Cot, Coracle and Currach – Hidden Treasures

Hidden Treasures is a four-part documentary series examining the history of Irish folklife. The series combines restored 16mm field recordings (produced by the National Museum of Ireland from the 1950s to the 1970s) with contemporary recordings of traditional rural crafts and rituals. These images emphasise the self-sufficiency of rural householders and craft specialists, as they utilise everyday materials to make practical objects for use in their daily lives.

Episode one explores the traditional craft of boat-making in Ireland – from small wicker coracles to sturdy wooden currachs which are still used in parts of Ireland today.

Hidden Treasures is part of The Loopline Collection Volume 2. To view the entire collection, click here.