Discover Dingle’s Film Locations and Ancient Trails on Guided Walks

Dingle Film Walks — Guided Film and Heritage Walks on the Dingle Peninsula

Dingle Film Walks offers guided walks around Glanageenty and across the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry. Led by award-winning filmmaker Maurice Galway, the walks combine cinematic history, archaeological sites and dramatic coastal scenery. Visitors can explore film locations, Bronze Age monuments, waterfalls, hidden rivers and wide Atlantic views toward the Blasket Islands.

Key experiences and routes

• Brandon Point to Sauce/Sas Creek (5 hours): Coastal loop beginning and ending at Brandon Point, featuring Atlantic vistas, a river, pools and a waterfall with an option to dip where conditions allow.
• Loch a Dúin (4 hours): A guided walk through ancient landscapes with monuments such as the “Giant’s Grave” and rock art, tracing human activity from the Bronze Age to modern times.
• Dingle Film Walks (3 hours): A curated walk in Dún Chaoin with film-location stops and views of the Blasket Islands, contextualized by cinematic stories from the region.
• Sunset Walk: Dingle Film Walks (2.5 hours): Evening route that highlights locations from Ryan’s Daughter, views of Ceann Sibéal and Clogher Beach, finishing with a warm drink and high-resolution photos on select departures.
• Annascaul lake to Macha na Bò (4.5 hours): Follow an ancient Bronze Age path with views of Beenoskee and Brandon Bay, a leisurely ascent and lunch at an old farmhouse ruin.
• The Sherwood Forest of Munster (3.5 hours): Loop through Glanageenty, the Valley of the Fairies, exploring the site of Desmond Castle and stories tied to Gerald, the last Earl of Desmond.

Why choose Dingle Film Walks

• Authentic local knowledge from a guide with a filmmaking background.
• Blends film-location interpretation with archaeological and natural-history context.
• Range of durations to suit sunset strolls, half-day hikes and full scenic circuits.
• Routes operate on the Dingle Peninsula, with meeting locations depending on each trip.

Practical information

What to expect: scenic coastal headlands, sheltered valleys, archaeological sites and photographic opportunities. Who it's for: adults and travellers seeking interpretive walks focused on film history, landscape and heritage. Timing: walks range from 2.5 to 5 hours. Location base: Glanageenty, County Kerry.

Booking and preparation

• Bookings are seasonal and should be arranged in advance where possible.
• Wear sturdy footwear and layered clothing suitable for Atlantic weather.
• Bring water, a packed lunch for longer routes, and a charged camera or phone for photos.

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