Fascinating workshop on reading the land at Ards Friary


By Evelyn Cullen A WORKSHOP teaching the skill of reading the land took place at Ards Friary Retreat and Contemplative Ecology Centre last weekend. Delivered by historian, seanchaí, artist and swordsmith, Charlie Gallagher from Letterkenny, the workshop focused on explaining the history, geology, ecology and biology of the ancient land we stand upon in Ards, […]


Cheque presented to Ards Friary after fundraisers


MORE than €11,000 has been raised for refurbishment plans at Ards Friary, thanks to a series of successful fundraisers organised by the Creeslough community. On Easter Monday, a Coffee Morning and a Vintage Car and Tractor Run were held in memory of the late Patrick Morgan, a beloved vintage enthusiast. The event drew a large […]


Church gate collection for refurbishment plans at Ards Friary


A CHURCH gate collection will take place throughout Donegal this weekend to aid the refurbishment of the home of the Capuchin Friars at Ards Friary in Creeslough. Inspired by the Pope’s message in Laudato Si, the Capuchin Friars organically farm the land and work with the natural beauty of the site on which the Friary is built. And […]


Local Gospel Choir hosting evening of music and song


Colmcille Gospel Choir THE Colmcille Gospel Choir are hosting an Evening of Music and Song in support of ongoing Community Development Fund at the Capachuin Friary at Ards near Creeslough on Friday evening 24th February commencing at 8pm sharp. The event promises to be spiritually uplifting with a carefully selected programme and an excellent preparation […]


Ards Friary assisted by DLDC


DONEGAL Local Development Company (DLDC) continue to support Ards Friary in the maintenance and development of their picturesque and popular walkways.