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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T133000
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SUMMARY:Technology\, Ecology and Stories on All Saints Bog.
DESCRIPTION:Join Banagher Tidy Towns and the National Parks & Wildlide Service for an exploration of All Saints Bog. Witness the healing of this a special area of conservation. Share your bog stories over tea. Appropriate clothing & footwear essential. A moderate level of fitness is required.\n\nDate/Time/Location: Sunday 26th July 2026 at 1:30pm. Meeting at Top Oil Service Station on Birr Rd\, Banagher for carpooling to the site.\n\nEnquiries: Therese at 085 1403853
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/technology-ecology-and-stories-on-all-saints-bog/
LOCATION:Top Oil Service Station\, Birr Rd\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T082338Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Blacksmiths
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Banagher!\nFollowing the huge success of last year’s Blacksmithing Demonstration Forged in Ireland\, will be back with a bang! This year they will host a variety of skilled blacksmiths and traditional craft experts from all over for a jam-packed weekend filled with the art of forging\, blacksmithing skills\, competitions\, and much more.\n\nSchedule: \n\nTime: Welcoming the public from 10 am\nLocation: The Barrack Yard\, Banagher\n\n Sunday\, July 26th – Open to the Public (10:30am – 5:00pm) \nLive forging demonstrations throughout the day. Sparks will fly – don’t miss it!\nGreat fun for all ages and a rare chance to see blacksmiths at work. \n10:30 pm – 4:00 pm – The Golden Anvil Challenge \nBlacksmiths will be given a set of challenges to compete in time \, the winner will take home the highly coveted Golden Anvil \n4:00pm to 6:00pm – Prize Giving  \nWhere all the winners get to take a bow and some very short speaches from the hard working crew \n\n\nFrom decorative ironwork to fire welding and sculpture\, you’ll witness the magic of this age-old craft up close and personal. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience something truly spectacular in Banagher in 2026!\n\nPrize giving 4 pm -6 pm
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/blacksmithing-demonstration/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T163000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20260618T135142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T135640Z
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SUMMARY:Basket Weaving Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Barry Noyce is a skilled Irish basket maker who works with traditional weaving techniques to create handcrafted baskets from natural materials. Passionate about preserving traditional craft skills\, Barry demonstrates the art of basket making\, sharing the techniques\, patience and craftsmanship involved in transforming willow and other natural materials into beautiful and functional pieces. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet Barry\, watch his work in action and learn more about this enduring rural craft tradition.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/basket-weaving-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T130958Z
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SUMMARY:Iron Ore Smelting
DESCRIPTION:At last year’s hugely successful Iron Ore Smelting demonstrations during the That Beats Banagher Festival\, the Shannon Iron Smelters were created. This year will again see several clay furnaces pumping out true Banagher iron\, with ore from the nearby bogs and possibly from the base of the Shannon! The Furnace Festival takes place next to the amazing blacksmiths of Forged in Ireland who demonstrate the skills involved in modern forging.\n\nDemonstrations Schedule:\nTime: Welcoming the public from 10 am to 6 pm\nLocation: The Barrack Yard\, Banagher\nFor more information see: \nhttps://www.furnacefestival.ie/
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/iron-ore-smelting-workshops-and-demonstrations/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260726T163000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20260705T083936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T073706Z
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SUMMARY:Traditional Woodcraft
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Woodworking Demonstration\nDiscover the skill and craftsmanship of traditional woodworking with Michael Potterton of Fiach Rua Timbercraft. Using hand tools\, axe work and age-old techniques\, Michael demonstrates the art of shaping timber while showcasing traditional woodworking methods and the ancient craft of Ogham carving. A fascinating insight into Ireland’s rich woodworking heritage and the enduring skills of our ancestors.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/traditional-woodcraft-2/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T180000
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CREATED:20250702T115522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T082622Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Blacksmiths
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Banagher!\nFollowing the huge success of last year’s Blacksmithing Demonstration Forged in Ireland\, will be back with a bang! This year they will host a variety of skilled blacksmiths and traditional craft experts from all over for a jam-packed weekend filled with the art of forging\, blacksmithing skills\, competitions\, and much more.\n\nSchedule: \n\nTime: Welcoming the public from 10:00 am\nLocation: The Barrack Yard\, Banagher\n\nSaturday 25th July – Open to the Public (10:00 am – 6:00 pm) \n10:00am to 4:00pm – Battle of the Blacksmiths  \nBattle of the blacksmiths irelands top blacksmiths will be competing in a series of fast paced forging challenges designed to test their skills \n4:00pm to 6:00pm – Chopping Competition \nChopping Competition – blacksmiths and bladesmiths and knifemakers will be competing on our custom built course to test our makers to the limi . \nLive forging demonstrations throughout the day. Sparks will fly – don’t miss it!\nGreat fun for all ages and a rare chance to see blacksmiths at work. \n\n\nFrom decorative ironwork to fire welding and sculpture\, you’ll witness the magic of this age-old craft up close and personal. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience something truly spectacular in Banagher in 2026!
