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The Irish Sun
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I visited one of world's best golf courses on stunning estate with luxury rooms, afternoon tea, spa & art galleries
HOT on the heels of The Open in Portrush last month, golf fans can swap the greens for galleries, art, and a luxury hotel experience in Rory McIlroy's hometown of Holywood, on the outskirts of Belfast. The five-star Culloden Estate and Spa is ideally located as a base from which to visit 4 Ann Mooney with incredible artwork at Culloden Estate 4 Culloden Estate is the perfect place to relax 4 Luxury hotel suite with king-size bed, sitting area, and dining table And if you are a golf enthusiast, you are perfectly situated to visit and play some of the best courses in the world, including, of course, Portrush. Alternatively, if you simply want to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Culloden Estate, you can stay in the hotel, which was the official palace for the Bishops of Down in the 18th century. The property still retains some magnificent stained glass windows and many of its original features, such as ornate ceilings and fireplaces. Situated atop Holywood Hill overlooking Belfast Lough and the Co READ MORE IN TRAVEL With 12 acres of secluded gardens, a palatial spa, three restaurants, and my personal favourite - the Bollinger Garden - you can walk, relax, and enjoy the unique experience that is Culloden. This month, until August 31, there is even more on offer as Art and Soul has returned to the hotel, showcasing works from some of the most celebrated Irish and international artists, including Ian Pollock, Eamonn Ceannt, Giacinto Bosco, Bob Quinn, Paddy Campbell, Sandra Bell, and John Fitzgerald. Iconic names from the international art world include Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Julian Opie, Salvador Dalí, and even Banksy. Their works will be displayed at the Culloden Estate & Spa in Most read in News Travel Among this year's highlights is a playful nod to golf through Patrick O'Reilly's much-loved bronze bear sculptures, including Caddy Bear and Beyond the Rough. I must say Patrick's bears are simply gorgeous, my favourite being the well-worn and much-loved Teddy, similar to those many of us cherished during childhood. New to the exhibition this year are works by internationally acclaimed sculptors Philip Jackson, Sophie Ryder, Matteo Lo Greco, Michael Ayrton, and Lorenzo Quinn. I particularly loved artist Anna McKeever's wonderful paintings. Chatting to her, it is very clear she loves painting, so much so that she gave up her career as a psychiatrist to focus on her art. Thankfully, her brave move paid off, as her work is highly sought after by collectors. OUTDOOR SCULPTURES Hosted by Gormley's Fine Art, the exhibition features over 250 pieces, with the larger outdoor sculptures displayed throughout the Culloden's gardens overlooking Belfast Lough. These consistently rank among the most popular attractions. Even if you are not staying at the Culloden, you are more than welcome to visit and wander around the exhibits. Enjoy a meal in the fabulous restaurant or pop down to the Bollinger Garden, where you can sit in beautiful surroundings with a glass of Bolly. You can be sure that General Manager Cormac Fadden and his excellent team at the Culloden will do everything possible to make your visit a truly special experience. Oliver Gormley of Gormleys Fine Art said: 'Holywood is home to Rory McIlroy and one of Ireland's most iconic hotels — the perfect setting to showcase some of the most celebrated artists of our time. Art and Soul offers a unique opportunity to enjoy world-class art in an extraordinary setting, and with The Open taking place just up the road in Portrush, it's a fantastic time to visit Northern Ireland.' This marks Gormleys' thirteenth major art and sculpture event, with the Culloden Estate & Spa hosting the exhibition for over a decade. 'TRULY SPECIAL' Howard Hastings, Chairman of the Culloden Estate & Spa, said: 'Art and Soul brings something truly special to the Culloden. 'We're thrilled to welcome guests to explore this exceptional celebration of creativity and culture in one of the most beautiful settings in Ireland.' As part of the experience, the Culloden is offering a specially curated Art and Soul Afternoon Tea, alongside daily guided tours of the exhibition. Supported by Ards and North Down Borough Council, Art and Soul is free to attend and open to the public daily from 11am to 7pm. Luxury overnight stays with breakfast are available starting from £243 (approx. €285) per person sharing. More information about tour bookings and overnight stays can be found at and 4 Anna McKeever's wonderful paintings are on show
