Bunratty Castle situated in the Mid-West region (latter consisting of Tipperary, Clare and Limerick), to Host First-Ever ‘Bark in the Park’ Fun Dog Show.
Bunratty Castle’s Irish Wolfhounds ‘Rían’ and ‘Míde‘.
Dog lovers across Ireland have a new date to mark into their calendar, as Bunratty Castle and Folk Park hosts its first-ever ‘Bark in the Park‘ event on Sunday, June 8th, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm. Ireland’s newest dog show is set to offer a packed programme of light-hearted competition as canines of all shapes, sizes, and temperaments take centre stage at the County Clare visitor attraction.
The inaugural event will see dogs compete across 16 categories, with prizes for the Smallest Dog, Best Biscuit Catcher, Most Handsome Dog, Waggiest Tail, Veteran Dog, and Best Fancy Dress, among others. Young dog lovers won’t be left out either. The Young Handlers category will give children a chance to showcase their connection with their four-legged companions, demonstrating both skill and confidence in the ring.
“We are thrilled to introduce Bark in the Park, which will provide a fantastic day out for families and dog lovers,” said Ms Marie Brennan, (Events Manager at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park). “Dogs have always been part of the Bunratty story—our Irish Wolfhounds are a living link to the castle’s medieval past. “Bark in the Park” carries that tradition forward in a fun, modern way.”
The popular County Clare attraction, known for its medieval castle, recreated 19th-century Irish village, Victorian Walled Garden, and 26 acres of farmland and woodland, will also use the event to shine a light on the vital role service dogs play in Irish society. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet representatives from the Clare branch of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, who will share stories of how their dogs support people with visual impairments and families of children with autism. Irish Dogs for the Disabled will also be on hand to showcase their work in providing trained assistance dogs to people with physical disabilities.
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Adding an extra touch of history to the day will be Bunratty’s own Irish Wolfhounds, Rían and Míde, who took up residence on the site in 2023. Rían, aged two, and Míde, aged three, continue the long-standing tradition of wolfhounds roaming Bunratty Castle, as they did during the venue’s medieval banquets in the 1960s.
2025 marks the 600th birthdayof Bunratty Castle, one of Ireland’s most authentic and complete castles. A special event marking the landmark anniversary will be held during this summer.
Lyrics and Vocals: American rock singer, songwriter, and guitarist, nicknamed “The Boss”, the great Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen.
Across the Border.
Tonight, my bag is packed, tomorrow I’ll walk these tracks, That will lead me across the border. Tomorrow, my love and I will sleep beneath auburn skies, Somewhere across the border. We’ll leave behind, my dear, the pain and sadness we found here, And we’ll drink from the Bravo’s muddy waters, Where the sky grows gray and wide, we’ll meet on the other side, There across the border. For you, I’ll build a house high upon a grassy hill, Somewhere across the border. Where pain and memory, pain and memory have been stilled, There across the border. Sweet blossoms fill the air, pastures of gold and green, Roll down into cool, clear waters, And in your arms ‘neath open skies, I’ll kiss the sorrow from your eyes, There across the border. Tonight we’ll sing the songs and I’ll dream of you, my corazón☼, And tomorrow my heart will be strong. May the saints’ blessings and grace carry me safely into your arms, There across the border. For what are we without hope in our hearts, That someday we’ll drink from God’s blessed waters? And eat the fruit from the vine, I know love and fortune will be mine, Somewhere across the border.
END ☼“Corazón” in Spanish translates to “Sweetheart” or “My heart” in English.
Line Dancing takes place on Friday next, May 23rd in Cashel Library from 11:00am – 12:00 noon. It’s a fun way to exercise, socialise, make friends and a great way to finish our Bealtaine events.
Dancing and music is an essential part of self-care and well-being in this busy environment. So do come along and enjoy a great morning.
Remember: Booking Essential to Tel. No. 062-63825 with spaces limited for this FREE Event.
******** “Dust those boots off and get ready to dance! ” ********
Visitors attending this eventcan locate the Cashel Library building; situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (G487+RX).
Lyrics and Vocals: American Christian worship singer, songwriter Jenn Johnson.
You’re Gonna Be Okay.
I know it’s all you’ve got to just be strong, And it’s a fight just to keep it together, together. I know you think that you are too far gone, But hope is never lost, Hope is never lost. Hold on, don’t let go, Hey, hold on, don’t let go. Just take one step, closer, Put one foot in front of the other, You’ll get through this, Just follow the light in the darkness. You’re gonna be okay. I know your heart is heavy from those nights, Just remember that you are a fighter, a fighter. You never know just what tomorrow holds, You’re stronger than you know, You’re stronger than you know. Hold on, don’t let go, Hey, hold on, don’t let go. Just take one step, closer, Put one foot in front of the other, You’ll get through this. Just follow the light in the darkness, One step, closer. Put one foot in front of the other, You’ll get through this. Just follow the light in the darkness, You’re gonna be okay. And when the night is closing in, Don’t give up, and don’t give in. This won’t last, it’s not the end, it’s not the end, You’re gonna be okay. When the night is closing in, Don’t give up, and don’t give in. This won’t last, it’s not the end, it’s not the end, You’re gonna be okay. You’re gonna be okay.
On Monday next, May 19th at 3:30pm – Join us for an afternoon with author Ms Carmel Harrington.
From Co. Wexford, Ms Carmel Harrington is an International bestseller of thirteen novels. Ms Harrington debut was a multi-award-winning novel and several of her books have been shortlisted for an Irish Book Award. She is a regular on Irish TV screens and radio and has been a guest speaker at Literary events in Ireland, UK and USA. She was also Chair of the Wexford Literary Festival for three years.
Ms Harrington will chat about how she started her career as an author as well as read from her latest novel, while taking Q & A from her audience.
We are delighted to facilitate this evening with Ms Harrington as part of our library Bealtaine events.
Remember,to book your place, please contact Tel: 062-63825 @CrlTipperary @TipperaryCountyCouncil #LibrariesIreland #Bealtaine.
Visitorsattending eventscanlocate the Cashel Library building; situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (G487+RX).
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