Calling all garden ecology and music lovers!
Join us for a magical afternoon in Marymount’s award-winning gardens with a live performance by beloved Irish singer-songwriter John Spillane!
Taking place on Thursday 7th August from 12pm to 3pm this unique gathering invites the public to the Marymount Gardens designed by Adam Hunt and Valerie Bond—winners of the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022 Best in Show—in collaboration with acclaimed West Cork landscaper Colm Cronin.
Thoughtfully envisioned and lovingly created the gardens feature three stunning spaces: The Arrival Garden The Remembrance Garden and a wildflower meadow nestled on a land-protected fairy fort. Two tranquil ponds thriving with life enrich the garden’s biodiversity offering a peaceful haven where people and nature exist in harmony.
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🐞 Bugs Bees & Beyond – with Robbie Carrol (Nature Network Ireland)
Get up close with the tiny creatures that keep our ecosystems thriving! Robbie Carrol from Nature Network Ireland will be on hand with bug boxes and insect nets inviting curious minds of all ages to explore the fascinating world of insects.
🦇 Bats of Ballinora and Beyond – with Pat Tuite
Join local wildlife enthusiast Pat Tuite for a fascinating dive into the nocturnal world of bats! Pat will share insights from his recent survey of the bats in the Ballinora and Waterfall area. Expect bat facts myth-busting surprises and a look at the EchoMeter bat detector app
🎻 String Trio from Cork School of Music
Enjoy an enchanting performance in the Garden of Remembrance where classical music blends with the sounds of nature.
🎨🍦 Family Fun – Face Painting & Ice Cream and more!
