There’s no better way to create magical family memories that you’ll all treasure than to take the kids camping. Think fresh air. Laughing kids enjoying the great outdoors. Tired kids who sleep all night. Sitting out looking at the stars. You’ll talk about it for years to come. And as any parent knows, *preparation* is the key to success. Preparation is the difference between your long-awaited frolic in nature and […]
‘CHAMPION OF THE SLAVES’ Author ANNE CHAMBERS writes about 2nd Marquess of Sligo and his fight against slavery in the West Indies. ‘Slavery has divided society into two classes: to the one it has given power, but to the other it has not extended protection. One of those classes is above public opinion and the other below it; neither one therefore is under its influence.’ Lord Sligo, Governor General of […]
About eight years ago or so I discovered an outlet during what can only be described as probably the most stressful couple of years I have ever managed to muddle through. Who knew that the planting of some hedging and a small rose garden at the time would lead this accidental gardener to develop one of the most fulfilling, fascinating, joyous and let’s be honest, somewhat backbreaking glorious pass-times. I […]
Community spirit is at the heart of Westport, as local businesses come together during these unprecedented times. The owner and head chef of Cian’s on Bridge Street, Cian Hayes, will be opening a pop-up restaurant experience in Hotel Westport on 3rd July: Cian’s at Hotel Westport. Bringing a unique take on the menu ordinarily served at his award-winning restaurant to Hotel Westport, the pop-up will take advantage of the large […]
Westport is the only place for your post-pandemic staycation this summer. With the easing of the toughest restrictions just around the corner, Hotel Westport has put together the ultimate socially distant staycation packages for those chomping at the bit to get beyond their 20k and reset the rest of their summer in style. Those coping with cabin-fever or simply ready for some new experiences – remember those – need to […]
It has been unexpectedly windy this past week. Still, all those gusts after all that sun bring some welcome rain for the farm and the garden, and extra drying to the turned or footed turf. When the bog beckons in this house, there is no end to the amount of food that is consumed. I can never figure out whether its all the extra activity or all the fresh air […]
Restrictions lifted – ready, set, West! Discover the West of Ireland Like Never Before at Hotel Westport! Cian’s of Bridge St. Pop-Up Restaurant Experience All-new Family Bush Camp Socially Distant Staycation Offering Clew Bay Bike Hire Partnership for the Ultimate Fresh Air Activity 26 May 2020: Hotel Westport, located on the stunning Westport Estate is the only place for your post-pandemic staycation this summer. With the easing of the toughest […]
This week we are gone a little crazy for Leaves! While they are generally easier to collect and have much more vibrant colours in Autumn, there’s no reason we can’t use them to have fun in summer too! Below are some great ideas that will show your littlies that sometimes the most fun things can be free to us! Stick Fairies We spotted these Stick Fairies on MotherNatured.com What a […]
There is nothing so glorious as the smell of freshly cut grass. It is one of those smells that takes you back to those fabulous happy childhood memories, the ones that completely transport you. Some folks might see grass cutting as a chore, including me. However, I must admit that I love the fact it is a chore which allows the kids to get involved and I can, therefore, spend […]
Ingredients: 450 g shortcrust pastry 100 g unsalted butter (at room temperature) 100 g icing sugar 100 g ground almonds 8 pears halved 25 g plain flour 2 large eggs 50g flaked almond Apricot jam (to glaze) Method: Grease a 12” tart tin or 1 muffin tray and pre-heat oven to 180°C. Roll out the pastry and line the tart tin or muffin tray and trim the edges. In a bowl […]
