• The Cloak of Wisdom

    Castlewellan lodge, 1 Dublin Rd, Castlewellan BT31 9AG

    Through a blend of storytelling, live music and visual imagery, let yourself be wrapped in tales of land, birth, death, magic, and madness. The cloak of Wisdom promises to be a transformative experience, sparking discussion and inviting audiences to rethink their understanding of the feminine story. This brings the Dolmen’s Imbolic mini fest to a […]

  • Launch of Energy Master Plan

    Burrendale hotel 51 Castlewellan Road Newcastle Co Down Northern Ireland BT33 0JY, United Kingdom

    The Dolmens will be launching its community energy masterplan. This marks the final stage of the network's work with Action Renewables. Attendees can expect an overview of the master plan, key technical findings,  insights into local energy use and an outline of the practical steps required to develop a viable community energy project.

  • Fruit Tree Grafting

    Fully booked -  Creative Villages Dundrum and Dolmens Climate Change Network are collaborating on bringing a funded Fruit Tree Grafting Event on Saturday 4th April 2-4 pm to  Castlewellan Community Allotments. Our tutor is Alberto Oscoz from Comber Community Gardens. After the course, you will get your own grafted apple tree in a pot. All […]

  • May Day Conversations & Celebrations

    Castlewellan Library Main St,, Castlewellan

    Stories, folklore, memories & song. Celebrate Bealtaine and local May day traditions. Come along to the library with your curiosity and memories of May Fair, Bolleying and our mythology. Connect into the spirit of  Bealtaine. Conversations and Celebrations on Bealtaine through sharing memories, folklore, story and maybe even a song.

  • Capstones & Cowbells

    Turnip House 64 Dromara Rd,, Castlewellan

    The magic that is Bealtaine. An evening of story, song, fire & dance with Sinead McAleavey of Tumbling Paddy and Ciara Delaney of BodySong.          

  • Dawn Chorus Mindful walk

    Bunkers Hill Bunkers Hill,, Castlewellan

    Early birds and nature lovers. Guided mindful walk to appreciate the sonoric beauty of the dawn chorus, with Veronica Ellis. Meet at the playground. Bring warm layers & a hot drink      

  • Bealtaine Meitheal – Hands-on nature

    Bann Road Park 'n' Share Parking Bann Road, CAstlewellan

    Come ready for muddy feet and a joyful heart to work among the trees. Read the landscape looking to the past of Slieve Croob, be present for the panting of a ceremonial hawthorn and be part of cultivating seven circles for Flax and Woad with ambition for future sustainable fibres. Meet at the Park and […]