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Irish Examiner
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- Irish Examiner
Tots to Teens: Bugs and beasties for nature lovers
Get in touch with nature by taking part in the Wild Garden Adventures series at the National Botanic Gardens. These interactive events start tomorrow, July 23, and continue weekly until August 27. First up is a 'Biodiversity — Bugs & Beasties', which will introduce children to the bugs and creatures found in various habitats in the gardens. Next is the 'Budding Botanist', which will involve an expedition through the gardens and learning how to identify and collect various plant specimens. They will then press these plants in a flower press that they construct themselves. The third event is 'Pond Dipping', which will teach children about the weird and wonderful diversity of insects that live in and around the ponds in the gardens. The fourth event is the 'Bird Safari', during which the bird author Glynn Anderson will bring children on a guided walk through the gardens, pointing out all the different birds he spots along the way. There's another 'Biodiversity — Bugs & Beasties' event on August 20 and a 'Budding Botanist' one on August 27. All of these tours are suitable for children aged eight and up. Tickets, €5, can be booked online via Woodies fundraiser Woodies' Heroes. Woodie's has announced the return of Woodie's Heroes, its annual fundraiser in aid of Irish children's charities. The DIY, home and garden store has held this fundraiser since 2015 and has raised over €4.1m in that time. This year, the Woodie's Heroes campaign will run from now until August 9, and every cent raised will be donated to Childline by ISPCC, Down Syndrome Ireland, Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland, and the Cancer Fund for Children. Supporting the campaign is easy. All you have to do is donate at the till in any Woodie's store or contribute online at Adventuring in Ireland My Irish Adventure My Irish Adventure is a great book to pack in the suitcase if you're planning on taking a trip anywhere in Ireland this summer. It was written by five-year-old Eoghan Corrigan and his mum Carol, and reading it will encourage children to discover more of what this country has to offer. The book follows Eoghan as he journeys across Ireland. Each page is devoted to a different county and features colourful illustrations as well as Eoghan's favourite facts about that particular part of the country. On the page devoted to Cork, for example, he mentions the Blarney Stone, Cobh and its association with the Titanic and how Spike Island was once the world's biggest depot for convicts. My Irish Adventure is widely available and costs from €10. Summer schooling Top of the Class The Irish summer can be hit or miss weather-wise. One minute, the kids are happy playing outdoors in the sunshine. The next torrential rain can force them back indoors, where they are likely to complain of having nothing to do. The 'Top of the Class' board game is a great thing to have on hand when such complaints arise. It's an Irish general knowledge and trivia game suitable for all ages from six and up. To win, participants must answer questions based on English, maths, history, science, geography and general knowledge they will have learned at school. They must also avoid hazards, handle the principal's instructions, and pass their summer tests. This board game can be purchased from for €34.95. M&S back-to-school It's never too early to plan for the children's return to school, especially if there are special offers available. Marks & Spencer has announced that it is keeping its prices locked at 2021 levels for another year and is currently offering 20% off its back-to-school range. Parents can now avail of deals like two cotton unisex polo shirts for €6. Offer lasts for a limited time only. Read More What is myopia and can it be caused by children spending too much time on screens?
