At the Edge of the AtlanticNotebook No 20October 2024
When the bus tours leave and the cliffs are yours.
Collected by Deborah. Read her editorial perspective
We know this experience firsthand: visiting the Cliffs of Moher after five in the evening. The large bus tours are gone, leaving a remarkable calm in their wake. The visitor centre is indeed closed, but the cliffs themselves remain freely accessible, awaiting your approach.
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Walking south toward Hag's Head at this hour offers an expansive view of the cliff face. The setting sun illuminates your path, and with the light at your back, the rock formations and the ocean beyond come into sharp focus. This improved visibility is a practical advantage for photographers, but it also elevates the experience for any visitor.
This single hour completely transforms Ireland's most famous natural feature into a deeply personal meeting.
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To understand Ireland, stop looking at the castles and start looking at the kitchen table.
From the notebook
Collected notes. A few times each season.