on of the Folk Park's Christmas lights will take place. The parade marks the beginning of ‘Christmas at Bunratty 2024'. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by General Manager of Clare Tourism East, Stephen Hanley. Photo (c): Clare FM

As we heard across Clare FM's news bulletins on Tuesday, the process of exhuming the body of Patrick Nugent started yesterday in Feenagh graveyard in Sixmilebridge. Patrick died in February of 1984 from injuries sustained after a function in Bunratty Castle where he worked as banqueting manager. Addressing the media at a press conference yesterday, Inspector David Finnerty of Shannon Garda Station said that even a seemingly insignificant piece of information could be invaluable to the cold case investigation. To discuss this further, Peter O'Connell was joined by the Nugent family solicitor, Kevin Winters of KRW LAW in Belfast. Photo (c): Nugent family

to wind up our special live broadcast from Bunratty Castle and Folk park -Saturday Chronicle 17th August 2024 as broadcast live from Bunratty Folk park and presented by Daragh Leamy. Outside broadcast in association with Michael Long Construction. Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

We are out and about across County Clare, experiencing some exciting adventures this summer. We have teamed up with Fáilte Ireland to help you experience the ‘Best Daycation Ever'. To get a sample of what is on offer, Colum McGrath has been visiting attractions across Clare for inspiration on how to plan your Best Daycation ever, and experience the feeling of a holiday all in one day, see discoverireland.ie This week, Colum visited Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Photo (c): Bunratty Castle and Folk Park via Ireland.com

For our Ours to Protect wrap-up panel, Joe is joined by Niall Maloney from Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Anne Maher from the Urban Co-op and Tom O'Brien of Limerick Beekeepers' Association to look back on the series and the impact it has had. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5-21-24 Tonight we're talking with Adam Bystrom, Josh Mahoney, Al Boyce and Josh Holbrook, members of the aptly-nicknamed 'Minnesota Mead Mafia'. Josh Holbrook has been home brewing for since 2011 and making mead since 2013. He discovered mead at his local homebrew club when a club member brought a bottle of an attempt at Curt Stock's Triple Berry Melomel. Clouds parted, angels sang, and Josh became obsessed with mead. Josh has won numerous medals for beer, cider and mead, including AMMA National Mead Maker of the Year in 2020, and a couple Best of Shows at competitions such as Minnesota Mashout and Hoppy Halloween. He is also a certified BJCP judge and mead judge as well as a novice beekeeper, and one of the organizers for Valkyries Horn Mead Competition. One of Josh's long term mead goals is to make mead with each of the 300+ varietal honeys found in the United States. He has 44 under his belt already and shows no signs of stopping. In November of 2017 Adam Bystrom suddenly got a craving for that sweet nectar we all know; mead. With no meaderies in the area and little to no availability at liquor stores he decided to learn how to home brew. Since then mead has been the exclusive beverage he's fermented with a particular focus on session meads. He's been fortunate to win awards in a number of competitions all around the country and is a proud member of the Minnesota Home Brewers Association. Making mead since 2008. BJCP mead judge, addicted to collecting Mazer Cups, thinks JAOM is underrated, and his favorite spice is vanilla. Al Boyce has been a homebrewer since the early 1990's.  He tasted his first mead at Bunratty Castle in Ireland, and was hooked. Orange Blossom is his favorite honey, Sangiovese is his favorite grape, and 71B is his favorite yeast. He is obsessed with Jamaican Sorrel (hibiscus), and vows to keep making Sorrel meads until he finally gets it right.  He recently moved to a lake home in central Minnesota where he lives with his wife Beth and his Golden Retriever Cooper. Join us for what will most likely be mead madness! This player will show the most recent show, and when we're live, will play the live feed. If you are calling in, please turn off the player sound, so we don't get feedback.[break] Sponsor: Honnibrook Craft Meadery. Rated the very best winery in Colorado! Visit our state-of-the-art meadery and tasting room south of downtown Castle Rock, Colorado, in a converted man cave. Mention the Got Mead Podcast this month for a free draft taster!  Google H-O-N-N-I Brook for hours and directions. They love visitors!  www.honnibrook.com If you want to ask your mead making questions, you can call us at 803-443-MEAD (6323) or send us a question via email, or via Twitter @realGotMead and we'll tackle it online! 9PM EDT/6PM PDT Join us on live chat during the show Upcoming Shows Show links and notes Let There Be Melomels by Rob Ratliff The Big Book of Mead Recipes by Rob Ratliff Let There Be Session Meads by Rob Ratliff Monin liqeuer concentrates Upcoming Events May 22 - Beer Barons of Milwaukee, Hales Corner, WI - Modern Mead Making with Mazer Cup Best of Show winner Jason Rohloff May 25 - Four Brothers Mead, Festus, MO - Lisa playing live music May 25 - Lilly Belle Mead, Holland, New York - Mead Festival May 25 - Wye Valley Meadery, Caldicot, UK - Groove Jacks Live May 31 - The Barge Inn, Pewsy, UK - Mead and Cider Weekend June 1 - Battle Axe Mead House, Hickory, NC - 1st Anniversary Party June 1 - Grimsby Hollow Meadery, Middleville, MI - Drink Mead, Learn Things: Japanese Swordsmanship June 7-9 - Brimming Horn Meadery, Milton, DE - Party Like it's 793: 2024 Mead, Metal and Viking Festival Jun 13 - Apis Mead & Winery, Carnegie, PA - Hurry Up, Say Something Funny Comedy night June 15 - Mutton & Mead Tavern and Inne, Greenfield, MA - Medieval Bash: Roads to Revelry with mead from Sap House Meadery and beer ...

The head of East Clare Tourism believes accommodation supply must "catch up" if tourism in the region is to flourish. Bunratty Castle and Folk Park has declared its intention to become Ireland's number one visitor attraction by 2027, with a 150-seater restaurant due to open at the site by Christmas this year. A five-bed residency at Knappogue Castle and Gardens is due to be brought on stream this July and is expected to be "at five-star standard". General Manager of East Clare Tourism, Stephen Hanley says while his department is doing what it can, it's up to Clare County Council to push for more bed capacity.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is one of Ireland's most popular tourist attractions. While many of the buildings in the Folk Park are historically accurate reconstructions, there is one stunning building which is authentic in every way. Built in the very early 1800s, Bunratty House now forms an integral part of the visitor attraction. The walled garden next to the house is immaculately maintained while protecting biodiversity across the entire site is critically important. Sinead Moloney, is the Gardener at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park.

The family of Patrick Nugent says there's still an open wound in their hearts almost 40 years on from his untimely passing. The 23 Year-Old died in mysterious circumstances at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park on February 11th 1984, where he was found in a critical condition after having served as banqueting manager at a function there earlier that day. No one has been convicted in relation to his death and a Garda cold case investigation is currently underway, which will be featured on RTÉ's Crimecall from 9:35pm this evening where the family will launch a fresh appeal for information. Patrick's brother Martin has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that if someone comes forward and tells the truth about the nights events, the family will finally have closure.

