By Dan Walsh Busy week of heritage celebration across Co. Wexford in the coming days, but booking is open for the Heritage Week Lecture and Garden Tour at Monksgrange, near Rathnure, Enniscorthy, which takes place on Saturday, August 24th from 2-5pm. The programme is as follows; 2pm; Doors open 2.30pm; Jeremy Hill reviews the Farmleigh Gallery photographicContinue reading “Lecture and Garden Tour at Monksgrange”
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Ballycross Apple Farm closed to the public
By Dan Walsh The ever-popular Ballycross Apple Farm in Bridgetown, south Wexford, has announced its decision to close its doors to the public this week. The farm was open over weekends for visitors up to six months of the year from May to December, with a particular festive atmosphere around Halloween, where visitors could comeContinue reading “Ballycross Apple Farm closed to the public”
Looking forward to Heritage Week in Ballymurn
By Dan Walsh We will all be hearing lots about Heritage Week in the coming days as the annual event swings into place and there is so much to look out for, but one event with the ‘not to be missed’ tag happens in Ballymurn Hall at 6.45pm next Wednesday where the Ballymurn Heritage GroupContinue reading “Looking forward to Heritage Week in Ballymurn”
“One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town
By Dan Walsh in Wexford town Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town has been described as “one of the great Fleadh’s of all time” and is universally acclaimed by visitors and locals alike as an outstanding success after more than 600,000 visitors filled the streets over the week-long celebration and injected €60 million intoContinue reading ““One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town”
Over 5,500 musicians chase Fleadh trophies
By Dan Walsh Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann launches into a weekend jam-packed with music and competitions, celebrating a diverse array of performers. Over the next three days, an estimated 5,500 musicians across 250 competitions will compete for a much sought-after trophy. On Sunday, the Senior Céilí Band Competition will take centre stage at theContinue reading “Over 5,500 musicians chase Fleadh trophies”
Samaritans to support revellers at the Fleadh
By Dan Walsh Volunteers from Samaritans will support revellers at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town this weekend, offering emotional support to those in need or struggling to cope. Thousands of people are expected to join the celebrations over the coming days, but for some the weekend may be challenging. Samaritans Festival Branch willContinue reading “Samaritans to support revellers at the Fleadh”
Gap Arts Festival 2024 opens in Gorey
By Dan Walsh The 14th annual Gap Arts Festival opened in Ballythomas, Gorey, last night (Thursday) and continues over the weekend. It presents a mix of theatre, photography, poetry, dance, drama, painting, puppetry, filmmaking and storytelling workshops. And audiences are welcome. “Thanks to great audience support this year this theatrical festival will be extended toContinue reading “Gap Arts Festival 2024 opens in Gorey”
2,516 tin whistles shatter the world record
By Dan Walsh at Chadwicks Wexford Park History was made today at Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town as 2,516 musicians shattered the Guinness World Record for the most tin whistles played simultaneously. The successful record-breaking attempt took place at Chadwicks Wexford Park GAA Stadium this afternoon. Tunes played were The Boys of Wexford andContinue reading “2,516 tin whistles shatter the world record”
Gainford in tune on ‘Jazzy Matty’ at Wexford Fleadh races
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Races Caim, Enniscorthy jockey Jordan Gainford scored his third winner of the week at his local track in Wexford this evening when partnering Jazzy Matty (14/1) to success in the Traynors of Wexford Beginners Chase and the five-year-old gelding was winning for the first time since taking the Fred WinterContinue reading “Gainford in tune on ‘Jazzy Matty’ at Wexford Fleadh races”
Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!
By Dan Walsh at the Fleadh in Wexford Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is in full swing on Day 3 (Tuesday) with a vibrant array of music, lectures, exhibitions, walking tours, award ceremonies, youth sessions, and more! Among a schedule jam-packed with diverse events and experiences, here are two highlights to look forward to thisContinue reading “Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!”
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