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Whispering Stones

Whispering Stones

By: Bernice Cooke
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 The buildings that we don't know about, the History that didn't feature in our School books. Irish history, local history, the people, the places, the stories.Whispering their stories as we walk amongst what was and now what isn't. From battlefields, to Castles, Forts to Island Prisons, Famine Graves to forgotten cottages. When have you really looked off the beaten path at the history that emanates from our surroundings. The places that don't feature on a tourist map, those places you stumble upon when out for a walk. What, why, who and where answered in each episode.

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  • Whispering Stones: Turlough – Round Towers, Ruins & the Legend of Fighting Fitzgerald

    Whispering Stones: Turlough – Round Towers, Ruins & the Legend of Fighting Fitzgerald
    Apr 13 2026
    Step into the rich history of Turlough, County Mayo, home to one of Ireland’s best-preserved round towers and the National Museum of Country Life.
    In this episode of Whispering Stones, Bernice Cooke explores early Christian Ireland, the ruins of St. Patrick’s Church, ancient burial traditions, and the dramatic life of George “Fighting Fitzgerald.”
    Discover Irish heritage, folklore, archaeology, and hidden stories woven into this remarkable Mayo landscape.



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    4 mins
  • Strade Abbey: Power, Persuasion & Medieval Secrets in County Mayo

    Strade Abbey: Power, Persuasion & Medieval Secrets in County Mayo
    Apr 8 2026
    In this episode of Whispering Stones, Bernice Cooke explores the fascinating history of Strade Abbey in County Mayo, a medieval Dominican friary with a dramatic origin story.
    Founded in the 13th century and famously transferred from the Franciscans after a bold act of persuasion, the abbey holds stunning stone carvings, a rare Pietà sculpture, and centuries of hidden stories.
    Discover Ireland’s medieval past, religious rivalries, and the legacy of patrons, friars, and local history in this short, engaging historical podcast.



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    4 mins
  • Rosserk Abbey: The Hidden Franciscan Friary on Mayo’s Wild Atlantic Coast

    Rosserk Abbey: The Hidden Franciscan Friary on Mayo’s Wild Atlantic Coast
    Mar 29 2026
    Nestled along the banks of the River Moy near Killala Bay in County Mayo, Rosserk Abbey is one of Ireland’s best-preserved Franciscan friaries.
    Founded in the 15th century by the Joyce family, this remarkable medieval site holds centuries of history—from its unique Third Order Franciscan community to its destruction during the Elizabethan era.


    In this episode of Whispering Stones, we explore the architecture, legends, and quiet beauty of Rosserk Friary, uncovering the story of Saint Searc, the nearby Moyne Abbey, and the enduring spirit of Ireland’s sacred past.



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    3 mins
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