Bellsgrove is precisely at the
Gateway to the Lakelands. Discover the magic and
mystery of this ancient county - take to the water
or lose yourself in its forests just 3 minutes
walk away.
In Co Cavan there is something interesting around
every corner; gently sloping landscapes, a lake
for everyday of the year and winding rivers. Just
at the back of Bellsgrove the Rampart River winds
its way into Lough Ramor.
Co Cavan is a great setting
for water sports of all kinds, fishing, all year
round adventure sports and pleasure cruising.
Golfing at the Park Hotel Virginia, Headfort in
Kells and Cavan Golf Course is a popular choice
and hill walking are available close by if a holiday
close to water is not on the visitor's agenda.
Theatre lovers will be especially
pleased with our Ramor Theatre, located in the
centre of Virginia along the banks of the Rampart
River. List of upcoming events will be posted
on this site.
Shoppers can take the bus to
Cavan, Navan or Dublin. Bus stop again is only
minutes away. Relax and enjoy bird’s eye
view of Lough Ramor on the southern side of route
to Dublin and pass through” the beautiful
county of Meath”. Tara is also to your right
on this bus route
Things to do in
Virginia
Ramor Theatre
Main St t: +353 (0)49 8547074 Click here http://www.ramortheatre.ie/calendar.html
Virginia Golf Club
t: +353 (0)49 8548066
Angling Click
here
http://www.cavantourism.com/html/angling_virginia_bailie.asp
www.cavanmusic.com
has festival updates.
"When Four of the Worlds
top traditional musicians, of the calibre of Kevin
Conneff ( vocals/bodhran), Gerry O Connor (fiddle),
Paul McGrattan (flute) and Breton Giles Le Bigot
(guitarist), come together to form a new group
you know you are in for something very special
and that's exactly what you get with the Tradition
Club “ Their combined talents provide for
a vibrant and exciting live show of music and
song."
Kevin Conneff the voice and rhythm of the Chieftains
band ,Dundalk Fiddler O'Connor joins with long-time
accomplice, Breton guitarist Giles Le Bigot and
Dublin flute player Paul McGrattan to perform
in Crowes Corner Ballyjamesduff Co Cavan on Friday
9th May 9.30pm start
Tickets €15 at door .
pre book 086 2342270 or on sale in Crowes .
Promoted By Nyah ,Sponsored by Cavan Co Council
Arts Office, Crowe,s Corner, Deis Arts Council,
Wrangler Footwear,Failte Ireland and Shannonside
NorthernSound Radio.
Kevin Conneff ,
Kevin was born in Donore, a rare musical suburb
of Dublin and one of the city's most historical
places. At first a jazz fan, Kevin discovered
traditional music in his teens, and soon learnt
to play the bodhrán and developed his singing,
particularly sean nós, influenced by Paddy
Tunney and Christy Moore.
Joined the Chieftains group in 1976 .
Kevin's singing is in the old style which reflects
interpretation and is generally unaccompanied.
On the bodhrán, he can demonstrate a subtle
rhythm or really heat things up. Kevin has also
released a solo album, 'The Week Before Easter'
. www.thechieftains.com
Paul McGrattan
Comes from Dublin's northside, has been playing
flute since an early age and is now regarded as
one of the top traditional flute players in Ireland.
His first influence was the South Donegal fiddle
tradition, which he heard on his holidays in the
area as a child, later influences were his uncle
Paddy Treacy, Seán Potts and Sligo flute
player John Egan. As well as a duet album with
Paul O'Shaughnessy "Within a Mile of Dublin'
he has also released a fine solo album 'The Frost
is All Over'. When not performing with the group
Paul spends much of his time teaching the next
generation of flute players.