Irish Independent
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Kerry hotel to host works by Andy Warhol and Salvador Dalí in upcoming art and sculptures exhibition
The exhibition, courtesy of Irish gallery Gormleys, will see the lodge and its 300-acre estate provide the backdrop for a selection of sculptures and artworks. Artworks by Warhol, Dali and Patrick Rubenstein will be complimented by a collection of life-size outdoor sculptures that will be positioned around the lodge's grounds between the Sheen River and the scenic mountains of Kenmare Bay. Oliver Gormley said the upcoming display of art at Sheen Falls will mark the first time that Gormleys Gallery will host an exhibition in Kerry. It will follow in the footsteps of 'Art and Soul', one of Ireland's biggest art and sculpture events, which is held at Castlemartyr Resort in Cor, The K Club in Kildare and Culloden Estate in Belfast. 'One of Ireland's most acclaimed artists—and proud Kerry native — Liam O'Neill will debut a brand-new collection of sculptures, adding a special local dimension to the exhibition,' Mr Gormley said. 'Inside the hotel, guests can admire iconic pieces by global icons, including Warhol, Dali and Rubinstein, alongside an array of celebrated Irish artists.' Sheen Falls general manager, Brian Loughnane, said the exhibition will create an 'unforgettable cultural experience for guests and visitors'. The free exhibition will officially open on Sunday, September 14 at 4pm and run until Sunday, October 12. The display will open daily to the public from 11am to 7pm, but will be closed on certain days to accommodate private events. An 'Art Appreciation Dinner' with live entertainment will be held at Sheen Falls as part of the exhibition on Tuesday, September 16. ADVERTISEMENT Guests will get a guided tour of the exhibition and a conversation with featured artists Liam O'Neill, John Redmond and Jenny Belton before they are seated for a refined three-course dinner with paired wines, designed by the hotel's executive chef Mark Treacy. Reservations for the Art Appreciation Dinner can be made by calling Sheen Falls Lodge directly on 064 664 1600. For more information and to confirm opening dates of the upcoming exhibition, visit or
RTÉ News
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
'Truly special' free art exhibition set for Northern Ireland
A "truly special" collection of Irish and international art will be showcased for free in Northern Ireland from next Sunday. More than 350 works by artists including Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy, Julian Opie and Salvador Dali will be on display when Art and Soul returns to the Culloden Estate and Spa outside Belfast. The event will also feature a major outdoor exhibition of 90 large sculptures and installations set throughout the 12 acres of gardens overlooking Belfast Lough. More than 70 smaller, more intimate sculptures will be on display throughout the hotel interior. Art lovers can also discover works by celebrated Irish and international artists, including Ian Pollock, Eamonn Ceannt, Giacinto Bosco, Bob Quinn, Paddy Campbell, Sandra Bell and John Fitzgerald. The show is Gormleys' 13th major art and sculpture event, with the Culloden hosting the exhibition for more than a decade. Oliver Gormley said: "Art and Soul gives art lovers a unique opportunity to view these incredible works of art in the beautiful surroundings of the Culloden, the perfect setting to showcase some of the most celebrated artists of our time. "Adults and children will enjoy the event equally, and our previous events in The K Club, Russborough, and the Castlemartyr resort attracted over 10,000 visitors." Howard Hastings, chairman of the Culloden Estate and Spa, said Art and Soul brings "something truly special" to the venue. "We're thrilled to welcome guests to explore this exceptional celebration of creativity and culture in one of the most beautiful settings in Ireland," he said.
