Meath Folk Tales

Home to the Hill of Tara, the ancient political capital and enduring spiritual heartland of Ireland, County Meath is steeped in history, myth and legend which is celebrated in this selection of traditional tales from across the county, collected and retold by professional storyteller Richard Marsh. It was in Meath that the famous Battle of Gabhra-Achall, which signalled the end of the Fianna in Ireland, was fought; here that St Patrick defeated Garrawog; here that legendary hero Cúchulainn was said to have been born; and here that the Salmon of Wisdom, by which Fionn mac Cumhaill got his Thumb of Wisdom allowing him to answer any question, was caught. All these stories and more are featured in this collection of tales which will take you on an oral tour across the county. On the way you will meet such Meath characters as Meldrum the Prophet, Collier the Robber and Tom the Buddha, as well as encountering fairies, ghosts, werewolves, giants and much more.