On this week's episode of Ours to Protect, Aislinn visited Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, which champions heritage breeds such as the Kerry bog pony, one of Ireland's rarest pony breeds. The farm also has a thriving herd of Droimeann cows, a native Irish breed that the United Nations Farm and Agricultural Organisation categorised as “critically endangered”. She also met the Irish wolfhounds Rian and Mide who carry on the tradition of the rare breed dating back to before Christianity arrived in Ireland.She met with Farm Manager Niall Moloney to discuss the animals, the work he does with societies to conserve rare Irish breeds and why it is so important to champion these animals that are unique to Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A South East Clare Councillor is imploring the local authority to establish a theme park attraction at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. It comes as Clare County Council is set to develop a new fifteen year tourism strategy in 2025, which will focus on future product development at the Shannon Heritage Sites. Last year, Bunratty alone received over 344,000 visitors, representing a 14% annual increase in attendance. Local Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat McMahon believes though that having Shannon Airport, the M18 and priceless heritage and culture on its doorstep would make the perfect ingredients for a new feasible tourism landmark.

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park has recorded a 14% increase in visitor numbers this year. To date since January, over 343,000 people passed through the gates of the iconic Clare landmark. A further €6.5m is earmarked for investment for in the Shannon Heritage Portfolio in 2024, which includes, Craggaunowen, Knappogue Castle, The Holy Island Visitor Centre at Inis Cealtra and the Cliffs of Moher. Clare County Council Tourism Director Leonard Clearly says the demand for experience led holidays is soaring.

The Christmas lights at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park will be switched on later this afternoon by Jordan Perez from Sixmilebridge. Jordan is bravely battling Muscular Dystrophy and has recently returned home after a nine-month treatment journey at Temple Street Hospital. On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Jordan's mother, Sinead Perez. Photo (c) by pixelshot via Canva

Clare County Council is reassuring that jobs will be protected under a new deal which will result in the outsourcing of retail, food and beverage services at its newly acquired Shannon Heritage sites. As part of a corporate restructuring of Shannon Heritage DAC, the local authority will be appointing two specialist operators for the services at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Craggaunowen, Knappogue Castle and the retail unit at the Cliffs of Moher Experience. The Council has confirmed that all 66 full-time and part-time employees will be transferred to the new operators in April 2024 and that staff pay and conditions will be protected under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations. A tender process is due to get underway in December, with the sccuessful companies to commence operating in May next year. However, SIPTU Divisional Organiser Rachel Keane has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that staff need urgent clarity on the future of their positions. Statement From Clare County Council: As part of a corporate restructuring of Shannon Heritage DAC, Clare County Council has confirmed it will be appointing two specialist retail, food and beverage operators for its newly acquired visitor attractions. A key requirement of the operating conditions will be that all future service providers must support local suppliers and producers in Clare. All 66 employees, including 31 Full Time and 35 Part Time workers, will be transferred to the new operators in April 2024. Staff pay and conditions are protected under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations, also known as TUPE. This restructuring follows the tried and tested business model at the Cliffs of Moher Experience where specialist retail and food operators are already in place. Two tender processes for retail and the provision catering services, including banqueting food preparation and food and beverage operations, will commence in December 2023 at the Shannon Heritage sites. It is anticipated the successful companies will commence operating in May 2024. Clare County Council's ongoing commitment to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Craggaunowen, Knappogue Castle and the retail unit at the Cliffs of Moher Experience is reflected in a €14.7m capital investment being made in 2023 and 2024. The Local Authority, supported by government, has already invested more than €4m in Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Craggaunowen, Knappogue Castle and the retail unit at the Cliffs of Moher since the Shannon Heritage properties were transferred from The Shannon Airport Group in May 2023, while €2.9m has been invested in upgrading the Vandeleur Walled Garden and Visitor Centre in Kilrush. An additional €7.8m has been earmarked for investment during 2024 in the Clare County Council owned portfolio of attractions, which includes Inis Cealtra (Holy Island Visitor Experience) in Mountshannon, the Cliffs of Moher Experience and Loop Head Light house.

The Kerry Bog Pony Cooperative Society has teamed up with Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in County Clare as part of a joint initiative to preserve and promote the awareness of one of Ireland’s rarest breeds. Jerry spoke to Niall Moloney, farm manager at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, and Tomás Rosengrave of the Kerry Bog Pony Cooperative Society.

A MidWest University has joined forces with a Local Development Agency to renew Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. The Technological University of the Shannon and the Bunratty LDA have been granted €50,000 under Creative Ireland's Creative Climate Action Fund to enrich the local ecosystem. The project called 'Renew' Bunratty will aim to develop a sustainable approach to tourism by repurposing materials and exploring ways of subtly shifting behaviours to enrich the local environemt. Director of Cultural Engagement at TUS, Mike Fitzpatrick is confident the programme will be a major success.

Lunchtime Live is LIVE from Co Clare as part of Newstalk's Summer Tour. As part of the trip to the west, Andrea took the opportunity to visit Bunratty Castle, hear about some of the history and even enjoy a medieval banquet...

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Marion Fossett, of Fosset's Circus and Aodhagan Behan, head of operations for Shannon Heritage. The award winning Fosset's Circus has their 135th anniversary taking place at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on the 17th and the 18th of June. Marion dived into Fosset's Circus' history and background. Marion also teased what to expect during the upcoming shows. Aodhagan discussed how some children haven't had the pleasure to go to the circus and how fantastic it is to see children enjoying themselves there. For more information and to book tickets you can visit the Shannon Heritage website here www.bunrattycastle.ie .

Clare County Council has commissioned a property condition survey of the county's Shannon Heritage Sites. Lambert Smith Hampton Commercial Real Estate Consultants have been appointed to carry out a technical audit of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Craggaunowen, Knappogue Castle & The Cliffs Of Moher Retail unit. Upon completion at the end of the year, a report will be submitted to the local authority which will act as the guideline for all future investment in maintenance, remedial and conservation works at the attractions. Clare County Council Director Of Tourism, Leonard Cleary says the examination will ensure the enhancement of the visitor experience.

