Castle Leslie Estate, Glaslough,
Co. Monaghan, Ireland
www.castleleslie.com
tel: +353 47 88 100
email: [email protected]
Welcome to
Castle Leslie Estate
On behalf of the Leslie family, my team and I, we wish
to extend a very warm greeting to you. Céad míle
fáilte and welcome to Castle Leslie Estate, home to
the Leslie family for over 300 years.
We hope that you thoroughly enjoy your time with us as
you explore our part of Ireland. To truly get the most out
of your stay with us, we bring you a flavour of some of the
up and coming highlights at Castle Leslie Estate and in our
local area this Winter.
We look forward to being of service and if we can be of any
assistance during your visit, please do not hesitate to ask any
of the team who are always genuinely delighted to help.
Brian Baldwin
Estate General Manager
Events This Winter at Castle Leslie Estate and nearby…
Mystery of the
Christmas Star
Digital Theatre Show
1 – 22 December 2016,
Armagh Planetarium, Armagh.
£6.00 per adult, £5.00 per child
Join Armagh Planetarium this
Christmas as they journey back
more than 2000 years to Bethlehem,
and seek to discover an explanation
for the star the Wise Men followed
to find the baby Jesus in “Mystery of
the Christmas Star”. This modern
retelling of the Christmas story in
their Digital Theatre will charm and
captivate audiences of all ages.
A Christmas Tapestry
2 & 3 December 2016 at 7:30pm
Admission: €7-€10, The Iontas
Theatre, Castleblayney
Two hundred performers, spanning
three generations from the
Castleblayney area are coming
together to create a magical
Christmas show. This night of
singing and dancing will be
provided by members of Fusion.
Our Lady’s Secondary School
Choir and the Muckno Singers and
will definitely warm hearts these
December evenings as we prepare
for Christmas.
Christmas Winter
Wonderland
Castle Leslie
Equestrian Centre
A Step in Time; The
Story of Irish Dance
Pat Shortt –
‘How’s Tings?’
3 & 4 December 2016 Glaslough,
Co. Monaghan. Admission €12.50
17 December 2016, Christmas Show
Jumping. €10.00 per person on
your own horse or €25 per person
to hire a horse
1 – 22 January 2017, Ulster Folk
and Transport Museum, Botanic
Gardens, Belfast. 11am – 4pm
21 January 2017, The Iontas Theatre,
Castleblayney. 8pm. Admission €29
per person
This exhibition charts the history
of Irish Dance from the late 1800s
to present day, through costume,
embroidery, images and film. The
exhibition includes reference to the
1904 Feis in the Glens of Antrim, a
landmark event in Ulster’s recent
cultural history, with competition in
music, drama, craft work and dance.
Embroidered costumes, medals
and certificates will tell the story
of the development of both dance
schools and governing bodies for
Irish Dance.
Fresh from the success of his awardwinning show, Selfie. Pat Shortt
returns with a brand new show
called ‘How’s Tings?’ In a night of
music and mayhem, Ireland’s most
popular comedian explores all
sorts of ‘tings’. Big ‘tings’ and little
‘tings’, personal ‘tings’ and ‘tings’
that are not so personal. Important
international ‘tings’ and ‘tings’ that
only affect the parish. In Shortt, it’s
a funny show about ‘tings’.
Titanic: Window on
Emigration
4 February 2017, The Argory,
Armagh. 12-5pm. Admission applies.
The elves will take you on a journey
through the Winter Wonderland
where you will be entertained with
the majestical music provided by
members of the local musical society.
Adults can enjoy some mince pies
and mulled wine, the children can
design their own gingerbread men
in the bakery and enjoy some hot
chocolate and biscuits. See the polar
bears, penguins, reindeer and lots
more among the glistening lights of
the specially designed old Christmas
Village. And finally, you will be taken
on a ride on the Polar Express train
and onward to visit Santa in his
Grotto where he will deliver a special
present for all the good boys and
girls. Tickets on sale at Ronaghan’s
Pharmacy, Monaghan or call the
Oakland Centre - 087 7780888
Santa’s Magical
Solstice Christmas
3 – 22 December 2016,
Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh.
Adult £5.30, Child £10.50
This event will take you on an
enchanted Christmas journey to
the magical land of Lapland as
day quickly turns to night and the
wonder of the Solstice takes place.
