Abstract
Since the Brexit referendum, the Irish border has again become a source of tension but on the ground it remains a fascinating wilderness of low mountains and fantastic hiking country
Today I’m hiking from Thur Mountain to the Cavan Burren along lanes and among prehistoric relics. This is north-west Ireland, not far from the sea but far enough for me to call it midlands. My route goes from Co Leitrim into Co Cavan, staying close to the border with Northern Ireland. For so long associated with violence and up against the appeal of the west coast, Ireland’s borderland has been ignored by travellers.
Today I’m hiking from Thur Mountain to the Cavan Burren along lanes and among prehistoric relics. This is north-west Ireland, not far from the sea but far enough for me to call it midlands. My route goes from Co Leitrim into Co Cavan, staying close to the border with Northern Ireland. For so long associated with violence and up against the appeal of the west coast, Ireland’s borderland has been ignored by travellers.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Type | Travel article for the Guardian |
| Media of output | Press and online |
| Publisher | The Guardian |
| Number of pages | 1 |
| Place of Publication | London |
| Publication status | Published - 18 Feb 2018 |
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The Rule of the Land: Politics, Landscape and Identity on Ireland’s Border
Garrett Carr (Participant)
Impact: Cultural Impact, Societial Impact, Other Impact