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It’s time to dine in Killarney
Christmas in Killarney Festival presents DINE IN KILLARNEY on Thursday November 17 and 24.
This is a fabulous opportunity for diners to warm up to the festive season. With a wonderful variety of restaurants offering delightful 3-course menus for the special price of just €30 per person, what more could you want?
Many restaurants who participated in the past are excited to be part of the programme again this year.
The Great Southern Killarney will showcase a tasting menu with dining in the gorgeous Garden Room with Killarney Royal’s Candle Room joining too.
“Our team are proud to support the Christmas in Killarney Festival which is an incredible asset to the town of Killarney and the local community,” Michael Jacobi, Managing Director of the Hayfield Family Collection, said.
Murphy Brownes said they “are delighted to participate again, it’s a lovely event and great to give back to locals who support us through the year”.
That is not to mention the new arrivals on Killarney’s dining scene, with Hillard’s, Garret’s and Harrow all participating.
John O’Leary of Harrow says his team are “excited about participating in Dine in Killarney in our maiden year and very much looking forward to welcoming everyone to join us in Harrow. We know that Dine in Killarney is always a great success with locals after a busy summer season!”
While Gary and his team are delighted be able to welcome guests for a delightful evening of dining at Garret’s and to be part of the Christmas in Killarney festival which creates such a wonderful atmosphere in the town.
Dates: Thursday November 17 and Thursday November 24.
Offer: Participating restaurants in Killarney offer a special 3-course menu for €30
Bookings: Diners can book directly with your preferred restaurant quoting ‘Dine in Killarney’.
Participating Restaurants:
The Mill Bar & Brasserie @ Heights Hotel
Cronins Restaurant
Hannigan's @ The International Hotel
Hilliard's
The Candle Room @ Killarney Royal
The Garden Room @ Great Southern Killarney
Murphys
The Porterhouse Killarney
Harrow
O’Donoghue Public House
Kayne's Bar & Brasserie
Murphy Brownes
Bricin
Garret’s
The Flesk Restaurant (Main Street)
The Arbutus Hotel
Christmas in Killarney is a non-profit festival attracting thousands of visitors to Killarney. The festival is run by a committee of volunteers supported by Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and Killarney Municipal Authority, Fáilte Ireland and involves hundreds of volunteers from the local community. It is one of the most spectacular festive season celebrations in the country with four magical parades, a Santa Experience at ANAM Cultural Centre, Dine in Killarney and much more. For details visit christmasinkillarney.com.
Free entry for under 18s at Ross Castle
Young people and families can explore Ross Castle free of charge throughout August as part of a national Office of Public Works (OPW) initiative.
The 15th-century stronghold on the shores of Lough Leane will waive admission fees for all visitors under 18 from August 1 to August 31. The scheme aims to make cultural and historic sites more accessible to young people and families during the summer holidays.
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. The promotion applies across fee-paying OPW heritage sites nationwide, excluding Kilmainham Gaol and Brú na Bóinne.
Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin “Boxer” Moran, said the initiative offers young people a memorable way to connect with history, nature, and culture over the summer break.
Killarney judoka gain international experience in Bath
Eight members of Killarney Judo Club travelled to England last weekend for an international training camp at the University of Bath, with club member Ciara Forde competing at the West of England competition.
Accompanying five families, the young athletes joined 120 competitors from across the UK for two days of training and sparring in a high-performance environment.
The trip provided many of the judoka with their first opportunity to train alongside international athletes. It also offered members a look at a purpose-built facility, supporting the club’s push for a dedicated dojo at the Derreen Sports Project.
Coach Tim Kelly said:
“This camp gave our players the opportunity to test themselves in a challenging environment. Bath University has a proud history of producing Olympians, and we hope the experience inspires our young judoka to aim even higher.”
The club takes a summer break before returning on August 13 to prepare three members for their Black Belt grading later this year. Children’s classes resume on Monday, September 7. New members can contact Tim Kelly on 086 260 1591.
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