Saintfield, Owenkillew River and the Mourne Pathway
The 14th Saintfield Santa Ride takes place this weekend, why the Owenkillew River is important for freshwater pearl mussels & protecting the delicate ecosystem in the Mournes.
The Saintfield Charity Santa Ride takes place for the 14th time this weekend, with organiser Joan Cunningham discussing how it came about. Conor McKay discovers why the Owenkillew River in Tyrone is the perfect location to find freshwater pearl mussels in Northern Ireland. Mountain Ranger Clare O'Reilly discusses the importance of protecting the delicate ecosystem of 'The Stairs' in the Mourne Mountains. The Adoration Sisters, Elaine Kelly and Martina Purdy, are leading 'Northern Ireland's Camino' which tells the story of St. Patrick's life and times here.
Presented by Anne Marie McAleese.
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The Mourne Pathway
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The Saintfield Charity Santa Ride
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Following in St Patrick's footsteps
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- Sat 12 Dec 2020 08:05麻豆社 Radio Foyle & 麻豆社 Radio Ulster
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