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We're delighted to be able to reschedule this talk in our Visitor Centre's AV Room on 'Richard, the Forgotten Grandson', by one of our NPWS guides. Join us on Saturday 22nd February at 3pm. for a short presentation on Richard Gregory, the often forgotten grandson of Augusta, Lady Gregory, and brother to the more well-known 'Me and Nu'. The talk will take place in the Visitor Centre, followed by a short guided walk. Pop along if you can. No booking...

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For Valentine's Day on Friday 14th February, take a stroll through our enchanting Nature Reserve and discover our love hearts 'in the air' featuring some love poems from the long ago literary folk of Coole, and the love lives of its present day inhabitants.

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Due to the extensive damage caused by Storm Éowyn and the danger of fallen and unstable trees, the public are advised that Coole - Garryland Nature Reserve will remain CLOSED until further notice. No entry will be permitted until clean-up operations are complete. Updates will be posted here and on our social media pages: Facebook: Coole Park Nature Reserve Instagram: cooleparkofficial

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UPDATE: Unfortunately we will have to postpone this event to a later date due to the current closure of the nature reserve. We’ll keep you posted! Join us on Weds 29th January @ 3pm for a short presentation on Richard Gregory, the often forgotten grandson of Augusta, Lady Gregory, and brother to the more well-known 'Me and Nu'. The talk will take place in the Visitor Centre, followed by a short guided walk. Pop along if you can.

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Please note that Coole Park Visitor Centre will be closed on Saturday 28th September for a private event, the annual Lady Gregory - Yeats Autumn Gathering. If you would like to attend this event, please visit www.autumngathering.com for further details.

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Coole Park staff will be at the National Ploughing Championships in Ratheniska this week. Come and see our NPWS displays at Block 3 Row 11 to learn all about what we do.

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Please note that Coole Park Visitor Centre will be closed today, Weds 11th September. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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Please note the Visitor Centre, Coole Park Tearooms and the public toilets will be CLOSED on Weds 4th September due to a scheduled ESB electricity outage. There will be NO toilet facilities available on site for the duration of the outage. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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September 27th - 29th this year marks the 30th Annual Autumn Gathering. The magic of the Autumn Gathering is to bring people together from all corners of the world - to listen and learn, laugh and share, with academics and artists, locals, historians and literary figures; to meet descendants of Lady Gregory and Yeats, renew friendships and make new friends – all enjoying and celebrating the prominent role of Lady Gregory in shaping the theatrical, poetic and cultural life which...

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Between 5pm on Friday 16th and 5pm on Saturday 17th we will be investigating and recording as many species as possible in Coole Park Nature Reserve. Join us on our expert-led surveys and play your part as a Citizen Scientist. All events are free and open to anyone over 12 years of age. Pre-booking is mandatory for Pond Dipping, Bat Walk and Dawn Chorus, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment as spaces are limited. Other events can...

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