New audio guide to Curragh trails
The guide includes information about the Curragh's history, flora and fauna, archaeology, myths and legends, military history, grazing, equine industry and more. It is the result of an idea discussed by Cllr Fiona McLoughlin Healy around four years ago.
"I initially discussed the idea with Curragh Plains resident Mark Weld and Bridget Loughlin, Kildare County Council Heritage officer," Cllr McLoughlin Healy said at the launch.
"I want to thank Bridget for her kind words and acknowledgement today and to acknowledge her commitment to drawing together people with the knowledge of different fascinating elements of the Curragh Plains. It could not have happened without her. I would like to thank in particular Mark Weld who put many hours into outlining the initial draft trail that helped get the project off the ground."
The councillor also thanked Abarta for doing 'a superb job' of bringing it all together, the Curragh Racecourse, Naas Aerial Photography and Kildare County Council. A copy of the guide can be downloaded here. She said the seminar She said the seminar was 'a fantastic opportunity' to remind of the immense environmental, archaeological, historical and cultural significance of the Curragh.
"I truly hope it becomes a launchpad for real action for the management and protection of the Curragh Plains," she concluded.
Pictured at the launch are Mary O'Connor, Dr John Feehan, Cllr McLoughlin Healy, Kildare Heritage Officer Bridget Loughlin, Deirdre Lane of Shamrock Springs, and Michael Jacob.
(Information source: Cllr Fiona McLoughlin Healy.)
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