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There are still tickets available for Chocolate Garden of Ireland's Paint and Sip this Thursday 17th September in the Chocolate Garden Cafe, High Street, Kilkenny!
Sip, create and taste your way through chocolate at The Chocolate Garden Café!
Create and decorate your own chocolate figure to take home
Sip and enjoy our Signature Real Hot Chocolate
Uncover the journey behind chocolate, from cocoa pod to bar, and experience a guided tasting where you can discover the flavours of Award-Winning & Single Origin Chocolates
Create, Sip, Taste & ENJOY!
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Book Tickets here: chocolategarden.ie/experiences/paintandsip/
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Looking for something a little different on your next day out. Tullow Museum offers a fascinating treasure trove of local stories, artefacts and heritage – located by the River Slaney in a beautifully restored former Methodist church, this hidden gem brings the rich history of Tullow to life – from the story of 1798 hero Fr John Murphy to fascinating local artefacts and photographs. Spend the rest of your day discovering all that Tullow has to offer including its heritage trail.
OPENING TIMES: Tuesday to Friday, 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm. Closed Saturday, Sunday, Monday. As the museum has voluntary hours, times may vary. Please telephone 0864010797 if the museum is closed and someone will accommodate your visit if available.
ADMISSION CHARGES: Free, voluntary contributions welcome.
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The Garden in Autumn Weekend - Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September
Join @altamontplants for a special weekend celebrating one of the most rewarding seasons in the gardening year. They have 2 fabulous talks with a Bulb Sale by @eskerfarmdaffs on Saturday from 1.30pm and on Sunday from 11am -4pm. (Bulb Sale open to all)
Saturday 26th September: ‘Future Gardens – Exciting opportunities in a changing climate’ with Des Doyle
Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm
Location: Corona North Gardening Room, Altamont Plants
Our climate is changing before our eyes: wetter winters, shorter springs and hotter summers. What does this mean for gardeners? Join Des Doyle for an exploration of the impacts of climate change on gardening, how we can adjust our gardening practices, what to grow and what not to grow. You will leave with a good overview of best practice for future proofing your garden and with a great list of plants that will generate interest in challenging years ahead.
Sunday 27th September: ‘The Joys of an Autumn Garden’ with Paul & Sharron Cutler
Time: 11.00am to 12.00pm
Location: Corona North Gardening Room, Altamont Plants
Join Paul & Sharron Cutler for a fascinating talk exploring the beauty of the garden in Autumn. Drawing on his many years of experience as Head Gardener at Altamont, Paul will share with Sharron their favourite Autumn plants and trees as well as providing advice on the bulbs that should be planted during these months to ensure a wonderful Spring display. A must for anyone who loves gardening and wants to make the most of the Autumn garden.
Pricing: €30.00 per talk (refreshments and a light lunch included)
Contact Altamont Plants for further details by phone 087-9822135, email
sales@altamontplants.com or visit their website at altamontplants.com
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