Welcome to part two of my County Clare destination specials. When you ask a Clare person for recommendations and tips it is always a long list. That is why I had to do two County Clare destinations specials to help do justice this this stunning county on the west coast of Ireland. In part two today you will first hear Clare county councillor Clare Colleran Molloy, the Mayor of Ennis, who tells us all about my hometown and the official “friendliest and tidiest town in Ireland”. Then you will get to hear from the wonderful Mike Glynn from the Bunratty Castle and folk Park. Then we will hear from Dave Merrins of Burren Gold Cheese who tells us all about the Burren Geopark and the award winning Geofoods group. Finally we will hear from Rosie McMahon from the Shannon Estuary Way Retreat. In partnership with Clare County Council and Visit Clare Website: www.visitclare.ieFacebook: @Visit ClareTwitter: @ClareTourismInstagram: @VisitClare #VisitClare #Makingiteasy #Keepdiscovering.If you haven't already I'd ask you to give me a follow on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts and you will be the first to get a new episode every Tuesday. Fergal O'Keeffe is the host of Ireland's No.1 Travel Podcast Travel Tales with Fergal which is now listened to in 100 countries worldwide. The podcast aims to share soul-lifting travel memoirs about daydream worthy destinations. To find out who is on every Tuesday please follow me onWebsite www.https://www.traveltaleswithfergal.ieInstagram @traveltaleswithfergalFacebook @traveltaleswithfergalTwitter @FergalTravelYouTube @traveltaleswithfergal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hope has been expressed that an agreement can be reached to facilitate the transfer of the operation of Shannon Heritage sites to the local authority before Christmas. Clare County Council says it "can't proceed" with the proposed takeover of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, Knappogue Castle and Craggaunowen, citing 'ongoing uncertainty' on details surrounding the process, including Government funding. The Council has left the door open to return to the matter at a later date. Sean Lally, Chair of the Clare Tourism Advisory Forum, Maurice Walsh, Vice-Chair of the Clare Tourism Advisory Forum, Fianna Fáil TD from Meelick, Cathal Crowe and Independent TD from Scariff, Michael McNamara have been speaking to Clare FM's Morning Focus.

The Mayor of Clare Tony O' Brien insists the door 'is not closed' on the transfer of Shannon Heritage sites to the management of Clare County Council. It's despite the local authority releasing a statement this afternoon saying that it 'cannot proceed' with the proposed takeover of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park, Knappogue Castle and Craggaunowen without what it describes as 'real and meaningful' support from Government.

The Shannon Airport Group insists it has "done everything required" of them to facilitate the transfer of its three Clare heritage sites to the local authority. It comes as workers at the sites are staging a walkout protest in Bunratty Castle & Folk Park this lunchtime at what they say is a lack of progress on the matter. Dolores Marron and Caroline O'Sullivan have been speaking to Clare FM's Josh Prenderville.

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Spoke to PJ Murphy the Host of the Patsy O'Grady Harvest Dance and Michael Glynn, Resident Storyteller of Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. The pair discussed the upcoming Soiree/Harvest Dance which will take place in the Kilmaley Inn, on Friday October 14th at 7:30 P.M. This event will be in aid of the The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).

An organiser with SIPTU says 'all parties' need to ensure funding is put in place 'immediately' for the transfer of Shannon Heritage sites to Clare County Council. It's after employees revealed their anger at no provisions for the transfer of operations of Knappogue Castle, Craggaunowen and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park being made in Budget 2023. Taoiseach Micheal Martin insisted talks were progressing when he visited Shannon recently, with Clare County Council making it clear they need a multi-million euro commitment to facilitate the move. Speaking with Clare FM's Josh Prenderville, SIPTU Organiser Rachel Keane says there's devastation among union members.

9-20-22 - Tonight is a night of mead and madness, as we welcome the Minnesota Mead Mafia gang to the show. Right on the heels of the Valkyries' Horn Mead Competition, this bunch of maniacal mead makers have a lot of great info to bring, and even more craziness. Matt Weide likes to make mead. He is also on the AMMA home board, Founding board member of the Valkyries Horn Mead Competition, 2014 Mead Maker of the Year and a BJCP endorsed mead judge. However, he mostly likes to drink mead. Nathan Steigman is a Saint Paul resident. He got into Mead making back in 2017. Nate is a recovering competition addict. He appreciate all categories of Mead, discovering “new to him” honey, and experimenting with fruits, yeasts, spice flavors and wood/barrel aging. He still drinks the mistakes and eats his broccoli often. He sometimes asks profound questions and sometimes gets profound answers. Josh Holbrook has been home brewing for since 2011 and making mead since 2013. He discovered mead at his local homebrew club when a club member brought a bottle of an attempt at Curt Stock's Triple Berry Melomel. Clouds parted, angels sang, and Josh became obsessed with mead. Josh has won numerous medals for beer, cider and mead, including AMMA National Mead Maker of the Year in 2020, and a couple Best of Shows at competitions such as Minnesota Mashout and Hoppy Halloween. He is also a certified BJCP judge and mead judge as well as a novice beekeeper, and one of the organizers for Valkyries Horn Mead Competition. One of Josh's long term mead goals is to make mead with each of the 300+ varietal honeys found in the United States. He has 44 under his belt already and shows no signs of stopping. Al Boyce has been a homebrewer since the early 1990's.  He tasted his first mead at Bunratty Castle in Ireland, and was hooked. Orange Blossom is his favorite honey, Sangiovese is his favorite grape, and 71B is his favorite yeast. He is obsessed with Jamaican Sorrel (hibiscus), and vows to keep making Sorrel meads until he finally gets it right.  He recently moved to a lake home in central Minnesota where he lives with his wife Beth and his Golden Retriever Cooper. In November of 2017 Adam Bystrom suddenly got a craving for that sweet nectar we all know; mead. With no meaderies in the area and little to no availability at liquor stores he decided to learn how to home brew. Since then mead has been the exclusive beverage he's fermented with a particular focus on session meads. He's been fortunate to win awards in a number of competitions all around the country and is a proud member of the Minnesota Home Brewers Association. Josh Mahoney has been making mead since 2008. He is a BJCP mead judge, and is addicted to collecting Mazer Cups. Josh thinks JAOM is underrated, and his favorite spice is vanilla. (and extra points if you can tell us who that pic looks like). This show should be both info-rich and a riot. Join us!! This player will show the most recent show, and when we're live, will play the live feed. If you are calling in, please turn off the player sound, so we don't get feedback.[break] [break]Click here to see a playable list of all our episodes! Sponsor: Honnibrook Craft Meadery. Rated the very best winery in Colorado! Visit our state-of-the-art meadery and tasting room south of downtown Castle Rock, Colorado, in a converted man cave. Mention the Got Mead Podcast this month for a free draft taster!  Google H-O-N-N-I Brook for hours and directions. They love visitors!  www.honnibrook.com If you want to ask your mead making questions, you can call us at 803-443-MEAD (6323) or send us a question via email, or via Twitter @GotmeadNow and we'll tackle it online! 9PM EDT/6PM PDT Join us on live chat during the show Bring your questions and your mead, and let's talk mead! You can call us at 803-443-MEAD (6323), or Skype us at meadwench (please friend me first and say you're a listener, I get tons of Skype spam),

A South East Clare Councillor fears the council may pull out of a commitment to take over the management of Shannon Heritage sites if the government don't finalise funding for the transition. The Department of Transport says 'engagement is continuing' between Shannon Heritage and Clare County Council on the transfer of the management of Knappgoue Castle, Craggaunowen and Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. Minister of State Hildegarde Naughton has told the Oireachtas that a working group on the matter has now met three times, and 'identified a number of ways to support a transfer'. Sixmilebridge-based Independent Councillor PJ Ryan says if funding isn't made available by the end of the year, he foresees the deal collapsing.

