Spring

Castle Leslie Estate, , Co. , Ireland www.castleleslie.com tel: +353 47 88 100 email: [email protected] Welcome to Castle Leslie Estate On behalf of Sammy and the Leslie Family, my team and I, we wish to extend a very warm greeting to you. Céad míle fáilte and welcome to Castle Leslie Estate, home to the Leslie family for over 300 years.

There is a sense of renewal and new life all around us at Castle Leslie Estate as we progress through spring time. Seeds sprout, flowers bloom, and the sun warms the earth. While winter was a time to conserve energy and reduce activity, spring is a time of regeneration, new beginnings, and a renewal of spirit. We hope that you thoroughly enjoy your time with us as you explore our part of Ireland. To truly get the most out of your stay with us, we bring you a flavour of some of the up and coming highlights at Castle Leslie Estate and in our local area this spring time. We look forward to being of service and if we can be of any assistance during your visit, please do not hesitate to ask any of the team who are always genuinely delighted to help.

Brian Baldwin CEO Events This Spring at Castle Leslie Estate and nearby …

Castleblayney Drama The Whistlin’ Donkeys Good Food Market Easter Sunday The Balmoral Show The Summer Country Festival – Live 6 April 2020, 11am - 4pm. Egg Hunt 13-16 May 2020, Balmoral Park, Show The Argory, Armagh. Lisburn, Co. Antrim. Adult (Over 1-7 March 2020, Íontas Theatre, 16 March 2020, 9pm, €15 plus 12 April 2020, 11:30am -1pm, €3.00, 28 May 2020, 8pm, The Market Place 18) - £20, Youth (12-18 years) - £13, , Co. Monaghan. booking fee, The Fiddlers, The historic courtyard will be filled Rossmore Forest Park, Theatre, Co. Armagh, Tickets £24.00 with a number of artisan food stalls Seniors (Over 65) - £16, Child (5-11 Enjoy a series of dramas at the Íontas , Co. Monaghan. Co. Monaghan. This show returns for another selling everything from chutneys and years) - £3, Children under 5 years Theatre including Shoot the Crow, At This band is making their first A fun filled family event. Search for unmissable night of toe tapping jams, homemade cupcakes and fudge, are free. Pre show prices are also the Black Pig’s Dyke, Eurydice, Steel appearance in The Fiddlers, after a the wooden Easter eggs hidden magic! The superb line-up includes soda bread, pesto, cheeses, local available. Magnolias, Gut and Our Few and massive year in 2019, taking in a 32 along the route in Rossmore Park. the accordion maestro Brendan meats, chocolates, cider and home This is the biggest agricultural and Evil Days. For ticket and booking county tour of Ireland, sold out You never know who might show up! Shine, your favourite uncle Hugo grown produce. The Argory will also equestrian event in Northern Ireland information, see: www. shows in Europe, Newfoundland, Duncan, fiddling sensation Ritchie play host to not one but two special and draws huge crowds every year. castleblayneydramafestival.ie Philadelphia, New York & Boston. Remo, the beautiful tones of the cookery demonstrations from Uluru It’s very much a family event with Easter Own a Pony Benn Sisters, the legendary Billy Bar & Grill Chef Christopher Black many attending on not just one but McFarland with his golden trumpet, and Owner, Chef of The Moy Larder, for a Week. all three days. As well as show Jason Byrne – 2020 St. Patrick’s Day and the trucker’s favourite, Boxcar Sheena Kelly. 13 – 17 April 2020, 10am – 3pm, €225 jumping and showing classes for Brian, who each will showcase their Wrecked But Ready Parade per child, Castle Leslie Equestrian horses, there are cattle, sheep, pig biggest hit songs in the company of a 13 March 2020, 8pm, The Market 17 March 2020, Monaghan Town. Centre. and poultry shows and a huge fabulous live band. A show all Place Theatre Co. Armagh. The Great Dragon exhibition and trade show of Visit Monaghan Town St. Patrick’s This is for advanced riders only. country fans won’t want to miss. Tickets £22.00. Day Parade. From small beginnings, Egg Hunt Children will get the opportunity agricultural machinery. There are produce competitions and the Jason Byrne has had a hard year. But the Monaghan Town Parade has 11 - 14 April 2020, Times vary daily to groom, muck out, ride and baking and flower arranging he doesn’t want to talk about that. grown over the years to become one from 11am -4pm, £7.50 per ticket, enjoy games. To make a booking For details of all our competitions which draw huge He’s wrecked but ready. Ready for a of the biggest and liveliest in the Navan Centre & Fort, Co. Armagh. call 04788535 or email Spring events or to laugh. This show is a celebration. A country. Set to provide plenty of fun [email protected] crowds and a lot of interest. This Easter, why not step into the arrange a booking celebration of triumph over adversity. and enjoyment for all the family. world of Drippy the Dragon and the please visit our website A celebration of the fact that Something for everyone, whether Evil Sorceress, Queen Evilana? With Bluegrass Omagh everybody’s got their own crap going you’re young or young at heart. Road Bowling www.castleleslie.com or storytelling, song, craft & a dragon on and they don’t need to listen to 24 April – 30 May 2020, 2020 call us on +353 47 88100 egg hunt, there is plenty to keep someone else moaning about their Admission is free, The Market Place your little dragons out of mischief in 22 May 2020, 2 – 11:30pm problems. So, leave your worries at Honeysuckle, Bee & Me Theatre &, Arts Centre Co. Armagh. our entirely original mini-play ‘The Tickets £20.00 (Adult), Child £6.00), the door and find out why ‘The 4 April 2020, 10:30am – 3:30pm, Great Dragon Egg Hunt’! Five Road bowling or ‘throwing the bullet’ Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh. Times’ described Jason as ‘The £30.00, Millennium Court Arts magical dragon eggs have been is somewhat disputed as to its From 2.00pm on Friday you can Outright King of Live Comedy’. Centre, Portadown. stolen by Queen Evilana and Drippy origins and in some ways seemingly relax in the Festival Village as Join Gwen Earnshaw, beekeeper and needs your help to bring them back a legacy of a previous era, involving mandolins, banjos and fiddles keep owner of Natural Botanical Skincare together and break Evilana’s spell! nothing more than participants the main stage alight from early and Soy Candle Company ‘The Drippy is no ordinary dragon, taking turns at throwing an iron and afternoon until late into the night Honeysuckle Bee and Me’ and learn however – he has a secret that is steel ball as far down a country road with fine music, food and drink for how to make and take home your soon to be revealed in this tale of as possible. Yet healthy numbers all to enjoy. own natural beeswax balm and twists and turns, which are snappier continue to spectate at the gentle facial oil. Gwen will also show than a dragon’s tail! Pre-booking is prospective winners. The you how to make a Pine Needle essential. photographs in this exhibition show Cough Syrup that you will be able to both players and spectators of the taste and easily make yourself at sport. The photographs were made home. A fun and relaxing session, no by Michael Bradley in Cork and previous experience required. Colin Robins assisted by Joonas Aitonurmi in Armagh.

