“As It Was” at the Lodge on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th will allow you to step back in time and explore the elegance of the Victorian era at Mountain Lodge

Through an engaging live demonstration of historical costume and period dress, costume historian Melissa Shiels, will deliver a captivating presentation bringing 19th-century fashion to life on both days. Melissa will be costumed and available throughout the day for questions and photo opportunities. 

Also free on both days is a demonstration of what would constitute a Victorian Picnic Basket and on Sunday Butter Churning and Wool Spinning.

Ticketed activities on Saturday include an Art Plein Air Workshop with Deirdre Dunne, Floral Art Demoswith Glengarra Flower & Garden Club and Bygone Bites - the Preparationand Presentation of the fare and cuisine of the era with Galty Valley Catering. A ticketed Willow Weaving workshop also takes place on Sunday with Elaine Feely

Please note that the details of events listed above are provided by the relevant Local Authorities.