Share your stories all about Wicklow town Support line
YOUNG people are invited by the Wicklow Town Team to share their stories as part of the development of a new heritage trail.
A joint initiative with Wicklow County Council and Wicklow Municipal District, the heritage trail will include various points of interest around town, with each having an audio/ visual QR link.
The Town Team is inviting students aged between six and 18 to record a short one to two-minute podcast or video telling the story in their own words of the history of their chosen site. Most phones have voice and video recorders, which means making your own video or podcast at home is easier than ever. For younger children this may mean using a parent’s phone and enlisting their help or supervision.
The Town Team are looking for stories on St Patrick’s Church, the Abbey Grounds, Captain Robert Halpin, the Town Hall and Market Square, Billy Byrne, Black Castle, Travelahawk Beach and St Patrick, Barrow Green and Wicklow Gaol. Observe social distancing guidelines at all times.
Each entry is to be submitted by email to wicklowheritage@gmail.com by Friday, June 5, at 5 p.m., with ‘Wicklow Heritage Stories’ the subject.
ALONE has launched a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to the outbreak of Covid-19.
Professional staff are available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., by calling 0818 222 024.
Hours may be extended to meet the demand.