Events and Entertainment

This temporary exhibition in Bagenal's Castle will be opened from April 2012 until February 2013.

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Tuesday & Thursday evenings May - August. Wet suit and buoyancy aid provided

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This is a round robin knockout competition played over 4 weekends in May. The tournament starts Saturday 5th May and finishes on Sunday 27th May. This tournament is open to all ages. Have you got what it takes to be the Kellys Stroke Play Champion 2012?

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What does the Border mean in 2012.

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Bouldering is the combination of scrambling, swimming, walking, jumping, sliding and climbing yet never leaving the ground. Normally following a boulder strewn river bed, this activity can be either wet or dry and under professional supervision of our staff remains as one of the most fun all-round adventure activities on offer. We provide full body wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets, all technical equipment, transport and the full use of our centre facilities (including showers!). Meet at our Adventure Centre in Annalong where we will transport you in the Life bus to Bloody Bridge, Annalong, The Mournes, County Down.

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Organised by Slieve Gullion Wheelers Cycling Club. 100k cycle tour from Mountain House to Markethill on to Newtownhamilton via Keady for tea and sandwiches stop at Community Centre. Then it's on to Cullyhanna, Mullaghbawn, Forkhill, Meigh and back to Mountain House via Camlough around the lake and up Sturgan brae for soup and sandwiches. This is a fairly tough cycle with a fair amount of hills, suitable for less experienced cyclists who have done some training. All proceeds go to the club's designated charities.

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A fantastic 5 day blues music festival extravaganza, featuring world class international Jazz and Blues performers. Unmissible!

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Choose from what time suits you to come down and visit east coast adventure. Choose from Canoeing , Banana Boat Rides and Pier Jumping as one session or Zip lining and Archery with crate Climbing as your activity session then contact us at the booking office to get booked in.

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Beach Clean-up commences at 10am, Newcastle Co.Down -Meet at Promenade Car Park beside the “Percy French” at the entrance to Slieve Donard Hotel. Litter picking equipment available- pickers, jackets, gloves, bags and risk assessment.

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Sandcastle Competition in Newcastle Co. Down- 12pm the competition opens and will take place to the right hand side of the Newcastle Centre on the beach. A sand sculpture will be exhibiting at the event.

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Organised by Carrive Folklore Society. This is a 4 mile walk around Carrive Circular Road, the only natural circular road in any townland in Ireland.

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With the 2012 Olympics approaching learn about the history of sport in the Newry and Mourne area at Sporting Traditions throughout the Ages in Newry and Mourne. This colourful exhibition of memorabilia will celebrate sporting traditions and achievements through the ages in Newry and Mourne. The exhibition will examine the important contribution sport has made to the social and cultural fabric of life in the district. It explores the different sports played in the local area, local personalities and local people who have been involved in sport at national and international levels. Artefacts on display include trophies, photographs, jerseys and equipment.

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This competition is open to anyone in 3rd level education such as a University or College of Further and Higher Education. Battle it out with your peers to see who will reign supreme at the University Challenge 2012. Thankfully this challenge only requires you to hit a golf ball and not answer lots of questions!!

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Get ahead of the 2012 Olympcis with the IDRA Northern Championship & Laser 2000 Championship. The Irish Dinghy Racing Association Northern Championship is at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 2nd and 3rd June, overlapping with the Laser 2000 Irish Championship on 3rd & 4th June - a big weekend at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club!

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Think you could out run Usain Bolt? Why not warm up for the 2012 Olympics at the Newry City Marathon. Full Marathon, Half Marathon and Fun Run (approx 1.5 km). This is an annual event, first run in 2008 and is open to all ages and abilities.

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Join the Ulster Wildlife Trust to hunt for the beauties and beasts of the bug world at Kilbroney Park. Lift the logs, shake the trees and sweep the meadows to uncover everything from beetles to butterflies.

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This is a fun filled and fact finding day out where Enspire invites you to get close and personal with the creepy crawlies of Slieve Gullion. Discover how cool and fascinating mini-beasts and insects are and not the scary and horrible creatures we all are led to believe! Join the Enspire team after the hunt to play games and make ‘larger than life’ mini beasts.

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Discover the breathtaking activity of Hill Walking in the tranquil Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland on our 1 or 2 day Beginners Learn Hill Walking - Personal Skills course. With the aid of our passionate instructors you'll not only enjoy guided walks of the local area but also develop all the basics required to continue enjoying the activity in complete confidence. Is this course for me?Definitely! Ideal for either complete beginners of those who have tried Hill Walking before to include individuals, groups or clubs wishing to move to the next level. Located at our Adventure Centre in the fishing village of Annalong on the Mourne Coastline at the edge of the stunning Mourne Moutnains and Mourne Coastal plain, the Centre is perfectly suited for all levels of Hill Walking all year round.

