Big Fat Gypsy Weddings
Explores the lives and traditions of several Irish Traveller families as they prepare to unite their families in marriage.
Cast:Barbara Flynn , Thelma Madine , Paddy Doherty , Roseanne Doherty , Violet-Anne , Bill Watson , Ann Kobayashi , Martin , Danielle Mason
S2.E1 ∙ Diamantes Are Forever
This episode explores the competitive streak that lies behind the now famous gypsy look and the extraordinary sacrifices that are taken to achieve it.
S2.E2 ∙ I Fought the Law
In this episode, Irish Traveller Danielle is determined to live her life in a traditional way and, at just 15, is planning a lavish black pink and bling hen party.
S2.E3 ∙ School of Hard Knocks
As the eldest granddaughter of a family with both Romany gypsy and Irish traveller heritage, 15 year old Santana is expected to follow strict rules for girls and set a good example for her younger family members.
S2.E4 ∙ Love Conquers All
This episode explores further the cultural divide between gypsies and non-gypsies and looks at what happens when the two worlds are thrust together in marriage.
S2.E5 ∙ Reputation Is Everything
For Gypsies and Travellers, a clean family name is crucial, and the consequences of losing it are devastating. After causing a scandal by spending time alone with her boyfriend, Rosanne is rushed up the aisle to save her reputation.
S2.E6 ∙ Out of Site, Out of Mind
In this episode we witness a community at a cross roads, as the battle to preserve the gypsy and traveller way of life intensifies. Will the future tear their culture apart, or do they have a place together in the modern world?
S2.E7 ∙ We Are Family
For generations, traveller celebrations have been a family affair. In this episode we meet the Mcfadyens, a large Irish traveller family in the midst of a series of celebrations.