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Woodie's launches ‘big' garden furniture sale with prices slashed by up to 50% off just in time for Irish 28C heatwave
IF you're looking to spruce up your garden this summer, you may be in luck as a major store has launched a huge sale just in time for the heatwave. Woodie's Ireland has slashed the prices of a range of garden furniture so you can make the most of the weather. Advertisement 7 The Cali Rattan Lounge Set is down to €699.99 Credit: Woodies 7 The Steel Polywood Bench is just €99.99 Credit: Woodies 7 The Steel Garden Gazebo Grey is €174.99 Credit: Woodies Prices have been discounted by up to 50 per cent, meaning you can furnish your garden without breaking the You can pick up a range of different furniture sets for less, including the Seville 6 Seater Garden Set. This is reduced from €299.99 to just €199, meaning The set is made from durable steel, with a rectangular table that has a tempered glass top along with six UV-resistant stacking texteline chairs. Advertisement READ MORE IN MONEY Or, pick up the Palma 4 Seater Patio Set, which originally cost €349.99. Shoppers can The set is made from durable steel and includes a sleek round table with a glass top and four UV-resistant folding texteline chairs. Shoppers can also pick up the Rattan Trinity 4 Seater Recliner Dining Set for €799. Advertisement Most read in Money Exclusive This is a saving of €200 - as it originally cost €999.99. The pieces are made from aluminium frames and premium-quality rattan. LOUNGE SETS The table is finished with a glass top and there are four chairs with soft cushions that recline. The set is complete with a parasol to ensure you're shaded from the sun. Advertisement Or, you can get the same set with six pieces for €1,299.99. Woodies has also slashed the price of the Riviera 4 Seater Lounge Set to €159.99. It originally cost €199.99 - which means shoppers can save €40. It includes two two-seater sofas, two armchairs and a coffee table, all made from resin. Advertisement Shoppers can get the Cali Rattan Lounge Set which is down to €699.99. This is a saving of €300, as it's down from €999.99. HUGE SAVINGS The set is made from premium quality rattan and includes a polywood dining table, two ottomans, two armchairs and one sofa that fits three people - all of which is height adjustable. The Barcelona 6 Seater Garden Patio Set is reduced to €399, down from €499.99. Advertisement Shoppers can save €100.99 on this set, which includes a round glass top table with a lazy susan and 6 reclining chairs that fold for easy storage and can fit six people. Or pick up the Steel Polywood Bench for just €99.99 to make your garden look a bit more exciting. This is reduced by €50, as it originally cost €149.99. The bench is made from a steel frame, paired with a polywood seat and can fit up to three people. Advertisement GAZEBO OPTIONS Woodie's are also selling a range of different gazebo options to keep you covered during your parties. Shoppers can get the steel gazebo, which reaches 3.6m for €174.99. The gazebo is reduced by €175, and originally cost €349.99. It comes with a sturdy, powder-coated steel frame with a PA-coated polyester roof and coordinating side walls. Advertisement Or, pick up the Steel Garden Gazebo Grey for €174.99 which measures 3m x 3m. This is reduced from €349.99, meaning shoppers can save €175. The gazebo has a powder-coated steel tube creating a sturdy structure and is complete with a small roof as an air vent. Or, get the Steel Party Tent that measures 3m x 6m for €149.99. Advertisement This tent is reduced from €249.99, which is a saving of €100. BBQ Essentials The rainproof tent is made from thick PE, and features a weather resistant canopy and side walls with plastic windows. If you're hosting a The Steel BBQ Gazebo is selling for €99.99. Advertisement Shoppers can save €80, as it originally cost €179.99. It features two shelves for resting utensils or food while cooking and a bottle opener attached to the frame. It is made from a durable iron frame, and features a double layer canopy cover. 7 The Steel Party Tent is €149.99 Credit: Woodies Advertisement 7 The Steel BBQ Gazebo is selling for €99.99 Credit: Woodies 7 The Barcelona 6 Seater Garden Patio Set is reduced to €399, down from €499.99 Credit: Woodies 7 The Rattan Trinity 4 Seater Recliner Dining Set is €799 Credit: Woodies
Irish Examiner
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Inside Out: From a Lego garden to a paint colour called Fairy Fort
