Northern Ireland National Trust properties to feature on RTE series
NI National Trust properties are set to feature on a TV series going behind the scene of historical interior restorations around Ireland.
Back for a third series on RTE One, Great Irish Interiors, will feature Castle Ward, Florence Court and Mount Stewart - each with their own dedicated programme.
Viewers will follow the teams as they endeavour to return the interiors of these iconic houses and castles to the condition and style they were in at the height of their glory.
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A Tourism NI statement said: "In the brand new show, Moondance Productions has been granted exclusive access to chart a number of historical interior restorations, through the eyes of those involved.
"Now entering its longest season yet with an eight-episode run, Great Irish Interiors has broadened its horizons to include some incredibly stunning National Trust properties in Northern Ireland for the first time."
Fiona Cunningham (ROI Market Manager) added: "Northern Ireland has an amazing collection of historic houses and we are delighted to showcase the splendour of these National Trust properties in this RTE series.
"Visitors will learn about their distinctive architecture, hear stories about the families who lived in them, experience their stately grandeur and explore inspiring and unusual gardens."
The first episode for NI, Castle Ward, airs on Thursday, September 19 at 9pm on RTE 1 and will be followed by Florence Court on October 10 and Mount Stewart on October 24.
A statement added: "Castle Ward perches on the southern shores of Strangford Lough in County Down. Built in the 1760s by Bernard Ward and his wife Lady Anne Ward, the house is famous for its dual architecture and one of Ireland's biggest ornamental canals. The entrance side of the house is done in a classical Palladian style, while the opposite side is of the Georgian gothic style, and this precedent is apparent throughout the house.
"Though Lady Ann left soon after the house was complete, Collections and House Manager Kris Reid has tracked down a portrait of her to return her presence to the house. While he organises the purchase, the rest of the team unboxes a mid-1800s military uniform for display and meets with locals who lived alongside the last residents."
For more information on Historic Houses in Northern Ireland visit discovernorthernireland.com.
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