Don’t miss unique events in Ferns during Heritage Week
First up is t ‘Know Your Graveyard’ on Sat, Aug 16th from 12-1.30pm Event 2: Discover 8 Magic Plant of medieval Ferns on Tues, Apr 19th from 12 – 1pm
Both events take place in the historic old graveyard adjacent to St. Edan’s Cathedral, Ferns. They are part of a Conservation Plan being undertaken by Ferns Community Development Association with funding from The Heritage Council. The aim of the Plan is to conserve, maintain and enhance the natural and built heritage of the graveyard. To do this a survey and plan will be put in place by experts in their fields: Barry Lacey, archaeologist, Caroline Gethings, Built Heritage Specialist and Deborah D’Arcy, Ecologist.
The first event on Saturday, August 16th from 12 to 1.30pm: ‘Know Your Graveyard’ is a talk and tour with project team members on the archaeological, historical, biodiversity and built heritage of the graveyard. Talks will be given by Archaeologist Barry Lacey, Ecologist Deborah D’Arcy and Built Heritage Specialist Caroline Gethings. This will be following by a brief talk on Ferns medieval story by Catherine MacPartlin. The Talk & Walk will be followed by a picnic where members of the public are invited to bring a picnic (and a blanket) which can be enjoyed at a Q&A session after the talk and tour.
The second event on Tuesday, August 19th from 12 – 1pm is ‘Discover 8 Magic Plants of medieval Ferns’ led by ‘Bean Feasta’ Lorraine O’Dwyer. This event is ideal for curious kids and their grown ups who love stories, nature and a little bit of mystery.
Medieval Ferns Experience:
Fun and Games for kids (of course adults can join in too) on Friday, August 22nd from 12 to 4pm. Games will include archery, stocks, jousting and the Setanta Challenge. Enjoy the Medieval Ferns Experience – view a short film, take the Inauguration Challenge, try out the sensory area and then watch the kids enjoy the games outside. Adults @ €5pp and children under 12 are free. The Medieval Ferns Experience is a social enterprise, run on a voluntary basis and supported by our local community employment scheme.
Ferns Castle Events:
Ferns Castle will hold a children’s shield making workshop and the tapestry ladies and Ferns Comhaltas will be with there on Sunday the 24th
The Shield Making Workshop from 11am to 1pm Tuesday 19th and Saturday 23rd August
Join the fun at Ferns Castle Visitor Centre for an exciting Gaelic Warrior & Viking Shield-Making Children’s Workshop!
Unleash your inner warrior as you craft your own shield and design a custom sword, inspired by Gaelic and Viking designs. Explore history, get creative, and bring home unique masterpieces.
Perfect for young warriors aged 6-12
All children must be accompanied by an Adult.
Booking Advised
If you need any more information please let me know.