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'Beat on the Street' 3.00pm-6.00pm. Q radio will be live at the event along with live local entertainment at Newry Town Hall. The torch will arrive in Newry at Windsor Avenue at 6.25pm and continue along the route to Páirc Esler, where the torch will arrive in the statium at 6.46pm. The torch will arrive on the stage at 6.50pm. There will be a spectacular evening celebration and live concert in Páirc Esler. Gates open at 4.00pm with showtime at 5.30pm. Tickets will be distributed at Council civic buildings (Crossmaglen Community Centre, Sean Hollywood Arts Centre, Warrenpoint Town Hall and Kilkeel Leisure Centre) from 19th May onwards.

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Newry City has been chosen as one of the four major centres in Northern Ireland to host an evening celebration to welcome the Olympic Torch. The Olympic Taskforce Committee has put together a fantastic programme of associated events culminating in the arrival of the torch in Páirc Esler on Tuesday 5th June, where the official Olympic sponsors, Coca Cola and Samsung have organized a fun filled two hour concert. On Wednesday 6th, hundreds of school children will gather at Newry Town Hall as the Torch bids farewell to Newry. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the people of Newry and Mourne to come together to celebrate this unique occasion. The Mayor of Newry and Mourne District Council, Charlie Casey, would like to extend an open invitation to everyone to come along and enjoy this fantastic spectacle.

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Fancy the Ultimate Newry and Mourne 2012 Olympic Challenge in the Mournes? Why not attend the Mourne Way. Organised by 26 Extreme, the following events are taking place: 5k at 1.00 pm (£15), 10k at 1.00 pm (£20), 26 Mile Challenge Walk at 6.30 am (£45), Marathon at 7.00 am (£45), Half Marathon at 10.30 am (£35) and Ultra Marathon at 5.00 am (£50). See website for information.

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Interested in attempting, or simply just watching some of the 2012 Olympic Events in an Area of Outstanding Beauty at the Crooked Lake Triathlon? This year's race takes place on Saturday 9th of June and promises to be bigger and better than ever! Registration opens Sunday 1st of April. You'll find all the information you need for this year's race in the website so keep your eyes peeled! Activities inlcude: Swim 750m, Cycle 20km and Run 5km. Camlough lies just 3 miles west of Newry and is in very easy reach from both the South & North of Ireland with the recent completion of the M1. Activities inlcude: Swim 750m, Cycle 20km, Run 5km.

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With the Mourne Way marathon now in its 4th year, it has established itself as one of the top events in the running calendar. With competitors coming from far and wide to take part in this fantastic event, 2012 sees the introduction of the 26Extreme Adventure Day Camp (8-16 years old). The aim of this camp is to allow parents participate in the event with full confidence that their children are being looked after and entertained in a safe and fun environment. Our aim is to make the Mourne Way Marathon a fun packed outdoor event which all the family can take part in. We have linked up with East Coast Adventure, which has been in operation in this area for 20 years. The safety and well being of your child is our top priority. From the moment you drop them off in our safe hands they will be supervised 100% of the time by the qualified and experienced staff at East Coast Adventure.

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Warm up for the 2012 Olympic Sailing and come along to the Drascombe Rally. Friday 15th June – Sunday 17th June. Starts Daily at 10am. Location: Carlingford Lough Yacht Club. For more information contact Kieran Cranley at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 028 417 38457 or via email on kierancranley@aol.com

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Get healthy the fun and sustainable way with NI Bootcamp.

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"Build your own castle". Children's craft workshop.

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Organised by Newry and Mourne District Council

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Has the 2012 Olympics got you motivated, why not attend the Mourne International Walking Festival?This festival will take place in Newcastle with a wide range of lowland walks to suit all abilities and higher lever routes in the mountains for the more experienced. The highlight of the weekend is the 'Blister Ball' on Saturday evening with a hot buffet, entertainment and dancing. IVV affiliated. Pre-booking is advisable for walking tickets and accommodation. For further information contact Down District Council.

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This festival will take place in Newcastle with a wide range of lowland walks to suit all abilities and higher level routes in the mountains for the more experienced. The highlight of the weekend is the "Blister Ball" on Saturday evening with a hot buffet, entertainment and dancing. IVV affiliated. Pre-booking is advisable for walking tickets and accommodation. For further information contact Down District Council.

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Organised by Gasp Action Sports. Disc Golf is one of today’s fastest growing sports. It is easy to learn, promotes healthy activity and can be enjoyed by people of all ages and fitness levels. The Kingdom of Mourne Tournament will attract players from throughout Ireland and the UK, and is part of the BDGA UK Tour Schedule. You can come along to watch or join in, there is a novice category. You can also participate in a coaching session with some of the UK’s BEST PLAYERS.