3 4 Moments of equestrian Moments of adventure… lasting bliss… you don’t have to be an experienced rider to visit us For a complete list of activities our skin goes through its own unique transition In addition to our signature at the Equestrian Centre. Even if you’ve never ridden a horse, we’d love visit www.castleleslie.com in response to the changing seasons. To ease that transition we facials and our seasonal offers, or call reception. you to visit and begin your equestrian adventure with us! Spring is a offer you three very special signature facials, one for each month our highly-trained therapists wonderful time to get back ‘in the saddle’ and the Estate is particularly Bookings can be made within of spring. will pamper you with a range 24 hours notice or sooner beautiful at this time of year and an ideal time to explore on horseback March’s facial is an Apricot Whip. Revitalizing juicy apricots of traditional organic therapies depending on availability from the ‘Eminence Organics’ or by carriage ride. We have a world class Indoor Arena with heated and healing herbs are the perfect companions for your skin. and weather conditions. & ‘Voya’ ranges. seats in our viewing gallery. We even have a mechanical horse to teach April’s facial is a Calming Chamomile Calendula Facial, the We advise early booking you or to improve your skills. chamomile and arnica combined with Aloe Vera soothes, calms For a full menu list please visit where possible to avoid www.castleleslie.com Throughout the spring we’re giving riding lessons in our superb and hydrates the skin giving it a fresh brightened look. And for disappointment. Indoor Arena with a 45 minute adult private lesson at €50. Journey May, it’s a Sweet Red Rose Facial that minimizes fine lines and To contact the Victorian back in time on an enchanting carriage ride for just €90 for 4 people. revitalizes, tones and refreshes. Each facial is priced at just €60 Treatment Rooms directly dial extension 405 or email Come riding with us and enjoy a thrilling hack on the Estate and and has a duration of 45 minutes. [email protected] breathe in that fabulous clean spring time air. Experience the adventure Why not try one of our alternative treatments such as Reiki to make an appointment. of riding on our 1,000 acres with a one hour hack for €40 or a two hour or Reflexology? Reiki is a hands-on healing treatment that is T&C’s apply. cross country jump ride for €85. gentle yet effective and used to rebalance physical and emotional During the Easter school holidays why not book your child in for an conditions (€70 for 70 minutes). Reflexology will help reduce equestrian lesson. Rates from €30 per hour (minimum age is 7 years). stress and works on reflex points on the feet to aid the elimination 5 of toxins enabling the body to function fully (€70 for 65 minutes). 6 Moments of indulgence to savour… age old irish hospitality decrees that you get out the best linen, spring specialities: pick the finest food and treat your guests to the best. This tradition continues Snaffles Restaurant at Castle Leslie Estate. There is little chance of anyone going hungry this Pan Fried Cod, spring — from lazy lunches in Conor’s Bar at The Lodge, to delightful Quenelle Crab, Broccoli, Afternoon Tea at The Castle until finally dinner at the Award Winning 2AA Crispy Morteau Sausage Rosette Snaffles Restaurant. Our Executive Head Chef Philip Brazil and his & Oyster Leaves team celebrate springtime in abundance this season and have created some Conor’s Bar: wonderful menus for you to enjoy. Tomato & Burrata Salad, Conor’s Bar is the perfect place to enjoy traditional style home cooking Marinated Cherry in a relaxed environment. Crackling log fires burning and the heart warming Tomatoes, Toasted menus served by our friendly team will ensure a perfect lunch or evening meal. Sourdough, Soft Herb Pesto & Toasted Seeds Snaffles Restaurant serves hearty morning breakfasts to put a ‘pep in your step’ these spring mornings, and wonderful sophisticated spring fare each evening.

