Andrew Doherty discusses Waterford’s rich maritime legacy
Andrew Doherty & Tom Macsweeney
The newly released second episode of Port of Waterford’s new podcast series (Port of Waterford 1,111) features well-known local historian and author Andrew Doherty, founder of the Tides and Tales project.
The conversation dives into Waterford’s rich maritime legacy, from the bustling quays of old to iconic landmarks like the Spider Light, and into classrooms where Doherty is reviving traditional knowledge for a new generation.
His community-driven work, especially with schools, brings stories of fishing, boat-building, and coastal life vividly to life.
Now in its eleventh year, Tides and Tales has grown into an archive of nearly 300 stories capturing the Southeast’s marine history.
Doherty and podcast host Tom MacSweeney explore the lives of hobblers, the historic salmon weir conflicts, a WWI U-boat incident in Dunmore East, and the enduring cultural significance of Waterford Harbour.
The episode also touches on ongoing efforts to reconnect the city with its river, including the North Quays project and a new pedestrian bridge.
Over the next 6 months, there will be plenty more to come in the series, as 1,111 years of the Port of Waterford is celebrated via the brand new podcast.
To listen and learn more visit PortofWaterford.com
