Comedian Neil Delamere is back on TV next month with a brand new show called Holding Out For A Hero.
The series starts next Monday, December 1 on RTÉ2 and follows the award-winning success of his previous historical TV shows There's Something about Patrick and The Only Viking in the Village.
This time around he’s taking on Ireland’s heroes and over the course of the four-part series, Delamere will fill viewers in on the true stories behind four of his favourite Irish heroes.
He'll learn to fight like the ferocious Cúchulainn, recreate Red Hugh O'Donnell's daring escape by abseiling off the roof of Dublin Castle, and taste some 16th Century “delicacies” enjoyed by Gráinne Mhaol.
He'll also attempt to pass the ancient warrior tests endured by Fionn MacCumhaill and the Fianna - all in the name of refreshing our memory about some of Ireland's most notable heroes.
In the opening episode Delamere will retrace the steps of the legendary warrior Cúchulainn – learning the ancient battle feats he was famed for and improving his hurling prowess under the guidance of famed Kilkenny hurler, DJ Carey.
As well as travelling the country meeting historians and experts who explain the various battles that earned Cú Chulainn his heroic status, Delamere takes to the stage to regale an audience about the hero in question.
Holding Out For A Hero, Monday December 1 on RTÉ2.
