Dear Fermanagh Schools,
We have some exciting news and events which are coming up over the next few weeks to share with you.
The Big BIG Fermanagh Litter Pick 2024
Thank you to everyone who took part in The Big BIG Fermanagh Litter Pick 2024, during the last weekend of April. We have collated the success results of the event, and we are delighted to share 1312 volunteers, including 41 organisations/businesses/community groups, 19 schools, and the many individuals and families spread across all corners of Co. Fermanagh. Over the two-day period, 510 bags of litter were collected from the land and over 1.1 tonnes of litter collected from the waterways. This is a massive achievement, and we would like to give a heartfelt thank you to everyone who took part. We encourage those who chose to keep their equipment, to continue to collect litter throughout the year, and send us photos to let us know you’ve been out picking so we can celebrate your efforts!
Rural Community Network – Rural Heritage Survey
As part of the Rural Community Network‘s heritage project ‘HEARTH’ (Helping, Engaging, Amplifying Rural Through Heritage), they are keen to hear from rural communities on what heritage means to you and the support/skills development you need to embed heritage work in your local area. They are keen to hear from individuals, community groups, rural organisations and heritage practitioners. The closing date to complete the survey is Monday 27th May 2024 at 5.00pm.
This survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
Complete the survey here
Landscape Weave Exhibition
There is still time to see the spectacular LELP Landscape Weave Exhibition! Currently hosted in Enniskillen Library (Libraries in Fermanagh and Omagh), this exhibition has been extended until the end of May. Discover the woven works crafted by LELP trained wool weavers, as part of our Heritage Skills Project. This old age skill was used in industrial woollen mills across the county, including our very own Lisbellaw Woollen Mill. Delve into the artwork inspired by the rugged and raw Fermanagh Landscape, which holds so many memories.
An Introduction to Invasive Species in Northern Ireland – Online Webinar
Join LELP and the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Biodiversity Team on Wednesday 22nd May 2024 at 7pm, to learn about the impact of invasive species on our local environment. As part of the Aliens on the Lough project, discover how these non-native plants and animals are affecting our native wildlife and ecosystems. This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in conservation. Don’t miss out on this informative session!
Register your place here
LELP Community Fundraiser – Table Quiz
LELP are hosting a fundraising table quiz next Friday at Charlie’s Bar, Enniskillen in aid of improving reduced mobility access to Lough Erne through the installation of a mobility swing lift. So, grab a group of friends, put on your thinking caps and get down to Charlie’s on Friday 24th May 2024, at 𝟳𝗽𝗺 (4 people to a team, and £20 per table). Plenty of prizes to be won – and a great evening out all in aid of a good cause. We hope to see you there!
Upper Lough Erne Canoe Company – Tour of the Upper Lough
On Saturday 25th May, the Upper Lough Erne Canoe Company would like to invite you on a tour of Upper Lough Erne, in particular the area of Derryadd & Geaglum, with a plan to visit the Hare Krishna temple on Inish Rath, Hare Krishna Island, and a potential guided tour of the island from a resident. If you are interested in this event please contact the Upper Lough Erne Canoe Company directly through their Facebook Page.
D-Day 80 Commemorative Community Event
The Lough Erne Landscape Partnership are happy to announce our official partnership support for the D-Day 80 Commemorative Community Event (including The Big Lunch & The Big Help Out). On Saturday 8th June 2024 we will be hosting a free community event to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, at Enniskillen Airport, formerly RAF St Angelo during WWII. Lough Erne is rich in military heritage, once selected as a base and runway for flying boats and seaplanes, as it is located at the most Westerly edge of the UK – becoming an invaluable resource in the war effort.
With something for all the family there will be WWII Displays, Regimental Bands and Military Village. Join us for the ‘Big Lunch’, bring along your picnic and enjoy the live music. Meet volunteers from a range of health & wellbeing charities as part of the ‘Big Help Out’ Volunteer Village. Have your photograph taken in the Ulster Aviation Societies replica ‘Spitfire’ and enjoy over 80 pipers & drummers perform their special D-Day 80 tribute! With many more free activities for children including model aeroplane flying display, and Highland Dancing it’s a community event not to be missed!
Building on the success of last years community event at Enniskillen Castle, The Big Help Out – Enniskillen Volunteer Village 2023 (youtube.com) celebrating the ‘Big Lunch and ‘Big Help Out’’ we are inviting our local voluntary, community and charitable groups to once again showcase their services and also promote their various volunteering opportunities as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Volunteer Week.
Should you wish to have a stand at the event, or like to know more about the event, please contact me selwynjohnston16@gmail.com