We love Lego The sky's the limit to ideas for the green-fingered and the green-minded at Bord Bia Bloom 2025. Talking about this year's designs, judge Andrew Wilson said: 'Visitors to Bloom will have a ball visiting the show gardens and are guaranteed to get some great ideas to take home.' We can see why. The Rainbow Brick Balcony Garden, designed by Gary Kirwan and sponsored by Brick Shows Ireland. Picture: Fennell The overall concept garden winner was The Rainbow Brick Balcony Garden, designed by Limerick artist Gary Kirwan, as a tribute to Lego. Playful and unique, this garden is constructed from over 800,000 pieces over eight weeks. James Purdy in his Large Show Garden-winning design. Eight gold medals were awarded to show garden designers at the Bord Bia festival. The overall large garden category award went to the Repak Most Sorted Garden, by James Purdy and the medium garden category award was presented to The European Commission's 'Renewed Blooms' Garden, designed by David Negus. All 21 show gardens are designed with sustainability in mind. The small garden winner, The Pot Gallery Garden, designed by Alan Rudden, demonstrates how freestanding and vertical pots can create green spaces on terraces, roofs or balconies. See Bordbiabloom. Singout stripes Stripes stride centre stage this summer with Colourtrend's playful twist on a timeless classic. The interiors stories behind each were 'inspired by the warmth and vibrancy of an Irish summer'. One particular shade — and its name — is beguiling. See how Fairy Fort is used on the skirting board and door frames in this farmhouse-style hallway setup, contrasting with Roux White. Colourtrend's Fairy Fort and Roux White. Maybe I'm drawn to it because my childhood home was just downhill from a fairy fort.... In any case, this colour creates an entrance (portal — why not go full-on Darby O'Gill and the Little People?) that balances rustic and modern. See, where stripes really sing is when adding structure and visual rhythm to any zone. Talking of zones — and music — anyone for a Twilight Zone theme tune remix with Kate Bush's 'Running Up That Hill' from the Netflix cult classic Stranger Things? Anyone? Daddy cool Finding the perfect Father's Day gift for the special man in your life doesn't have to be a daunting task, according to Woodie's. If your father figure takes pride in lush lawns or relishes doing DIY jobs (or simply 'kicking the tyres' of toolkits), there's plenty of choice. Stanley Fatmax open tote toolbag, Woodie's. We're taken by the Stanley Fatmax 18-inch open-tote tool bag, down to €39.99, and previously priced at €48.99. See Woodies. Pot luck This warm-toned planter with ornate details is made from high-quality terracotta, and we're a little obsessed. It's a timeless piece that adds a cosy vibe. Oriana B's oval porcelain planter, €89. The planter is also a good pick for the cook in your life as it's ideal for herbs — pop on a kitchen windowsill or anywhere sunny, and it instantly brings a touch of Mediterranean charm to your home. This plant pot is intended for internal use. It's €89, see Orianab. Ready for their close-up They've been putting faces and places in the picture for a quarter of a century and continue to dazzle with their visual flair. So, we're excited here at Home to learn that East Cork Camera Group will be showcasing a stunning collection of images this summer for its landmark 25th anniversary exhibition at My Place, Mill Road, Midleton, from June 6 to June 25. From left, clockwise, photographs by Anthony O'Connor, Maria Murray and Michael Hickey. The not-to-be-missed display will be launched at the venue on June 6, 7pm-9pm. The club provides a platform for photographers of all levels, from novice to professional, to come together to share their knowledge and improve their skills. Clockwise from left, photos by Kevin Day, Grainne Davies and Jim O'Neill. Members of the club have access to workshops, competitions, guest speakers and photography outings; see Space age A neutral base including limewashed plaster walls and light wooden furniture complements a bold and abstract palette of oranges and greens. The soft undertones of Havwoods' Douglas Fir Snow Select 300mm one-strip boards sit perfectly against the earthy tones, introducing light and a sense of space. Havwoods flooring. The wide planks (so trendy), span the length of the property, allowing for a seamless flow from the living room into the kitchen. Price on application; see Havwoods. Read More Jennifer Sheahan: Find the perfect sofas and armchairs for a tiny home
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
‘Cleaned it like a dream' rave Woodie's fans as a pressure washer perfect for transforming patios has price slashed