Patrick was a banqueting manager from Sixmilebridge who passed away in Bunratty Castle & Folk Park 38 years ago. His family has campaigned ever since for an independent inquiry to be established into his death - something they say is no closer to happening now than when he died back in 1984. Clare FM's Josh Prenderville has been speaking to Patrick's sister-in-law, Deirdre Nugent, and has put together this report on the circumstances surrounding the death of a young man whose life was so tragically cut short. Listen to the full interview below.

- Raised in Cree and moved to America at the age of 17 and now living in Tulla, Kitty talks about many things about her life including working at Bunratty Castle.  Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle Hosted by  Jim Collins with John S Kelly and guest presenter Darragh Leamy   and broadcast LIVE from the SBCR studio at the Derg Alliance Building  on Saturday 23rd July  2022  Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie 

Patricia Trainor on Bunratty Castle...with TRE's Ger Sweeney

For this episode we head to Co. Clare as Patricia tells us the story of Bunratty Castle.

Maura McMahon is a storyteller and spoken word poet whose collection of Irish tales, pirate adventures, and women's sovereignty songs have entranced and empowered audiences across regional venues in New York's Hudson Valley for over 15 years.  Her deeply engaging performative style is imbued with the Celtic spirit. As a character performer, Maura has embodied Grace O'Malley, and the Grey Sea Hag as well as Hippolyta the Amazonian Queen and Mrs. Claus of the Hudson Valley. Maura McMahon comes to tell us a story of a bold, complicated Irish woman of the 17th century who shares her beautiful name. She was first introduced to this story through a book by the https://amzn.to/3tYB3e0 (wonderful folklorist Eddie Lenihan, Ferocious Irish Women.) Known to history as Máire Rua O'Brien, our heroine was born a MacMahon at Bunratty Castle in County Clare and was a resident of the famous Leamaneh Castle in The Burren. This is a story of love and loss, of cunning and sovereignty.  How and why does this story matter to us? What it takes to care for your children and yourself when you're endangered The question of what it means to be a heroine: does it have to be about being “ferocious”? Woman's sovereignty and choice and how it can be found through partnership and outside it The myth of redheads and their fiery temperament The enduring nature of strong women's stories As a storyteller, refusing to drop the parts of the story are “ugly” or that the audience may not like, especially when the listeners have a sense of which side is right or wrong and you're telling historical tales.  Our show music is a compilation of traditional tunes, including "The College Grove," performed by Beth Sweeney and Billy Hardy: http://billyandbeth.com/ (http://billyandbeth.com/) Continue Your KnotWork journey...Explore Marisa's work and get a copy of The Sovereignty Knot : https://www.knotworkstorytelling.com/episode/www.marisagoudy.com (www.marisagoudy.com) Write your own stories in Marisa's online writers's community, the https://www.marisagoudy.com/sovereign-writers (Sovereign Writers' Knot. ) Follow the show on https://www.instagram.com/knotworkpodcast/ (Instagram) and join our vibranthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/knotworkpodcast ( listeners' community on Facebook).

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Irish singer/songwriter Joe Kearns is blessed with the gift of song and the gift of gab, and generously shares both with us. From his house near Dublin,  he offers witty insights about the culture and pleasures of his beloved Ireland. -- Find out how to choose the best pubs, and why Dublin’s Trinity College — home of the medieval illustrated Book of Kells -- has a barrel ceiling. We talk of Kilkenny,  a remote monastery in the Skellig Islands,  the Ring of Kerry, and the Irish beauty of castles, lakes, mountains, and even a coral beach.-- Travel with Joe to the coolest music spot in Dingle,  as we talk of  the Celtic language and chat about colorful towns, a picnic atop the Cliffs of Moher, drinking honey Meade at a medieval banquet, and the pleasures of County Galway, the Wild Atlantic Way, and more.  -- Coddle and Barmbrack are probably not what you think (they're classic Irish foods), and I add a memory about Baileys on corn flakes.  -- Joe tells romantic travel stories set under Irish rainbows and "sideways rain."-- And then, best of all — Joe, a fabulous singer, takes out his guitar and sings a beloved Irish ballad, even using his whistle!_____Joe Kearns, now living back home near Dublin, is a world traveler and a gifted singer/songwriter, often accompanied by his wife, Olivia. He loves Ireland, and it shows in his words and music. Facebook page: www.facebook.com/joeandliv Instagram: the_old_cabra_schoolhouse_____Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, written nine travel books, including Places I Remember, and contributed to dozens of guidebooks. She's @lealane on Twitter and  blogs at forbes.com  Contact her at placesirememberlealane.com_____Please subscribe and leave a quick review! New travel episodes every Tuesday, wherever you listen.

Jasmin und Katrin konnten beide schon #Irland auf Ihrer Rubbelkarte frei rubbeln... allerdings haben die beiden ganz unterschiedliche Dinge in Irland gesehen. Während Katrin den “wilden Westen” der grünen Insel unsicher gemacht hat, hat Jasmin die Region um #Dublin kennengelernt. Auf der Rundreise mit Freunden war Katrin nicht nur an den #CliffsofMoher, für die die Atlantikküste in Irland bekannt ist. Mit dem Mietwagen hat sie auch den #RingofKerry erkundet, #Clonmacnoise besucht und sich die Finger wundgeknipst in Kylemore Abbey. Jasmin hat sich durch Dublins Pubs getestet und auch einen fancy Cocktail mitgebracht. Aber nicht nur in Sachen Nachtleben hat Dublin einiges zu bieten, auch Sightseeing lohnt sich natürlich: Zum Beispiel die Bibliothek des Trinity College oder die St. Patrick´s Cathedral. Restaurant Tipp: Vaughan's Anchor Inn (Liscannor) https://www.vaughans.ie/ Pub Doolin: https://mcdermottspub.com/ Hostel Tipp in Dublin: https://staygenerator.com/hostels/dublin?lang=en-GB&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5vLBgN2t7AIVdoBQBh2lDA3REAAYASAAEgJPQvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Touristische Stationen: Bootstour Doolin: https://www.cliffs-of-moher-cruises.com/ Bunratty Castle: https://www.bunrattycastle.ie/ Kylemore Abbey https://www.kylemoreabbey.com/ Clonmacnoise https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/clonmacnoise/ Malahide Castle https://www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie/ Die Weltentdecker - Stadt Land Meer ist ein #Reisepodcast wir reisen manchmal in die Ferne, wissen aber auch wie schön es in der Nähe sein kann. Wir berichten über unsere #Reisen auf denen wir manchmal als #Traveller manchmal als #Touristen unterwegs sind und hoffen unser #Podcast ist ein kleiner #Reiseführer für die Ohren. Besucht auch unsere Webseite: www.weltentdecker-podcast.de

Shannon Group is set to receive €2.6m to help iconic heritage sites including Bunratty Castle and Folk Park remain open until the end of the year. The group had intended closing both Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and King John’s Castle in Limerick at the end of August because of a dramatic drop in visitor numbers. Shannon Group had sought €6.4m from the government to keep both sites open until June next year. Gavin Grace speaks to Fine Gael TD Joe Carey and Martin O'Rourke from SIPTU to get their reaction to the announcement. But, first the local deputy reacted to breaking news that Dara Calleary had resigned as Minister for Agriculture...

