Films and Videos

A short animation made by Hazel Hurley. It gives an overview of Irish Travellers, their culture and identity.

Runtime: 4min 50sec

This film presents a unique look into a rarely seen, and slowly vanishing, part of the contemporary Traveller lifestyle – the racing and husbandry of horses by the boys and men of the Spring Lane halting site. Directed by Noel Twomey, "Tales of the…

A short film produced by Go Productions for TVG. The film focuses on a group of young Traveller boys making a bicycle.

Short film mapping the network of 24 traditional Traveller camp sites in and around Cork city from nomadic times

Beady Pockets (2021) features Traveller grandmother Kathleen Keenan sharing her memories about a traditional Traveller women's craft with her granddaughter. A beady pocket was a traditional bag worn by Traveller women and decorated with beads and…

Made by Cork Traveller Women's Network with the Department of Folklore at UCC, supported by the Heritage Council of Ireland. This short film features older Travellers reminiscing about life on the road and the importance of preserving community…