20th September 2023
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Documentary filmed about the inaugural Race Around Ireland
By - Richard - 21st September 2009
We have just finished filming an exclusive documentary about the very first Race Around Ireland.
The cycling race is a time trial consisting of 1350 miles of open roads, passing some of Ireland’s most famous landmarks. The race is officially recognised as the world’s second longest cycling endurance event after the legendary Race Across America.
About the Author
Richard Nicholls - Managing Director
Before launching Swift Films, Richard worked as a broadcast TV director and editor, working on programmes for the BBC, ITV and Sky.
A multi-skilled and technically-minded filmmaker, Richard is equally at home coming up with creative concepts as he is on location filming or pulling footage together in the edit suite.
Richard is a member of Independent Producers Scotland and has a love of cats, football, chocolate and Film Noir (in that order).