Airing Friday 24 April at 8:30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player
Episode 3: Northern Ireland
Doireann Ní Ghlacáin travels to Northern Ireland for an episode that captures its wild spirit and extraordinary landscapes. Broadcaster Holly Hamilton takes on the iconic Cave Hill above Belfast, a landmark that has watched over the city for centuries and inspired some of its most enduring legends.
Then singer and senator Frances Black joins Doireann on a journey to the remote and hauntingly beautiful Rathlin Island off the Antrim coast, Ireland’s northernmost inhabited island, where history, wildlife, and the raw power of the Atlantic come together in one unforgettable walk.
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 24 April at 8:30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player
