PIC SHOWS: Sofia Hansson, Tourism Ireland; camera operator Jeremy Smith; producer Samantha Cheney; Moon River skipper Martin; and presenter James Tobin, in Carrick-on-Shannon, ahead of filming for ‘The Great Outdoors’ on the River Shannon.
~ 1 million Australians to see Ireland on screen ~
Filming for an episode of a popular Australian travel TV show called The Great Outdoors is taking place this week at various locations in Ireland, with production supported by Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Tourism NI.
Set to air this summer on the Seven Network, a major TV network in Australia, the special Ireland episode will showcase our fantastic outdoor experiences, breathtaking landscapes and warm hospitality to an audience of around 1 million viewers across Australia.
The TV crew – including Australian TV presenter James Tobin – has been filming at numerous locations such as Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, Kilronan Castle and on the River Shannon. The crew have also been capturing footage at Sligo Oyster Experience, Coney Island, Strandhill, Gleniff Horseshoe, VOYA Seaweed Baths and Atlantic Sheepdogs. Their itinerary includes a golf lesson at Ardglass Golf Club, e-biking in Castlewellan Forest Park, dry-stone walling in the Mourne Mountains and a hike from Rostrevor to Killowen Distillery.
Sofia Hansson, Tourism Ireland’s Manager for Australia and New Zealand, said: “Tourism Ireland was delighted to invite Australian TV presenter James Tobin and The Great Outdoors crew to come and film on our beautiful island. It’s a wonderful opportunity to highlight our fantastic outdoor activities and spectacular scenery to around 1 million Australians, inspiring them to come and experience the destination for themselves.”