Santa will be waiting to meet all the
boys and girls, and of course, he has
a gift for all the children!
Choir Performance
St. Salvator’s Church,
Castle Leslie Estate
19 & 20 December 2016
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Open to all levels of riders. Starts at
70cm. For bookings, please contact
Tina on +353 47 88535 / stables@
castleleslie.com
White Christmas
21 December 2016, The Market Place
Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh.
Prices £19.00 plus £1.00 Booking Fee
We all dream of a White Christmas
and Happy Holidays so Armagh’s
sensational a cappella group
‘Cantilena’ pour some festive spirit
into our Christmas Celebrations as
they ring in the festive season in their
own inimitable a cappella style. This
evening of well-known traditional
carols and popular Christmas
songs, accompanied by the festive
atmosphere, mulled wine and mince
pies, will definitely put a Christmassy
glow in your cheeks. Early booking
is strongly recommended for this
ever-popular show that welcomes the
holidays in true festive style.
Belleek Pottery Tour
January & February 2017, Belleek
Pottery, Fermanagh. 9am-5.30pm
(closed Sat & Sun), Runs every 20
minutes. Adults £4.00, Children
under 12 years of age are Free
When you step into the world of
Belleek Pottery you step back in
history. The guided tour takes
approximately 30 minutes and covers
all of the production areas offering
guests the possibility of meeting and
chatting with the craftspeople.
1 – 31 January 2017, Ulster American
Folk Park, Omagh, Co. Tyrone.
10am-5pm. Adult £9.00, Child £5.50.
Children under 4 years of age are
Free.
Have you ever wondered what life
was like for the emigrants from
Ireland who boarded Titanic? This
exhibition looks at the stories of
some of the Irish emigrants. Set in
the context of European emigration,
you can explore the stories of the
steerage passengers and why they
left for the New World. Explore a
third class cabin on Titanic, listen
to the voices of those involved and
bring to life the stories of the people
who handed over their tickets in
Queenstown on 11 April 1912 for a
journey to a new life.
Snowdrop Walks
Come and see the wonderful displays
of snowdrops lovingly planted over
the years by the estate staff and
volunteers. Choose to go self-guided
or join one of the guided estate
walks, then relax in the Coffee Shop
for a warm drink or a tasty bite.
World’s Within Walls
Exhibition
16 February 2017, Monaghan County
Museum, Monaghan. Admission is
free. 11am – 5pm
This exhibition explores the history
of St. Davnet’s Mental Hospital,
formerly known as the Cavan and
Monaghan Lunatic Asylum
The Fureys
25 February 2017, The Market Place
Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh.
8pm, Tickets from £22.00
For over 39 years, Ireland’s legends
the Fureys have been selling out
concerts worldwide. They return
for another great night of Irish
Music, Songs and stories on
Saturday 25th February.
Hear them sing their timeless
classics including ‘When you were
sweet 16’, ‘I will love you’, ‘The
Green fields of France’, ‘The old
man’, ‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare
to here’, ‘Her father didn’t like me
anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’, ‘Steal
away’ among others, plus songs
from their new CD ‘The Times
they are a changing’. Their emotive
songs stir many emotions….tears
and laughter, sadness and joy.
Armagh Park Run
–Weekly Free 5km
Timed Run
25 February 2017 at 9:30am and
every Saturday thereafter, Armagh
This park run takes place in the
Palace Demesne Public Park,
Armagh. It’s free but you do need to
register before your first run. Only
ever register with parkrun once.
Don’t forget to bring a printed copy of
your barcode (request a reminder). If
you forget it, you won’t get a time.
For details of all our
Winter events or to
arrange a booking
please visit our website
www.castleleslie.com or
call us on +353 47 88100
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Moments of equestrian
adventure...
you don’ t have to be an experienced rider to visit us at
the Equestrian Centre. Even if you’ve never ridden a horse, we’d love
you to visit and begin your equestrian adventure with us! Although
it’s Winter time, don’t let the cold weather put you off. We have a
world class Indoor Arena with heated seats in our viewing gallery. We
even have a Horse Simulator to teach you or to improve your skills.
Throughout the Winter we’re giving riding lessons in our superb
Indoor Arena with a 45 minute private lesson at €50. When February
arrives, get back in the saddle and enjoy a thrilling late Winter hack
on the Estate. Experience the exhilaration of riding on our 1,000
acres with a one hour hack for €40 or a two hour cross country jump
ride for €85.
