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Turais Gháirdín
Beidh turais ghairdín trí Ghaeilge I nGairdíní Altamont le linn Seachtain Oidhreacht Náisiúnta 2026 ar na dátaí seo a leanas:-
15ú, 16ú, 17ú de Mhí Lúnasa ag a haon déag a chlog
21ú, 22ú, 23ú de Mhí Lúnasa ag a dó a chlóg
Irish Language Tours
There will be Irish language garden tours in Altamont Gardens during National Heritage Week 2026 on the following dates:-
15th, 16th, 17th of August at 11 o’clock
21st, 22nd, 23rd of August at 2 o’clock
Date/Time: 15th, 16th, 17th of August at 11am, 21st, 22nd, 23rd of August at 2pm
Address: Altamont Gardens, Tullow, R93N882, Co. Carlow
Admission: Free
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This Tuesday 18th of August. Gorse Farm hosts a fascinating walk as part of National Heritage Week. Take a look at how Janet and Jenny have brought scything back as a tool on their farm.
Date: August 18
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Gorse Farm, New Deerpark, Bunclody, Y21 R836
This walk is funded by the Heritage Council through the Community Heritage Grant Scheme 2026.
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Heritage Week 2026 - The Big Dig at Carlow County Museum
Calling all young archaeologists! 🛡️⚔️
Join Carlow County Museum for The Big Dig with the School of Irish Archaeology on 20 August, 11am–5pm.
Children aged 6–12 can excavate a replica Viking House, uncover Viking treasures and discover what life was like during the Viking era , all through a fun, hands-on 45-minute workshop. ⛏️
Free Admission, Limited spaces available so booking is essential.
Date: 20th August 2026, 11am - 5pm.
Address: Carlow County Museum, College Street, Carlow Town
The Big Dig is funded by Creative Ireland Carlow
For further information and bookings visit: www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings
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