FRIDAY 8TH JULY 2022
PM
Afternoon arrivals and hotel check-in to your own accommodation.
Please note that if you are arriving on Thursday there is no food service in the hotel. They do have a small kitchenette that is available to use.
7.30pm
Welcome buffet and drinks
We will begin the weekend with a casual get-togther at The Blue Haven Hotel. This will take place in the main bar of the hotel. We have asked if hot meals are also being served for anyone who wants something more substantial.
Menu - €20 per person
Cold Meats - Chicken and Ham
Selection of cheeses - TBC
Selection of Salads - Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Sweetcorn, Tomato, Cucumber, Spring Onion, Beetroot, Pasta Salad, Noodle Salad, Brown Bread
Medley of Desserts
Tea and Coffee
SATURDAY 9TH JULY 2022
10.30AM
walking tour of Kilcar
Meet at Kilcar Church
We have slightly revised this activity and we will now all meet at the church in Kilcar at 10.30am. This is a five minute drive from the main hotel, everyone provides their own transport but there is plenty of parking available.
Once we are gathered, Mai is going to lead us on a walking tour around the town that will take in many of the places our family lived, worked and went to school. If there is time we will also make a visit to the graveyard and pay our respects to our departed loved ones.
It is a fairly gentle walk with a few hills, on quiet roads, and in total we will take around 2 hours.
OWN LUNCH
At your leisure
There are no plans for a group lunch. For those going on the boat trip that follows, you can make your way (via your own transport) to Killybegs where there are plenty of cafes and restaurants.
For those skipping the boat trip, there is a cafe at Aislann Chill Chartha - the community centre in Kilcar, otherwise you are free to explore the area until we all gather for the evening meal.
12.30pM
SCENIC BOAT TRIP
By Atlantic Coastal Cruises In Killybegs Marina (15 minute drive from Kilcar)
Martina is organising a beautiful scenic boat trip from Killybegs that will take in the magnificent coastline of Slieve League. The boat has both and indoor and outdoor space, a bar and toilet facilities.
We meet at 3.15pm for a 3.30pm departure. The tour takes around 1h 45 mins and will cost around €30 per person, depending on final numbers.
3.15 pM
7.30 PM
Dinner and drinks
After the afternoon excursion, we will all come together again for dinner at The Blue Haven in the evening. We will be serving a €25 three-course set menu. Everyone will pay for their own drinks from the bar.
This meal will take place in a private ballroom, and some music and entertainment will be provided by various members of the family.
Starters (choose one)
Roasted Vegetable Soup
Chicken & Mushroom Vol Au Vont
Seafood Chowder
Egg Mayonnaise
Chicken Wings
Main course (choice of one)
Tender Roasted Sirloin Beef
Roast Stuffed Turkey & Ham with Cranberry Sauce
Oven Baked Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce
Southern Fried Chicken
Vegetarian Options: Vegetable Stir Fry or Vegetable Curry
All the above are served with potatoes and vegetables.
Desserts (choose one)
Chocolate Brownie served with Ice-Cream
Apple Crumble with Ice-Cream & Custard
Sherry Trifle served with Fresh Cream
Bailey’s & Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Jelly & Ice- Cream
Childrens Menu (choose one)
Mains
Homemade Chicken Gougons
Homemade Fish Fingers
Roast of the Day 1/2 portion
Childs Beef Burger
Pasta & Cheese
Childs Lasagne
Extras
Beans / Mushy Peas
Garlic Bread
Mash/Pasta/Chips
Deserts
Homemade Chocolate Brownie
Selection of Jelly & Ice cream
SUNDAY 10TH JULY
Visit to Donegal Castle
in Donegal Town
Jacinta has organised a guided tour of Donegal Castle. This is a great place to find out more about the history of the wider O’Donnell clan and the local history of Donegal. You will need to make your own way to the castle, meeting at the main entrance for a 12 noon tour.
For those checking out of their accommodation in the morning, Donegal Castle is on the way for most routes out of Kilcar, including to both Dublin and Belfast airports.
ADMISSION FEES
Adult: €4.00
Child/Student: €3.00
Under 12s go free