At several points in the show, producers highlight the fact that rituals are still held to honor the ancient ways, Gods and historic sites. Owl Grove performing Lughnasadh Ritual During the show, the Owl Grove is performing its Lughnasadh ritual as an example of how modern day Pagans still honor the ancient Irish God – Lugh. So by the time the day arrived they we were all on very good terms with each other.” We met with and had several conversations with the production team prior to the filming.

The Arch Druid of Owl Grove, Mel Lloyd agreed saying, “The filming was exhilarating and very interesting for us all. The whole experience was very positive for everyone involved. Later filming recommenced and parts of our ritual were filmed again from within the circle with our consent. Once the ritual had ended the Grove gathered to share food and drink. They respected that by filming the whole ritual from outside the circle and being very unobtrusive. We explained … that we worked within a sacred space. spent time with us, asked questions to further understand our beliefs and were respectful of the way that we work. Member Jane Brideson describes the experience: The show also includes interviews with modern Pagans, including footage of an authentic Lughnasadh ritual performed by the Owl Grove, a Druidic group from Rosenallis, County Laois.

Jenny Butler whose work is focused, in part, on connections between ancient beliefs and modern day Paganism in Ireland. It moves smoothly between these images, live-event footage, dramatizations, and interviews with a variety of academic experts including scientists and historians. The program includes striking aerial images of cairns, dolmens, stone circles and temple mounds.

The Sacred Sites’ pilot focuses on Ireland and tells the tale and progression of religious experience through its sacred sites. Beaghmore Stone Circle Writer and researcher David Ryan said, “Director Stephen Rooke and I, along with the rest of the creative staff in Tile Films, have a strong personal interest in history, archaeology, religion … It’s the reason why we do this work in the first place.” Tile Films has produced other successful documentary series focusing on religion and history such as The Lost Gods.

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