Moving West TV series will showcase County Mayo

FOLLOWING a hugely successful first season, Moving West is back for a second series on TG4 this January.

Shot against the backdrop of the unique natural beauty and culture of the west, the series puts a spotlight on Donegal, Sligo, Mayo, Galway and Kerry, with a special episode on the islands.

It follows the lives of individuals and families who have moved or are in the process of moving to a new home along the Atlantic coast.

The show is produced by Dundara Television & Media in association with the Western Development Commission.

Presented by Mary Kennedy, the six-part series sets out to help viewers discover a genuine message, that life, and in particular your career, won’t take a step back if you are considering a move west. In a relaxed, entertaining, and informal fashion, each episode explores the many opportunities that the region has to offer.

The first episode begins on TG4 on Wednesday, January 11, at 8.30 p.m. and will be in Sligo, followed by Mayo on January 18.

Alongside the global career opportunities, the series showcases the lifestyle on offer, the outdoor amenities, the food culture and quality of life as it follows families on their relocation journeys and take a peek behind the curtains of the counties, the local communities and those driving the west into the future.

Interim CEO of the Western Development Commission, Allan Mulrooney, said: “Season one of Moving West was a huge success. The feedback we received from across Ireland and all over the world was incredible.

“We heard from diaspora, those thinking of making a move back and many with no links to the region who were inspired to look further. In this series we gain access to some of the large multinationals employing thousands of people across the region in IT, engineering, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.”

Said presenter Mary Kennedy: “It has been a very satisfying and uplifting experience to once again work on Moving West. It’s a series showcasing the stunning west of Ireland, but showcasing us in a way that, as well as the beauty of the landscape, that it is a wonderfully viable place to work and raise a family.

“We’ve come to realise over the last couple of years that having an invigorating and relaxed lifestyle in addition to a sense of community is so important. I think people will be enchanted by the stories and celebrate the sense of community and business acumen of the movers, whether that be in a small business or a multinational.”