Foyle Trails

26/06/2024

A client - from a recent group of New South Wales visitors, enjoys hearing about the archaeology and mythology of the Sperrin`s many ancient habitats.

07/04/2024

Eco warriors from across Northern Ireland came together recently to do some habitat restoration on one of the An Creagán bogs, in the Southern Sperrins. In doing their bit to combat climate change everyone agreed that regenerative tourism made for " a great day out " Many thanks to Ulster Wildlife for organising the day.
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07/03/2024

On a planned, air mile carbon off setting session, two intrepid gardeners form New South Wales spent a wonderful day exploring the ancient habitats and archaeology of the southern Sperrins. And at the same time learnt about and put into practice some regenerative tourism concepts.
Explore Omagh & the Sperrins Region

02/11/2023

This Harry Potter and Halloween Fan from Kansas just loved the ancient archaeology of the Sperrins - whilst on one of my recent Halloween Origins Experiences. Explore Omagh & the Sperrins Region

03/10/2023

Halloween Origins with Foyle Trails As Sambhain approaches discover some of the ancient origins of Halloween in Omagh & the Sperrins, hear fascinating stories of ritual landscapes and primeval habitats that helped nurture Halloween. This small group, exclusive tour is one of the most unique and thought provoking Halloween experiences in Ireland. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/halloween-origins-tickets-639798653997?aff=erelexpmlt &theSperrinsRegion

20/09/2023

Nothing beats the stories, contrasting colours and feel of Autumn.

🍂Autumn is here... 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭! Check out Foyle Trails this season and kick up the leaves whilst you meander the "Folkways and Ritual Landscapes" tour.

Listen to Martin whilst he brings to life the folklore, rituals and prehistoric sites of The Sperrins. Activities include hands-on conservation, ecology tours, and Iron and Bronze Age talks. So, not only do you get to explore these amazing landscapes, you can learn how to give a little bit back, too!

With Halloween around the corner - let Martin take you on the adventure👻 🍂

Check out 👉 https://bit.ly/3JKANq6

15/09/2023

With the cultural landscapes of the Sperrin`s on their minds, this group of visitors from various parts of the USA were really fascinated by this wonderful example of Rock Art - dating from our Celtic Christian Era.

27/08/2023

I recently added a new string to my bow, location scouting for media programmes in Omagh and the Sperrins. Photo shows Frank Delaney Director of RTE`s Tracks & Trails programme and Alastair Brian from Gortin Glen Forest Park and myself - on Mullaghcarn.

02/07/2023

Join Martin Bradley from Foyle Trails on the "Folkways and Ritual Landscapes" tour where he brings to life the folklore, rituals and prehistoric sites of The Sperrins. Activities include hands-on conservation, ecology tours, and Iron and Bronze Age talks. So, not only do you get to explore these amazing landscapes, you can learn how to give a little bit back, too! Intrigued? Join him here 👉 go.irlnd.co/xjxf3j

26/05/2023

On top of Mullaghcarn in West Tyrone lives Darach. Darach really enjoys the view from the highest point in Omagh & the Sperrins.

05/05/2023

Giants experienced in the Sperrins.
Meet Elly and a friend relaxing in the sun. The big bright yellow, round thing in the sky, up there points Elly!

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22/04/2023

I am very pleased to confirm that Foyle Trails has recently achieved Intermediate Sustainability accreditation via Sustainable Travel Ireland, a third party audited body and member of the UN`s Global Sustainable Tourism Council. -- Tourism Northern Ireland`s "Embrace a Giant Spirit Experiences" in association with Foyle Trails take a first step towards accredited sustainable tourism. --

21/01/2023

The Pedicab Crew from Juneau Alaska - here to enjoy our mild January weather and explore a few of West Tyrone`s ancient ritual sites and learn a bit of folklore. .com

08/11/2022

A fantastic Celtic Rainforest with Spooky/Goth photo opportunities throughout the year. Samhain does not have to be the only time year that that we explore these places.

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05/10/2022

11/06/2022

Part of my Tourism Northern Ireland accredited Giant Experience in Omagh and the Sperrins.

Foyle Trails offer superb guided landscape trails including 'Folk Ways and Ritual Landscapes Our Hidden Heritage'. 🎇🌄
On this experiential tour you will discover the quirky stories behind sacrificial Bog Body habitats and the ritual significance of Giant`s Graves and Stone Circles from expert local guide Martin Bradley.
For more info check out 👉 https://bit.ly/MysteriousTyrone

09/06/2022

10/01/2022

As February approaches thoughts turn to spring and the budding Fairy Thorns.
Discover fairy thorns www.foyletrails.com

19/11/2021

Check out my new eco friendly experience in rural Derry. The mythology and ecology of a Celtic Rain Forest.
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04/03/2021

Stone row and Fairy tree in County Tyrone. A site with ancient origins and many stories.