Podcasts about Greystones

Reporter Sheila Naughton heads to Greystones where Poetry Day celebrations are taking place.

A week to remember for the Greystones youngster, teeing it up in his first men's championship facing testing weather conditions and seasoned competitors. Dylan relied on his experience with inter club matches as he overcame it challenge as it presented. A dream week to start his journey in the men's game.

Teachers and Principals warn that despite government schemes, schools are reliant on parents and fundraising to keep the lights on.Simon Lewis, Primary School Principal and member of National Principal's forum and Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick's National School, Greystones, Co. Wicklow join Kieran to discuss.

Niall has travelled far from Greystones for this week's episode as he dialls in from Egypt!

Today, we share a story that is deeply moving, and this is not a sad story, I promise you that. This is a story of true resilience, overcoming and gratitude. And it will inspire you to appreciate every minute and afterwards, your heart will be full. Tracy Holmes lives in Greystones with her family. Her son Harry was born in 2018 and shortly afterwards, Tracy and her husband Andrew, decided to try for a second. Shocked, she discovered she was expecting twins. And when Theo and Freddie were born, Tracy was told Freddie has Down syndrome. What could have broken her made her see how strong she really is. One particular low day, it was an interaction with a lady who was cleaning in Crumlin hospital that changed everything for her. Then a sign from the universe cemented her hope even more. Freddie has defied all odds, he is changing the world with his spirit and determination, and once you listen to this podcast with Tracy, it isn't hard to see where he got it from. Tracy's Instagram Tracy's book Thank you Electrosal Georgie's show

Saturday (5th April 2025) is a mammoth day for Galway teams with three sides looking to prolong their seasons. Corinthians host Ballymena in the Energia All-Ireland League Division 2A final round.  They must better Greystones result in Navan to reach the play-offs.  Kick-off at Corinthian Park is 2.30pm. Galwegians are seeking similar rewards when they travel to Skerries on the last day in Division 2B.  They must win, and hope that UL Bohemian leave Sligo empty handed.  That starts in Holmpatrick at the same time. And just six days after winning a first Connacht Junior Cup in 32 years, Creggs must come back down to earth when they battle Bective Ranges in the AIL Qualifer semi-final.  That's down for Cill Dara RFC from 1pm. With a full preview of all three games, here's Galway Bay FM's William Davies.

Welcome to Season 04 Episode 09 - the "Arizona" edition - of Notes from the Aisle Seat, the podcast featuring news and information about the arts in  northern Chautauqua County NY, sponsored by the 1891 Fredonia Opera House. Your host is Tom Loughlin, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor and Chair Emeritus of Theatre and Dance at SUNY Fredonia. Guests on this episode include: Mr. Fletcher Dickmann, Ms. Karma Guida, Mr. Byron Ramos Maldonado/Alicia's Lens; Mr. Phillip McMullen, Mr. Mike Lee/The Secret Garden; Mr. Joe Newberry, Ms. April Verch/Newberry & Verch. Notes from the Aisle Seat is available from most of your favorite podcast sites, as well as on the Opera House YouTube Channel. If you enjoy this podcast, please spread the word through your social media feeds, give us a link on your website, and consider becoming a follower by clicking the "Follow" button in the upper right-hand corner of our home page. If you have an arts event you'd like to publicize, hit us up at operahouse@fredopera.org and let us know what you have! Please give us at least one month's notice to facilitate timely scheduling. And don't forget to enter the giveaway for a pair of free tickets to Newberry & Verch by Saturday March 15 at 12 noon! Listen to the podcast for the question and answer. Then email your answer to operahouse@fredopera.org. Make sure you put the word "Giveaway" in the subject line. Thanks for listening! Time Stamps (Approximate) 03:47  Alicia's Lens/ Dept. Theatre and Dance SUNY Fredonia 17:26  The Secret Garden/Main Street Studios 35:21  Arts Calendar 40:40 Joe Newberry and April Verch Media "I've Been Around"; traditional Apache song, sung by Harrison Burnett, White Mountain Apache Reservation "How Could I Ever Know?", from The Secret Garden original Broadway cast recording; Marsha Norman (book/lyrics) and Lucy Simon (music); performed by Rebecca Lukor, 1991 "Arkansas Traveler", traditional folk tune performed by Newberry & Verch, The Greystones, Sheffield UK April 2018 "Back Up and Push", Ward Allen, composer; performed by Newberry & Verch, Northern Lights Folk Club, Edmonton, Alberta CAN, February 2024 "Arizona", K. Young, composer; performed by Mark Lindsay, from the album Arizona, March 1970, Columbia Records Artist Links Department of Theatre and Dance, SUNY Fredonia Main Street Studios Newberry & Verch   Box Office at SUNY Fredonia Lake Shore Center for the Arts Main Street Studios Ticket Website Register Here for the 1891 Run/Walk for the Opera House BECOME AN OPERA HOUSE MEMBER!          

