Connect with Nature,
Share Her Wisdom
“Listen to the land speak.”
“Everything that exists has a flame inside of it.”
– Manchán Magan
Where Every Forest
Path Tells a Story
Fables, Folklore and Fun
Listen to the landscape, decode its ancient secrets and celebrate its wonder through Irish folklore, mythology and culture. Beautifully located in Gorey, county Wexford, Gallivanting invites you to join us for a fun and fascinating walk or tour to explore your connectedness with Nature. From foraging to forest fairies, you’ll discover how nature has shaped our identity, language, psyche and culture. You’ll learn about Ogham, Pagan lore, Celtic Tree Worship and Nature’s practical healing powers, and share the many gifts of calmness, creativity and joy She brings.
From Forest Foraging to Fairy Folklore
Complete your trip to Ireland with a Gallivanting fun and fascinating nature walk, guided by an authentic ‘Bean Feasa’ – a traditional Irish wise woman. Gallivanting offers an off the tourist trail experience in the beautiful and ancient forestland of Gorey, county Wexford in Ireland. It’s your chance to embrace the beautiful Irish countryside and with every step learn about our history, Celtic Pagan and Viking past and how our deep connection with nature has shaped our culture and identity. Explore your shared ancestry in this place of myth and legend and follow the river as you forage for the fruits of the forest – all just one hour from Dublin and Rosslare Europort.
Be Our Guest
Share the landscape wisdom, the myths and legends of an authentic 8th generation ‘Bean Feasa’ – a traditional Irish wise woman.
At Gallivanting, Lorraine O’Dwyer will guide you on an immersive walk through breathtaking ancient woodland or the sacred Glendalough, following in the footsteps of your ancestors. Learn about Nature’s remedies, from removing a splinter to curing a hangover and writing with Nature’s ink. Forage for wild food, discover the many wild herbs and their uses for teas and tinctures and learn forest survival skills. Hear Pagan stories that celebrate the female power of ancient goddesses and get a new take on the history of this very special place.
Come Gallivanting!
Be Our Guest
Take a wonderful deep dive into Irish history, culture, folklore and foraging in the company of an authentic 8th generation ‘Bean Feasa,’ a traditional wise woman.
At Gallivanting, Lorraine O’Dwyer will guide you on an immersive walk through breathtaking ancient woodland or the sacred Glendalough, Ireland, where you’ll explore nature up close and personal. Breathe in the forest like never before. Learn about the spiritual Pagan significance of our trees and seasons, and the days when Vikings and Celts walked our woods. Delve into herbalism, Nature’s remedies and powers, forage for wild foods and write your name in Nature’s ink and quills used by our Medieval ancestors. We look forward to welcoming you at one Ireland’s most unique visitor attractions.
Come Gallivanting!
What We Offer
Foraging Walks and Tours
Mystical Irish foraging walks through our beautiful ancient woodland. Learn about the myths and legends, practical magic, nature’s culinary secrets and much more. Come with family, come with friends or colleagues and enjoy a fabulous and unique experience.
School and Community Group Tours
Take learning out of the classroom and experience Ireland’s history, culture and geography in a fresh and unique way. Children learn basic foraging skills, a new appreciation of trees and explore how the ‘wood wide web’ works. We welcome all small schools and colleges.
Foraging Walks and Tours
Mystical Irish foraging walks through our beautiful ancient woodland. Learn about the myths and legends, practical magic, nature’s culinary secrets and much more. Come with family, come with friends or with a tour party, and enjoy a fabulous and unique experience.
Storytelling
As a traditional Irish Storyteller and custodian of folk history, Lorraine O’Dwyer weaves tales old and new to your special event or celebration. An unforgettable experience that gives you the true taste of Ireland.
Accommodation
Coming shortly! Check back soon for news about accommodation at Gallivanting – giving you the opportunity to stay in a cosy, tiny house nestled in Lorraine’s own wild, medicinal garden. A stay right at the heart of beautiful nature. You’ll even have your own wood-burning hot tub.
See What Our Visitors Say
See What the Media Says
From tree and herblore to kitchen craft skills and foraged foods, a Gallivanting experience is one of a kind and one of the most unusual things you can do in Ireland.
“I really – I cannot stress this enough – did not think people would want to know about this. I grew up being called a heathen and a bit mad! And here we are in 2023 and people want to know about sunburn cures, about hangover cures, what trees to plant.”
– Irish Times
