Shannon Heritage invites all ‘ghastly ghouls’, ‘grisly gremlins’, ‘scary fairies’, ‘wicked witches’ ‘devilish demons’ and ‘hair-raising warlocks’ to go a haunting at Bunratty Folk Park, Co. Clare, this Bank Holiday Monday (27th October, 2003) to get into practice for Halloween.
So all the children can get into the ‘spirit’ of things, Shannon Heritage have planned a fun packed day for all the family. Free face-painting will be provided in the barn on arrival so haunting can be at it’s scariest during the afternoon.
Haunting will take place between 2.00pm and 5.00pm. The young ‘spooks’ can travel back in time to enjoy favourite games of times past including snap apple, coin bobbing, and story telling in different farmhouses around the Folk Park. Beware though, the village R.I.C. policeman will be on duty to give any misbehaving ‘spooks’ an arresting experience! “The great Padini”, the magician will perform shows throughout the afternoon, displaying an array of magical tricks to impress even the most accomplished witches and warlocks.
The highlight of the afternoon will be the fancy dress competition taking place in the ‘hayshed’. Prizes galore will be awarded at 4.30pm, to the children whose costumes are adjudicated to be most in keeping with the theme of the day.
The Folk Park is located within the grounds of 15th century Bunratty Castle and visitors will also have an opportunity to explore this historic castle.
Whilst the children are getting into the ‘spirit’ of things, parents will have an opportunity to enjoy traditional Irish music on the Village Street, or they can revel in the sights of the Folk Park, such as milk separating, butter making, baking and milling demonstrations, stroll around the grounds, take a break with tea and scones in the tea room, or have a sumptuous lunch in Mac’s Pub.
Just so adults don’t feel left out, Shannon Heritage are offering a special prize of two mediaeval banqueting tickets to the adult who comes dressed in the most ghoulish Halloween costume.
A full listing of events and the times for each will be on view at the reception to Bunratty Folk Park. A special €26.25 family ticket will be available covering admission for two adults and up to four children. Adult admission is €10.00, and admission for Senior Citizens and Students is €7.90, children’s rate €5.60, and any queries can be directed to Bunratty Folk Park, telephone, 061 - 360788.
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Nandi O’Sullivan
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