November 2023 Guided Walks will take place on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November. Departing from the Visitor Centre at 12noon each day. Good walking shoes and appropriate clothing should be worn. These walks are not suitable for buggies or wheelchair users. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
November 26th 2023, 12 noon – 4pm
15 Minute Talk
Ministers O’Brien & Noonan confirm agreement to purchase Dowth Hall demesne, Co Meath and establishment of a new National Park Noting it as a once-in-a-generation opportunity, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O Brien, TD, today confirmed the State’s purchase of the World Heritage lands of Dowth Hall and demesne, including Netterville, in
Join us on Wednesday, 30th August at 7pm for our last Evening Lecture of the Summer.
Beekeeping: a hobby
Saturday 12th August 11am-4pm Wool Experience Demonstration, Spinning and Weaving 12noon “Focus On” Talk – Ringforts 4pm Afternoon Talk – Archaeology of the Park Sunday 13th August 11am Guided Walk (weather permitting) 2pm “Focus On” Talk – Ringforts 1pm-2.30pm Traditional Irish Music 3.30pm Marconi Walk (Please note: this walk will take place at the Derrigimlagh
Join us on Wednesday, 16th August at 7pm for our Evening Lecture, “Mountain Safety and the History of the Galway Mountain Rescue Team” with Peter Strange.
Recent visitors to Connemara National Park may have noticed the new plaque on the wall of the administration building near the Visitor Centre. This building was previously part of the St Joseph’s Industrial School, which was used as the school’s infirmary. The Park Office, as we call it today, played a very significantly role in