Tour Guides

Liz Gough is a native of Belfast and has worked in education throughout her career. Immersed in oral tradition, tales and literature in her formative years, she has taken her childhood passion for stories into her adult life with her work featuring in books, on TV. and radio. A member Storytellers of Ireland’, Liz has performed at many differing venues both at home and around the world. Building on the commissions she has received and awards in recognition of her work, Liz has established ‘talestotell’ to promote and celebrate the role stories have in our everyday lives, history and identity. Liz’s enthusiasm for the written word will motivate and encourage the budding writers on this course.

Floral design is much more than simply putting flowers into a vase or container, rather it is the art of using plants and flowers to create a pleasing and balanced composition. Janie’s enthusiasm and love of flower arranging has developed into an eagerness to share her passion with others. Her classes and demonstrations are informative, entertaining and above all enjoyable. Janie’s easy manner and amusing tales of her many experiences never fail to delight her audiences and classes.

Born in a rural area of County Down, Bob Curran has held down a number of jobs since leaving school. These include postman, journalist, civil servant, teacher and even grave-digger. Bob has obtained a Doctorate in Educational Psychology and has been heavily involved in community education. He currently lives on the north coast with his wife and family. Bob has written extensively on history and folklore and his work has been translated into a number of languages. His interest in the myths, legends, folklore and history of the Glens and North Antrim will ensure that a tour of this area with Bob as your guide is both informative and rewarding.

Originating from the townland of Cloughcorr in County Antrim, Arthur now resides in Bushmills and since given his first camera at age 11 has followed his passion and interest for photography and the visual arts. Arthurs’ work has featured in editorials and magazines and he has published two books of landscape images. Arthur’s knowledge of North Antrim and the Glens is unsurpassed and his appreciation of the beauty of the landscape in imagery makes him an ideal guide for visitors. Photography has been an obsession for Arthur and his willingness to pass on his knowledge and skills will help bring a visit to this area rich rewards and photographic memories that will be a pleasure to share with friends and family.