List of episodes of the series «Ag Triall ar an Tobar»

  • Seasons count: 1
  • Episodes count: 6
  • Total viewing time: 24 m.
The Coast
Release date: 3/14/2024

The Coast

  • Episode number: 1
  • Episode duration: 24 min.
  • Episode description:
    As Islanders we have a special draw to the sea. In the first episode of the series, presenter Manchán Magan travels to Achill island, Connemara and Ardmore, Co. Waterford to learn about the holy wells that are situated on the coast.
Cities
Release date: 3/21/2024

Cities

  • Episode number: 2
  • Episode description:
    As a society we have always been dependent on water, our cities and towns are built on rivers. It's no surprise that there are holy wells to be found in our cities. Presenter Manchán Magan visits holy wells in Dublin, Galway, Cork and Derry.
Pilgrimage of the Saints
Release date: 3/28/2024

Pilgrimage of the Saints

  • Episode number: 3
  • Episode description:
    There are many wells named after saints and a pattern day associated with them. In episode 3, Manchán Magan celebrates holy wells associated with Saints Brigid, Gobnait, Martin and Patrick.
The Power of Water
Release date: 4/4/2024

The Power of Water

  • Episode number: 4
  • Episode description:
    For years Irish people have been going to the well. Something our ancestors have been doing before us and the customs associated with them are still alive today. Manchán Magan looks at the healing properties associated with holy wells.
Miracles and Magic
Release date: 4/11/2024

Miracles and Magic

  • Episode number: 5
  • Episode description:
    There are many miracles mentioned in Ireland's history that drew the public attention. It's no surprise that there are miracles associated with many of our wells. Manchán Magan takes a look at the the power of miracles in today's world.
Heritage
Release date: 4/18/2024

Heritage

  • Episode number: 6
  • Episode description:
    The stories behind our wells have been preserved, from generation to generation. Presenter Manchán Magan meets the people who are dedicating their lives to preserving these stories alive so that the next generation have it.