Things to do in County Wexford, Ireland
Pole Lathe Demonstrations with Eoin Donnelly
The pole-lathe is one of the oldest one-man operated method of woodturning, which dates back to the late Bronze Age.
Come along and watch Eoin Donnelly as he demonstrates the pole-lathe, turning green-wood timber into various useful items, using traditional tools, devices and skills.
Eoin has over 30 years experience of using the pole-lathe and working with green-wood and a vast knowledge of traditional timber crafts. Eoin is the Chairman of Muintir na Coille Co-op Society an organisation dedicated to traditional woodland mamagement and the conservation of Irish native woodlands and the preservation of traditional woodland crafts and skills.
Eoin will be demonstrating here at the Park on the following dates:
Monday 7th May
Sunday 3rd June
Saturday 7th July
Sunday 22nd July
Saturday 18th August
Monday 27th August
(Dates Subject to Change)May
Mini BioBlitz
May Saturday 12th:
Mini BioBlitz at Irish National Heritage Park, Ferrycarrig with
Harm Deenen, Mary Foley and Chris Wilson. 10am-4pm.
Members of The Wexford Naturalists’ Field Club will hold their mini BioBlitz – a biodiversity recording day on Saturday 12th May between 10am and 4pm at The Irish National Heritage Park. Visitors to the park can observe the activities, interact with them and participate in events taking place on the day. Butterflies and bumblebees, buttercups and birds, enjoy the excitement as club members aim to identify and record as many species as possible of the flora and fauna of the park.
The club hopes to record as many species as possible, in and adjacent to the grounds of the Park. Weather permitting, there will be a number of Wildlife Walks and Pond Dipping sessions taking place during the course of the day. Normal admission fees to the Park apply. WNFC members should bring their Membership Card for free entry to assist with the BioBlitz and to avail of a reduced fee for a guided tour of the Park.
Feel free to contact us for more details
The Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig, County Wexford, Ireland.
Tel: 053 9120733
International Phone: +353 53 9120733
Fax: +353 53 9120911
E-mail: info@inhp.com
Web: www.inhp.com
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Two Day Bow Making Course
12-13 May 2012
The Irish National Heritage Park is delighted to offer a two-day bow-making coursewith renowned bow-maker Mike Hanrahan. Mike is probably the foremost authority on traditional bow-making and archery in Ireland. He is passionate about his craft and deeply knowledgeable about techniques and traditions worldwide. This promises to be a fascinating rediscovery of what was once a live-or-die skill for our ancestors
Over the course of two days in the incredible setting of the Irish National Heritage Park you will learn about the art of the bow-maker and the use of bows in hunting and warfare. First and foremost, however, this is a practical hands-on course. You will learn to shape and form traditional bows, to make string from natural raw materials and to make, point and fletch arrows. All materials and equipment will be provided but if you wish to bring any of your own tools, all that you will need is a rasp, a pocket-knife and a small plane. At the end of the course, you will leave with your own bow that you have made yourself!
This course is aimed primarily at adults, but older children (from 14yrs) are welcome to attend with a parent. The day begins at 10.00 and continues to 16.00 with breaks for lunch. Full restaurant facilities are available on-site
This is an intensive course and no more than six places are available. We are keeping numbers small to ensure that everyone receives the one-on-one attention they need.
€100 per person
Book soon to avoid disappointment!
The Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig, County Wexford, Ireland.
Tel: 053 9120733
International Phone: +353 53 9120733
Fax: +353 53 9120911
E-mail: info@inhp.com
Web: www.inhp.com
June
Two Day Bow Making Course
9th + 10th June 2012
The Irish National Heritage Park is delighted to offer a two-day bow-making coursewith renowned bow-maker Mike Hanrahan. Mike is probably the foremost authority on traditional bow-making and archery in Ireland. He is passionate about his craft and deeply knowledgeable about techniques and traditions worldwide. This promises to be a fascinating rediscovery of what was once a live-or-die skill for our ancestors
Over the course of two days in the incredible setting of the Irish National Heritage Park you will learn about the art of the bow-maker and the use of bows in hunting and warfare. First and foremost, however, this is a practical hands-on course. You will learn to shape and form traditional bows, to make string from natural raw materials and to make, point and fletch arrows. All materials and equipment will be provided but if you wish to bring any of your own tools, all that you will need is a rasp, a pocket-knife and a small plane. At the end of the course, you will leave with your own bow that you have made yourself!
This course is aimed primarily at adults, but older children (from 14yrs) are welcome to attend with a parent. The day begins at 10.00 and continues to 16.00 with breaks for lunch. Full restaurant facilities are available on-site
This is an intensive course and no more than six places are available. We are keeping numbers small to ensure that everyone receives the one-on-one attention they need.
€100 per person
Book soon to avoid disappointment!
The Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig, County Wexford, Ireland.
Tel: 053 9120733
International Phone: +353 53 9120733
Fax: +353 53 9120911
E-mail: info@inhp.com
Web: www.inhp.com
July
Summer Camp
5 days of fun filled history and traditional activities. To include: archery, viking shield making, Viking weapons and food, treasure hunt, row your own coracle, brass rubbings, orienteering etc.
Mon 2nd July – Fri 6th July 10am-3pm Daily ( 9-12year olds) €150 euro pp
Mon 9th July – Fri 13th July 10am-3pm Daily ( 13-15 year olds ) €150 pp
Limited availability. Booking Essential. Tel: 053 91 20733
Book soon to avoid disappointment!
The Irish National Heritage Park
Ferrycarrig, County Wexford, Ireland.
Tel: 053 9120733
International Phone: +353 53 9120733
Fax: +353 53 9120911
E-mail: info@inhp.com
Web: www.inhp.com
More events for 2012 coming soon !
