Medieval Herb Garden – opening soon!

An interactive exhibition in our botanic garden. Discover the many uses of medieval herbs that would have been grown in medieval castle gardens. Feel, smell and experience the textures and aromas of the plants. Dress up in medieval costumes for photo opportunities in our garden.
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SOLO EXHIBITION by Amanda Davidson

We are delighted to host a solo exhibition by Amanda from Dragonfly Art Studio in Crossgar. When? 20th May to 3rd June 2024 Amanda says “I began drawing and painting animals in 2019. Starting in pencil, pastels, and watercolors and now have moved on to painting with my favorite medium oil on canvas. I drew […]
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Would you like to NAME our VOLUNTEER RABBIT?

Our special volunteer Netherland Dwarf rabbit needs to be named! She will then start attending Reading Sessions at our Rabbit Hutch Library! Would you like to suggest a name for her? Call into the Centre before Wednesday 29th May to select a name. The winner will also receive a cuddly toy rabbit of their own. […]
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RABBIT HUTCH LIBRARY

Call in anytime to have a read and maybe even meet our Volunteer Rabbit – see later section! Why not meet up with friends and have a chat while the children have fun looking at our books and exploring our dressing up box? During the summer we will have story telling sessions. Do you know […]
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LEO CASEMENT EXHIBITION

LEO CASEMENT returned with a small exhibition in our Sitting Room Gallery.   The paintings depict rural and industrial scenes with the iconic drumlins, the glacial features created during the Ice Age and vibrant colours that accentuate story and tradition.
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WOMEN OF IRELAND SERIES

It’s time to talk about the women of Ireland – their bravery and brilliance! Let’s look at what they achieved – despite men looking over their shoulders! WHAT? Three talks by Clive Scoular., followed by much chat & discussion! Talk 1 – Sarah Purser (1848 – 1943) Never heard of Sarah? Attend and you will […]
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FRENCH and ITALIAN Classes in JUNE 2024

Our Tuesday French classes with Thomas continue from 4 – 5pm on 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th June. These have been extremely popular and you are most welcome to join at any time.   Our Thursday Italian classes with Thomas continue from 4 – 5pm on 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th June. Again, you are […]
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HOLIDAY SPANISH in MAY

Our Spanish tutor is unable to give exact dates for the end of May / start of June classes until much nearer the time – we hope to still offer these classes and will update you if/when they are confirmed. In the meantime, Patricia has kindly offered to run a course of 6 classes over […]
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