County Armagh Urban Orchard Experience with The Armagh Rhymers

Join an exciting and enchanting celebration of the long tradition of the apple in Armagh. Meet the word-famous Armagh Rhymers on their home ground and enter the ancient, magical and mysterious world of mummers. Priced per Group.

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THE ARMAGH RHYMERS

WHAT YOU’LL GET

Join an exciting and enchanting celebration of the long tradition of the apple in Armagh. Meet the wordfamous Armagh Rhymers on their home ground and enter the ancient, magical and mysterious world of mummers. Join them on a journey through Armagh Citys secret urban orchard involving masks and music, merriment and mirth.

Your experience will begin with an introduction to The Armagh Rhymers and the roots of mumming across Europe. It will take you to a locked gate and the orchard where we celebrate the seasons of apple growing in local stories, music, and ritual

These seasonal performances are linked to the Apple growing seasons especially Wassail & Blossom in Spring and Harvest in Autumn

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Poetry Recital
  • Traditional and Sacred Music
  • Irish Dance 
  • Traditional Wren Boy/Mummer costume and masks
  • Strawcraft
  • Interactive ritual performance

KEY INFORMATION

  • For an outdoor experience, wear strong footwear and be prepared for rain.
  • Suitable for all ages.
  • Gardens are paved but do contain 1 small set of steps, wheelchair/pushchair access is available.
  • Parking available.
  • Price: €1200.00/group
  • Duration: 45 minutes
  • Language: English, Irish

SUITABLE FOR

  • Adults
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Solo Travellers

BOOKING YOUR EXPERIENCE

Once you have purchased your experience you can book with the Host Member directly. If you need to know further information about the experience or have any specific questions. Remember, at all times we are here to help you with booking our range of experiences, so you can contact us by filling out the form on our Contact Us and we will get back to you either on the day or the next working day.

The Host Member’s specific contact information including telephone number, location and directions to the experience will be provided on confirmation of your booking.

ADDRESS & CONTACT DETAILS

St Patricks Church of Ireland Monastic Gardens

Armagh

Co. Armagh

BT61

info@armaghrhymers.com

 

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