22: The 30 Year Anniversary of the Shannon-Erne Waterway

32: The Grand Canal Docks

Turtle recounts the remarkable tale of the rise, fall and resurrection of the vital docks and locks that linked Dublin Port and the River Liffey to the Grand Canal and the inland system beyond.

27: The Ulster Canal

Turtle interviews Brian Cassells about the creation of the Ulster Canal, including its 2024 renaissance in Clones.

31: Towpath Trails of Kildare

Turtle talks with Kildare historian Liam Kenny about the impact of the canals and the River Barrow on the history and lore of county Kildare, which has 120 km of canal side walking routes. Liam tells Turtle about some of the engineering triumphs, architectural legacies and other fascinating anecdotes.

30: The Phoenix

John and Sandra Lefroy talk with Turtle about the Phoenix, their beloved boat, which is moored at the foot of their garden in Killaloe.

29: Yachting on the Waterways

Turtle talks with yachting historian Vincent Delany about the Shannon One Design - Ireland's iconic 18-foot clinker-built racing yachts - and explores their origins, design, as well as colourful yachtsmen from Lord Crofton to Jimmy Furey, and the rich heritage of sailing on the Shannon's lakes.