The popular RTÉ Radio 1 series The County Measure visits Co. Longford this October Bank Holiday weekend - listen above.
Join writer and broadcaster Vincent Woods as he uncovers the vibrant arts, sports, history, heritage and diverse communities of Co. Longford.
From blooming biodiversity in Ardagh, a sensational samba band at Halloween, to the ancient routes of our ancestors, Vincent takes a measure of all that 'the county of the slashers' has to offer.
"Co Longford culture is alive and thriving - this place of quiet beauty holds a wealth of history, literary heritage, new and diverse communities and proud local GAA teams who reflect all he best of continuity and change," says Vincent Woods.
Ríl Óg, the acclaimed traditional band from Lanesborough and Edgeworthstown, will unveil new and exclusive music on the programme. Fresh from performing at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the band previously won the Longford Leader's "Longford's Next Superstar" prize.
The programme will also feature an original piece of writing from Ballymahon writer Adrian Duncan, author of Little Republics: The Story of Bungalow Bliss.
The County Measure is a landmark RTÉ Radio 1 series that explores the identity and communities of Ireland's 32 counties.
The County Measure: Longford will be broadcast on Monday, October 30th at 11 AM on RTÉ Radio 1.The series previously visited several counties including Galway, Offaly, Tipperary, and Tyrone - listen back here.
