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Welcome to the July-August edition of Heritage Island News!
This 'Summer Special' edition brings you a variety of events around Ireland to suit all the
family. So whether you fancy a Mad Hatter's Tea Party at the Palace Stables Heritage Centre, a spot of Shakespeare theatre at Avondale
House & Forest Park, or an evening of Summer Proms in the Iveagh Gardens with the National Concert Hall, there's sure to be an event to excite
you.
For the best of Ireland's heritage and culture read on!
On a final note, this is my last edition as editor of Heritage Island News as I will shortly be moving on
to pastures new. It has been wonderful to be involved with Ireland's culture and heritage and I would like to thank in particular all
those who have given their comments and feedback on recent editions.
With best wishes,
Miriam Somers, Editor
Heritage Island News
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New face at Heritage Island!
Ruairi Lehmann has joined Heritage Island as marketing assistant. Ruairi is a Tourism Marketing graduate of
the Dublin Institute of Technology and previously worked with us for six months as part of his college placement. We are delighted to
welcome Ruairi to the Heritage Island team.
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Featured Centre: Tower Museum
Tower Museum in Derry hosts two major historical exhibitions - the Story of Derry and An Armada Shipwreck -
La Trinidad Valencera. A £3.2 million investment and three years of refurbishment was formally acknowledged...
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Shakespeare & Synge at Avondale House & Forest Park
Sunday 15th July Chapterhouse Theatre Company return once more with an open air garden
theatre night performing 'As you like it' by William Shakespeare...
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Royal Visit marks Belleek Pottery's 150th Anniversary
Celebrations
Belleek Pottery was delighted to welcome His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales on a historic visit in May to mark
the company’s 150th Anniversary celebrations.
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Events at Enniskillen Castle Museums
Enjoy a celebration of contemporary Celtic culture at Enniskillen Castle Museums over the summer
months. For this and other events...
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more>>>
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Summer Proms with National Concert Hall
The National Concert Hall presents Summer Proms in Iveagh Gardens on Sunday 22nd July at
7:30pm. Celebrate all that is Broadway with the internationally renowned singer Colm Wilkinson.
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Summer Events at Castle Ward
Join the fun at Castle Ward from July to August 10 when the National Trust will host Children’s
Summer Day Camps; or why not sample the Speciality Market and July Jazz Series.
Read more>>>
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Summer Nights at King John's Castle
From the 20th-22nd July, King John’s Castle will play host to a myriad of cultural, theatrical and musical performances. The
event promises to create an electrifying yet enchanting atmosphere in unique surroundings. Read more>>> |
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New exhibit complex opened at Ulster Folk & Transport Museum
A new exhibit complex built around a 1920s Silent Cinema was opened recently at the Ulster Folk and Transport
Museum. The £1.2 million project features the cinema from Gilford, County Down.
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All that Jazz at Castle Coole
Make a date in the special treat section of your diary to enjoy the Jazz Bands playing in the
National Trust’s stunning grounds at Castle Coole on Sunday 5th August, from 3pm to 5pm.
Read more>>>
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Dalkey Castle Living History
Do you know where the terms: Brace yourself; Rule of thumb; Keeping Tabs; The Butt (of a joke); A Bolt from the
Blue; Picking a Quarrel and the infamous two-fingered V-sign originated?
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Enjoy A Special Summer at Down County Museum
This Summer why not take the family on an unforgettable trip through time to explore 9000 years of history in spectacular new
exhibitions packed with hands-on features at Down County Museum.
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Recipe - Kinsale Arts Week
1 famed gourmet town, 30 hours of music,
20 sculptures, 7 authors, 5 poets, 8 theatre shows.
Sprinkle with
sunshine as needed, stir in a picturesque harbour bobbing with boats and mix vigorously.
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Armagh County Museum - Summer Exhibition
The Armagh Art Club Summer Exhibition taking place from
1st July to 31st August is an annual event that has been taking place at the museum for over 40 years.
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Geopark Summer Fun at Marble Arch Caves
So far this year we’ve had our walks, talks, fossil fun days and even a Landrover Track Tour in
Cuilcagh Mountain Park and the celebrations for European Geoparks Week continued well into June this year.
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A Rare Treat at Fota House & Gardens
Even the rain could not dampen the enthusiasm of gardening aficionados, both professional and amateur who attended
this celebration of nature's wonders at Fota House & Gardens.
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W5 On a Roll
Two awards in two weeks - W5 is adding to the already impressive list of accolades for Ireland's only science and discovery centre by scooping its
first ever All Ireland award.
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New Spot for Coffee in the Heart of the City
A brand new public square, called Barnardo's Plaza, has opened in Dublin City right outside City Hall's door and Douglas and
Kaldi, the café at Dublin's City Hall, now has an extensive outdoor seating area.
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Mad Hatter's Tea Party at the Palace Stables Heritage Centre
Don't be late for a very important date!
Join in the fun at our first ever Mad Hatter's Tea Party - games,
crafts and fun for everyone.
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Aillwee Cave wins prestigious international Best Brochure Award
A tourist brochure for North Clare's Aillwee Cave distinguished itself in an international business forum when it
was selected from over 160,000 entrants in the prestigious Best Brochure Awards.
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Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland
On your
next trip to Ireland – consider the many excellent Tourist Board Approved Holiday Hostels, with private, ensuite, family and dorm rooms
available at many of the Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland.
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