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The 2005 Crawley Fleadh
Week was held 20-28August 2005 and featured a number of events,
20th-28th August 2005, aimed at
encouraging greater community participation and understanding of Irish
culture, music and arts.
The unique programme, aimed uniquely at young people and families as well as adults, was organised and funded by the Celtic and Irish Cultural Society, the Irish Government's Dion Committee funds and community partners.
Crawley Fleadh 2005
The annual Crawley Fleadh is a
celebration of Irish music, dance and life in Sussex and England's
southeast. The event took place between Saturday 20 August 2005 -
Sunday 28 August 2005 at venues throughout Crawley, West Sussex.
Crawley Fleadh Week demonstrates the contribution of the Irish to the UK as well as demonstrating Irish culture to the people of Crawley and the surrounding areas: Sussex, Surrey and throughout the southeast. The Fleadh culminated at the 10th Annual Crawley Irish Festival. Keep an eye on the celtic-irish.co.uk website for the 2006 event!
The unique programme, aimed uniquely at young people and families as well as adults, was organised and funded by the Celtic and Irish Cultural Society, the Irish Government's Dion Committee funds and community partners.
Crawley Fleadh 2005
The annual Crawley Fleadh is a
celebration of Irish music, dance and life in Sussex and England's
southeast. The event took place between Saturday 20 August 2005 -
Sunday 28 August 2005 at venues throughout Crawley, West Sussex.Crawley Fleadh Week demonstrates the contribution of the Irish to the UK as well as demonstrating Irish culture to the people of Crawley and the surrounding areas: Sussex, Surrey and throughout the southeast. The Fleadh culminated at the 10th Annual Crawley Irish Festival. Keep an eye on the celtic-irish.co.uk website for the 2006 event!
| SAT 20 AUG - 11.30am |
CELTIC
ART WORKSHOP |
FRIARY
HALL |
£2 |
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The Celtic Art
Workshop provides an ideal opportunity to understand the intricacies
of the Celtic knot, cross or weave and create a masterpiece all of your
own.
The workshop provides an exploration of Celtic Art and its use in contemporary society including popular music, fashion, design and architecture. Young people aged 11 upwards will be able to create a wire-work and tissue sculpture to create their own piece of Celtic Art to take home. Ideal for students -
11.30am - 2.30pm
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Friary Hall14 Haslett Avenue West,CRAWLEY, West Sussex, RH10 1HS [map] Info: 07956
317492
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| MON 21 AUGUST - 8pm |
IRISH CEILI AND SET DANCING CLASS |
EMERALD CLUB |
£2 |
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Thomas O'Dee presents
an
evening of Irish dance that anyone can get involved with and have a go.
Get some Ceili experience under your belt - you're always welcome!
The Ceili class includes live music provided by the Celtic and Irish Cultural Society. The event is not a one off, anyone can continue to practice and become a regular member of the class that meets weekly at the Emerald Sports and Social Club. Come along, have a go,
and have a lot of fun. Food and drinks will be provided.
Bar and Refreshments Available
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Emerald Sports and Social ClubSouthgate Playing FieldsSouthgate Avenue CRAWLEY West Sussex - [map] Info: 01293 414026
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| TUE 23 AUGUST - 8pm |
IRISH HISTORICAL DISCUSSION: IRISH FAMINE
1845-50 |
PIZZA EXPRESS |
£FREE |
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David Nolan hosts the
historical discussion on the Irish Famine and explores the situation
that contributed and caused the famine and its aftermath.
The Irish Famine 1845-1850 was a significant event in Irish history - halving the population of Ireland and beginning a long period of sustained emigration from the island. The discussion will suit history students and those interested in Irish history. The discussion will begin with an outline of the context of the Irish Famine and input will be invited. David Nolan studied BA History specialising in Irish history and European Union Politics MA at Liverpool University. Refreshments Available
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Pizza ExpressUpstairs2 The Boulevard CRAWLEY West Sussex - [map] Info: 0774 0358221
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| WED 24 AUGUST - 8pm |
IRISH STAND-UP COMEDY | RAT AND PARROT |
£4 |
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Experience some of the
best Irish comedians this side of the Irish sea. Enjoy an
evening of award winning Irish Comedy
featuring some of the our best Irish comedians.