On Tuesday's Morning Focus Gavin spoke with SIPTU rep Martin O'Rourke who attended yesterday's meeting with Shannon Group where they sought clarity over the planned closures of Bunratty Castle and Folk Park and King John's Castle. Shannon Group have said they have no option but to close the heritage sites unless government provides them with €4 million in funding.

Mai Hernon was born and raised in the small village of Gurteen in the North West of Ireland. A recording artist of Traditional songs and owner of Secret Ireland Tours, Mai moved to America 6 years ago to marry her husband. Mai founded her tour company in 2015 and has brought many tours to her native Ireland showing them many of the world renowned places like Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle but also places that are known only to the locals. Halloween originated from the pagan festival of Samhain (Sow-in). Celebrating the harvest and there are still many traditions associated with this time of the year which Mai will share with her visitors. She will also bring the groups to many ancient sites such as underground passage tombs, ancient Castles, Houses and pubs that are reputed to be haunted. The highlight of this tour is Leap Castle which is reputed to be the most haunted Castle in Europe. Mai will share her ghost stories, myths and legends of the land she knows so well, she will share her songs and the stories behind the songs too

Mai Hernon was born and raised in the small village of Gurteen in the North West of Ireland. A recording artist of Traditional songs and owner of Secret Ireland Tours, Mai moved to America 6 years ago to marry her husband.Mai founded her tour company in 2015 and has brought many tours to her native Ireland showing them many of the world renowned places like Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle but also places that are known only to the locals.Halloween originated from the pagan festival of Samhain (Sow-in). Celebrating the harvest and there are still many traditions associated with this time of the year which Mai will share with her visitors. She will also bring the groups to many ancient sites such as underground passage tombs, ancient Castles, Houses and pubs that are reputed to be haunted. The highlight of this tour is Leap Castle which is reputed to be the most haunted Castle in Europe.Mai will share her ghost stories, myths and legends of the land she knows so well, she will share her songs and the stories behind the songs too

Fine Gael Councillor Sarah Kiely recieved a huge reaction when she commented that King Johns Castle is the poor relation of Bunratty Castle. Sarah joins Joe in studio.. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Greg chats with the Destination Developer, the Londoner who fell in love with Ireland, Roger Hobkinson. When most kids wanted to go on another ride, Roger kept asking why was Disneyland in Florida! What do you do with the Millennium Dome, how do you bring the Wild Atlantic Way to life, how do you revitalise Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, what do you with Cork Docklands and what is the Cork brand? Roger has worked on these and many other projects bringing strategic thinking and adding long term value everywhere. He is the Destination Developer! p.s He also has a thing or two to say about Brexit!  Enjoy the show  

Anyone considering an Ireland family vacation will be looking for the best things to do in Ireland with kids. This week’s guest has a lot of experience in discovering Ireland for kids. ::: Like what you’re hearing? Then please subscribe, rate & review Epic Education Radio. We would be extremely grateful! iTunes is a search engine as well, and so when you rate and review us, you help others find us. Thank you! ::: Ireland with Kids: Building an Ireland Family Vacation Itinerary Meet Jody Halsted, manager of the Ireland Family Vacations blog and a regular visitor to the Emerald Isle. Jody goes to Ireland with kids every year, and she still hasn’t seen it all. For a country the size of the US state of Indiana, Ireland is a culturally dense place to explore, with plenty of fun for the entire family. In this episode of Epic Education Radio, we discuss the food, the festivals and the fun that Ireland offers to families. Why Ireland with Kids? Ireland is full of fun, exciting and educational opportunities for traveling families. There are castles and stories of princesses and fairies. There are festivals, music, and art. In addition, Ireland has a history steeped in science and literature. Writers, scholars, astronomers and other scientists called Ireland home. Their stories are waiting to be explored in Ireland with kids. Then there are the beautiful nature walks and the filming locations. Ireland’s natural beauty is unique in the world. That’s one reason why movies like Star Wars: The Last Jedi and TV shows like HBO’s Game of Thrones filmed here. In addition to all this, Ireland is safe and full of friendly English-speaking people. Therefore, there is no language barrier for visitors from North America, Australia and elsewhere. Despite this, she says, Ireland family travel is not a focus of Ireland Tourism Board. There are families who want to explore Ireland with teens. There are young parents who want to visit Ireland with toddlers. However, Jody says that the country markets mainly to older travelers and honeymooners. Families just aren’t their target demographic. This is an opportunity that Jody has taken advantage of. With her site, Ireland Family Vacations, she helps families who want to visit Ireland with children get the most out of their time there. In today’s episode, we discuss her travel tips for a great Ireland family vacation itinerary. Listen in for many fun and educational opportunities in Ireland for kids. Best Times to Visit Ireland with Kids Weather-wise, there is no one distinct season to visit Ireland with children. That said, there will be some rain almost every day, so plan your wardrobe accordingly. Even in the middle of summer, you should plan for the chance of wet weather and cooler temperatures. Weather aside, Jody recommended visiting in the shoulder seasons. July and August are peak times. With this in mind, consider visiting Ireland with kids in May/June or in September. During these shoulder seasons, you’ll find smaller crowds and slightly better weather. Events in Ireland for Kids Jody talks about the music festivals and the Christmas Markets in Ireland. Whether you’re in Ireland with babies or in Ireland with teens, there will always be something great to see and do. We also talk about St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland, which is quite different than what many people might expect. Many an Ireland family vacation itinerary includes Saint Patrick's Day in Dublin or elsewhere. Yet you should be aware that it is not the booze-fueled party that you may find in North America. Sure, a lot of bars in the big cities are cashing in on the holiday’s notorious reputation. But you can enjoy Saint Patrick’s Day in Ireland with children without going on a beer-guzzling bender. For many Irish families, St. Patrick'ds Day is a holy day. In fact, for many places in Ireland, the pubs are closed and people are at home having a feast with their families. Food in Ireland for Kids When considering Ireland family travel, many parents want to know about food options. In case you’re wondering, yes, you’ll find lots of potato dishes when you visit Ireland, but as Jody explains, there is much more than that. Most of Ireland is rural, she explains, so you can expect much of the menu items to be local. Local vegetables, meats, and fish, in particular. Picky eaters will find chicken cutlets, shepherd's pie and fish and chips just about everywhere, and menus are clearly marked for allergies. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, she says, just ask. There’s a good chance that they can whip up some standard dishes for you off-menu.   10 Days in Ireland with Kids: Ireland Travel Itinerary Jody has discovered that most people are looking for a nine to ten-day Ireland family vacation itinerary. That's usually five weekdays bookended by two weekends. Most people fly in and out of Dublin. But if you want to see more, she recommends starting in Dublin but then flying out of Shannon or Cork. Dublin with Kids You could spend your entire trip in and around Dublin with kids if you wanted, says Jody. There is so much to do in Dublin with children, but Ireland is more than its capital city! If your Ireland travel itinerary is around ten days, then spend two days or less in Dublin with children. One of her top recommendations here is the Museum of Archaeology. You can be in Ireland with tweens, teens, or toddlers, and you’ll find something interesting here. More recommendations on Dublin for kids in the interview. Cork with Kids or Kilkenny with Kids? After leaving Dublin, Jody says it’s time to make some decisions. With limited time, you may need to decide between visiting Cork or Kilkenny. In Cork, you have the Blarney Castle, the Black Rock Castle, and all of the history of the Titanic’s Voyage. You also have the tour of the Jamison Factory. Whiskey drinker or not, Jody says that this is a surprisingly interesting tour (I know I love visiting similar places). In Kilkenny, you have one of the only round towers where you can climb all the way to the top. In addition, Kilkenny has something special for sports fans: hurling. This Irish sport resembles something between rugby and field hockey, and you can watch a game in Kilkenny. Killarney, Limerick, & Much More From here, Jody describes so many more things to do in Ireland with kids. We talk about the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula. She tells me about the Bunratty Castle and its historical reenactments. We also discuss the merits and dangers of visiting Skellig Michael. This is the UNESCO Heritage site where Star Wars: The Last Jedi was filmed, but it's not built for tourism. (Spoiler alert: don’t visit with little kids). There is one of the most information-rich episodes I’ve ever recorded. If you’re planning am Ireland travel itinerary — or know someone who is — then this is the episode for you. I simply can’t write it all down here. Listen in and hear for yourself! Timecodes: In This Episode 02:36 Intro 03:39 Homeschooling 05:27 Why Visit Ireland? Why Visit Ireland with Kids? 12:26 When to Visit Ireland with Children 20:50 Food in Ireland for Kids and Picky Eaters 27:18 Irish Destinations, Attractions in Ireland and Ireland Travel Itineraries 30:19 Dublin with Kids 33:42 Kilkenny or Cork with kids? 47:23 Where Else in Ireland? County Donegal & and more About Names: Jody Halsted Hold passports from: USA Type of travel: Ireland Family Vacations Travel Gear & What to Bring to Ireland with Kids Rain Boots Waterproof Jacket Olympus PEN Camera Links & Resources Travelwifi.ie Google maps Tripit OPW Heritage Pass Find Jody Online Ireland Family Vacations | Pinterest | Instagram | Facebook   Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. This means, at no extra cost to you,  we might receive a small commission if you make a purchase or book using those links. My opinions are my own and I only recommend places/services that I believe will genuinely help your travel. We hope that this helps you find things to do in Ireland with kids. Are looking for things to do in Ireland with teens. Or visiting Ireland with toddlers? No matter what kind of Ireland family travel you have planned, I hope that my conversation with Jody helps!  Full-on family travel fundamentals. Epic Education Radio is interviews, stories and advice for people who decide to make travel a priority in their family's life...and for those who want to. Tune in each week to hear stories and advice from new traveling families, and hear how they've handled various family travel-related issues like education, socialization, working, budgeting, accommodation, road-parenting, safety, technology and more. We talk gear, websites, apps and other resources for traveling & nomadic families, and answer questions from those who would like to do something similar.