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Get ahead of the 2012 Olympics with Ulster Topper Championships. Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th June. Starts Daily at 10am. Location: Carlingford Lough Yacht Club. For more information contact Kieran Cranley at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 028 417 38457 or via email on kierancranley@aol.com.

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Equally as hard as the 2012 Olympic rowing contest but with more fun, the IWAI Newry & Portadown Branch Annual Bath Tub Race.The waterways will be a buzz of activity with the Bath Tub Race which takes place on Saturday 23rd June. This event is open to the entire community of the greater newry & Mourne area so come along and participate in a truly entertaining day of water based activities on the Canal. The race commences at Needham Bridge beside the Quays Side Inn and finishes at the Savoy Bridge beside Grounded. It couldn't be easier: crafts and propellers must be homemade; two people per craft and entrants must wear buoyancy aid which is essential. Entry forms can be obtained by contacting the Inland Waterways Association. Entertainment and fun for all ages.

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Evening explorers join the Butterfly Conservation Officer, Catherine Bertrand and team to delve into the nocturnal world of moths and bats. Then come back in the morning to see what has crept in overnight. As part of National Moth Night, we will be hoping to spot some of our biggest common garden moths including the bright pink Elephant Hawk moth, the shimmering peuple/grey Poplar Hawk moth and the boldly patterned Garden Tiger - all of which can be found in the average garden. Summer moths are bold and beautiful, who knows what else we will see? Suitable for families and anyone with a general interest in wildlife.

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A variety of open golf events will be held on these dates. Consult our website for special play and meal deals. Book times through the website or phone the professional.

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Organised by Carrive Folklore Society. This is a 5 mile walk through Ballynaclosha. See it's old school, Dancing Dyke and it's ancient village where in olden times a fair was held and then back to Carrive Grove.

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Newry Show is a Family Day Out with something for everyone, this year we will have a small animals farm for the children to view along with a lot more exciting activities. A day out not to be missed!

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Newry Agricultural Society have many different sections to interest everyone from children's activities to horse jumping. Many more attractions! A great family day out. Come along and join in. Everyone welcome.

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Enjoy watching the Sailing in the 2012 Olympics then come to watch the Dinghy Races. Various Sundays & Wednesdays In July & August. Location: Carlingford Lough Yacht Club. Start Time: Sunday 2pm – Wednesday 7.30pm. For a full list of races available please visit the website on http://www.clyc.info/dynamicdata/DinghyRota.aspx Or alternatively contact Kieran Cranley at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 028 417 38457 or via email on kierancranley@aol.com

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Enjoy watching the Sailing in the 2012 Olympics then come to watch Cruiser Races. Various Saturdays in July & August 2012. Location: Carlingford Lough Yacht Club. Start Time: 10am. For a full list of courses available please visit the website on http://www.clyc.info/dynamicdata/DinghyRota.aspx Or alternatively contact Kieran Cranley at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 028 417 38457 or via email on kierancranley@aol.com.

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Inspired by the sailing in the 2012 Olympics why not sign up for Sailing School Courses. July & August 2012. Various different courses available daily for all abilities. Location: Carlingford Lough Yacht Club. For a full list of courses available please visit the website on http://www.clyc.info/dynamicdata/CourseTimetable.aspx Or alternatively contact Kieran Cranley at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 028 417 38457 or via email on kierancranley@aol.com

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Fuel the fun in Europe’s largest indoor karting venue. At Formula Karting we have 3 tracks spanning over 1km of racing space. Specialising in group bookings and corporate team building, hen/stags, sports clubs, schools and youth groups. Our Summer Racing Scheme is for children 8-18 years of age. This scheme is two and a half hours of racing fun and great value for money. Be sure to book your child’s place by calling us on 028 302 66220 or email info@formula-karting.com

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This Summer School will introduce your child to the world of Golf. Delivered by PGA Pro Douglas Bell, the 2 week course will teach your child all the basics of golf along with some tips and guides on how to get the most out of the game. A great group environment provides the perfect surroundings for your child to get the most out of this 2 weeks of Golf. Your child will work through a booklet to improve their game over 2 weeks. This course is all about fun and enjoyment. It will be split into 2 groups with the younger group going in the morning from 10-12 and the older children in the afternoon from 2-4.

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Every Monday to Friday in July and August. Children must bring their own packed lunch, warm clothes to change into after water sports, sun cream and sun hat. Some spending is permitted, pocket money is optional. No valuables. Time: Drop off at Warrenpoint baths at 9.30am Pick up at Warrenpoint baths at 5.00pm

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The summer residential camp is a full week residential camp arriving Monday morning and leaving for home on the Friday afternoon. All meals are provided at no additional cost. Bring plenty of towels, at least 2 per day, sun cream and sun hats, and plenty of warm clothes for after water sports. Bring plenty of clean socks and underwear. Pocket money is optional. NO VALUABLES.

