AESC Recreational Activities
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Monday, July 29 | |
Spouse Book Club No charge for this event
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Gather immediately after the Family Breakfast. Get together with other Club spouses to renew old friendships and make new ones. The selection for the 2024 Spouse Book Club is "The Pull of the Stars" by Emma Donoghue. Plus, we'll have a special Kilkea Castle history talk. From 11:15 am to 12:15 pm, book club attendees are invited to observe the sheepherding demonstration we have arranged for the kids of all ages. Please register for this event so we can get a rough headcount... but there's no charge. |
Fairies, Leprechauns and $30 per participant to cover the cost of supplies and the sheep herding |
This supervised event is for kids of all ages, but primarily younger children. Gather at the family breakfast. The group will have crafts to create items for a special castle fairy garden and leprechaun lures. At 11:15, everybody will gather on the castle green for the sheep herding demonstration.. Watch THIS VIDEO about the sheep herding demonstration. |
Escape from the Castle Dungeon and Sheep Herding Demonstration 10:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $50 per participant, includes both segments
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Discover the Kilkea Castle Escape Rooms! Immerse yourself in one of the four thrilling experiences: Two Dueling Dungeons, Knights Round Table, and Shackleton's Quest. Uncover mysteries, solve puzzles, and make history with friends and family. Are you ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Assuming you are able to escape from the dungeon, join the group on the castle green for a sheep herding demonstration at 11:15 a.m. Watch THIS VIDEO about the sheep herding demonstration. |
Irish National Stud and Gardens For members and families . . . $100 includes roundtrip transportation, entry fees and dinner
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A visit to the Irish National Stud and Gardens is something to be remembered. It is difficult to define what has made the Irish National Stud a birthplace of Champions. A place where 520 mares were welcomed to the covering barn and over 300 foals took their steps in the nursery. Journey through the history of horse racing brought to life like never before. The Irish Racehorse Experience takes the visitor on a journey through the rich history and heritage of the Irish thoroughbred sector, from the world’s very first steeplechase in Cork to today’s commercial success story where Ireland and the Irish diaspora continue to lead the world in breeding, training and racing. Finish the day with a relaxing visit to the Japanese Gardens before heading into dinner. |
Tuesday - Thursday |
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Falconry -- A noble and ancient sport, falconry offers a unique and memorable experience. The majesty of Falcons, Owls and Hawks can be experienced amidst the backdrop of the historic Kilkea Castle. Learn about these amazing birds of prey in small groups of not more than 15 at various times on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Sign up with Kathy at the Club registration area in Baronial Hall. There will be a nominal charge to help with the cost of the demonstrations. |
Tuesday, July 30 | |
AESC Tennis $20 per player, including tennis balls and beverages. |
The AESC tennis tournament will take place at the Kilkea courts in the shadow of the historic 12th Century castle. Depending on the number of players, we may extend play to Thursday morning. Tennis racquets are available to borrow at the Castle. The reception/banquet is this evening. |
Activities on your own |
Check out the list (below) of places to explore on your own or in small groups in the area around Kilkea Castle. We will have a mini-bus on-site to provide transportation for those who do not have a car. There will be a small charge for use of the bus to help defray the cost. |
Wednesday afternoon/evening, July 31 | |
Excursion to Historic Dublin Bus departs at about 1:15 p.m. with an early evening return and a later evening return. Roundtrip transportation and the box lunch is $60 per person. There will be additional charges for the activities in the city once we have firm numbers. .see details →
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Dublin is a city that's as intimate as a village and as friendly as an Irish pub. The city's streets and alleys are filled with vibrant art and historic buildings, cafés, shopping and traditional "old man" pubs, as Dubliners call them. Walk the streets and you'll feel the energy of more than1,000 years of history.
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Thursday, August 1 | |
AESC Golf Outing Start at 8:00 a.m. Cost is $100 and includes greens fee and a "buggy"
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Kilkea Castle offers an 18-hole par 70 championship parkland golf course, measuring 6200 metres. The Course was developed in this magnificent setting beneath the shadow of the 12th century Castle and allows the splendor of the Castle to be viewed from every fairway. The course construction uses the River Griese as a natural hazard flowing through the Castle grounds and estate. You will encounter the river at almost every hole. Two lakes have also been included into the design, adding to the overall challenge. |
"Not Golf" -- Irish Family Olympics 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
We're organizing some fun games that families can enjoy on the grounds of the castle. Details coming! |
Other Independent Things To Do in the Area Here are a few additional options if you're looking for something to do in the area around the Charleston area. The Club will not be organizing excursions to any of these locations... but feel free to buddy up with other Club members if you wish and enjoy! You will find sign-up sheets posted at the Club registration desk for "ad hoc" excursions that are being organized by Club members or families. Note -- We have arranged for a 16-passenger mini-bus to be available at the Castle morning and afternoon from Tuesday through Thursday. The cost of this vehicle will be covered by those who use it, so there will be a nominal charge for each round-trip. Book usage with Kathy at the Club registration desk in Baronial Hall.
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