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/battle-of-the-blacksmiths/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T170000
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CREATED:20260619T180615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T181051Z
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SUMMARY:Lorcan Dunne – Stone Carver & Sculptor
DESCRIPTION:Lorcan Dunne is a Westmeath-based stone carver and sculptor with over twenty years of experience working in architectural stone carving\, restoration and sculpture. Working primarily with Irish limestone\, Lorcan combines traditional stonemasonry skills with artistic craftsmanship\, creating both decorative and sculptural pieces by hand. During his demonstration\, visitors can watch the ancient craft of stone carving in action and gain an insight into the skill\, patience and precision required to transform raw stone into lasting works of art.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/lorcan-dunne-stone-carver-sculptor/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T163000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20260705T083804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T073753Z
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SUMMARY:Traditional Woodcraft
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Woodworking Demonstration\nDiscover the skill and craftsmanship of traditional woodworking with Michael Potterton of Fiach Rua Timbercraft. Using hand tools\, axe work and age-old techniques\, Michael demonstrates the art of shaping timber while showcasing traditional woodworking methods and the ancient craft of Ogham carving. A fascinating insight into Ireland’s rich woodworking heritage and the enduring skills of our ancestors.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/traditional-woodcraft/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260725T163000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20250704T090041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T135309Z
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SUMMARY:Straw Weaving Demo with Padraig Larkin
DESCRIPTION:Padraig Larkin – Traditional Straw Weaver & Basket Maker\nPadraig Larkin is a traditional basket and straw weaver based in Cloghan\, Co. Offaly. Working with willow\, hazel and oat straw\, he is passionate about preserving Ireland’s weaving heritage and sharing traditional skills with new generations. During his demonstration\, visitors can watch ancient Irish straw-weaving techniques come to life as Padraig creates beautiful handcrafted pieces using methods that have been passed down through the centuries
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/straw-weaving-demo-with-padraig-larkin-6/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20230613T154707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T085826Z
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SUMMARY:Straw Weaving Demo with Padraig Larkin
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy watching Padraig Larkin using ancient Irish straw-making techniques to make baskets and other items of interest. The demo will be free and available for everyone to view.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/straw-weaving-demo-with-padraig-larkin-5/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240727T180000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20230406T155737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T094538Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Blacksmiths
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Banagher!\nFollowing the huge success of last year’s Blacksmithing Demonstration with James O’Connor\, a master of traditional blacksmithing\, we’re bringing him back with a bang! This time\, James and Forged in Ireland will host a variety of skilled blacksmiths and traditional craft experts from all over\, for a jam-packed weekend filled with the art of forging\, blacksmithing skills\, competitions\, and much more.\n\n\nEnquiries to oconnorblacksmith@gmail.com \nSchedule: \n\nTime: Welcoming the public from 10 am\nLocation: The Barrack Yard\, Banagher\nWhat to expect: Craft Stalls from some of Ireland’s Most talented Artists\, Blacksmiths\, and Knifemakers. IABA Artist Blacksmith Competition and Forged in Irelands Battle of the Blacksmiths – for the Golden Anvil.\n\nCompetition Details\nThe Annual “Golden Anvil” Challenge \nSaturday 27th July\nFrom 1 pm on Saturday 27th\, there will be a series of fast-paced forging challenges. Testing the blacksmith’s forging skills\, until one is crowned “Forged In Ireland Champion”\n\nArtist Blacksmith Competition\nThe theme is “Growth” how you interpret this is up to you. Bring your finished entry with you or forge it on the day. Your entry must should be accompanied by a short note explaining the piece. The winner announced at 5 pm on Sunday\n\nBladesmiths Challenge \nBring your blades ready to go!!!\n\nFrom decorative ironwork to fire welding and sculpture\, you’ll witness the magic of this age-old craft up close and personal. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience something truly spectacular in Banagher in 2024!
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/blacksmithing-demonstration-2/
LOCATION:Banagher\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230716T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230716T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20230613T154921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T161938Z
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SUMMARY:Wool Spinning Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Join Seamus Kirwan in preserving the old craft of hand-spinning wool on spinning wheels\, drop spindles or walking wheel! \nCome along and enjoy the demonstration. Seamus will bring several different styles of spinning wheels and drop spindles to the workshop so you will also have the opportunity to try these skills. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn more about this traditional craft and connect with the history of wool spinning.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/wool-spinining-demonstration-2/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230715T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230715T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20230406T152638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T152638Z
UID:5340-1689418800-1689440400@thatbeatsbanagher.com
SUMMARY:Straw Weaving Demo with Padraig Larkin
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy watching Padraig Larkin using ancient Irish straw-making techniques to make baskets and other items of interest. The demo will be free and available for everyone to view.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/straw-weaving-demo-with-padraig-larkin-3/
LOCATION:Banagher\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230715T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230715T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20230613T154229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T162002Z
UID:5400-1689415200-1689440400@thatbeatsbanagher.com
SUMMARY:Wool Spinning Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Join Seamus Kirwan in preserving the old craft of hand-spinning wool on spinning wheels\, drop spindles or walking wheel! \nCome along and enjoy the demonstration. Seamus will bring several different styles of spinning wheels and drop spindles to the workshop so you will also have the opportunity to try these skills. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to learn more about this traditional craft and connect with the history of wool spinning.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/wool-spinining-demonstration/
LOCATION:Barrack Yard\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230416T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20230416T170000
DTSTAMP:20261006T074819
CREATED:20230406T152911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T164747Z
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SUMMARY:Straw Weaving Demo with Padraig Larkin
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy watching Padraig Larkin using ancient Irish straw-making techniques to make baskets and other items of interest. The demo will be free and available for everyone to view.
URL:https://thatbeatsbanagher.com/event/straw-weaving-demo-with-padraig-larkin-4/
LOCATION:Banagher\, Banagher\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Demonstration
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