Past Events

Full Festival Programme

We are delighted to be back in 2022.  From History Talks and Walks for those who wish to delve deeper into the past, to family fun for those who are only just beginning to dip their journey we have something for everyone! A week of History with historical lectures and walks during the week, culminating in a family fun day on the 21st August that is full of learning. 

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From battle reenactments, to juggling, taking part in an archaeological dig, Heritage Skills display such as  coin-making and fun and games there is something for everyone at our family fun day when we bring Bandon of yester-year to life.

Talks and Walks

Over the course of Heritage Week join us for a series of historical talks covering a variety of topics.

Take part in our guided walks around areas of Bandon showcasing the history within the walls that stood back in the 1600's.

Family Fun Day

Bringing the past to life through play. Our family fun day on Sunday 21st August brings history to life for young and old. There is something for everyone.

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Battle re-enactments, heritage skill displays and interactive workshops bring the 1600's roaring up to the 21st century!

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Music and Performance

Brenda Malloy - firm favourite returns this year to present a lunchtime harpist recital.

21st August sees Paddy Cullivan's thought-provoking and controversial 'The Death of Michael Collins' - live in the very building he departed from on that fateful day in 1922.