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Wednesday 4th July is national Independents' Day 2012. A day to celebrate and support all the great and varied independent retailers in the UK. From the local weekly market to the boutique fashion store, we want to thank all the retailers who help make our towns and cities so special. We would like to celebrate Independents' Day in locations throughout the UK. Lots of towns are putting on special activities and events to encourage shoppers to buy from their local small shops on the day and we'll be helping get the message out nationally. Why get involved in Independents' Day? Show your support for your local retailers, encourage shoppers to your area, promote entrepreneurial independent business in your area, receive media coverage and be associated with a national campaign! If you are putting on an event please email the details to indieday@skillsmartretail.com by 14th May.

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Thursday 5th July from 2.00pm – 4.00pm: Scottish Country Tea Dance, Reivers House, Kilkeel. Monday 9th July from 11.00am to 1.00pm: Scottish Highland Dance Workshop,Reivers House, Kilkeel. Wednesday 11th July from 3.00pm to 5.00pm: Lambeg Drum Workshop, District Field, Manse Road, Kilkeel.Wednesday 11th July from 6.45pm to 7.45 pm: music in Lower Square, Kilkeel. The main attraction is on Wednesday 11th July from 7.30pm when the Schomberg Fife and Drum band leads the 11th Night Pageant featuring fifes, drums, marching bands of all genres, including a massed flute band, traditional army battle train, foot soldiers, living history displays, an Ulster Scots Float, horses and Scottish Highland Dancers through the town centre to the District Field, Manse Road. Following dispersal of the Pageant at approx 9.30pm there will be an Ulster Scots Open Air Concert featuring Scottish Highland Dancing and an Ulster Scots Folk Group, as well as a Bonfire and a Fireworks Extravaganza.

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A FREE fun packed two day event aimed solely at the youth from the ages of Tots - Teens. The festival will be broken in to three different coloured zones for tiny tots, babies, kids, and teens so that each event is for that age group. The core focus of the festival is to promote cross community integration and educating young people through a range of FUN activities. These activities aim to support and encourage key areas such as road safety, business and entrepreneurship, social inclusion, alcohol and drug awareness, health and well-being, sports, music, arts and dance. Please check our facebook, website, twitter and local press for more acts taking part.

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Discover the exhilarating activity of Mountain Biking in the tranquil Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland on this 1 day Beginners Learn Mountain Biking - Personal Skills course. With the aid of our skilled and passionate intructors you'll not only enjoy guided trails of the local area but also develop all the basics required to continue enjoying the activity in complete confidence. Is this course for me? Definitely! Ideal for either complete beginners or those who have tried Mountain Biking before including individuals, groups or clubs wishing to move to the next level.Located at our Adventure Centre in the fishing village of Annalong on the Mourne Coastline at the edge of the stunning Mourne Mountains and Mourne Coastal Plain, the Centre is perfectly suited for all levels of Mountain Biking all year round. Suitable for complete beginners and those who want to improve existing beginners skills.Minimum age 12.

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Are your children interested in their local wildlife and the environment? Enspire is running 'Finn's Fab Forest' week-long Summer Scheme. Enough to keep even the biggest nature fans occupied! Spending summer at home this year has never been so exciting - children can meet new friends, have fun with wildlife games and activities and help learn how to care for the planet! The 5 day summer scheme is aimed at children aged between 7-12 years of age. Each day starts at 10am and finishes at 2pm. The week will inlcude a mixture of games and crafts and hands-on activities such as building bird cakes, mini-beast hunts and pond dipping.

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Join us at Slieve Gullion to learn all about the past people of Slieve Gullion. Many thousands of years ago, early people left behind lots of clues as to how they lived, including the highest passage grave in Ireland on the mountain's summit! This is a fun family event where all get a chance to 'dig' for real tools used by people 6000 years ago. In Slieve Gullion's ancient woodland take part in fun games and activities such as pretending to be early man hunters, making a hut and building a passage grave.

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The camps return to the beautiful Slieve Gullion forest! They are especially designed for adventurous children aged 3 to 8 years and all activities take place in the forest park itself, come rain or shine! Organised and run by experienced Sticky Fingers staff, each camp features a wide range of enjoyable arts activities. Children spend their time painting, exploring, modelling with clay, singing, enjoying stories and generally being creative in the open air.Sticky Fingers is well known for its innovative work with children in schools, playgroups and the community and, of course, for hosting the Sticky Fingers Festival, which takes place each year throughout October. Drawing on this expertise, the summer camps have been developed following continual requests from parents to provide holiday activities. Places are limited and are on a first come basis. Prior booking is essential. Children need a packed lunch, sun cream and wet weather gear. DRESS FOR MESS.

