Rope Thatch Mentorship Scheme Launched in ‍Donegal ​to‌ Preserve Heritage Skill

Letterkenny, Ireland⁣ – Donegal County Council has initiated a groundbreaking rope thatch mentorship ⁤scheme, a first-of-its-kind program​ in ⁣Ireland aimed‍ at​ safeguarding a rapidly disappearing traditional ‍building technique. The scheme pairs a budding craftsperson ​with a master‍ thatcher, providing hands-on training⁢ and⁣ ensuring the continuation of this⁢ unique cultural heritage.

The Mentorship Program

David McFerran ⁤has been selected‍ as the inaugural mentee, and will spend the next six months