Planning a family trip to Ireland can be daunting but Jody from Ireland Family Vacations is an expert. This week she shares her itinerary ideas and top Ireland family travel tips on the podcast. Imagine staying in a Irish castle for Halloween and enjoying a full Harry Potter experience...sign us up!! ON THE PODCAST :40 Kim and Tamara's top international travel tips 9:21 Jody Halsted from Ireland Family Vacation 15:02 How long to stay in Ireland 15:22 Sample Ireland itinerary 22:19 Best way to get around Ireland 23:44 Renting a car in Ireland 24:50 Jody's favorite castles 29:02 Top Ireland family travel tips 31:49 Must try Irish foods 34:01 Where to take a family photo 36:20 Favorite travel gear for Ireland 41:35 App of the week 45:00 Stay tuned next week when we talk about Family Camping ABOUT JODY HALSTED Jody Halsted has been traveling across Ireland for over a decade with her own children, discovering the most family friendly sites and activities on the tourist trail and off. Dedicated to Ireland family travel, her website Ireland Family Vacations, provides exceptional advice for a magical Ireland vacation. For families looking for a perfectly tailored Ireland vacation, Jody offers Ireland vacation coaching, working with your family to help you choose the perfect lodging, destinations, and activities to fit your budget, interests, and expectations. INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL TIPS Get an international driver's license from AAA if you are renting a car Sign up for SMART Travel enrollment program to get alerts when we you are traveling overseas Purchase "cancel for any reason" travel insurance Alert your bank and credit card companies in advance to let them know about your travel plans Get foreign currency from your bank in advance If heading to Europe, make sure you have a chip and pin card Check with your bank to see if they have partner banks in the country you are traveling Get a credit card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees Turn off your data and voice roaming and look into either international plans, use WiFi or get a MiFi device Press and hold 0 to get the + sign to call internationally SAMPLE IRELAND ITINERARY Plan on staying at least 10 to 14 days. If possible, fly into Dublin and out of Shannon so you aren't backtracking and it is very easy to fly in and out of Shannon. Then plan on doing a loop through the South. Spend two days exploring Dublin Head down to Kilkenny with a stop enroute in the Wicklow mountains Then either go into Cork or go over to Killarney where you can find the Ring of Kerry and Dingle with three days in either Then head to the northwest and the Cliffs of Moher and Shannon IRELAND FAMILY TRAVEL TIPS Don't drive in Dublin, take the bus from the airport into town Fly out of Shannon airport if you can Stay at least two nights in each location when traveling with kids Ireland is the size of Indiana, but you still can't see and do everything you want to do in 10 days Print off a map of Ireland to see how far it is from place to place and to help you plan your route Rent the smallest car you can because the roads are very narrow In Ireland you will need to purchase a collision damage waiver on your car rental The Office of Public Works has a family pass that will get you into many sights across Ireland The Dublin Pass includes transportation into the city and places like the Guinness storehouse, the Dublin Zoo, as well as museums and castles If you plan on visiting the Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle in the same day, you can get a dual ticket on the Shannon Heritage website Be sure to try the Irish Breakfast, black pudding (blood sausage), and some of their hyper-local, naturally-grown foods Visit the Cliffs of Moher and major sites in the afternoon after the tour buses have left BEST PLACE TO TAKE FAMILY PHOTO Jody recommends Cliffs of Moher, O'Brien's tower, Bunratty Castle, or Malahide Castle as they all offer beautiful backdrops. For the Cliffs of Moher, the best time to visit would be is the afternoon after the tour buses have come and gone and the sunset is gorgeous. FAVORITE TRAVEL GEAR Jody does a lot of hiking in Ireland so she recommends Keen hiking boots and Keen sandals for water sports. She also likes the Molly ScotteVest jacket, which is great for layering with lots of pockets. She also uses convertible pants because they dry so fast. Also bring layers like a light wool shirt and raingear, but it generally doesn't get colder than 50 and higher than 72 degrees. APP OF THE WEEK If you are traveling overseas, we recommend using Google Translate. You may also want to download a phrasebook app that works offline and if you want to learn some language before you go, check out Duolingo. MENTIONED ON THE PODCAST 10+ Tips for Traveling to Europe 10 Tips for an authentic Ireland vacation 10 of the best castles to visit in Ireland A magical stay at Ashford Castle Dromoland Castle A Royal Stay at Knappogue Castle Buying an OPW Heritage Pass FOLLOW US AND SPREAD THE WORD! If you liked this show, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, or Google Play and leave us a review! Have a question or comment? Send us an email or leave us a voicemail at +1.641.715.3900, ext. 926035# You can also follow our travels on Stuffed Suitcase and We3Travel, or follow the Vacation Mavens on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. Thanks for listening!

