Wicklow Heritage Trails Recording Project

Wicklow Heritage Trails Recording Project

Wicklow Uplands Council in partnership with the Heritage Office of Wicklow County Council, have recently announced an exciting new heritage recording project along the existing and developing network of walking trails in the east of the county, from Bray to Woodenbridge.

The principle aim of the project is to construct a permanent digital archive of the natural, cultural and built heritage associated with this part of County Wicklow. Once, it is completed later this year, the public archive will feature stories captured through oral recordings, a photographic collection and serve to highlight the many points of interest found in the region.

It is envisaged that through the engagement of local communities, a better understanding of their shared heritage will be discovered and celebrated. It also offers an opportunity to create an ongoing digital archive and the building of an integrated network of interested groups and individuals.

All of the material gathered will assist the future development of visitor and tourism interpretation and to promote the region as part of Ireland’s Ancient East.

William’s Engine House Overlooking Spoil Heaps in Avoca

HOW TO GET INVOLVED:

Abarta Heritage, who have been commissioned to compile information using local information and other sources, will be making site visits in the coming weeks and months to assess points of interest and to capture the many stories of sites, folklore and traditions along the route.

Local community engagement with groups and individuals is key to the success of this project and it is anticipated that historical societies, local PURE Mile groups and community heritage organisations will play a central role in its delivery.

Training in online archiving and oral history recording techniques will also be provided to interested parties.

If you are interested in getting involved with this project or have information that you would like to share or perhaps would like to become a curator of the material that is gathered, please visit www.wicklowcountyheritage.org for more details.