During February our Saddle Club runs midweek during the
school holidays from 10am – 12pm and costs €35 per child per day.
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Moments of
lasting bliss...
For a complete list of
activities visit
www.castleleslie.com
or call reception.
Bookings can be made
within 24 hours notice
or sooner depending on
availability and weather
conditions.
We advise early booking
where possible to avoid
disappointment. Maps
are available for all
residents from reception.
our skin goes through its own unique transition
in response to the changing seasons. To ease that transition we
offer you three very special signature facials, one for each month
of Winter. December’s facial is a Festive Cranberry, Pomegranate
and Almond Facial. January’s facial is a delicious Rosehip & Maize
exfoliating and rejuvenating Eminence treat! And for February – the
month of romance, a Chocolate & Roses decadent organic facial. Each facial is priced at just €55.00 and has a duration of 45 minutes. Also for the season, we’ve created the perfect Winter Warmer
package. It includes an indulgent Eminence detox paprika facial, a
back cleansing treatment and a hand or toes file and paint for just
€85.00 which takes 85 minutes.
In addition to our signature
facials and our seasonal
offers, our highly-trained
therapists will pamper you
with a range of traditional
organic therapies from
the ‘Eminence Organics’
& ‘Voya’ ranges. For a full
menu list please visit
www.castleleslie.com
To contact the Victorian
Treatment Rooms directly
dial extension 405 or email
[email protected]
to make an appointment.
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Moments of indulgence
to savour...
age old irish hospitality decrees that you get out the best linen,
pick the finest food and treat your guests to the best. This tradition
continues at Castle Leslie Estate. There is little chance of going hungry
this Winter – from lazy lunches in Conor’s Bar at The Lodge, to delightful Afternoon Tea at The Castle until finally dinner at the 2 AA Rosette
Award Winning Snaffles Restaurant. Our Executive Head Chef Andrew
Bradley and his team celebrate Wintertime in abundance this season
and have created some wonderful menus for you to enjoy.
Conor’s Bar is the perfect place to enjoy traditional style home cooking in a relaxed environment. Crackling log fires burning and the heart
warming menus served by our friendly team will ensure a perfect lunch
or evening meal. Snaffles Restaurant serves hearty morning breakfasts
to kick start any cold Winter morning, and wonderful sophisticated
Winter fare each evening.
Winter specialities:
Snaffles Restaurant
Spiced Battered
Atlantic Scallops
With Mango Salsa, Lemon
Jelly, Salted Cucumber,
Samphire, Dried Bacon
and a Bergamote Foam
Conor’s Bar:
Smoked Estate
Venison Burger
Toasted Waterford Blaa
Bun with Cheese, Bacon,
Lettuce, Onion, Cranberry
Mayonnaise & Rustic Fries
Fondly remembering
sir john leslie’s
(uncle jack)
100th birthday ​
Born 6th December 1916
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The Castle
The Old Stable Mews
The Lodge
castle leslie estate gift vouchers
Return and Retreat this Spring…
thank you for choosing to visit us at Castle Leslie Estate
this winter. We trust that you had a memorable stay with us and
hopefully you are already considering a return visit this spring
2017! If so please allow us to tempt you with a 10% discount off
your spring package which can be used towards the cost of any
package break on the estate this March, April or May 2017.
This discount is not applicable
to any third party offers or
already discounted special
offers and is subject to
availability
To avail of this special return invitation and loyalty discount,
please make this booking directly with us over the telephone by calling our reservations department on +353 47 88100 or by emailing [email protected] and quoting “Spring
Return Stay”. We hope to welcome you back to Castle Leslie Estate.
Ja n u a r y S a l e
Spoil someone special this Winter...
...with a luxurious gift voucher from Castle Leslie Estate.
From relaxing spa rituals and equestrian breaks to luxurious
overnight stays and the finest dining... there’s something for
everyone! And for Valentines... why not treat that someone
special in your life to a romantic stay at Castle Leslie Estate.
Woo them with candlelit dinners, fine wine, open fires and
opulent surroundings. The scene is set for romance!
Gift vouchers can be
purchased online at
www.castleleslie.com or
from reception
Be sure to visit our website
www.castleleslie.com this
January and take a peak at
our January sale offering some
fantastic value for guests who
book early for 2017!
It promises to be fantastic! See
our homepage in the New Year
for details.
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