Gilles Le Bigot
Originating from Saint-Brieuc (Department Côtes
d’Armor), he adopted the guitar in 1972
at the age of 13..He then discovers the Fest-Noz,
at first as a dancer, and later as a musician,
accompanying the group of singers Les Pillotouses
(1976), and then playing with the group GALLORN
(1978). Self-taught man, these two experiences
lead him to adopt the open tuning and to develop
a guitar playing adapted to the Breton music.
www.skolvan.com
Gerry O'Connor
"Sparkling" " Immaculate"
and with "Dazzling Ability" were words
used recently by the national Press to describe
the music of Gerry O'Connor, one of Ireland's
most outstanding fiddle players. His family has
played fiddle for at least four generations and
Gerry is able to draw on this wealth of music
learned from his mother Rose O'Connor Later he
came under the influence of Joe Gardiner the great
Sligo fiddle player, who lived in Dundalk for
many years. Gerry breathes new life and intensity
into many long forgotten tunes from his home area
in the North East of Ireland. His unique personal
style and splendidly fluid bow-hand combined with
technical virtuosity have brought him to concert
stages throughout the world and have earned him
international renown. Over the years Gerry has
brought his vibrant fiddle music to Siberia, Denmark,
Sweden, Italy Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Norway,
Brittany and Spain. www.gerryoconnor.net
Festivals/Events
inVirginia
Killinkere Whit Jamboree
Usually June Bank Holiday Weekend
Killinkere Leisure Centre t: +353 (0)49 8547864
Fashion show, parachuting, hot air balloon display,
kids entertainment;
face painting, playmaking, bouncy castle, live
music.
Virginia Fair
Usually the end of June
A reconstruction of Virginia's original 'Fairday'
with animals, trading on the street, craft demonstration
and entertainment.
Usually the end of August
Virginia Agricultural Show
Regarded as one of the leading agricultural shows,
Virginia Show is in its 66th year growing in stature
and importance. There are over 450 classes with
over EUR50,000 prize money. The Show promises
to be an outstanding event showcasing Ireland's
finest livestock. In addition, there are classes
for garden produce, home industries, fruit and
flowers, photography, handwriting, dogs and pets.
Many producers will offer home produced food so
visitors can savour the flavour and bring home
fresh high quality food.
The highlight of the day is the crowning of the
24th Baileys Irish Champion Dairy Cow.
Full details from the Show Office
t:+353 (0)049 8547197 Fax t: +353 (0)49 8548308
e: virginiashow@eircom.net or
http://www.virginiashow.com
Virginia Pumpkin Festival
Usually the end of October
www.virginiapumpkinfest.org http://www.virginiapumpkinfest.org
Things to do near
Virginia
The Causey Farm
Girley, Fordstown, Navan, Co Meath
t: +353 (0)46 34135 e: info@causeyexperience.com
Be Irish for a day on the Causey Farm. A hands-on
insight into life with an Irish farming family.
Cut turf in the bog, make brown bread, speak Gaeilge
(Irish), play hurling, work a sheepdog, dance
an Irish jig, make a sugan rope, milk a cow, play
the bodhran, eat wholesome Irish food and enjoy
a traditional Irish ceili.
Be Irish for a Day runs every
Saturday from June to September. The day starts
at 2pm and finishes around 8pm. Other days can
be arranged on request. Tea and scones and four
course traditional Irish meal included.
Ross House Equestrian
Centre
Mountnugent,
County Cavan,
IRELAND
Tel/Fax (+353)(0)49 8540218
email rosshouse@eircom.net
http://www.ross-house.com/
Bailieborough Swimming
Pool & Leisure Centre
Chapel Road
Bailieborough
Co Cavan
t: +353 (0)42 966 6644
Leisure centre with gym, 20m swimming, kiddie
pool, steamroom, jacuzzi and sauna.
Virginia Golf Club (9
Hole)
t: +353 (0)49 8548066
Nine hole parkland course with narrow tree lined
fairways overlooking Lough Ramor
Length of Course 4139m (4,484 yards). Par 64
Headfort Golf
Club
Kells, Co.Meath, Ireland
Tel: +353 (0)46 9240146
Fax: +353 (0)46 9249282
Email: info@headfortgolfclub.ie
http://www.headfortgolfclub.ie/
