From Foraging
to Folklore

Book Tour

Embrace A World of Woodland Wonder

Feel the energy and connect with nature. Share a tapestry of ancient stories as you learn about druid lore, our Pagan past, and feast off the fruits of the forest sprinkled with a little witch magic. With Gallivanting you’ve truly found one of the most unique and enriching experiences in Ireland.

An 8th generation ‘Bean Feasa’ or traditional wise woman, and a folklorist, Lorraine O’Dwyer invites you to explore the roots of our beautiful natural world – literally.

Whether you choose to journey with her through the sacred trees and taste wild food as you go or sit with her by the fire to hear Pagan stories of old – you’ll follow the footsteps of your ancestors and reconnect to your beginnings. And from learning about the healing power of herbs to taking a seasonal farm tour – you’ll find authenticity and a sense of calm in a hurried world.

Come Gallivanting!

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What We Offer

Hands full of foraged goods from foraging walks and tours

Walks and Tours

Mystical, magical, Irish foraging walks full of fable and folklore.

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Lorraine O Dwyer host of workshops on traditional home skills, paganism and hedge medicine

Workshops

Small intimate sessions introducing you to traditional home skills, hedge medicine, Irish Celtic Paganism and more.

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Lorrain O Dwyer holding flowering plants

Storytelling

As a traditional Irish Storyteller and custodian of folk history – Lorraine O’Dwyer weaves tales old and new to add something different to your special event.

Enjoy our Stories

Unique Experiences in Ireland

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

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A Word From Our Visitors

“I absolutely loved every minute of getting lost in the woods with Lorraine. Her knowledge of plants and the secrets of trees blew my mind. Can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday morning.”
Caroline Murphy, March 2024
“Lorraine has a wealth of knowledge about Courtown woods, Brehon Laws, trees and wild plants, as well as old Irish religious beliefs and superstitions. She led us through the woods, above and beside the river, stopping at intervals to talk with lively enthusiasm about all of this. I would definitely go again and recommend it to others.” 
Fiona Kelty, October 2023
“Lorraine from Gallivanting was a brilliant guide around Glendalough on this rainy, misty day. The atmosphere was set for stories of the Tuatha Dé Dannan, one of Irelands ancient tribes, and Irish Goddesses, including Eriu and Macha. The walk is interspersed with interesting activities for all ages and additional information about Irish folklore. Highly recommended.” 
Aoife Hickey, March 2024