Lughnasa at Navan: A Wickerman Walking Tour

23^rd or 24^th July at 11:00am or 31^st July at 10:30am

As anticipation builds ahead of our annual celebration of Lughnasa, join one of our guides for a special walking tour to Navan Fort to discover why the Celts marked this time of year. As the countdown to The Wickerman Gathering (1^st August) begins, our guides will reveal how Lughnasa honours Lugh, the Celtic Sun God, and how this powerful festival of light, land and community is celebrated at Navan Centre & Fort.

This enhanced walking tour invites you to journey through the legendary landscape of Emain Mhacha, the ancient royal site of Ulster, while uncovering the meaning of Lughnasa — the Celtic festival that marks the beginning of the harvest season. It also includes a unique opportunity to see the Wickerman before the fire ceremony on 1st August, offering a special preview of the centrepiece of this unforgettable celebration.

Blending archaeology, myth and seasonal celebration, this tour is the perfect way to build excitement for Wickerman, connect with the stories of the land and experience Navan Fort at one of the most meaningful moments in the Celtic calendar.

TICKETS CANNOT BE EXCHANGED OR REFUNDED Once purchased, your ticket is your property. Navan Centre & Fort cannot refund its value to you, nor exchange it for any other ticket under any circumstances. Where an event/tour goes ahead, we accept no responsibility for tickets that are unable to be used due to circumstances outside of our control, for example bad weather and transport difficulties.

Should you have any queries, please email navan@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk

We hope you enjoy your visit and if you are on social media, please feel free to share any memories of your experience using #navancentrefort

Botanical Gel Plate Printing Workshop

Saturday 5 September, 11:00am-2:00pm

Discover the beauty of nature through print in this inspiring hands-on workshop led by Tina McGleenan, an artist and printmaker based in rural Armagh, Northern Ireland. During this immersive 2.5 hour experience, participants will begin by foraging for suitable vegetation around the Navan Centre grounds before learning the creative process of botanical gel plate printing through a live demonstration. Guided by Tina’s expert tuition, guests will experiment with a variety of papers and natural materials to create one-of-a-kind prints inspired by the textures, shapes and quiet beauty of the natural world.

Throughout the session, Tina offers individual guidance and one-to-one support, making the workshop accessible, enjoyable and rewarding for beginners and creatives alike. Rooted in her deep connection to the landscape, Tina’s work is influenced by the natural world and the comforting cycles of renewal and rebirth found in every season. At the end of the workshop, each participant will leave with two beautifully mounted pieces of artwork to take home, along with a memorable creative experience shaped by place, process and personal expression.

Admission cost includes all materials required, as well as homemade apple tart & local apple juice.

TICKETS CANNOT BE EXCHANGED OR REFUNDED Once purchased, your ticket is your property. Navan Centre & Fort cannot refund its value to you, nor exchange it for any other ticket under any circumstances. Where an event/tour goes ahead, we accept no responsibility for tickets that are unable to be used due to circumstances outside of our control, for example bad weather and transport difficulties.

Should you have any queries, please email navan@armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk

We hope you enjoy your visit and if you are on social media, please feel free to share any memories of your experience using #navancentrefort

Admission cost includes all materials required, as well as homemade apple tart & local apple juice.