Heritage at our doorstep

ISN’T it ironic that in a world that’s becoming truly ’’global’’ because of the communications revolution, at the same time interest in what’s local seems to be intensifying.

Those of us who went to school many years ago spent much of our time learning about faraway towns and cities in Ireland and further afield, often standing around a large map hanging on the classroom wall while the natural wonders and heritage attractions in our localities were ignored.

All this week, people are going to be out and about in city, town and country enjoying activities under the aegis of National Heritage Week, which is growing in popularity year on year.