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Dromod to Sligo
Episode 14 of 15
Michael Portillo crosses the Emerald Isle uncovering Irish identity, forged at a time of political strife. Michael learns how the landscape inspired poet WB Yeats.
With his Victorian Bradshaw's guidebook in hand, Michael Portillo crosses the Emerald Isle uncovering Irish identity, forged at a time of political strife. Travelling through the beautiful landscape, Michael learns how it inspired one of the 20th century's greatest poets, WB Yeats.
In Dromod, Michael learns how to make an Irish staple - a potato pancake, known as boxty. At the home of the father of Irish fiddling, Michael attempts to master a traditional Irish dance.
Last on
Sat 10 Mar 2018
17:30
麻豆社 Two Wales
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Michael Portillo |
| Series Producer | Alison Kreps |
| Executive Producer | John Comerford |
| Production Company | Boundless Productions |
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