Chapter 4: Winter

As snow falls, the Foyle becomes a winter wonderland. Stonemasons are repairing the historic city walls. At Brook Hall the ancient oak tree stands firm despite the stormy conditions.

Shifting tides of Lough Foyle often reveal hidden treasures, metal detectorist Andy spends hours searching digging for pieces of hidden history.

Winter’s fallen stems across parks provide the perfect materials for foragers Thom and Basha who are preparing for a sustainable winter wreath workshop at Repair and Share Foyle.

In the heart of the city, Liz’s suburban garden is her paradise, as well as an unexpected sanctuary for wild birds.

At Foyle Hospice, Dr Colum and his daughter Katie are planting new bulbs at the new family healing hearts space. As Christmas approaches, it’s a time of remembrance with the hospice tree lighting ceremony.

In Your Space, circus performer Luke brings his mesmerizing magic to the Christmas festival.

When temperatures drop, bird lover Liz ensures the city pigeons are well fed. Weather conditions are harsh in the Magilligan Prison Tree nursery, but it doesn’t stop inmate Clive and nursery manager Aisling from essential work.

Snowfall brings a sense of fairytale to Muff Glen Forest, conservation officer Aaron enjoys the red squirrels swinging in the treetops before using the landscape as his own playground with a cold sea dip at Benone beach.

The Arctic conditions don’t prevent city centre warden Garvin from walking the walls, ensuring that the Derry walls stay safe and open for visitors to enjoy.

As the year ends, the people of Foyle stay close to home and reflect, while in nature the cycle of the seasons begins again.