Having spent the last three days and nights in Malahide Castle, Bunratty Castle and Dromoland Castle, Mary from Florida was very sad to be leaving her last castle

The lads were down in Bunratty Castle with Mary from Florida and as always our listeners texted in what was making them happy on a Wednesday evening

Dermot, Dave and Mary From Florida were in Bunratty Castle and Dermot took Mary down into a dungoen... what happened next?

Rather then paying for Mary from Florida to be taken on an official tour of Bunratty Castle, Dermot & Dave took it upon themselves to be the tour guides

Dermot & Dave are bring their American friend Mary from Florida on a tour of Ireland's most famous castles, she loves castles and today they took her to Bunratty Castle

Music from Wild Clover Band, Brobdingnagian Bards, Thomas “Doc” Grauzer, Men of Thunda, Booze Brothers, The Tea Merchants, Christiane Cargill, Culann’s Hounds, Marc Gunn, Ceili Moss, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Queen’s Gambit, Jigger, Homeland, Black 47. www.celticmusicpodcast.com Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net/ Do you download your podcasts by Hand? For shame. Let Apple Podcasts do it for you. Brought to you by… The Brobdingnagian Bards' TOUR OF IRELAND. Ever wanted to visit Ireland? Come drink Guinness with us in Dublin, visit the Rock of Cashel, roam the Dingle peninsula, Killarney, Galway, and enjoy a medieval banquet in Bunratty Castle. Next June, you can join the Brobdingnagian Bards on this exciting historical tour of Ireland Visit http://www.thebards.net/ireland/ for details. Notes – VOTE in the The Celtic Top Five – Thanks to everyone who voted for the Brobdingnagian Bards in the Austin Music Awards. We won in the Best None of the Above Band category, which I guess adequately describes us. I also came in second for Best Strings. Unfortunately, the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast did not place at all. So either, we didn't get enough votes or the Music Awards are not yet ready to accept podcasts as comparable radio shows. Either way, no win. But dang it, I'm gonna try again next year! – Order Victims of Irish Music Now – 17 Free Celtic Music Downloads for St. Patrick's Day – Link to the Podcast. I have new banners so you can link directly to the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast This Week in Celtic Music 0:26 - “The Polka Set” by Wild Clover Band from Behind the Blarney 5:50 - “Seven Drunken Nights” by Brobdingnagian Bards from The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs 10:50 - “Princess Royale” by Thomas “Doc” Grauzer from Infernal Harp Racket also from Victims of Irish Music 15:10 - “Rakes of Mallow” by Men of Thunda 16:48 - “Elevator” by Booze Brothers from Elevator 23:06 - “Alice's Reels” by The Tea Merchants from One Lump Or Two? 27:53 - “Scottish Ballade” by Christiane Cargill from Metamorphosis 32:02 - “The Skylark” by Culann's Hounds from The Year of the Dog also from Victims of Irish Music 35:14 - “When Kitty Eyes Are Smiling” by Marc Gunn from Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers 40:12 - “Maid on the Shore” by Ceili Moss from On the Shore 43:54 - “The Willows/Three Ashes” by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer from Scatter Pipes 48:58 - “Madam I'm A Darlin'” by Queen's Gambit from Off the Board 51:52 - “Time Ticks Away” Jigger from Time Ticks Away 55:57 - “Mrs. McGrath” by HOMELAND from We Never Got This Far Alone 1:02:37 - “Downtown Baghdad Blues” by Black 47 from Elvis Murphy's Green Suede Shoes The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com.

St Patrick's Day music from Merry Mischief, Serious Kitchen, Tears for Beers, Ali Benson, James Raynard, Trochrague, Murder the Stout, Minstrosity, Coyote Run, MojoKelt, Bow Triplets, Diane Linn, The Duplets, Redhill Rats, Porter & Stout, Great Big Sea, Irish Stout, Enter the Haggis, Gaelic Storm. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/ Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast.  Do you download your podcasts by Hand? For shame. Let Apple Podcasts do it for you. Brought to you by… The Brobdingnagian Bards' TOUR OF IRELAND. Ever wanted to visit Ireland? Come drink Guinness with us in Dublin, visit the Rock of Cashel, roam the Dingle peninsula, Killarney, Galway, and enjoy a medieval banquet in Bunratty Castle. Next June, you can join the Brobdingnagian Bards on this exciting historical tour of Ireland Visit http://www.thebards.net/ireland/ for details. Notes – Renaissance Festival Podcast – Marc Gunn's Pub Songs Podcast – Celtic MP3s Music Magazine This Week in Celtic Music 0:27 - “Loch Lomond” by Merry Mischief from Just Love Songs 6:28 - “Young Hunting” by Serious Kitchen from "Tig" 14:13 - “Ye Jacobites By Name” by Tears for Beers from Cracky Bones 19:53 - “She Moved Through the Fair” by Ali Benson 23:38 - “The Loathsome Worm and The Mackeral of the Sea” by James Raynard from Strange Histories 30:16 - “Sweet Colleen” by Trochrague from Trochrague 34:13 - “Roddy McCorley/Sean South” by Murder the Stout from Murder the Stout 39:15 - “Do You Love An Apple?” by Minstrosity from Why Am I Not Surprised? 43:05 - “Dragon of Cabo San Lucas” by Coyote Run from Pleads the Fifth 48:08 - “She Wore Black” by MojoKelt from Live at the Grange 53:04 - “Boys From the Blue Hill/Cherish the Ladies” by Bow Triplets from One Spot on Earth also from Victims of Irish Music 56:23 - “Johnny Jump Up” by Diane Linn from A Rogue by Any Other Name 59:54 - “Strathspeys and a Reel” by The Duplets 1:04:54 - “Cold Haily Windy Night” by Redhill Rats 1:11:23 - “Black and Tans” by Porter & Stout from Uncharted Waters 1:14:45 - “Captain Kidd” by Great Big Sea from The Hard & Easy 1:17:33 - “Bonnie Ship the Diamond” by Irish Stout from A Collection of Irish Pub Songs 1:20:14 - “Down With the Ship” by Enter the Haggis from Casualties of Retail Next time music we'll have more music, but for now, I'm ready to pass out. THE CELTIC TOP FIVE 5. Kennedy's Kitchen, “Sleeping Under the Tables Set” 4. Bedlam Bards, “Ballad of Joss” 3. Maidens IV, “Four Aflame” 2. Arabesque, “The Gneeveguilla Reel” 1:29:00 - 1. “Radar” by Wicked Tinkers from Whisky Supper 1:33:06 - “Kiss Me I'm Irish” by Gaelic Storm from Bring Yer Wellies The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com.  

