Sir, – In a column this week recommeding a BBC Radio Four progamme, Open Country, it was stated Oxfordshire is said to have inspired CS Lewis in creating his Narnia stories.
As a native of Carlingford Lough I must state our rightful claim to this honour. Lewis wrote, “I have seen landscapes, notably in the Mourne mountains and southwards which under a particular light made me feel that at any moment a giant might raise his head over the next ridge. I yearn to see County Down in the snow, one almost expects to see a march of dwarfs dashing past. How I long to break into a world where such things were true.”
To this end, a Narnia Trail opened in Kilbroney Park, Rostrevor last year, something that is well worth a visit. – Le meas, CORMAC MAC CATHMHAOIL Warrenpoint, Co Down.