News › Archive of August, 2021
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Naval Bertha - Finalist - Blas na hÉireann Awards 2021
We are chuffed to bits that Naval Bertha has reached the finals of the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards 2021. The winners will be announced on 2nd October.
Now in it’s 14th year, Blas na hEireann, The Irish Food Awards is the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland. Products from every county on Ireland were entered into the 2020 competition to win Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards in a broad range of food and drink categories as well as key awards such as Supreme Champion and Best Artisan Producer.
The Blas na hÉireann Awards are a fantastic showcase of the best artisan produce from the island of Ireland.
Fingers-crossed!
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Hello Honey Journal - Our Favourite Country House
Huge thanks to The Honey Journal for staying at Ballyvolane House and for featuring the house on their blog.
Founded in 2021, The Honey Journal is a place for women who value the restorative powers of a sunrise yoga session just as much as the healing powers of a night out in a sweaty nightclub with your closest pals. It’s is a space for women who like to keep their pulse on the latest trends but who also couldn’t care less. It is a contradiction and a constantly evolving space where anything goes.
“We’d been expecting a chic country escape, having read the amazing Tripadvisor reviews and seen the gorgeous Instagram posts but we really weren’t prepared for the wow factor of Ballyvolane House.”
Thanks for your support and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
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Heritage Week 2021 - Sunday, 22nd August - Open Gardens, Pop-Up Café, Guided house tours with Justin
Heritage Week 2021 Join us this Sunday, 22nd August from 12noon to 4pm for our special Heritage Week Open Gardens, Pop-Up Café and Historic House Tours.
Justin (the owner) will be giving a guided tour of Ballyvolane House and grounds at 1pm and 3pm. The weather is looking good and visitors can explore the glorious gardens and woodland walks.
Our café in the barn will be serving Barista coffees from Maher’s Coffee Roasters in Cork as well as cakes, pastries, wood-fired pizzas and ice cream all homemade here at the house. Visitors can also enjoy local craft beers, ciders and spirits with lunch including our very own Bertha’s Revenge Gin which is distilled on-site.
Pooches are welcome too.
Entry fee: €5.00 per person/€15.00 per family.
Hope to see you there!
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Illustrated Map of Ballyvolane House
This pretty map was illustrated by our good friend Roz Jellett. We love it. Thank you Roz!
Check out her amazing work rozjellet.com.
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Bertha’s Revenge Gin Marmalade - The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating - Short Film by Storybord.ie.
The proof of the pudding is in the eating. We are delighted to share this short film by David McClelland of Justin and Antony (the distillers of Bertha’s Revenge Gin) enjoying a slice of toast with a generous dollop of Bertha’s Revenge Gin Marmalade. It is absolutely delicious and made by our friends at Crossogue Preserves in Tipperary. Total heaven!
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The Gloss Magazine - 17 Favourite Family-Owned Hotels and Guest-Houses in Ireland
We are delighted to be featured in The Gloss Magazine - 17 Favourite Family-Owned Hotels and Guest Houses in Ireland by Penny McCormick. In great company, stunning spots dotted across this island. Thanks Penny!
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