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This Summer School will introduce your child to the world of Golf. Delivered by PGA Pro Douglas Bell, the 2 week course will teach your child all the basics of golf along with some tips and guides on how to get the most out of the game. A great group environment provides the perfect surroundings for your child to get the most out of this 2 weeks of Golf. Your child will work through a booklet to improve their game over 2 weeks. This course is all about fun and enjoyment. It will be split into 2 groups with the younger group going in the morning from 10-12 and the older children in the afternoon from 2-4.

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This competition is open to all ages. Have you got what it takes to be the master of our par 3 course and be crowned Open Champion 2012? The format will include 3 rounds on day 1 with handicaps being awarded for day 2. The champion will be the top performer on day 2 once handicap points are applied. Call today for more information.

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Organised by Kilkeel Development Association Ltd

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The Fiddler's Green Festival has come a long way in the last 25 years. It began as a one day event, progressed to a weekend one and now extends to eight days and seven nights of music, culture and craic. With up to 200 events the festival caters for music fanatics, families who wish to enjoy a safe, child focused festival, and those who come just to soak up the scenery, the friendliness and the free outdoor music.

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Sticky Fingers Summer Camp returns to the beautiful Slieve Gullion forest! The camps are especially designed for adventurous children aged 3 to 8 years and all activities take place in the forest park itself, come rain or shine! Organised and run by experienced Sticky Fingers staff, each camp features a wide range of enjoyable arts activities. Children spend their time painting, exploring, modelling with clay, singing, enjoying stories and generally being creative in the open air. Sticky Fingers is well known for its innovative work with children in schools, playgroups and the community and, of course, for hosting the Sticky Fingers Festival, which takes place each year throughout October. Drawing on this expertise, the summer camps have been developed following continual requests from parents to provide holiday activities. Places are limited and are on a first come basis. Prior booking is essential!Children need a packed lunch, sun cream and wet weather gear. DRESS FOR MESS.

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Get ready for the 2012 Olympics just in time for the opening ceremony with the Slieve Martin Dash. Organised by 26Extreme. See website for event information.

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This is Rostrevor Art Group’s main event to celebrate their forty years which coincides with Fiddler's Green Festival and at which they propose to launch their own website, produce a history of the group's forty years and other activities (still to be finalised). The group work mostly in oil and watercolour and many of their paintings will depict the local landscape. There are seventeen members in the group and the group was set up to provide a place where local artists could meet to paint and exchange ideas. Today the members have been painting for at least ten years, but some for much longer, with two of our founding members Mairead Murphy and Ann Morgan still painting with the group after forty years. Two new members joined last year and there is a waiting list. The Group meet every Tuesday night at 8p.m. in St. Bronagh’s Social Club, Mary Street, Rostrevor.

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Fully guided bus tour taking in the most impressive sights and monuments the Ring of Gullion has to offer. A local guide will lead you on your journey through the breathtaking landscape of the area whilst enlightening you about the rich natural, built, archaeological and cultural heritage, not forgetting the many myths and legends in which the area is steeped. Last year Una Walsh left everyone on the bus tours filled with a new found enthusiasm for history and heritage as she brought historical characters, buildings and history to life. The coach will start at Bagenal's Castle in Newry, Una will spend the morning regaling tales of south Armagh, and, after lunch in Crossmaglen, we will start the return leg. Please wear appropriate clothing for the outdoors as we will be walking across rough ground for some stop

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Enjoy watching the Sailing in the 2012 Olympics then come to watch the Fiddler's Green Race. Sunday 29th July. Starts: 2pm. Location: Killowen to Rostrevor. A spectacular race to end the local Fiddler's Green Festival held in Rostrevor. The race starts in Killowen and travels down to Rostrevor. For more information contact Kieran Cranley at Carlingford Lough Yacht Club on 028 417 38457 or via email on kierancranley@aol.com.

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This is a 4 mile walk passing Carrigan Flax Mill, down to Carrigan Lake, back to the old Reilig and return to Carrive Scrapyard.

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This Summer School will introduce your child to the world of Golf. Delivered by PGA Pro Douglas Bell, the 2 week course will teach your child all the basics of golf along with some tips and guides on how to get the most out of the game. A great group environment provides the perfect surroundings for your child to get the most out of this 2 weeks of Golf. Your child will work through a booklet to improve their game over 2 weeks. This course is all about fun and enjoyment. It will be split into 2 groups with the younger group going in the morning from 10-12 and the older children in the afternoon from 2-4.

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1st August: Crubeen and friends. 2nd August: Annual Walk to St. Monninna's Well. 3rd August: Song, stories and craic with Billy Finnegan and Tom O'Rourke with Joe Dolan tribute. 5th August: Essence Concert with Paul Redmond and Karen Lynch.

