Looking forward to Heritage Week in Roscrea

Wide range of local events planned in August

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Rambling House - performing are Séamus, Catherine, Caoimhe and Michael. Rambling House will take place in Roscrea Courthouse on August 23 as part of National Heritage Week.

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Iconic Roscrea Castle will host a number of events for Heritage Week.

Published: Tue 13 Aug 2024, 2:00 PM

Last updated: Tue 13 Aug 2024, 2:43 PM

To coincide with National Heritage Week, Roscrea Heritage Society together with the OPW and Knock Dancing at the Crossroads committee have organised a number of events to celebrate all things heritage - bígí linn!

Saturday and Sunday, August 17 and 18 – Guided tours of Roscrea Castle Complex.

Venue: Damer House, Castle Street, Roscrea

Time: 10am. Tours start at 10am and will continue throughout the day with last admission at 5.15pm.

Further information: Phone (0505) 21850. Email: roscreaheritage@opw.ie.

Tuesday, August 20 - Music in the Mill with Trad Group ‘Dé Máirt’.

Venue: The Black Mills, Church Street, Roscrea, E53 F652.

Time: 8pm – 10pm. Booking: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/946964635717.

Join Dé Máirt for what promises to be a very enjoyable evening of Trad music in the mill. This event will take place in the stunning setting of the Black Mills. The Black Mills dates from the first half of the 18th century and is located near the 11th century Round Tower and the 12th century Romanesque church. As seating is limited, tickets (€10) must be purchased in advance via Eventbrite. All proceeds will be donated to Roscrea Hospice.

Wednesday, August 21 - Children’s storytelling.

Venue: Damer House Annexe, Castle Street, Roscrea.

Time: 11am – 12 Midday and 3pm – 4pm.

Further information: Phone (0505) 21850 Email: roscreaheritage@opw.ie.

Friday, August 23 - Introduction to Natural Materials and Basket Weaving.

Venue: The Black Mills, Church Street, Roscrea, E53 F652.

Time: 2pm – 4pm

Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/943933710137

Join highly skilled Master Basket maker, multi-media artist and sculptor Lynn Kirkham as she talks us through the use of natural materials such as willow, how it is grown, when it is harvested and what this natural material can be used for. She will have some various sized pieces to showcase on the day and will encourage all those attending to try their hand at making a small piece such as a headband, wreath or coaster to take home. As places are limited, tickets (free of charge) must be booked in advance via Eventbrite. This event is supported by Tipperary County Council

Friday, August 23 – Rambling House in Roscrea Courthouse.

Venue: The Courthouse, Gaol Road, Roscrea, E53 TD51.

Time: 7pm – 10pm.

Join Fear an Tí Séamus Moloughney for what promises to be a very enjoyable evening of stories, songs and rhymes from the rare auld times. Light refreshments will be served on the night. Bring a friend and a song! Admission by voluntary donation. All proceeds will go to Age Friendly Roscrea.

Sunday, August 25 – Tour of Fancroft Mill and Gardens (supported by Tipperary County Council).

Venue: Fancroft Mill & Gardens, Roscrea. E53 ET72.

Time: 10am – 12.30pm.

Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/943944281757.

Bus will depart from Castle Street at 9.45am sharp and return at 12.45 approx.

On arrival at the mill, visitors will be given a brief talk on the history of the site, especially the mill. This will be followed by a guided tour of the mill and complimentary light refreshments. Following this, the gardens can then be explored at leisure. Suitable footwear is strongly recommended. We do not advise wearing of sandals, even in warm weather. As places are limited, tickets (free of charge) must be booked in advance via Eventbrite. This event is supported by Tipperary County Council.

Sunday, August 25 – Dancing at the Crossroads.

Venue: Knock Village, Roscrea, E53YH93.

Time: 2- 5pm.

Join Knock Dancing at the Crossroads committee for what promises to be another fantastic, fun-filled day in Knock Village. This small village situated just outside Roscrea with five roads leading into it, will showcase the best of our Irish cultural heritage. From jigs and reels, brush dances to the siege of Ennis, there really is something for everyone. There will also be a number of stalls on the day with fabulous handmade items from bog oak and home baking. The committee are delighted to hold their inaugural sheaf-throwing competition in memory of John Russell, champion sheaf-thrower. The winner of the men’s senior competition will be presented with the John Russell Perpetual trophy. Registration on the day.

Further information: Knockdatc@gmail.com.