Moments to enjoy this Spring… spring Overnight Spring country easter at the estate Escape getaway Escape to a hidden corner of An overnight away can be just Retreat to our rural estate, Ireland this Easter and treat the ticket you need to recharge relax by our blazing log fires, yourself with some Easter your batteries. Join us at the meander down ancient walks rejuvenation at The Castle, Castle or the Lodge for one and bridleways, idle by the The Lodge, The Old Stable night’s bed and full hearty Irish glittering lakes and explore our Mews. A selection of dedicated breakfast and enjoy a 5 course 1,000 acres. Indulge with two Easter breaks are available. candlelit dinner in our award night’s accommodation with winning Snaffles Restaurant. a hearty full Irish breakfast From €285 pps. each morning and a relaxing For a full list of our special From €125 pps. candlelit dinner on one offers this spring visit Rates quoted are available on a evening of your choice in the www.castleleslie.com selected number of dates and 2 AA Rosette award winning Each are all subject to may increase in certain months. Snaffles Restaurant. availability and terms and conditions apply. From €195 pps Rates quoted are available on a selected number of dates and may increase in certain months.

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The Old Stable Mews The Lodge

Moments of outdoor Return and Retreat adventure... this Summer… our acres of woodlands, lakes and grasslands make it the For a complete list of thank you for choosing to visit us at Castle Leslie Estate This discount is not perfect location for a wide variety of activities. Our Equestrian centre activities visit this spring. We trust that you had a memorable stay with us and applicable to any third www.castleleslie.com is known to be one of the finest in Europe. We offer family or couple hopefully you are already considering a return visit this summer! party offers, already or call reception. Archery. Enjoy early morning sunrises and romantic evening sunsets If so, please allow us to tempt you with a 10% discount off your discounted special offers Bookings can be made seen from our Hot Air Balloon (made all the more stunning with the summer stay which can be used towards the cost of any pre booked within 24 hours notice or previously made spring colours). Our patient and skilled instructors are on hand to help or sooner depending on package on the estate this June, July or August 2020. bookings and is subject to first timers master the art of Clay Target Shooting. Alternatively get up availability and weather To avail of this special return invitation and loyalty discount, availability. close and personal with nature and enjoy Falconry on the Estate. Or conditions. please make this booking directly with us over the telephone simply borrow a pair of wellies from our boot room and go exploring on We advise early by calling our reservations department on +353 47 88100 or by foot some of our 1,000 acres with one of our walking trails maps from booking where emailing [email protected] and quoting “Summer possible to avoid reception to guide you on your way! Return Stay”. We hope to welcome you back to Castle Leslie disappointment. Maps are available Estate very soon. for all residents from reception.

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