# Abarta Audio Guides

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Step from Ireland's pre-Famine past to life in the New World in the Sperrins

Fancy stretching the legs over the Easter weekend? Archaeologist Neil Jackman has more suggestions for great historical sites to visit around the island of Ireland.

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Apr 4th 2015, 9:15 AM

# heritage ireland

Ever heard of Darby's Bed? Diarmuid and Gráinne 'slept' here...

Discover this magical ancient site in Co Limerick, and a monastic complex that saved locals from slaughter in Kilkenny as Neil Jackman’s Heritage Ireland returns.

20.0k

Feb 7th 2015, 9:15 AM

# hidden history

Heritage Ireland: The oldest lighthouse still in use in the world

Let archaeologist Neil Jackman lead you through the amazing past and present of Hook Lighthouse as well as trips to a major ancient monastery and Georgian splendour.

30.0k

Jul 26th 2014, 9:45 AM

# heritage ireland

Dig this: How we plan to get to heart of one of Ireland's most mysterious sites

The first in a series of three articles which follows the discoveries being made at Tlachtga – one of Ireland’s most enigmatic archaeological sites.

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May 17th 2014, 9:45 AM

# History

Heritage Ireland: 3 amazing sites to see this Easter weekend

Lovely Doneraile Park, ancient Derrynaflan and iconic Clonmacnoise – archaeologist Neil Jackman guides you through these magical sites.

13.2k

Apr 19th 2014, 9:45 AM

# waterford 1100

Neil Jackman's guide to the historical gems of Waterford

That’s 1100 years of history in the making, you know.

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Jan 12th 2014, 10:30 AM

# Heritage

Hidden Ireland: Ready to meet Ireland's very first farmers?

This week, archaeologist Neil Jackman is awed by the Neolithic treasures of Lough Gur, as well as a stunning Kerry fort complex and a Galway medieval cathedral.

11.9k

Nov 9th 2013, 9:45 AM

# spooky sites

Hidden Ireland: Step into the site where Halloween began

Archaeologist Neil Jackman steers us around some spooky ancient Samhain spots in Roscommon, Dublin, Meath and Wexford. Hold us.

30.8k

Oct 26th 2013, 9:45 AM

# Heritage

Hidden Ireland: 7 reasons to see the amazing Faughan Valley

Highest waterfalls, venerable mansions, ancient tombs, rare bog flora, proud forts of lost chieftains. Head to Co Derry if all that tickles your fancy.

13.4k

Aug 31st 2013, 9:45 AM

# Heritage Week

Hidden Ireland: Heritage Week and the treasures of Waterford

As part of the Hidden Ireland series, Neil Jackman focuses on the historical gems of Waterford – and what you can see in Heritage Week, kicking off today!

8.8k

Aug 17th 2013, 9:15 AM

# Heritage

Hidden Ireland: Mystery island, ruined fortress and Braveheart daydreams

As part of the Hidden Ireland series, Neil Jackman looks at three off-the-beaten-track places to visit this weekend in Carlow, Tipperary and Meath.

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Jul 6th 2013, 9:15 AM

# hidden history

History hotspot: Carlingford, Co Louth

As part of the Hidden Ireland series, Neil Jackman shines a spotlight on a town chock-full of interesting sites for you to visit this weekend.

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Jun 8th 2013, 9:15 AM

# Hidden Ireland

4 Irish sites to visit to get close to St Patrick mythology

Follow in the footsteps of St Patrick this weekend… or at least to the places he’s reputed to have visited for special events.

18.0k

Mar 16th 2013, 9:45 AM

# Hidden Ireland

5 off-the-beaten track places in Ireland you really should visit

There is no entry fee to any of these sites – so what are you waiting for?

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Feb 16th 2013, 9:15 AM

# Abarta

Archaeologist brings Ireland's heritage to life in new audio guide

Irish archaeologist Neil Jackman says wanted to “create something positive” when he found himself unemployed – and so he rounded up a talented team to bring Ireland’s history to life.

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Jul 15th 2012, 6:00 PM