Press Release
2010 Press ReleaseThe first Galway Garden Festival, www.galwaygardenfestival.com, on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th July promises to be a very special weekend. ‘In Praise of Plants’ is the theme of world renowned Dr. Matthew Jebb’s, talk, in the beautifully restored Hall of Claregalway Castle, on Sunday. He will also be launching his book 'Vegatables of the Irish Garden" at this talk. Anna Jeffrey Gibson will talk on "Two Hens in Your Garden". The theme of plants, their care and cultivation will be discussed by other distinguished speakers including writer Tim Robinson and ecologist Dr. Cillian Roden. Prof. David Jeffrey of TCD will speak on "Understanding the Burren". These presentations are limited to an audience of 100 people and tickets will be available on a first come basis on the day. Naturalist Gordon D’Arcy will show how to draw birds (remember to bring pencils and paper!). Gardening expert and writer Klaus Laitenberger will demonstrate how to create a beautiful garden – in addition to launching his new book. Nursery suppliers from across Ireland, will share a wealth of planting experience with all who browse the plant stalls extensive range of plants, trees, seeds and shrubs. Garden equipment, from hoes to glasshouses to woven willow baskets will be available. The inestimable work of organizations such as ‘Bothar’, The Beekeepers Federation’, ‘The Organic Centre, Co. Leitrim, etc. can be appreciated at the stands in the castle grounds. Local Garden Designer Shirley Hope-Sweeney will be on site all weekend. A variety of Food and drink will be available in the grounds of the early 15th century castle all day Saturday and Sunday. The Castle – one of the earliest De Burgo Tower houses – has been saved from near collapse by a gradual restoration program which began in 2003 and now houses a collection of furniture from late 16th /early 17th centuries. It can be viewed at various times during Festival. Visitors can sit on the banks of the Clare river in the lush greenery of Claregalway Castle between expert talks or accompany their kids as they ride Connemara ponies on Saturday. And the beneficiaries of this event? All profits from entrance fee (5 euros for adults) goes to the wonderful and transformative work of the Christian Blind Mission Ireland, www.CBM.ie, who work with great effectiveness to alleviate and prevent avoidable blindness throughout the Developing World – with emphasis on creating sustainable and locally delivered services. Imagine a child in Africa or South America whose sight you helped save by supporting this Garden Weekend! The apples on the tree you might buy at The Galway Garden Festival will be all the sweeter, knowing buying that tree helped save a child’s sight. Contacts:
For more details look up www.galwaygardenfestival.com |
