Airing Friday 17 April at 8:30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player
Episode 2: County Roscommon and County Longford
Doireann Ní Ghlacáin travels to the heart of Ireland’s midlands for two walks steeped in history and quiet beauty. Historian and broadcaster Myles Dungan accompanies Doireann on a powerful journey along part of the National Famine Way, walking the Strokestown Park House loop before continuing to the ancient royal site of Rathcroghan, one of Ireland’s most significant yet little-known archaeological landscapes. Then broadcaster Sinead Hussey joins Doireann to walk along Longford’s scenic greenway from Clondra, leading to the remarkable Corlea Trackway Centre, where a 2,000 year old structure offers a profound connection to Ireland’s ancient past.
About the series
Presenter Doireann Ní Ghlacáin explores Ireland’s most beautiful trails alongside a stellar lineup of Irish personalities. This five-part series journeys through Louth, Roscommon, Longford, Antrim, Kildare and Dún Laoghaire combining stunning scenery with compelling conversations about heritage, history, and personal connections to the land. From archaeologists uncovering forgotten histories to musicians finding inspiration in wild places, Tracks & Trails pairs each landscape with voices that bring new meaning to these beautiful walking trails on the island of Ireland. This isn’t just a walking show. It’s where Ireland’s past, present, and natural world come together and bring us all on a journey.
Five Episodes. Six counties. Many stories you haven’t heard before.
Once again, Tracks & Trails proves there’s always more to discover, even in places you thought you knew.
Airing Friday 17 April at 8:30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player
