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Open Country: The Ring of Gullion

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29/01/2015

The Ring of Gullion

BBC Radio 4 - Open Country, The Ring of Gullion

Helen Mark visits the Ring of Gullion in Northern Ireland.

Helen Mark visits the Ring of Gullion in Northern Ireland to discover its ancient geographical features that are now attracting visitors from all over the world.

Helen Mark visits the Ring Of Gullion in Northern Ireland to discover it's ancient geographical features that are now attracting visitors from all over the world.

The Ring Of Gullion is in South Armagh, near the border with Ireland.

For years the area was an area that was dangerous during the troubles and so overlooked by tourists, but the locals have aware of it's beauty, wildlife and ancient history, packed with myths and legends for centuries. Now the area is trying to attract visitors and put itself firmly on the map as an area with plenty to attract visitors from all over the world.

Presenter: Helen Mark
Producer: Martin Poyntz-Roberts.

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