This episode takes Joe Mahon to Glenarm and Carnlough where
amongst the moody, atmospheric weather he meets a group of locals who tell
tales of the two neighbouring villages' pasts.
Paul McGill (teacher at Garron Tower co-educational
college) relates the history of Lady Londonderry (born Frances Anne Vane)
whilst taking us on a tour of her splendid home - she built Garron Tower, north
of Carnlough, as a summer residence for herself. John Montgomery
tells of Lady Londonderry's investment into Carnlough, whilst walking along the
harbour that was built on her instruction.
Felix McKillop explains why the village of Straidkilly - the
reserve is midway between Glenarm and Carnlough - is known as the
'Slipping Village'. Brian McEvoy speaks about the close relationship the
village had with Scotland due to trade, and how the old harbour was used during
the war. Katie Cheyne extols the virtues of a healthy lifestyle, describes
the friendliness of the neighbours and shows off her horses.
94-year-old local man, Alec Wilson, impresses Mahon with the
fiddle he has made and learned to play, whilst Robert Morrow performs one
of the epic verses he composes. The programme concludes with
Robert reminiscing about past dances and family life.