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Enjoy the 2012 Olympic rowing competition? If so why not come and see the Irish International Currach Championship. Teams from Ireland, U.S.A and England including Oxford, Cambridge, Trinity and Queens University compete in male & female singles, male & female doubles, mixed doubles, male threes, female threes, mixed threes. The event ends on Sunday with an International threes race. A number of culture events are also organised on Saturday and Sunday evenings.

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Tanglewood Music, Comedy and Arts Festival is in its second year running with a sell-out success in 2011. Providing camping facilities, this year there will be over 50 acts on the Saturday including the finest local talent as well as bigger names. For more information please go to website or check their Faceook/Twiiter pages.

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This year's festival has a large range of events which cater for all ages. The programme includes children's events, teenage bands, drama workshops and dancing classes. Free musical entertainment from the new stage on the Square, caters for all tastes with pop, rock, blues, country and traditional Irish music. Other events include the spectacular fireworks extravaganza at the Marina. Sporting fans have a choice of boxing, GAA, soccer, bowls, wrestling and angling tournaments and back with a bang with a fun filled obstable course promises to provide family fun for everyone.

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Organised by 26Extreme. See website for event information.

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Can you beat our PGA Pro Dougie Bell? Dougie will set a score to beat by playing a round in the morning. It is then an open competition to anyone to try and beat Dougie’s score. You will have 2 attempts by playing 2 rounds and there will be a prize for anyone who can beat the score. This competition is open to all ages.

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The award-winning bootcamp week from Ireland's top health, fitness and weight loss bootcamp.

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This Summer School will introduce your child to the world of Golf. Delivered by PGA Pro Douglas Bell, the 2 week course will teach your child all the basics of golf along with some tips and guides on how to get the most out of the game. A great group environment provides the perfect surroundings for your child to get the most out of this 2 weeks of Golf. Your child will work through a booklet to improve their game over 2 weeks. This course is all about fun and enjoyment. It will be split into 2 groups with the younger group going in the morning from 10-12 and the older children in the afternoon from 2-4.

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Organised by Kilkeel Development Association Ltd.

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Hacking, killing, stealing and plundering! Enspire's Viking event instroduces all who dare to Ireland's most feared invaders. Come join us to discover the truth about the Norsemen, learn the Viking War Chant, write a secret Viking message and leave Slieve Gullion in runes!

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A 4 mile walk by a well-known cave, rath and quarry.

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Organised by Kilkeel Development Association Ltd. For more information visit Facebook -Kingdom of Mourne Festival 2012.

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Explore the jewel in the crown of the Ring of Gullion on Saturday 1st September on a guided walk to the summit of Slieve Gullion!Bring all the family along to enjoy the landscape and embrace breathtaking views of the Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty as your guides lead you on your journey at a gentle pace. Starting from Slieve Gullion Forest Park Car Park, follow forest trails and mountain paths to the summit of Slieve Gullion whilst learning about the area as you walk. This 'walk and talk' style ramble gives the whole family an oppurtunity to learn about the Ring of Gullion and explore the great ourdoors together.

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Join 150 inspirational teams from all walks of life, take on the stunning Mourne Mountains & Cooley Peninsula and achieve something incredible. Trailtrekker is an exhilarating challange for teams of 2 to 4 people! You can choose from two challenges - the 100km or the 50km. The 100km is the ultimate challenge! The 50km takes in the best bits of the 100km route and provides a great day out! Participants of all levels of experience are welcome to take part, from the complete novice to the most seasoned hill walkers and adventure race participants. All teams commit to fundraising for Oxfam. With training just about anyone can take part!Oxfam will assist you with fundraising activities, training plans and a training walk will be provided. The event starts in Newcastle, Co. Down and finishes in Carlingford, Co. Louth. The route follows the Mourne Mountains, the Ring of Gullion and Cooley Peninsula. If you want to get fit, have fun and support a great cause then look no further!

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This tournament sees Kelly's Golf Centre Juniors take on a team of Adults to see who will win Kelly's Ryder Cup.

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90k cycle tour from Crossmaglen to Newtwonhamilton, on to Mountnorris for tea and sandwiches and stop at Millenium Hall. Then its on up the five mile hill to Camlough, Meigh, Forkhill, Mullaghbawn, Silverbridge and back to Crossmaglen for soup and sandwiches. This is a tough cycle with a lot of hill climbing, suitable for experienced cyclists who have done plenty of training. All proceeds go to the club's designated charities and funds raised from this cycle go tosupporting blind and partially sighted people.

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Well-established and ever popular 3 day hill walking festival with three grades of walks to suit every need in the magnificent Mourne Mountains, Cooley Mountains and Slieve Gullion. Low level history and Smuggler's walks. Blister Ball Saturday evening.