Irish Celtic music from Maidens IV, Wicked Tinkers, Thornhill Road, Brobdingnagian Bards, The Merry Wives of Windsor, An Triur, Bruno's Boys, Ellis Island, Cynthia Bennett, Kennedy's Kitchen, NeidFyre, The Bleeding Irish, Ockham's Razor, Belfast Andi, Mary Knickle. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/ Subscribe to the Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. http://bestcelticmusic.net/ Do you download your podcasts by Hand? For shame. Let iTunes do it for you. Brought to you by… The Brobdingnagian Bards' TOUR OF IRELAND. Ever wanted to visit Ireland? Come drink Guinness with us in Dublin, visit the Rock of Cashel, roam the Dingle peninsula, Killarney, Galway, and enjoy a medieval banquet in Bunratty Castle. Next June, you can join the Brobdingnagian Bards on this exciting historical tour of Ireland Visit http://www.thebards.net/ireland/ for details. Notes - Vote for the Brobdingnagian Bards (for Best Folk and Novelty Band) and the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast in the Austin Music Poll. Find some voting suggestions here. - Vote for your Favorite Song in the latest Podcast - Vote for Us at PodcastAlley - Marc Gunn on Myspace - Irish & Celtic Music Podcast on Myspace - Other Podcasts I listen to Cleveland Celtic Podcast, Celtic Music News Podcast, Celtic Folk Podcast. All are part of the Celtic Podcast Network. Also check out, Irish Fireside - St Patrick's Day Party Music - Celtic Podcast Network This Week in Celtic Music 0:26 "Lark in the Morning" by Maidens IV from Four Aflame 6:12 "The Dream Set" by Wicked Tinkers from Whiskey Supper 9:44 "Mhaire Bhruinneal/Dunmore Lasses" by Thornhill Road  12:42 "Beer, Beer, Beer" by Brobdingnagian Bards from The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs  14:25 "My Dear Irish Boy" by The Merry Wives of Windsor from Here's to the Men 20:12 "The Rambling Pitchfork/Father Dollard's Favourite/Tom Busby's" by An Triur from Three People 24:28 "Drunken Sailor" by Bruno's Boys from Last Call 28:06 "Rare Old Mountain Dew" by Ellis Island from The Whole Shebang 30:51 "Nancy's Song" by Cynthia Bennett from Cauldron of Life 35:32 "Life of a Country Boy" by Kennedy's Kitchen from A Pocketful of Lint 37:49 "Julia Delaney/Copperplate" by NeidFyre from Waddles from the Sea 42:17 "Hunger Strike" by The Bleeding Irish from Friota­ocht 44:15 "The Lassie Who Never Says No" by Ockham's Razor from Ockham's Razor 46:59 "Hills of Antrim" by Belfast Andi from All That Glitters 53:27 "Weave the Yarn" by Mary Knickle from Weave The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. Promote Celtic culture through music at http://celticmusicpodcast.com.

It's time to enjoy the Best Celtic Music of 2006 this week's Irish & Celtic Music Podcast with amazing indie Celtic music from Sarah Dinan, Circled By Hounds, Coyote Run, Marc Gunn, Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band, Great Big Sea, The Elders, Ann'Sannat, Tears for Beers, Cara Dillon, Mary Knickle, The Tea Merchants, Heather Dale, Celticana, Clandestine, Paisley Close, Niamh Parsons, Susan Hamlin. http://celticmusicpodcast.com/ If you enjoy this podcast, then please rate the show on iTunes or your favorite podcatcher. Then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic music and podcast news. Subscribe today to download 34 Celtic MP3s for free. Remember to support the artists who support this podcast: buy their CDs, download their MP3s, see their shows, and drop them an email to let them know you heard them on the Irish and Celtic Music Podcast. And remember to Vote in the Celtic Top 20 to help me create next year’s Best Celtic Music 2016 episode.   Do you download your podcasts by Hand? For shame. Let iTunes do it for you. Brought to you by… The Brobdingnagian Bards' TOUR OF IRELAND. Ever wanted to visit Ireland? Come drink Guinness with us in Dublin, visit the Rock of Cashel, roam the Dingle peninsula, Killarney, Galway, and enjoy a medieval banquet in Bunratty Castle. Next June, you can join the Brobdingnagian Bards on this exciting historical tour of Ireland Visit http://www.thebards.net/ireland/ for details. Notes: – Marc Gunn on Myspace – Irish & Celtic Music Podcast on Myspace: – Vote Favorite Song in the Podcast – Frappr Map – PodcastAlley – Subscribe and post comments on iTunes – Your Weekly Irish Stout Podcast – MP3 Archive updated – Celtic Podcast Network – Comments, Song Requests, Call 512-879-6398 This Week in Celtic Music 0:28 “Flower of Magherally ‘O” by Sarah Dinan from From the Ashes 4:44 “Alleyway Rover” by Circled By Hounds from Circled By Hounds 8:04 “Mairi Mac” by Coyote Run from Pleads the Fifth 11:30 “The Bridge” by Marc Gunn from Soul of a Harper 15:13 “The Wearing of the Green” by Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band from Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band 40th Anniversary 18:43 “Captain Kidd” by Great Big Sea from The Hard & Easy 21:30 “Men of Erin” by The Elders from American Wake 26:09 “The Wind That Shakes the Barley” by Ann'Sannat from Welcome Into the Morning 32:05 “Ye Jacobites By Name” by Tears for Beers from Cracky Bones 38:59 “The Snows They Melt The Soonest” by Cara Dillon from After the Morning 43:04 “Weave the Yarn” by Mary Knickle from Weave 47:00 “The High Fiddle Reels” by The Tea Merchants from The Tea Merchants 51:49 “Mordred's Lullaby” by Heather Dale from The Trial of Launcelot from Secret World of Celtic Rock 55:48 “As I Roved Out” by Celticana from Soldier's Daughter 1:00:32 “Peggy” by Clandestine from To Anybody At All 1:04:03 “The Fox/Gravel Walk” by Paisley Close from All On A Day 1:08:19 “The Rigs of Rye” by Niamh Parsons from Heart's Desire 1;14:15 “Gort na Salean (Salley Gardens)” by Susan Hamlin from Younger than the Sun The Irish & Celtic Music Podcast was produced by Marc Gunn, The Celtfather. To subscribe, go to iTunes or to our website where you can become a Patron of the Podcast for as little as $1 per episode. You can post feedback in the shownotes at celticmusicpodcast.com.

We visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park where we give our tips to avoid the crowds, suggest some interesting sites nearby, mix up a potcheen cocktail and hear Liam’s haunting version fo She Moved Thro’ the Fair.