Irish Examiner
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Works by leading Irish and international artists at outdoor exhibition in Cork
Offering an outdoor exhibition of 90 large sculptures and various installations Art and Soul opens at Castlemartyr Resort tomorrow (June 1) and runs until June 29. Hosted by Gormleys, it offers contemporary art and sculpture by international and Irish artists, including Andy Warhol, Banksy, Damien Hirst and Salvador Dali. More than 350 artworks will be shown with a full programme of artists' talks and daily guided tours. Eamonn Ceannt's 'Happy Face III'. Works by international sculptors like Michael Ayrton, Philip Jackson, Sophie Ryder, Matteo Lo Greco and Lorenzo Quinn who have not previously featured at Art and Soul will be on display. Among the many Irish sculptors taking part are Patrick O'Reilly, Ian Pollock, Eamonn Ceannt, Giacinto Bosco, Bob Quinn, Paddy Campbell, Sandra Bell and John Fitzgerald. Over 10,000 people viewed the exhibition last year.
Irish Examiner
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Desire Lines: A Penneys powersuit, a reimagined Twirl, and the return of a cult shampoo
The co-ord We see your buttermilk yellow co-ord and raise you this papaya variety from Penneys. A blazer, €26, longline waistcoat, €18, and tailored skort, €14 (fine when we aren't running around pitches), completes this spring/summer powerhouse. The exhibition Bob Quinn, Best Night Ever, will feature on the grounds of Cork's five-star Castlemartyr Resort. Ireland's biggest art and sculpture event will return to Cork's five-star Castlemartyr Resort this June. Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Banksy, Julian Opie, and Bob Quinn are among those exhibiting at Art and Soul, a free exhibition of 90 large sculptures and installations, with over 70 more on display inside the hotel. Hosted by Gormleys, the event is open to the public from 11am to 7pm from June 1 to 29, with guided tours running at 12pm, 3pm, and 5pm daily. The shampoo Lush's Ginger shampoo, €24 for 275g pot Did you know that, before Lush was born, its founders supplied The Body Shop with some of its most iconic products? Sadly, The Body Shop entered into administration last year, and many fans will have been forced to find alternatives to their favourite products... Well, we've got good news. Lush has now started making products from those recipes it gave away so long ago, which means the return of cult classics such as ginger shampoo and banana conditioner. We picked up the former last week and can happily report a flake-free scalp and shiny, sleek locks. Hurrah! The eye makeup remover OPTASE Life Sensitive Eye Makeup Remover If the fine weather has also brought the return of itchy, watery eyes, we feel your pain. Can we recommend scrapping your usual cleanser for a formula specifically designed for sensitive eyes? The skin around the eyes is six to 10 times thinner than the rest of our face, so it makes sense that it needs some extra care. Optase Life's ophthalmologist-approved sensitive eye makeup remover doesn't contain preservatives or fragrances that can disrupt our skin's natural barrier and irritate the ocular surface. Available in Boots, pharmacies, and opticians. €9.98. The hard iced tea Lay Low iced tea How many of us have returned from a holiday or trip abroad thinking, 'why don't we do that here?' Well, Cian Stanley came back from his J1 in the States with a similar thought and decided to start a business. He's just launched Ireland's first non-sparkling hard iced tea. With 4.5% ABV and just 90 calories a can, it's a sugar-free option for those looking for a lighter alcoholic beverage this summer. Available in peach and lemon varieties, it is stocked in select Dunnes Stores, Centra, Applegreen, and off-licences across the country. €36 per 12 pack. The chocolate The new Twirl White Dipped from Cadbury The Cadbury Twirl is one of the Irish chocolate brand's most iconic bars. Now, it's getting a makeover. The Twirl White Dipped, available for a limited time only, is dunked in velvety smooth white chocolate. It has us pining for the return of the Dream bar... €1.75. The event The Cork Carnival of Science takes place at Fitzgerald Park on June 7 and 8. Picture: Darragh Kane Cork's Carnival of Science returns on June 7 and 8 to Fitzgerald's Park. Ireland's largest outdoor Stem experience, supported by Cork City Council and Research Ireland, is a free family event. Expect interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and roaming science performers who mix juggling, bubbles, and street theatre with real-world science know-how. The highlight? RTÉ's Mark the Science Guy presents Storm Chaser — a thrilling sit-down science show that explores the power of weather and electricity. Compiled by Vickie Maye, Nicole Glennon and Jillian Bolger, weekend@ Read More Nine essential capsule wardrobe pieces to pack in your carry-on this summer