WITH summer just weeks away, many will be hoping to get their cleaning started to set the new season off right. To help with your summer cleaning, Woodie's has slashed the price of a very popular and must-have product for 5 Karcher Pressure Washer is perfect for patios Credit: Woodies 5 It can easily transform your garden for the summer Credit: Woodies 5 It can also be used to clean cars Credit: Woodies The Karcher K3 Power Control Car & Home Pressure Washer has been reduced from €249 to €199 - saving The product includes a Home kit containing a patio cleaner and detergent to clean your outdoors efficiently. And it also comes with a Car Kit to give your The pressure can be adjusted as you work with the Vario Lance, simply twist to the ideal setting or use the Dirt Blaster for excellent performance on stubborn dirt, especially in the cracks and corners. READ MORE ON GARDEN The detergent can be effortlessly applied as you work with the integrated detergent tank, enhancing your cleaning performance. Woodie's stated that the product "saves up to 50 per cent cleaning time using the patio cleaner" option. And people don't have to worry about dragging it along with them as it comes with the 7m high-pressure hose, meaning it gives plenty of reach when working around the garden and driveway. The product is also combined with a telescopic handle and wheels, making it easy to transport. Most read in Fabulous The accessories include a brush, a pressure scrubber and two types of hoses. For those who have never used a pressure washer, it comes with the Karcher app, providing everything you need from setting up your machine to step-by-step application guides. We transformed our laundry room with bargain products from Woodies Ireland - people say it looks fantastic It ensures that users achieve the perfect cleaning result for their gardens and cars while saving themselves money from hiring services to clean. Buyers are granted a two-year guarantee, but they have the option to extend it to five years by registering their product within 28 days of purchase. 'PERFECT FOR OUR NEEDS' Customers have shared their raving reviews of their products, showing how it is "great value for money". One person wrote: "New purchase. Already cleaned front drive and rear patio. Delighted with results and the power of our new K3. Perfect for our needs." Another person added: "So far so good it cleaned my patio and my concrete path nicely." The third person said: "Bought as a present for my other half, he thinks it's great, ideal for cleaning the patio, camper van and car so far! I'm sure there'll be quite a few more things too." Another customer wrote: "Used for the first time over the Easter weekend to clean a large, paved patio area that had become very dark/stained over the winter period. "Cleaned it like a dream - almost looks new!" 5 It has been reduced from €249 to €199 Credit: Woodies 5 It's available to purchase in stores and online Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
The €14.99 Woodie's buy that will attract robins to your garden this summer and fans say ‘best I've seen'
WOODIE'S has just released a €14.99 buy that will attract robins to your garden this summer - and fans say it's the "best I've seen." The Gardman Multi Nest Box is now available in nationwide . Advertisement 1 Woodie's have released a multi nest bird box Credit: Woodies A Multi Nest Box is a birdhouse with several rooms that attracts different types of birds. These boxes feature varied compartment sizes and entrance holes that cater to the specific needs of different bird species. And it can even attract Robins to your garden this summer. Woodie's said: "The Gardman Multi Nest Box is perfect for attracting a wide variety of birds." Advertisement READ MORE IN MONEY This bargain buy has interchangeable holes - making this the perfect nest box for attracting the widest variety of birds. What's more, the box is made from FSC-certified timber and its floors can be easily removed to clean. People have taken to Amazon to review the product. One person wrote: "Well made, choices of hole sizes and easy to clean, excellent value. Advertisement MOST READ IN MONEY "I have eight bird boxes in my garden and these are the best I've seen." Meanwhile, Woodies is selling a The Addis retractable clothes line is now available in A retractable clothes line offers Advertisement The 15-metre line can be conveniently stored away when not in use, making it the perfect solution for those with limited space. DIY Garden Privacy: Affordable Solutions Revealed Taking to their website, Woodie's said: "This Addis 15-metre retractable clothes line provides a simple and effective method of having a clothes line." "The 15-metre line can be stored away quickly and conveniently. "This is a great drying solution when you are short on space and want to hide away your line while it is not in use." Advertisement The line is suitable for The line is made of plastic and even comes with a 10-year guarantee from Woodie's. What's more, it comes with a range of benefits, including: 15 metre retractable line Wall mount setting Suitable for both outdoor and indoor use Shoppers have taken to the reviews section to share their thoughts on the bargain buy. Advertisement One person wrote: "Perfect, the product fulfilled my needs and expectations." Another said: "Does the job. No problems so far. Good value."
