A bitter dispute between sisters 200 years ago means a precious wedding gift must be cared for in the present.

Inspired by some of Ireland's most renowned female ghosts, Haunting Women is a group of stories from across the centuries.

Dermot Bolger relives five tragic tales of women who are doomed to haunt the island for eternity.

Sharon …. Dawn Bradfield
Beatrice …. Jody O’Neill
Anthony …. Luke Griffin
Creed …. John Hewitt
Lucinda …. Alison McKenna
Priest …. David Kelly

Producer: Gemma McMullan

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2005. Show less