SHEEP HERDING
Guests will enjoy an introduction to our friendly border collies and learn about their training programme, diet, herding commands, and life at Glen Keen. Watch the dogs herd the sheep on verbal and whistle instructions given by the shepherd. Learn all about the Mountain Blackface sheep and the history of their introduction to this area. Step back in time while you enjoy the farm’s beautiful landscape, which is a true living museum of Ireland’s history.
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IRISH MUSIC AND DANCE SESSION
Meet a wonderful local musician and enjoy lively Irish music. Learn the steps to the Sean Nós dance (Irish for “old style”). This is the oldest form of Irish dancing – a solo dance that can be enjoyed by a group of friends or family. We will guide you through the fun, easy-to-learn steps to a world-renowned dance!
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HISTORICAL PRE-IRISH FAMINE WALKING TOUR
Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of our ancestors. During the pre-Irish Famine walking tour, we will visit Irish homestead dwellings, Bronze Age forts, and ancient burial grounds located on our property, learning how some have prevailed for over 5,000 years. Listen to stories of survival, hidden chambers, land battles, evictions, and human determination. Connect with the landscape and inhale the purity of this majestic valley, carved by glaciers. Mid-level fitness required. Walking shoes or hiking boots and rainwear are necessary for this walk, which takes place outdoors. Duration times are approximate and may vary depending on the number of guests.
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TRADITIONAL TURF CUTTING
Venture onto our peatlands – a type of wetlands – where we will demonstrate the traditional method used for cutting turf (peat), which was once the main source of fuel for heat and cooking in the stone and thatch cabins that historically dotted the landscape. Learn interesting facts about this special type of habitat, which is designated as a Special Area of Conservation by the European Union. Special permission has been granted to Glen Keen by NPWS to provide the demonstration of traditional turf cutting for our visitors.
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Sheep Herding, Traditional Irish Music & Homemade Scones
Duration: Approx. 3 hours experience
Guests will enjoy an introduction to our friendly border collies and learn about their training programme, diet, herding commands, and life at Glen Keen. Watch the dogs herd the sheep on verbal and whistle instructions given by the shepherd. Learn all about the Mountain Blackface sheep and the history of their introduction to this...
Sheep Herding, Irish Scone Making Demonstration & Homemade Scones
Duration: Approx. 2 hours experience
Guests will enjoy an introduction to our friendly border collies and learn about their training programme, diet, herding commands, and life at Glen Keen. Watch the dogs herd the sheep on verbal and whistle instructions given by the shepherd. Learn all about the Mountain Blackface sheep and the history of their introduction to this...
Sheep Herding, Wool Spinning Demonstration & Homemade Scones
Duration: Approx. 2 hours experience
Guests will enjoy an introduction to our friendly border collies and learn about their training programme, diet, herding commands, and life at Glen Keen. Watch the dogs herd the sheep on verbal and whistle instructions given by the shepherd. Learn all about the Mountain Blackface sheep and the history of their introduction to this...