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Fully guided bus tour taking in the most impressive sights and monuments the Ring of Gullion has to offer. A local guide will lead you on your journey through the breathtaking landscape of the area whilst enlightening you about the rich natural, built, archaeological and cultural heritage, not forgetting the many myths and legends in which the area is steeped. Last year Una Walsh left everyone on the bus tours filled with a new found enthusiasm for history and heritage as she brought historical characters, buildings and history to life.The coach trip will start at Bagenal's Castle in Newry, Una will spend the morning regaling tales of South Armagh and after lunch in Crossmaglen we will start the return leg. Please wear appropriate clothing for the outdoors as we will be walking across rough ground for some stops.

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This restored Clachan has seven vernacular houses beside the KIlkeel River. It is a rare survivor from days past; there will be refreshments (free), tours, music and crafts. Follow the brown signs from Newcastle Road, Kilkeel. Good parking, riverwalk and dogs welcome.

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Children's austerity arts and crafts

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Turas bus stairiúil go hiomlán faoi threoir na Gaeilge atá ag tabhairt cuairt ar na radharcanna áille and séadchomharthaí atá ar fáil i bhFáinne Cnoc Shliabh gCuillinn. Beidh treoraí áitiúil ann chun tú a threorú ar do thuras frí thírdhreach sárálainn na háite agus tú a chur ar an eolas fá oidhreacht saibhre, nádúrtha, thógtha, seandálaíochta agus chultúrtha gan neamhaird a dhéanamh ar an oiread sin miotas agus finscéaltaí ina bhfuil an ceantar sáite. This coach trip will start at Bagenal's Castle in Newry. Please wear appropriate clothing for the outdoors as we will be walking across rough ground for some stops.

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Free Tours of the Museum

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The NSPCC Challenge HACK (Hike Against Cruelty to Kids) is back in the Mournes for 2012! Following the success of last year's event, 15 September will see walkers take on either a 12 mile or 20 mile sponsored challenge walk through the spectacular Mourne Mountains in aid of NSPCC.

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Get healthy the fun and sustainable way with NI Bootcamp.

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Avast ye land lubbers! This be 'Talk like a Pirate Day' and the Pirate Ship 'Enspire' has anchored at Slieve Gullion in search of treasure!!!Come with your swords, maps, eye patches and parrots to help the 'Enspire' crew discover the treasure deep in the magical forest.Games and activities throughout the challenge! Tea and coffee for all daring pirate Mums and Dads. Please book early as there are limited places available.

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Evening explorers join the Butterfly Conservation Officer, Catherine Bertrand and team to delve into the nocturnal world of moths and bats. Then come back in the morning to see what has crept in overnight. Opening a moth trap in the autumn is like opening up a box of fallen leaves. Moths are masters of disguise and our autumn moths come in all sorts of beautiful yellows, browns, oranges and blacks to fit in with the colours of the season. Will you be able to spot the cryptic Pink-barred Sallow, the delicate Feathered Thorn or the strangely shaped Angle Shades? Suitable for families and anyone with a general interest in wildlife.

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Larger than life, Finn Mc Cool is said to have once ridden his horse through the forest to the top of Slieve Gullion. Many of the trees living there today are very, very old… are they as old as Finn? Many of the trees are very tall… do you think they could be as tall as Finn? Why not join Enspire’s guides to learn all there is to know about the fabulous trees at Slieve Gullion and then return to the courtyard for fun games, art and drama. Please book early as there are limited places available.

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A 5 mile walk by the Cully water, Knoc na Luba and the Plantation; return to Carrive Grove.

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Fuel the fun in Europe’s largest indoor karting venue. At Formula Karting we have 3 tracks spanning over 1km of racing space. Specialising in group bookings and corporate team building, hen/stags, sports clubs, schools and youth groups. Our Summer Racing Scheme is for children 8-18 years of age. This scheme is two and a half hours of racing fun and great value for money. Be sure to book your child’s place by calling us on 028 302 66220 or email info@formula-karting.com

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What a celebration it is going to be! Sticky Fingers is 10 years old and our festival is 5 years old!We are celebrating in style with a month-long party and we would love you to join us!We like surprises so we cannot tell you just yet everything that will be happening but we can tell you that the fabulous Pumpkin Patch and the scary Haunted Market will return, only bigger and better! Keep an eye on our website to find out details of this year's amazing programme. It will be available from mid-August. We look forward to seeing you this year again for a whole month of fun and amazing performances and workshops!

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Join the Ulster Wildlife Trust to explore the changes that take place in Kilbroney Park in autumn, on a fun scavenger hunt for all the family. Search for seeds, fallen leaves and signs of wildlife activity as you put your sleuthing skills to the test.

