Episodes

The Irish in the UK-Episode 234- The McGuire family, Oliver King Foundation and Cowboy Larry

This week, we’re in Manchester for traditional Irish music & dance and then in Liverpool to hear about the tragic death of 12-year-old Oliver King, and how his dad, Mark, created a life-saving Foundation from the loss of his son. In Part 1, we meet JeanLouise McGuire who is a multi-talented musician. All her children […]

The Irish in the UK-Episode 233- The Kerry Association annual dinner-dance in London

This week, we’re in London for the annual Kerry Association dinner-dance. The fun had to stop last year, but now they’re up and running! Dáithí Ó Sé of RTE’s “Today” programme hosts the evening along with strong committee of the Association. The Kerry Association has a long history of charity fundraising and this year is […]

The Irish in the UK-Ep 232- The Luton Mayo Association celebrates their 27th annual dinner dance.

This week, we’re in Luton at the Mayo Association’s 27th annual dinner dance. The pandemic prevented last year’s event but this year, friends and family all come together for a fantastic night of food, fun, music and dance. We also remember those that have passed over the last few years. Helen Dixon was a dynamic […]

Episode 231 The Embassy of Ireland in London, Daniel Coyle, Head Teacher and Marian Waldron singing!

This week, we’re at the Embassy for Ireland in London for some big announcements, then onto Newman Catholic College to meet the Head teacher, Daniel Coyle and Marian Waldron sings for us. In Part 1… Colm Brophy TD, Minister of State for Overseas Development Aid and the Diaspora unveils a big spending grant from the […]

The Irish in the UK – Ep 230. Gary Cunningham celebrates his 50th and Coventry becomes the “City of Languages”

This week, we’re at the Irish Centre in Liverpool celebrating the birthday of Gary Cunnigham and then on to Coventry as it becomes the “City of Languages” In Part 1… Gary Cunningham is very well known in Liverpool for his great work within the community. Friends join him from far and wide to celebrate his […]

The Irish in the UK – Ep 229 – New Irish Consulate in Manchester and the Brian Boru Club!

This week, we’re at the brand new Irish Consulate in Manchester and then on to the Brian Boru Irish Club, Ashton-in-Makerfield. In Part 1… The opening of the new Irish Consulate in Manchester cements the strong social and trade relationships between the North of England and Ireland. We meet Simon Coveney, Irish Minister for Foreign […]

The Irish in the UK – Ep 228 – Fiddler of London! We see the amazing performances of Fiddlers from around the world!

This week, we pay a visit to the Irish Cultural Centre in Hammersmith London. In 2019, the world of Eilish Byrne-Whelehan was turned upside down with the sudden death of her husband Justin. Together they had planned to re-instate “The Fiddler of London” and now this dream has been made a reality. Hundreds of fiddle […]

The Irish in the UK – Ep 227 – Danny Tim O Sullivan becomes a Freeman of the City of London!

This week on The Irish in the UK TV… In this two part special, we meet Danny Tim O Sullivan, his family, colleagues and friends for a celebration of becoming a Freeman of the City of London. Danny left Ireland in 1971 and through hard work and a supporting family, worked his way up, ultimately […]

The Irish in the UK – Episode 226 – We talk to Wendy & Colin Parry about loss and reconciliation

This week on The Irish in the UK TV… In March 1993, two bombs concealed in litter bins exploded in the centre of Warrington. 56 people were injured and two children, Jonathan Ball and Tim Parry, were killed. We talk to Tim’s parents, Wendy and Colin Parry. Together, out of the tragedy, they founded the […]

The Irish in the UK- 225- Ged Graham’s new musical, ‘Coming Home for Christmas’ and Derek Ryan sings

This week on The Irish in the UK TV, we talk to Ged Graham. He’s the writer and director of “Seven Drunken Nights”, the Dubliners themed musical. He has a new musical, “Coming Home for Christmas” which tours soon. Jim Conway, a farmer and sheep dog trainer celebrates his 90th birthday and May Lilley talks […]