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Summer Workshops from Beyond the Blarney

Beyond the Blarney is based at the foot of Sliabh na Caillí, (the Witches Mountain) where, for 5,000 years the Megalithic Tombs have kept their silent watch across the rolling plains of north west Meath. From there our Tours and Workshops unravel Ireland through the ages - from the pre-history of the megalithic era, through the coming of the Christians, the devastation of the Reformation and ravages of the Great Famine right through to modern day Ireland.



We have created short, intensive educational experiences which will focus on providing a comprehensive understanding of critical moments, monuments and movements in Irish history. The tours are a creative mix of experiential learning combined with inputs from experts in various fields of Irish studies. Typically tours will begin with morning workshops on a particular topic, followed by field trips to ancient and historic sites, museums and interpretive centres

We can move from the magic of the Hag’s Chair to the three hundred year banishment of the Children of Lir in nearby Lough Derravaragh. We’ll take you from the wonder of Fore to the site of the ancient Tailteann Games - a precursor of the modern Olympics.

It’s all out there - Beyond the Blarney

Upcoming Events! SUMMER WORKSHOPS!

Rock Art of the Loughcrew Cairns
Artist Michelle Boyle leads a one day workshop exploring the art of the Cairns followed by guided tour.
Cost €60 includes all materials, lunch, refreshments & admittance to Loughcrew Historic Gardens.
Saturday 17 July, Ballinlough Community Centre

Singing Ireland’s Song
A half-day workshop on the heritage and history of Ireland through the voices of both traditional and
modern singers who carry the story of Ireland in their
songs. Cost €25 - includes refreshments.
Sunday 11 July, Teddy’s Pub, Moylagh

Goddess, Hag or Witch?
The Cailleach of the Cairns
A workshop introducing the folklore and mythology of An
Cailleach through poetry, legend and song followed by guided
tour of Loughcrew cairns.
Cost €60 includes all materials, lunch, refreshments & admittance
to Loughcrew Historic Gardens.
Sunday 25 July, Loughcrew Gardens Coffee Shop

Tel: 353 87 151 1511 / +353 87 151 1512
Email: info@beyondtheblarney.ie
Web: www.beyondtheblarney.ie/