Whether it's an engagement ring, a necklace, or a bracelet for that special someone in our lives, a piece of jewellery can often speak louder than words.For this week's industry review, Bobby speaks to three people who have made it their business to help us do just that.Joining Bobby is:Denise O'Connor, Founder of Rare Jewellery DesignChris Andrews, Weir & Sons Mette O'Connor of Amoc in Greystones

Eithne Dodd reports that locals in Greystones, Co Wicklow, are angry over the nearly four-year closure of the Bray to Greystones cliff walk.

New plans have suggested that Primary Teachers are set to get training in foreign languages such as French, Spanish and German in a hope to be introducing language classes from third class level in 2026.Is this a good idea, or are we putting too much on the plate of our primary teachers?Joining Kieran to discuss is Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick's National School, Greystones, Co Wicklow and Mick Culman, who is a Primary School Teacher in Dublin.

Principal Rachel Harper (of St Patrick's National School, Greystones, Co. Wicklow) speaks to Wendy about back to school advice, how to navigate the new term routine, with news too of some schools closures due to snow.

Special Offer: Kylie is giving our listeners 20% off Be Kind Incense. https://bekindindustries.com/ Use the code: Bekindwithmaura at checkout to embrace kindness and calm in your own life. In this episode, we sit down with Kylie, co-owner of Be Kind Industries, as she shares her incredible journey of resilience and success. From moving to Australia and reconnecting with her childhood sweetheart, to navigating the grief of losing her parents, Kylie's story is a testament to strength, love, and passion. Now thriving in business back in Ireland, this Greystones native with a traveling soul opens up about how her experiences shaped Be Kind Industries and her vision for the future. YogawithMaura offer get 20% off my new January Yoga Blueprint challenge (the only discount I am giving this year is from the podcast)

The Department of Education has just published some new guidelines for schools – getting rid of provisions allowing students to be excluded in a different room as a punishment. But, how will this affect teaching methods and child development?Joining Kieran to answer those questions is Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick's National School in Greystones, and Anne Keogh, a Senior Psychologist.

A survey by nonprofit organization Common Sense Media shows 42% of children in the U.S. have a phone by the age of 10. And numbers like this are causing concern for educators, including a group of headteachers in Greystones, a town in Ireland. That group was so worried by the increased levels of anxiety among children using smartphones and social media that last year they asked parents to sign a voluntary pledge to delay buying cellphones for their children until at least the age of 11. The BBC’s Leanna Byrne checks in to see what effect it had.

A survey by nonprofit organization Common Sense Media shows 42% of children in the U.S. have a phone by the age of 10. And numbers like this are causing concern for educators, including a group of headteachers in Greystones, a town in Ireland. That group was so worried by the increased levels of anxiety among children using smartphones and social media that last year they asked parents to sign a voluntary pledge to delay buying cellphones for their children until at least the age of 11. The BBC’s Leanna Byrne checks in to see what effect it had.

A survey by nonprofit organization Common Sense Media shows 42% of children in the U.S. have a phone by the age of 10. And numbers like this are causing concern for educators, including a group of headteachers in Greystones, a town in Ireland. That group was so worried by the increased levels of anxiety among children using smartphones and social media that last year they asked parents to sign a voluntary pledge to delay buying cellphones for their children until at least the age of 11. The BBC’s Leanna Byrne checks in to see what effect it had.

Simon Byrne is a Sales Manager with 25 years experience in the Irish Beauty industry, specialising in cosmetics and fragrance. He is a previous winner of the Francois Coty award for outstanding contribution to the Coty Ireland business as well as being a Certified Fragrance Sales Specialist accredited by the UK Fragrance Foundation (FiFi).The third of 4 brothers from Waterford to attend Clongowes, he left the school in 1982.A keen offshore sailor, he has completed many long distance classics including two Round Ireland Yacht Races and in 2015 won the Spirit of ISORA award (Irish Sea Offshore Racing Association), akin to the Clongowes Aloysius award but for offshore racing. Although now retired from sailing (his body refused to co-operate any further) he initially started his part time media side hustle writing a regular sailing blog on the ISORA website. He can now be found providing “alternative” match day commentary on Bective Rangers TV (BRTV) live stream of matches on You Tube as well as hosting his own Bective Rangers TV video podcast “Chucks Chats”, a series of intimate fireside interviews with club luminaries.Married to Ciara and with three grown up daughters and a female dog. He resides in South County Dublin having recently moved back to the city from a near 20 year sojourn in Greystones.

In the build up to the General Election, questions are swirling around accountability in public spending, with projects like the €1.4 million Dáil bike shed and the delayed Greystones cliff walk facing costly, bureaucratic hold-ups.Across the Atlantic, Donald Trump has tapped Elon Musk to lead a new ‘Department of Government Efficiency' to cut through red tape and drive results. So, do we need a similar approach here to ensure taxpayer money is spent wisely?Joining Seán to discuss this is Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with the Sunday Times.Image: Reuters

In the build up to the General Election, questions are swirling around accountability in public spending, with projects like the €1.4 million Dáil bike shed and the delayed Greystones cliff walk facing costly, bureaucratic hold-ups.Across the Atlantic, Donald Trump has tapped Elon Musk to lead a new ‘Department of Government Efficiency' to cut through red tape and drive results. So, do we need a similar approach here to ensure taxpayer money is spent wisely?Joining Seán to discuss this is Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with the Sunday Times.Image: Reuters

In 2004, David and Stephen Flynn, aka The Happy Pear, opened a small fruit and veg shop in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, with a dream of helping people eat more veg. Now, two decades later, The Happy Pear is one of the best-known and loved brands in Ireland, and has scaled into a highly successful business comprising over 80 products, online courses, best-selling books, a coffee roastery, a farm and more.   In this episode of Food Matters, Dave and Steve join Mick Kelly in Grow HQ to share the highs and lows of their 20-year journey building The Happy Pear. They talk about how it all started, how the business and their approach to life has evolved, navigating difficult times professionally and personally, our obsession with protein and neglect of fibre, and lots more.   

Wereldwijd worstelen ouders met het smartphonegebruik van hun kinderen. In het Ierse plaatsje Greystones pakken ze het radicaal aan: kinderen krijgen pas ná de basisschool een smartphone. Hoe dat de Ierse ouders is gelukt en wat ze ermee winnen, hoort u van wetenschapsredacteur Kaya Bouma en verslaggever Haro Kraak. Lees hier de reportage van Kaya Bouma die naar het Ierse plaatsje Greystones ging om te kijken hoe het smartphoneverbod voor kinderen onder de 12 daar uitpakt.  Onze journalistiek steunen? Dat kan het beste met een (digitaal) abonnement op de Volkskrant, daarvoor ga je naar www.volkskrant.nl/podcastactie  Presentatie: Pieter KlokRedactie: Corinne van Duin, Lotte Grimbergen, Julia van Alem, Jasper Veenstra en Merle van der HorstMontage: Rinkie BartelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julianne Mooney Siron talks about growing up in Greystones, her travels after college, and returning to Ireland and the Dublin Book Festival as she tells Ruth McKee which books she'd save if her house was on fire. Julianne Mooney Siron has been programming the Dublin Book Festival since 2010. Alongside the festival, she has worked at The Ark, is author of The Time Out Guide to Ireland and was Reader-in-Residence for Dublin City Public Libraries and DLR Libraries. 

Parents in the UK can be fined £80 per day per child for school absences.Despite this, many parents are still choosing to take their children out of school to save on exorbitant travel prices during school holidays.There have been calls to review marketing and pricing of ‘rip-off' family holidays from companies which charge thousands more for holidays taken during school breaks.What do you think?To discuss, Andrea is joined by Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw, @modernirishmom, Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick's National School in Greystones, Yvonne Reddin, Freelance Travel Journalist, Steve Cummins, Comedian and Co-Founder of Zoomparty.ie and more.

This is The Knock On, KCLR Sport's weekly rugby podcast. In this episode, Stephen Byrne is joined by Tom Crotty from Carlow Rugby Club, James Blanchfield from Kilkenny RFC and Paddy Browne from Tullow RFC. Tullow beat Carlow 37-31 in the big local derby at the weekend, the seconds won 15-12. Tullow got a good start initially but Carlow kept in touch in the firsts, but Tullow made a lot of ground in the second half and was too much for Carlow to catch. Tom Crotty says their slow start cost them and they were playing catch up after that. The Carlow seconds were looking good for a win in what was a great game, but Tullow got a late try and sealed the deal. Carlow were happy to pick up the losing bonus points. The Tullow men are in the All Ireland Junior Cup this weekend.Tullow's women lost 26-10 to Barnhall. Kilkenny firsts beat Boyne, and the seconds lost to Boyne. James Blanchfield says their centre's were the difference in the J1 game, they were in flying form both in attack and defence. Kilkenny women lost on the road to Greystones, they're having a tough opening campaign in the league, they take on Tallaght this weekend. Carlow and Kilkenny have no men's games this weekend. We have updates from all the youths action in the three clubs and previews of this weekend's action. The lads also discussed the naming of the Ireland squad for the Autumn Internationals.

Post primary enrolments are at their highest point on record.Parents have been advised to apply to multiple secondary schools due to pressure on places. The oversubscribed schools are in the commuter belts of Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Galway and Cork. Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean spoke to concerned parents.Joining Kieran to discuss this is Marie Porter, parent of a 6th class student in Greystones and Craig Petrie, Principal of East Glendalough Secondary School in Wicklow Town.

When it comes to smartphones, parents of Greystones, Ireland, have guts.

The joint collaboration, between several organisations, want to ensure a safer online experience for children and young people. Teacher and assistant principal at Temple Carrig Secondary School in Greystones, Eoghan Cleary discusses the issue.

Eoghan Cleary, Assistant Principal and Coordinator of SPHE and curricular well-being at Temple Carrig School in Greystones in Co Wicklow, discusses the new and revised Leaving Certificate subjects and Senior Cycle Programmes.

Mobile phones could be banned in secondary schools under plans being considered by the Minister for Education Norma Foley.Rachel Harper, principal of St Patrick's National School in Greystones, and Jennifer Horgan, secondary school teacher and columnist for the Irish Examiner, join The Last Word to discuss the proposal.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page?

Do we need to change the way children are allocated school places?A centralised admission process for secondary schools is to be introduced in a number of towns across the country in time for the 2025 school year - is this the best way to assign places?To discuss, guest host Anna Daly is joined by Lucy, a parent from Stillorgan, Eric Nelligan, Assistant Principal at St Munchin's College Limerick, Simon Lewis Principal of Carlow Educate Together and Rachel Harper, Principal of St Patrick's National School in Greystones.

An Ennis principal says he wants to see a secondary school admission process similar to what operates in the county town rolled out to south-east Clare. Education Minister Norma Foley has confirmed a centralised admission process for post-primary schools will be introduced in several high-pressure towns and suburbs for the 2025 school year. The system is already in place in Ennis and Limerick City where parents submit one form on which they indicate their preference of the local second-level schools instead of making individual applications. Ennis CBS Primary School Assistant Principal Colm Davoren says towns and villages on the Clare/Limerick border would benefit greatly from such a system. [CLIP] Additional first year places have been created for September in the likes of Greystones, Maynooth and Cellbridge, and it's believed these will be among the areas where a centralised admission process will be first introduced. Former INTO President and Corofin Fianna Fáil Councillor Joe Killeen believes the system is welcome as it ensures no child is left without a secondary school place.

Recorded live at the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. I was joined on stage by Karen Kelly, Martin Doyle and Joanne Hession. We discussed storytelling from different perspectives, its importance for business, life, the celebration of death, and how it gives us an identity. The title tune is Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us For more information and more episodes, please visit www.socialfabric.ie

Recorded live at the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. I was joined on stage by Karen Kelly, Martin Doyle and Joanne Hession. We discussed storytelling from different perspectives, its importance for business, life, the celebration of death, and how it gives us an identity. The title tune is Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us For more information and more episodes, please visit ⁠www.socialfabric.ie⁠

Sarah Webb talks about her early days in Waterstones, how she doesn't write for the market, and learning to give time to what's important, as she tells Ruth McKee which books she'd save if her house was on fire.   Sarah Webb is an award-winning Irish children's writer and creative writing teacher. She is also the events manager at Halfway up the Stairs children's bookshop in Greystones, Co Wicklow. Her books include Blazing a Trail: Irish Women who Changed the World (illustrated by Lauren O'Neill) and I am the Wind: Irish Poems for Children Everywhere (co-edited by Lucinda Jacob, illustrated by Ashwin Chacko). Her latest book is The Weather Girls (The O'Brien Press) which was inspired by real WW2 events in Ireland.

It was just before 8pm one Friday evening when a tricolour-waving crowd, wearing scarves and masks to conceal their identities, gathered outside a house on an estate in Greystones, Co Wicklow. They did not try to hide the location of the semi-detached house behind them. It was the home of Taoiseach Simon Harris. What is driving this alarming trend? Is social media to blame? And could Ireland be on the cusp of its own Jo Cox moment? Host: Ellen Coyne GUEST: John MeagherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The question of when, or whether, to allow young children to have their own smartphones is a dilemma for parents around the world. One town in Ireland decided to take action to make it easier for parents to say no. Greystones made global headlines when the headteachers from all of the town's primary schools came together to invite parents to sign up to a voluntary code, pledging not to buy phones for children until they reached secondary school.Around a year after the ‘ban' of sorts came into effect, the BBC's Beth McLeod travelled to the town in County Wicklow to investigate the impact. Through conversations with teachers, parents, children and Ireland's health minister, she tells us about the origins of a policy designed to minimise exposure to potentially harmful online content, and hears how some people want the big tech companies headquartered in nearby Dublin to do more to prevent young people from accessing damaging material on their platforms.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We're keen to hear from you, wherever you are in the world. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell The Global Story. Email us at theglobalstory@bbc.com You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480. #TheGlobalStory.TGS is part of the BBC News Podcasts family. The team that makes The Global Story also makes several other podcasts, such as Americast and Ukrainecast, which cover US news and the war in Ukraine. If you enjoy The Global Story, then we think that you will enjoy some of our other podcasts too. To find them, simply search on your favourite podcast app.This episode was made by Tom Kavanagh and Alice Aylett Roberts. The technical producers were Hannah Montgomery and Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Sergi Forcada Freixas and the senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Greystones made global headlines a year ago when, concerned by rising anxiety levels among their pupils, the headteachers from all the primary schools in the town invited parents to sign a voluntary pact or code; not to buy their child a smartphone before they moved up to secondary school. In Ireland that's usually at age 12. Beth McLeod talks to teachers, pupils and parents about their reaction to the initiative. Has there been any backlash? At one of the town's secondary schools she meets an assistant headteacher who is passionately demanding a culture change around phone use for older students too, warning parents that although they think they are giving their children access to the internet, they are really giving the internet access to their children. She speaks to teenagers about their views on what is the right age to be on social media and asks the Irish Health Minister what the government is doing to hold tech companies to account.

The parents of Greystones, Ireland have guts.

Today,  I'll be chatting with Michael Barton who is a Regional Director at Invest Northern Ireland where he promotes Northern Ireland Trade and Investment opportunities here in Canada. Born in Antrim but reared in Greystones, County Wicklow, Michael and his then partner-now wife moved to Toronto in 2012 and haven't looked back since. Michael speaks about their willingness to seek adventure in Canada as well as the difficulties getting settled in. They are raising their three year old son, Hudson, in the city and Michael speaks very honestly and positively about raising a child in such an urban environment, a typical issue for many an Irish emigrant in Toronto. This is a conversation typical of this podcast, loaded with very real, practical elements about what it means to be an Irish expat in Toronto, from finding work to changing careers to raising a family to maintaining strong bonds with home. I would still encourage people to download the episodes and to share them with friends and family. Downloads are the easiest indicator for me to gauge how many people I am reaching with these conversations so I would really appreciate it.

Peter McGann joins Ray ahead of his show tonight in the Whale in Greystones.

At 37 years old, Simon Harris the Fine Gael leader is the youngest person to ever lead the country. But they say all politics is local, and maybe nowhere more so than in Ireland. Our reporter Una Kelly is in Simon Harris' home village of Greystones in Wicklow.

This is part two of a live podcast with Dr. Brian Pennie, recorded in the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Ireland. The conversation delved into the importance of human connections, addiction and the neuroscience of it. For more information visit www.socialfabric.ie

This is a recording of a live podcast with Dr Brian Pennie, recorded in the Whale Theatre, Greystones, Ireland. The conversation delved into the importance of human connections, addiction and the neuroscience of it. The Poem "Alone", written by Maya Angelou, was read by Laura Wood, music by Mila Splendori-Bell. For more information visit www.socialfabric.ie

Hear about a week-long road trip from Dublin to Cork through southeastern Ireland as the Amateur Traveler talks to Amber Hagerty from AmberEverywhere.com about this out-of-the-way corner of Ireland. https://amateurtraveler.com/dublin-to-cork-road-trip-in-southeastern-ireland/ Day 1: Dublin to Wicklow Morning: Arrive in Dublin and explore the city. Visit Bar 1661 for the best Irish coffee and Trinity College to admire the campus. Afternoon: Indulge in some delicious ice cream at Murphy's on Wicklow Street in Temple Bar. Evening: Rent a car and drive south to Bray. Enjoy a stroll along the promenade, have dinner at a local restaurant like Daata, and consider doing the cliff walk to Greystones for breathtaking views. Day 2: Exploring Wicklow Morning: Visit Enniskerry, a charming town with a picturesque setting used to film "Disenchanted". Midday: Explore Powerscourt Estate and Gardens, known for its stunning landscapes and themed gardens. Afternoon: Drive to Glendalough and embark on the Spinc Trail for a scenic hike with panoramic views. Evening: Consider staying overnight in Glendalough, perhaps trying out glamping for a unique experience. Day 3: Road Trip to Wexford Morning: Drive through the Wicklow Gap for breathtaking views of the Wicklow Mountains. Midday: Make a stop in Wicklow Town to visit the historic jail and explore the seaside harbor. Afternoon: Enjoy brunch at LoCo Grocer in Arklow and relax on Brittas Bay Beach. Evening: Arrive in Wexford City and consider attending a performance at the National Opera House. Day 4: Salty Islands and Waterford Morning: Take a ferry to the Salty Islands (book far in advance) for a unique birdwatching experience, especially to see puffins. Midday: Return to Kilmore Quay and indulge in a sauna experience at Salty Sauna. Afternoon: Drive to Waterford City and visit the House of Waterford Crystal for a tour and souvenir shopping. Evening: Dine at a local restaurant like the Seagull Bakery for delicious sourdough bread and pastries. Day 5: Exploring Tramore Morning: Start your day with a stroll through the charming seaside town of Tramore. Enjoy the picturesque hilly streets and take in the coastal atmosphere. Mid-morning: Head down to the seafront and take a leisurely walk along the boardwalk, perfect for families with kids. Explore the expansive sandy beach, keeping in mind that it may be covered by the tide at certain times. Afternoon: Visit the Japanese Gardens dedicated to Lafcadio Hearn, an Irish travel writer with a fascinating connection to Tramore. Learn about his life and legacy while enjoying the serene beauty of the gardens. Late Afternoon/Evening: Spend the rest of the day soaking in the laid-back atmosphere of this charming coastal town. Day 6: Outdoor Adventures in Waterford Morning: Embark on the Waterford Greenway, a scenic route along a converted train line. Choose to walk or cycle along this picturesque path, taking in views of aqueducts, lush greenery, and charming tunnels. Afternoon: Explore the stunning hike to Coumshingaun Lough. Enjoy breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding cliffs, but exercise caution if the weather is foggy. Opt for the shorter hike to the lake if visibility is poor. Late Afternoon/Evening: Return to Tramore or continue exploring the Waterford area at your leisure. Consider dining at a local restaurant or relaxing at your accommodation after a day of outdoor adventures. Day 7: Discovering the Copper Coast Morning: Drive along the scenic Copper Coast, a UNESCO Geopark known for its geological and cultural significance. Stop at Bunmahon Beach to enjoy the sandy shores and explore the dunes. Midday: Continue southward to discover the secluded Tra na mBó Beach, hidden among the cliffs. Spend some peaceful moments soaking in the natural beauty of this hidden gem. Afternoon: Explore the charming town of Dungarvan, known for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious churros. Consider starting your journey back towards Cork, taking in the scenic views along the way. Evening: Arrive in Cork and settle into your accommodation. Consider dining at a local restaurant or enjoying a relaxing evening in the city. Day 8: Exploring Cork City and Surroundings Morning: Visit Cobh, a picturesque town just outside of Cork, known for its colorful houses and historic landmarks such as St. Colman's Cathedral and Spike Island. Mid-morning: Embark on the Ballycotton Cliff Walk for stunning coastal views and invigorating sea air. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the cliffs, taking in the natural beauty of the coastline. Afternoon: Explore Blarney Castle and its beautiful gardens, and consider kissing the Blarney Stone for the gift of eloquence. Take your time to explore the castle grounds and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Late Afternoon/Evening: Return to Cork City and visit Elizabeth Fort for panoramic views of the city and the River Lee. Enjoy a pint of Guinness or a cup of tea at a local pub, such as O'Sho, and savor the relaxed atmosphere. Night: Consider ending your trip with a visit to the Shelbourne Bar in the Victorian quarter for a taste of Whiskey. Reflect on your journey through southeastern Ireland and savor the memories made along the way.

In this week's episode, we chat with Douglas McMaster, the visionary behind London's Silo – the first zero-waste restaurant. Recorded during Douglas's visit to Greystones, this episode delves into Silo's journey and the challenges of pioneering sustainability in dining.Main topics covered include:Silo's Journey:The inspiration behind Silo.Challenges of establishing a zero-waste restaurant.Impact on the local culinary scene.The Happy Pear Connection:Shared experiences, challenges, and triumphs in sustainable gastronomy.Douglas's Backstory:Culinary evolution and commitment to sustainability.Pivotal moments shaping the Silo vision.Join us for insights and inspiration on sustainable dining with Douglas McMaster. Subscribe, rate, and share on socials! Thank you for being part of our journey towards a greener future. Lots of love,Dave & Steve xDISCOUNT CODES & SPONSORS:INSTANT BRANDS 20% OFF! We are proud ambassadors of Instant Brands ! From Airfryers to Instantpots, they have an amazing range of cooking appliances that will save you time, use less oil and create incredibly tasty dishes. Dave is obsessed and uses them nearly every meal time! USE CODE HAPPYPEAR for an exclusive 20% off! LINK:https://uk.instantbrands.com/Sign up to our Newsletter, for updates on our latest recipes, events and news. LINK: https://bit.ly/HappyPearNewsletterProduced by Sean Cahill & Sara Fawsitt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded live at the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. Titled "Will the real Dermot Whelan please stand-up" aimed at delving into the many facets of Dermot's career, life and his future project. This is part 1 of 2. You can find out more about Dermot on his website or on Instagram For more information, please visit www.socialfabric.ie Title tune Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us Photo Eoin O'Mahony

This episode was recorded live at the Whale Theatre in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. Titled "Will the real Dermot Whelan please stand-up" aimed at delving into the many facets of Dermot's career, life and his future project. This is part 1 of 2. You can find out more about ⁠Dermot⁠ on his website or on ⁠Instagram⁠ For more information, please visit ⁠www.socialfabric.ie⁠ Title tune Happy & Shining by the Round.About.Us Photo Eoin O'Mahony

Our first LIVE podcast! After all the global hype our seaside town Greystones, has been getting post the introduction of the mobile phone ban in primary schools, we decided to speak to the people behind it and learn more.Meet Rachel Harper, St. Patrick's National School Principle, Andrea Splendori, Podcast Host and front runner behind the initiative, and finally Joshua Barrington, Temple Carrig's School Chaplain.This is a fascinating conversation that goes far deeper than what you expect, from how and why the initiative ‘It Takes A Village' started, to school kids being ‘catfished', porn and teenages, bullying, anxiety, addiction, FOMO and a reflection on us as adults and our own screen usage.There are so many practical takeaways from this episode, Greystones is just an example, the Initiative plans to take the framework global so that every town can learn the steps to support their youth and older in this technology fast paced and growing world.Technology is amazing, when used appropriately. We need to learn how to respect it, and be tech literate in order to protect ourselves and our precious youth.Lots of love,Dave & SteveSponsors:Instant Brands: Instant Brands new Instant Pot Duo Plus Whisper Quiet is out! And our listeners are currently getting £30 off! Simply follow this link to avail of the offer and select ‘Apply £30 voucher': https://www.amazon.co.uk/Instant-Pot-112-3079-01-UK-Whisper-Quiet/dp/B0BYSZYRZH?th=1 Produced by Sara Fawsitt & Sean Cahill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Happy Pear started out back in 2004 with Steve, Dave, a tiny shop, and a dream of helping people to eat more plant-based.Fast forward 18 years, The Happy Pear now consists of a cafe and shop in Greystones, Wicklow, 70 food products in 1000 stores, 7 online courses that more than 100k people have been through from over 120 countries, 6 international bestselling cookbooks, a 4-acre regenerative organic farm, a coffee roastery, and a following of over 1.5 million people on social media including nearly 50 million youtube views.All that said, the mission is still the same, to help everyone to get healthier and be happier! The Happy Pear App is now available! In their new app, they offer not only their courses but also tonnes of recipes and lifestyle classes helping you with meditation, yoga, sleep, and much more! Download it on Google Play or Apple They also have a few simple and delicious free recipes available to download here. ------------------- Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure that the Mastering Diabetes message reaches as many people living with diabetes as possible. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook