A new book titled Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys, by Tipperary-born author John G O'Dwyer, was launched last week in Cabragh Wetlands, Thurles. Accompanied by detailed maps and photographs of the stunning landscape along the pilgrim paths of Ireland, this is an ideal collection for walkers wishing to explore Ireland’s deep heritage. According to the author: “The new book is aimed to act as a complete resource for Irish people and overseas visitors wishing to discover the rich history of Ireland’s ancient pilgrim trails.” Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys is available from bookshops nationwide and from its publishers at www.currachbooks.com. Pictured: Attending the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys in Cabragh were: (L to R), John Coffey, Nodstown, Cashel; Mary Ryan, Nodstown, Cashel; Helen O'Dwyer, Boherlahan; Willie Joe Dwyer, Ballytarsna, Cashel; John G O'Dwyer, author; Eleanor Dwyer, Ballytarsna, Cashel and Fr Joe Egan, retired PP Boherlahan. READ MORE: LIVE: Tipperary motorists alerted to early morning incident on busy motorwayplaceholder image
A new book titled Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys, by Tipperary-born author John G O'Dwyer, was launched last week in Cabragh Wetlands, Thurles. Accompanied by detailed maps and photographs of the stunning landscape along the pilgrim paths of Ireland, this is an ideal collection for walkers wishing to explore Ireland’s deep heritage. According to the author: “The new book is aimed to act as a complete resource for Irish people and overseas visitors wishing to discover the rich history of Ireland’s ancient pilgrim trails.” Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys is available from bookshops nationwide and from its publishers at www.currachbooks.com. Pictured: Attending the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys in Cabragh were: (L to R), John Coffey, Nodstown, Cashel; Mary Ryan, Nodstown, Cashel; Helen O'Dwyer, Boherlahan; Willie Joe Dwyer, Ballytarsna, Cashel; John G O'Dwyer, author; Eleanor Dwyer, Ballytarsna, Cashel and Fr Joe Egan, retired PP Boherlahan. READ MORE: LIVE: Tipperary motorists alerted to early morning incident on busy motorway

PICTURES: Tipperary author launches new book on Irish pilgrim journeys

By Reporter
Published 2nd Apr 2025, 12:26 GMT

John G O'Dwyer held his launch event in Cabragh Wetlands

Pictured at the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys were: Eileen O'Leary (Camino Society), keynote speaker; John G O'Dwyer, author and Grainne Moynihan (Chair of St Declan's Way), who launched the book.

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Pictured at the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys were: Eileen O'Leary (Camino Society), keynote speaker; John G O'Dwyer, author and Grainne Moynihan (Chair of St Declan's Way), who launched the book.

Grainne Moynihan of St Declan's Way launching Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys.

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Grainne Moynihan of St Declan's Way launching Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys.

Attending the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys in Cabragh Wetlands were Helen Connolly, of the Irish Search and Rescue Dogs Association (SARDA) along with search dog Rosie; Eileen O’Leary (Camino Society) who was the keynote speaker on the night; Winnie Flynn (SARDA) with search dog Flame and John G O'Dwyer, author.

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Attending the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys in Cabragh Wetlands were Helen Connolly, of the Irish Search and Rescue Dogs Association (SARDA) along with search dog Rosie; Eileen O’Leary (Camino Society) who was the keynote speaker on the night; Winnie Flynn (SARDA) with search dog Flame and John G O'Dwyer, author.

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