Mountains and the Irish: A Forgotten Heritage - Mountaineering with Kevin Higgins

Irish people have climbed mountains at home and around the world over the centuries. Most of their exploits and their accomplishments are forgotten, ignored or included in the achievements of other nations. Here we look at how Ireland holds an important place in the heritage of the sport of mountaineering.

Kevin has a longstanding practical interest in the history of Irish mountaineering and has trekked in the footsteps of a number of the figures involved.