Upcoming events in the Ring of Gullion

Feeding your Senses in the Ring of Gullion 2018

Event takes place on April 21, 2018 until November 10, 2018

Interested in a sensory, historical and storytelling experience through the gentle slopes of Feede Mountain, Jonesborough? Then join experienced local guide Verona and meditation facilitator Ann as they develop your appreciation and awareness of nature walking and listening to stories of the mighty warriors Cú Chulainn and Fionn Mac Cumhaill.

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Big Spring Clean of Daisy Hill Wood

Event takes place on May 26, 2018

Team up with Newry, Mourne & Down District Council and the Ring of Gullion Landscape Partnership to give Daisy Hill Wood, Newry a Big Spring Clean.

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Mindful Walk and Evening Birdsong

Event takes place on May 31, 2018

Take time out to enjoy a gentle, sensory, nature walk experience with Ann Ward in the beautiful woodlands at Derrymore House.This will be an opportunity to quietly connect with nature and see and hear the wonderful wildlife of this old parkland.

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Historical Coach Tours in the Ring of Gullion 2018

Event takes place on June 2, 2018 until September 15, 2018

A fully guided coach tour taking in the most impressive sights and monuments the Ring of Gullion has to offer.

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The Magical Mountain Tour!

Event takes place on June 17, 2018

Join us for a Father's Day with a difference. Come along on an epic walking tour that will take you on a magical journey, following the Footsteps of the Celts, back through time as we discover the highlights of the mystical Slieve Gullion mountain and its surrounds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

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Celtic Footsteps of Moninne

Event takes place on July 6, 2018

Walk in the sacred footsteps of Moninne on her pattern day 6th July. In 450 Monnine also known as Blinne founded a church at the foot of Slieve Gullion. Moninne was one of the first female Irish Saints. Join this special mindful walk with guided by Ann Ward and featuring the music of Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Lúnasa… Bringing it on!

Event takes place on July 28, 2018

Lúnasa announces the beginning of the grain harvest and was recognised as a time for matchmaking. These were days of rent paying and stock taking but also days of pausing, merriment, reflecting and exploring what needs to be done in the coming period. You are invited to come along and enter into a pausing space, a space to reflect and discover what personal gifts need harvesting over the coming season. You will learn how the seasonal cycles can support you in life. This day will appeal to those who are interested in exploring inner sacred spaces through the ancient wisdom of cycles.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Celtic Footsteps of Killeavy

Event takes place on August 4, 2018

Walk in the footsteps of the Celts & visit the sacred sites of Killeavy Old Churches & St Moninna’s Well, with local meditation coach and tour guide, Ann. Begin your meditative journey of discovery in Ann's quirky World War II hut, with a guided meditation before embarking on a gentle guided walk through ancient Celtic sites, learning about healing herbs and local history.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Zombie Apocalypse Survival Training

Event takes place on August 4, 2018 until August 25, 2018

Do you have what it takes to survive a Zombie Apocalypse? If not, come along to our Zombie Apocalypse Survival session to learn some basic survival and bush craft skills from out survival expert. This event is aimed at young people and adults; under-16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Serendipitous Session

Event takes place on August 6, 2018

Bring a picnic to the wonderful Giants Lair any lunch time this week and have the added magic of hidden musicians serenading you from surprising places.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Monday Memories: Hidden History of Derrymore

Event takes place on August 6, 2018

Join the National Trust's archaeologist, Malachy Conway, for an evening of discovery, looking at the ancient and historic features of the National Trust property at Derrymore House and its neighbouring landscape. The event is quite informal and there will be opportunity to ask questions and share stories.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Wild Wednesdays: Pond Dipping

Event takes place on August 8, 2018

Have fun pond dipping and discover the secrets that lie beneath the surface of the Slieve Gullion Courtyard pond. Water scorpions, frogs, newts and much, much more.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Wisdom from our Collective Mythology

Event takes place on August 8, 2018

Join us in Crossmaglen library to hear local man, Réamonn Ó Ciaráin, tell the story of the great warrior Cú Chulainn and other mythological heroes. The story of Cú Chulainn dates back to the 7th century AD but still dominates the mythological and imaginative landscape of Ireland.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Gap o’ the North Walk

Event takes place on August 9, 2018

Develop a fascinating and humorous insight into both the spiritual and historical history of the Ring of Gullion during the 1600s along the Gap O' the North trail. This historical walk visiting ancient and current monuments will be led by Venora, a Ring of Gullion Ambassador and Seamus, a local historian.

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Lúnasa Festival 2018 – Charity Cinema Night: Dancing at Lughnasa (1998)

Event takes place on August 10, 2018

Celebrate Lúnasa by stepping back in time during this immersive cinema experience.

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Celebrating the life of a Nissen hut

Event takes place on September 9, 2018

This is an opportunity for the local community and visitors to explore this quirky second world war Nissen hut in Meigh village and meet Local Ring of Gullion Ambassador Ann Ward who will showcase its history from its origins on Greencastle Air-force base to its contemporary use as a peaceful healing space. T37, St Moninhe evening will include an interactive talk about the history of the hut, music by Colleen Savage and friends and refreshments. Donations towards Southern Area Hospice Service.

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