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County Fermanagh - from the Watergate to the Battle of Newtownbutler
Episode 6 of 6
Dr Éamon Phoenix journeys through Fermanagh's history, from plantation to famine and beyond. For any queries, contact series producer Laura Spence, [email protected].
Dr Éamon Phoenix is in County Fermanagh considering its Plantation past and proud military history. From the Cole Memorial to the County Jail, Éamon reflects on the importance of Enniskillen; before visiting two Scottish planter castles at Monea and Tully. In Lisnaskea, he visits the Workhouse; and uncovers more hidden history and a famous author at Crom Estate.
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Wed 22 Aug 201219:30
BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle
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Lisnaskea Workshouse and the Famine in Fermanagh
Duration: 01:49
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Crom Castle - Plantation Home of the Creightons
Duration: 05:31
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The Childhood Home of Shan Bullock
Duration: 01:24
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A Visit to Monea Castle
Duration: 01:18
Broadcasts
- Sun 19 Aug 201216:03BBC Radio Ulster
- Wed 22 Aug 201219:30BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle
