Where is the Crawley Irish Festival?
The 11th Annual Crawley
Irish Festival
(27 August 2006)
takes place at Southgate Playing Fields, Southgate Avenue, Crawley,
West Sussex from 12.00pm
By Train:
There are regular services
to Three Bridges and Crawley rail stations.
Most trains on the London-Brighton line stop at Three Bridges where you
can change for Crawley or take a taxi to Southgate Playing Fields.
Alternatively, direct trains to Crawley are available from London
Victoria/London Bridge and from most stations in West Sussex.
By Bus:
Buses to Crawley Town
Centre will take you to Crawley rail station.
By Car:
Limited Parking Available
(at a charge). Exit at
either J10 or J11 M23 and follow directions for the Town Centre. The
Crawley Irish Festival site is located on the A2004.
By Foot (from Crawley
Train Station/Town Centre):
From main exit, turn right.
Walk to end of road (300 yrds). Turn right
again. The festival site is 300yrds on the left.
What has happened to the Crawley Fleadh?
The Crawley Fleadh was a week of events leading up to the Crawley Irish
Festival that started in 2004. The Crawley Fleadh will move to November
from this year. There are many benefits to such a move. It will mean
that schools will still be in session so we can do more in the
community. In addition, it will relieve some organisational workloads.
Rest assured, we are planning ahead to make the Fleadh a sucess.
Who organises the Crawley Irish Festival?
The Crawley Irish Festival is organised by the Celtic and Irish
Cultural Society with funding from West Sussex County Council
and community
sponsors.
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Is there disabled access?
All acess to the venue is via ramp. The event takes place over a large
grassed area that is freshly cut prior to the festival so mobility for
wheelchair visitors should be as it is on freshly mowed grass. In
addition, disabled toilets are provided at the venue. However, it
should be
noted that the main entrance might be considered steep for some
visitors with mobility problems and they may need minor assistance.
How do I enter the Open Dance
Competition?
The competition is for
experienced Irish Dancers. Individuals can enter
on the day from 12.00pm. There is much interest in this event and you
are encouraged to be as prompt as possible to be able to ensure
participation.
Further contact details will be made available shortly..
Is there a licensed bar?
Yes, serving a number of
beverages including stout, lager, wine and soft drinks.
Is food available?
Yes, a number of hot and cold food stands will be present at the venue.
What's available for children?
There will be a childrens play area on site and entertainers will
be on hand.
Who benefits financially from the Crawley Irish
Festival?
The Crawley Irish
Festival is a not-for-profit event that hopes to entertain whilst
demonstrating aspects of Irish culture.
Money raised at the festival pays associated costs involved organising
the event. This includes liability insurance, public notices, hire of
the venue, waste disposal/clean-up, hire of bands and hire of
stages/tents/marques.
"Profits" from the Crawley Irish Festival funds additional CICS
projects (notably the Saint Patrick's Weekend - a largely free
event but where liability insurance and other expenditure must still be
paid). Additional funds will be invested in community projects.
Are there photos available from previous Crawley Irish
Festivals?
Yes, there are photos
available online for most CICS events from 2004 to 2006.
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