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Exciting new additions to Wander Wild Festival

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Wander Wild Festival, Ireland's premier outdoor festival, has unveiled a range of exciting new events, adding even more adventure to an already action-packed lineup.

Taking place in the stunning surroundings of the 26,000-acre UNESCO-protected Killarney National Park and the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks from April 4-6, this year's adventure and wellness festival promises to be the most exciting yet with activities designed to invigorate, inspire and spark the soul.

The newly added activities cater to a wide range of interests, whether you are looking for a challenge or ways to unwind.

Festival goers can now sign up for a Dawn Chorus walk and a ‘Nature Boy’ talk with Sean Ronyane, Mangerton Hike with the Kerry Cowboy, a Guided Bat Walk, Loughdale House Wellness Retreat, Sunrise Yoga, Lough Lein Family Boat Trip, Nature Valley Family Hike, Embodiment of Irish traditional song with Cait Ni Riain, an Athlete Performance Breathwork session, Shadow Breathwork and a Kids Balance Bike Workshop. Additional evening events include Fireside Chats with Bressie, Shee and others, Wanderwine at Luna, Sacred Sip & Paint and a special concert in St Mary’s Church of Ireland.

This is in addition to over 100 other programmed events taking place during the festival weekend that will cater for all ages and abilities. Sponsored by Nature Valley and proudly supported by Fáilte Ireland and Kerry County Council, Wander Wild Festival offers something for everyone who wants to embrace the great outdoors.

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Join Ornithologist Seán Ronayne for a sound-packed, illustrative lunchtime talk, where you’ll be brought on a beautiful journey with Irish birds, sharing their sounds, stories and struggles. Séan will also lead early birds on an enchanting guided soundful Dawn Chorus walk through the National Park. Or explore Killarney’s nocturnal wildlife with local bat experts on a Guided Bat Walk in the heart of Killarney National Park.
The brand new wellness village at Killarney House promises a host of soul-nourishing experiences in a haven of harmony - new additions this year include Sunrise Yoga, Athlete Performance Breathwork session, Shadow Breathwork, Flow in Intuition, Candlelight Yin, Grounded Connection, Movement & Sound - Somative Healing and Chakra Journey.
Use your cúpla focal as gaeilge while soaking up Killarney’s incredible scenery on a Siúlóid sna Sléibhte Mangerton hike with Séaghan Ó Súilleabháin, better known as The Kerry Cowboy.

He will be sharing his knowledge on plants, animals and local history, while having lots of chats - the perfect activity for those passionate about Gaeilge and the outdoors.

Ticket prices range from €10 to €100 depending on the event, with a number of free events included so there is something for all budgets. With many events selling out last year, book your tickets now wanderwildfestival.com to avoid disappointment.
Wander Wild Festival is supported by Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and the National Park and Wildlife Service.

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BREAKING: Kerry ETB Awarded €2.3m to purchase Pretty Polly Site

The Kerry Education and Training Board (Kerry ETB) has been awarded €2.3 million in funding to purchase the former Pretty Polly site on Upper Park Road, Killarney. The funding, announced […]

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The Kerry Education and Training Board (Kerry ETB) has been awarded €2.3 million in funding to purchase the former Pretty Polly site on Upper Park Road, Killarney.

The funding, announced this morning by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, will allow Kerry ETB to develop the site as a new Tourism Sector Training College. The proposed facility will be linked to the Munster Technological University (MTU) and will focus on training for the hospitality and tourism industries.
Kerry TD Michael Cahill described the announcement as “a major vote of confidence in Killarney and the wider Kerry tourism industry.”
“This is immense news for the town,” said Deputy Cahill. “It will mark Killarney out officially as the tourism capital of Ireland by providing a Hospitality Sector Training College right in the heart of the county.”
Deputy Cahill said he had been advocating for such a development since entering the Dáil, adding that the investment “will be a gamechanger for the hospitality sector in Killarney and Kerry.”
He also recalled the former CERT training centre that operated at the Torc Great Southern Hotel in the 1970s, noting that this new project would revive that legacy for a new generation of tourism professionals.
The Pretty Polly site, vacant for many years, will now be transformed into a key educational and economic hub for the region once the project proceeds.

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Coffee morning being held in memory of late Kevin O’Shea

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A coffee morning will take place in the Aghadoe Heights Hotel next week in memory of the late Kevin O’Shea.


It will take place on October 18 from 11am to 1pm.


All proceeds will go to Kerry Hospice Foundation, Kerry Cancer Support Group and Recovery Haven.


For those who are unable to make it on the day, you can make a donation online by scanning the QR code on the picture.


Kevin’s family extended their heartfelt thanks to local businesses and hotels that have generously sponsored spot prizes, all to be won on the day.


They also said that any donation, big or small, is appreciated and all support is most welcome.

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