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Join us to put pen to paper, brush to paint, chalk to board and help us create a mountain sized pieces of art that even the 'GIANT' Finn Mac Cool would be proud of. 'DRAWING' on Slieve Gullion's history, wildlife and geology as inspiration. this 'BIG' art event will ensure taht the whole family have a 'GREAT' time together creating 'MONSTER' pieces of art. Come dressed to get messed and ready to explore the big outdoors for ideas.

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Did you know that nearly 60 million years ago Slieve Gullion was a huge volcano? In fact, geologists from all over the world have visited the Ring of Gullion to help them understand how the world has been shaped by fire and lava! This is a fun-filled and fact-finding day out for all those budding young scientists out there. Through fun drama, games and art activities, we invite you to learn more about how this ancient mountain was formed and discover that rocks and crystals are in fact really fascinating and not just pieces of stone!

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The people who built the highest surviving passage tomb in Ireland at the top of Slieve Gullion must have been astronomers, they knew about the Winter Solstice, where the sun would set, and they built a passage tomb taking advantage of the setting sun on the shortest day of the year to illuminate the chamber inside. This took precise astronomical observations and must have been extremely important to local people at the time. So, if you want to walk in the footsteps of your ancestors, albeit with telescopes and binoculars, join us to look up into the sky to learn a little bit more about what's out there.

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This is a five mile walk, see the old relic, down to Cashel Crossroads where dances were held in years gone by, onto the famous lakes and Cashel Bridge; return to Carrive Scrapyard.

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This Halloween, Enspire needs the help of all witches, vampires, ghosts and ghouls as there are enchanted children trapped on the Mountain! Are you brave enough to help save all from the witch of Sleive Gullion and help solve the clues along the spine-chilling forest trail? Watch out for all of the wild things in the forest that go bump in the night! Includes: Frightening forest walk, spooky games, terrifying Halloween arts and crafts, prizes for the best fancy dress. Adults encouraged to wear fancy dress too! Tea and coffee for all adults!

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Bookings via website and by appointment only. Book early to avoid disappointment!

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Organised by Bosco drama group. Footloose has never been done in Newry City before, so it is an exciting opportunity for our young people to be involved in this show.

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Fully guided bus tour taking in the most impressive sights and monuments the Ring of Gullion and Mourne has to offer. A local guide will lead you on your journey through the breathtaking landscape of the area whilst enlightening you about the rich natural, built, archaeological and cultural heritage, not forgetting the many myths and legends in which the area is steeped. Last year Una Walsh left everyone on the bus filled with a new found enthusiasm for history and heritage as she brought historical characters, buildings and history to life. The coach trip will start at Bagenal's Castle in Newry, Una will spend the morning regaling tales of South Armagh, and, after a packed lunch back in Newry, a local guide will take us on a journey where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea. Please wear appropriate clothing for the outdoors as we will be walking across rough ground for some stops.

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This is a five mile walk, see an old ancient fort, Tobar Doney holy well, old forge and lime kiln.

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Come celebrate National Tree Week with the Enspire team and help search for the red squirrels living in Slieve Gullion forest. Listen to fun stories, play fact-finding games and learn all about these rare and fascinating mammals. Discover why the red squirrels have been lost from so many other forests and how we can help care for them. Return from the forest trail to Slieve Gullion courtyard for fun art activities, including making a squirrel mask and planting tree seeds to take home. Please book early as there are limited places available.

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Organised by Bessbrook Development Company and hosted by Bessbrook Methodists.

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Set on the summit of Slieve Gullion is the highest surviving passage tomb in Ireland. It is known locally as 'the Calliagh Berra's House'. And every year in the Winter Solstice the setting sun illuminates the passage inside. The stone monument dates to between 4000 B.C. and 2500 B.C... making it up to 6000 years old. That could be 3000 years older than the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt and nearly 4000 years older than England's Stonhenge! Or as old as them anyway...The tomb is aligned to the setting sun at the Winter Solstice. It is breathtaking when the sun finally hits the back of the chamber and it is amazing just how bright it gets. We will be taking three guided walks on the 20th, 21st and 22nd of December. You can choose which day you would like to go on the bookings page. Please wear appropriate clothing, and it is dusk when we descend so experienced people only.

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Santa's in trouble! Can you help save Christmas? Enspire's 'Winter Wonderland' event will take you and your family on a magical Christmas journey through Slieve Gullion's forest. Children not only hunt for clues to help Santa but throughout their journey they learn about the forest's wildlife and take part in fun games. Back at the courtyard, children have an opportunity to make their own special Christmas decorations, meet Santa, recieve a small present and sing Christmas carols. Tea and coffee for all adult helpers.

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This is a five mile walk,past Quilly Museum, up SLieve More, down by Clover Hill Golf Course, and onto Kil na Cru; return to Carrive Scrapyard.

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