Ballintrillick

25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

You may be aware that the Benwiskin Centre has been in business for almost 17 years but Ballintrillick Environmental Group, the steering group behind the Benwiskin Centre and the Gleniff Barytes Mill Site, are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. Back in March 1992, nine people formed Ballintrillick Environmental Group when concerns were raised about the high levels of illegal dumping in the scenic area of Ballintrillick, North Sligo. A ‘ clean- up’ day was organised for March 19, 1992, which mobilised local interest and support which became an annual event that has been running for 25 years. To celebrate this milestone, Ballintrillick Environmental Group are hosting a range of events throughout 2017. Events held already include the 25th annual cleanup, an anniversary card game and a get- together for all past and current board members. For other upcoming events, see below.

GLENIFF HORSESHOE WALK

Join us for a walk around the panoramic Gleniff Horseshoe on Sunday, June 11. You will be issued with a ‘ certificate of participation’ in our anniversary year followed by refreshments back at the Benwiskin Centre. Registration fee € 5. Further details to follow.

SUMMER SOCIAL – MUSIC BY THE LAKELANDERS

The Lakelanders will provide the music for Ballintrillick Environmental Group’s summer social at the Benwiskin Centre on Friday, June 16. Music from 10.30p – 1 p. m. Entrance fee € 7. Supper provided.

HISTORY PRESENTATION

Presentation by Gerry Foley, local historian, on the history of the Gleniff Barytes Mines and Mill site in the Gleniff Horseshoe. Event as part of ‘ National Heritage Week’ – Sunday, August 27

LAUNDRY SERVICE.

The Benwiskin Centre provides a laundry service ( during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m.). Why not drop your laundry off and let us do it for you.

NORTH SLIGO COMMUNITY WALKING GROUP.

Meet every Wednesday for a walk. Schedule of walks available on our website at benwiskincentre. com

CLIFFONEY COUNTRY MARKET

Cliffoney Hall, first and third Sunday of the month 11 a. m. to 1 p. m. New vendors always welcome to join the group. View their Facebook page for further details.