Veteran broadcaster Charlie Bird made a much welcomed and heart-warming visit to Glenamaddy Community School on Thursday 3rd March 2022. Charlie’s visit came as part of his preparations ahead of his Croagh Patrick climb in April. Along with his wife Claire and Tiger the dog, Charlie was treated to a lively and enthusiastic session of traditional Irish music in the school’s amphitheatre. Charlie then was invited to the convent house for a cup of tea and some local hospitality. The renowned broadcaster also walked Frass Greenway with Fr. Paddy and many local walkers. This proved to be no bother to Charlie as he keeps fit and active by walking up to 10km a day.

Charlie has lifted the spirits of the country with his stirring efforts to raise money for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association and Pieta. We wish Charlie the very best as he continues his tour of Ireland in the coming weeks. We also thank him for the hope and inspiration he has brought to so many people since he set out on his journey to share his story following his terminal diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease.

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