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80 years of recording rainfall at Muckross House

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The National Park has been measuring rainfall for 80 years - records began in 1943 - when the Park was known as the Bourne Vincent Memorial Park. 

In that year it recorded 63 and a half inches of rain, (63 I/2 inches) handwritten results were sent to the Meteorological Station in Dublin.
Every morning at 9.00am dedicated staff , 365 days a year, would measure the rainfall, at the weather station.

Gerry Murphy is the Horticultural Supervisor, at National Parks and Wildlife Service, Killarney National Park, took over the task when the late Bill Carson retired in 2000.

Automation of Muckross weather station began in 2019 with data transmitted directly to Met Eireann.

Using the old method of gathering water from the funnel together with the automated system, Gerry has been keeping records both manually and by computer.

The wettest year in Muckross was recorded in 2015 with a total of 87 and three quarter inches of rainfall.

The driest year recorded in Muckross was in 1971, with a total of 48 and a quarter inches.

The total for last year at Muckross on December, 31 2023 was a total of 75 Inches of rainfall.

Over the years there were substations at St. Finan’s Hospital - which was always drier, the highest levels were recorded on Mangerton Mountain and Muckross Peninsula, which has its own microclimate with the proximity of the mountains and lakes, making it much wetter.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Aghadoe Heights

The Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is offering special events and packages to celebrate Mother’s Day. The hotel aims to provide a range of options for families to treat their […]

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The Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is offering special events and packages to celebrate Mother’s Day.

The hotel aims to provide a range of options for families to treat their mothers.

Over Mother’s Day weekend, the hotel will offer Afternoon Tea in The Heights Lounge. This includes savoury and sweet items, and a selection of teas, available Friday to Sunday for €39 per person.
On Sunday, March 30, a special Mother’s Day lunch will be served in the Lake Room Restaurant.

The meal will feature local ingredients and traditional Irish flavours. Mothers and grandmothers will receive a cupcake gift, and a professional photographer will be present to take family photos. The lunch is priced at €49.50 per person.
The hotel’s spa is also offering a Mother and Daughter package throughout March.

This includes one hour in the Thermal Spa, a 60-minute massage and facial treatment, a spa gift, and a two-course lunch in The Heights Lounge. The package is priced at €140 per person.

The hotel advises early booking due to limited availability. Reservations can be made by calling +353 64 6631766 or emailing reception@aghadoeheights.com.

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‘Spring into Your Best Life’ event

The Oaks Hotel in Killarney will host ‘Spring into Your Best Life’ on April 5, an event organised in association with Breast Cancer Ireland and Irish Country Magazine. The event, […]

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The Oaks Hotel in Killarney will host ‘Spring into Your Best Life’ on April 5, an event organised in association with Breast Cancer Ireland and Irish Country Magazine.

The event, running from 12:30pm to 5:30pm, aims to provide attendees with advice on beauty, wellness, fashion, health, and happiness.
Hosted by Maura Derrane and James Patrice, the event will feature speakers including fashion expert Celia Holman Lee, pharmacist Laura Dowling, wellness expert Oonagh O’Hagan, and fitness coach Orla Hopkins.
Dr. Brian Cotter from Sisu will discuss aesthetics, while Christina Foley will focus on holistic wellbeing. Life coach Ariana Dunne will also speak on personal and professional success.
The event will include a drinks reception, a gourmet lunch, beauty and fashion masterclasses, and shopping opportunities. Attendees can win prizes throughout the day. A special Mother’s Day draw will take place for those attending with their mothers or daughters.
Tickets are available for the event via: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/your-best-life-kerry-fun-style-wellness-giveaways-breast-cancer-ireland-tickets-1021537374787?aff=oddtdtcreator

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