The event features some of the best Irish comedians that have featured extensively on television and radio and at comedy festivals throughout Britain and Ireland. Join award winners Kevin Hayes, Richard Holmes and Ian Hunter as they explore the world around from their childhood in Ireland to adult life in Britain and futher afield. About the acts: [Kevin Hayes] - [Richard Holmes] - [Ian Hunter] Building on the success of the 2004 events, the comedy night will bring together a successful collection of quirks, humour and award winning stand-up. Licensed Venue - Over
18s Only
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Rat and Parrot Pub
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| THUR 25 AUG - 7.45pm |
INTRODUCTION TO THE IRISH GAELIC LANGUAGE |
ARENA SUITE |
£FREE |
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Irish Gaelic is
Ireland’s official language and a treaty language of the European
Union. This event provides everyone an opportunity to get to know it a
little more and get to know some everyday phrases.
Irish Gaelic is spoken
principally in small rural communities known as the Gaeltacht. Until
the 1850s it was spoken by the vast majority of Ireland's population,
today it is spoken by a small collection of communities as a first
language but taught extensively in Irish schools.
Refreshments
AvailableThe class is aimed at beginners to the Irish language and experienced Gaelic speakers are encouraged to participate and give assistance. The event is run by Marie Aine Dhrainne who teaches at schools throughout London. |
Crawley Leisure Centre - Arena Suite
Haslett
Avenue |
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| FRI 26 AUG - 7.30pm | IRISH COOKERY EVENING with Stephen Scuffel |
ST WILFRID'S SCHOOL | £3 |
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Crown Moran Hotel Head
Chef, Stephen Scuffel, takes a break from the buzz of London's famous
Irish Cricklewood Hotel to
present an evening of traditional Irish cuisine.
The event is a takeaway with a difference, it offers its participants the opportunity to get involved with a 'home made' culinary experience. Stephen is a well-known Chef in London with regular attendees that are amongst the most powerful personalities in the country. Takeaway
with a
difference
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St Wilfrid's SchoolOakwood,Old Horsham Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 8PG - [map] Info: 01293 414026 or
01737 215368
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| SAT 27 AUGUST - 12pm |
IRISH DANCING IN CRAWLEY'S
HEART |
QUEEN'S SQUARE |
£FREE |
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Crawley's Town Centre
hosts an afternoon of Irish dance accompanied
by traditional Irish dance music. Local Irish dance schools present an
afternoon of Irish entertainment
in the heart of Crawley's
shopping district.
This event is due for confirmation due to circumstances at Crawley Borough Council beyond our control. We hope to be able to continue these demonstrations if possible but this event cannot be guaranteed. Hosted by the Celtic and Irish Cultural Society with assistance from Crawley Borough Council Dance times vary:
12pm-3pm
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The BandstandQueen's SquareCrawley West Sussex RH10 1HA [map] Info: 07740 358221 |
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| SUN 28 AUGUST - 12pm |
10th ANNIVERSARY CRAWLEY IRISH
FESTIVAL |
SOUTHGATE
FIELDS |
£4 |
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Sponsored by: Foundation
Developments Limited, Cappagh Group, Accurate Construction, Coinford
Construction, Hendrick's Lovell and Tourism Ireland
Now in its 10th year, the
Crawley Irish Festival has growth from strength to strength. With its mix of great bands, traditional irish dancing, children's entertainment, GAA games funfair, fancy dress competitions, open irish dance competitions, bars, food and lots lots more, the Crawley Irish Festival is a family day out to remember. More information online at http://www.celtic-irish.co.uk/cif/ Entry is priced at
£4 for adults (children free) - programmes are available in
advance
at any of the Fleadh 2005 events or available at the gate.
Bar - Setanta Sports -
GAA - Stalls - Irish Dancing
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Southgate Playing FieldsSouthgate AvenueCRAWLEY West Sussex - [map] Info: 07050 375 715
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Kids free Pay on entry |
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28 AUG - 8.30pm |
POST-CRAWLEY
IRISH FESTIVAL 2005 DANCE |
RAILWAY
CLUB |
£7 |
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The Crawley Fleadh and
Crawley Irish Festival officially conclude in the early hours of 29th
August.
Join Trudy Lalor, John Glenn and Solid Gold Country as they conclude the Fleadh in style at the Festival dance at the Railway Club, Three Bridges from 8pm. The Crawley Irish Festival Grand Raffle will also be drawn at the event. Bar and extension until
late
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Three Bridges Railway and Social ClubThree Bridges BR Station,Williams Way, Three Bridges, CRAWLEY, West Sussex - [map] |
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