Once upon a time...a week of storytelling and pilgrimage in the West of Ireland with Megan Mc Kenna

Once upon a time...a week of storytelling and pilgrimage in the West of Ireland with Megan Mc Kenna

Megan McKenna Join with Megan for a week of pilgrimage, and storytelling in the wild and wonderful Gaeltacht area of Corca Dhuibhne in South-West Kerry, Ireland. 21-27 August 2011. For an unforgettable experience of pilgrimage, and journey in- wards and outwards; and an unique opportunity to delve into and hear the art of storytelling from many different cultures. All this against the backdrop of some of the most beautiful and rugged scenery in Western Europe.

‘Like the ancient monks who leaned far out to sea from their tenuous rock holds half hoping to fall into heaven’s grasp-the place pushes one outward and inward...’
- Megan Mc Kenna

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Daily Itinerary

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Programme may have to vary slightly depending on weather conditions

Aug 21

Day One Collection from local airport(s), train station(s). Arrival at hotel, registration, welcoming meeting with Megan, followed by dinner and social evening.

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Aug 22

Day Two Blasket Island Island Herritage Centre, Dunquin. Introduction to Gaeltacht Chorca Dhuibhne, it's History and Culture. Setting the scene in story with Megan and others. Visit to Gallarus Oratory for opening reflection, weather permitting.

Aug 23

Day Three Day long visit to “ An Blascaod Mór”, Revisit and relive the life of the last in- habitants including Peig Sayers, Tomás O'Criomthain, Muiris O'Suilleabháin.

Aug 24

Day Four Day Trip to Sceilig Mhichil A UNESCO designated heritage site, one of the earliest monastic settlements in Europe. This trip will be accompanied by Mark Patrick Hederman OSB, Abbot of Glenstal Abbey.(Alternative programme available for those unable to travel to the Sceilig)

Aug 25

Day Five Following the footsteps of St. Brendan, the Navigator, we will visit Brandon Creek, Riasc, Cathair na bhFionnurach and (for the adventurous) a mild climb on part of Mount Brandon which is named after St. Brendan

Aug 26

Day Six Tour of Killarney in the morning, Lunch and then some time for shopping in the afternoon.

Aug 27

Day Seven Check out of hotel. Closing session with Megan. Bus departs for airports, train stations etc.

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Costs & Reservations

The total cost of this unique experience (airfare excluded) will be €2,500.

A non-refundable deposit of €750 must be paid by 31st May and two further payments of €750 by 1 June and €1,000 by 1 July.
Credit card payments and single room supplements will incur an extra charge.
Cost includes full board and accommodation (double or twin rooms) in Ostán Ceann Sibéal in Ballyferriter, a newly built 3*** Hotel.; and the use of a luxury coach and driver through-out the week. All talks, excursions, entrance fees and charges are also included.
Each day will feature talks and stories from Megan and local celebrated historians and storytellers. We will have the daily use of the facilities at Ionad an Bhlaoscaoid, the Blasket Island Heritage Centre ,where the expert and obliging staff will help unlock the mysteries of Ireland's Celtic and Christian past.
Each night at the Hotel will feature entertainment and traditional Irish "craic",including set dancing lessons, sean-nós singing, Irish music and stories.
Further information can be found on Megan's website at www.meganmckenna.org
Advanced booking for this pilgrimage is advised as numbers are strictly limited to 30.
A €100 reduction will apply for those who pay the deposit before May 7th.

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