Discover a world of learning by doing at Airfield Estate with classes and activities for both children and adults throughout the year.
Family Summer Workshops
Starting Thursday 18th July
Join us in our new Community Garden woodland, as we dive into the natural world. Our brand-new children’s wild child programme is designed for children aged 8-12 years, eager to connect with nature!
Bring the family along to a hands-on workshop. Each day has a different 1.5hr workshop, detailed below. You could be exploring wildlife, creating in the kitchen, gardening, or crafting! Enjoy quality family time, learn a new skill, and meet other like-minded families.
Tickets include full admission to Airfield Estate, so after the workshop your family are free to meet the farm animals, take part in all the daily activities, relax in the gardens, and explore World of Soil!
Family Summer Workshops - Details
Workshop 1: Gardening Session
Embark on an interactive guided tour of our food garden. Learn about composting, and get your hands dirty sowing seeds.
Take home a handmade paper pot with your sown seeds, and propagated herbs!
Enjoy a guided sensory walk around the farm and gardens followed by a mud painting messy play session in World of Soil.
Take home your muddy masterpiece!
Perfect for families who have children with autism or sensory processing difficulties. Our sensory space will be available as a break out space throughout the session.
Dates: Monday 29th July, Wednesday 14th August.
Workshop 5: Nature Crafts Session
Use natural materials to make a bird feeder, and make your own beautiful fabric bunting using nature's colours.
Airfield Estate's Neff Inspiration Kitchen team have cooking class for the Young Chefs in your house to get stuck into.
Calling All Young Chefs! Join Our Hands-On Cooking Workshops!
Our hands-on cooking series is specially designed for budding chefs aged 8-12 years, eager to embark on a culinary adventure!
Join us in our Neff Inspiration Kitchen, overlooking our bountiful food garden, as we dive into the world of sustainable, seasonal cooking. Led by our experienced education team, each workshop will be a delightful journey of discovery, where young chefs will learn to create wholesome meals for the whole family, using ingredients sourced from our own organic garden whenever possible.
Hosted on Sundays from 10 am - 12:30 pm, these workshops cover sweet, savoury, and everything in between. Our Young Chef Workshops promise to cultivate a love for cooking and a deeper connection to real, fresh ingredients.
Don't miss this chance for your young ones to become kitchen wizards! Reserve your spot today, these book up fast!
28th January: We will be kicking off 2024 making gnocchi from scratch, to go with a tomato sauce featuring kale from our organic food garden. Cinnamon spice palmiers will be for dessert!
25th February: It's a celebration of brassicas! Cheesy broccoli and cauliflower gratin is on the menu, followed by tasty red velvet cupcakes!
24th March: We’ll be making a delicious spinach, kale and sweet potato dhal, and oat cookies for dessert. The spinach will be sourced from our organic food garden.
28th April: Make your own filling spring salad using produce from our organic food garden. For dessert, we’ll be making lemon drizzle cake.
26th May: Young Chef’s will blend the ever-reliable broad bean into a versatile pesto to serve with pasta. We’ll be making strawberry and rhubarb lemonade muffins decorated with pretty, edible flower cakes for dessert. The broad beans and flowers will all be sourced from the Airfield Kitchen Garden.
30th June: We'll make the most of the garden's bounty in June with a delicious veggie stir fry to start, and then use some of Airfield Estate's organically grown rhubarb in a classic crumble for dessert.
25th August: The young chefs will savour the last of summer with a delicious ratatouille followed by making from-scratch scones with strawberries and cream.
Oysome Friday Nights in the Neff Inspiration Kitchen
Friday the 19th of July | 6:00 pm | €45 / €40.50 for annual pass holders
Join Sarah Browne, a qualified chef and Irish oyster expert, for these special pop-up experiences at Airfield Estate.
Join Sarah Browne, a qualified chef and Irish oyster expert, for these special pop-up experiences at Airfield Estate. In the beautiful surroundings of the Neff Inspiration Kitchen, Sarah will share all the top tips for serving Oysters, including accompaniments inspired by the botanicals and wild ingredients to be found across Airfield Estate. Guests can also look forward to experiencing some fabulous drink pairings as a part of this experience.What we will discuss during the workshop:
Discussion of ingredients we are using at this workshop, where to find them and what to use in their place.
Dispelling some myths about shellfish
Significance of these foods in the Irish diet historically vs present day
Flavours to be found while foraging, the beauty of eating seasonally -- including what we can find to forage in the surrounding area.
Oyster Shucking in depth demonstration and hands-on shucking by adult participants. Oysome will provide protective gloves for participants to wear when shucking.
Tasting oysters, notes on different flavours to be found.
Preparing simple accompaniments (e.g., infused oils, infused vinegars, granitas, powders) which preserve your foraged flavours or seasonal foods.
Together we will arrange and serve oysters with different accompaniments.
A perfectly paired drink to accompany the oysters
Participants will be provided with full, detailed recipes for the workshop as well as a Taste the Atlantic Booklet, which is a pack of recipe cards created by Sarah in collaboration with Ireland’s seafood board, BIM.
This workshop is suitable for participants over 18 only. All shellfish used for the workshops is sourced from SFPA Approved establishments who undergo weekly testing and purify for 42 hours.
2nd August, 20th September & 1st November | 8:30 pm to 11 pm July Through September and 7.30 pm to 10 pm in October and November
Join us for a special series of Bat Walks at Airfield Estate. For ages 8+
We are delighted to bring back the popular nighttime Bat Walk Series!
Join us on the 2nd of August, 20th of September and 1st of November, we'll uncover the secrets of the night as you join us for a captivating Bat Walk. Designed for families with children aged 8 and above, this event promises an evening of wonder and exploration perfect for families and nature enthusiasts!
What's in store:
The bat guide will meet you upon arrival & discuss the night ahead.
Nighttime Exploration: Cloaked in weather-appropriate gear, venture into the world of bats under the sparkling night sky. Witness their graceful flight and learn about their nocturnal habits.
Bat Detector Experience: Immerse yourself in a hands-on encounter with a bat
detector. Gain insights into their unique sonar navigation, a skill crucial for their nighttime quests.
We will finish up with an arts and crafts session where we will be making our own magnificent bat creations.
Limited slots are available, so seize this opportunity for a truly extraordinary experience under the starlit canopy.
Book your tickets now and step into a world of nighttime marvels!
Dates: Select dates from August through to November 2024
Time: 8:30 pm to 11 pm July through September and 7.30 pm to 10 pm in October and November
Limited slots are available
Recommended for children 8 and older. All children must be supervised by an adult.
In-Depth Bat Walks at Airfield Estate for Ages 14 +
3rd August, 21st September, 2nd November | Time: 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm in August through September. October and November 7:30 - 10:00 pm
Join us for a special series of Bat Walks at Airfield Estate. For ages 14+
We are delighted to bring back the popular nighttime Bat Walk Series!
Join us on the 3rd of August, 21st of September and 2nd of November, we'll uncover the secrets of the night as you join us for a captivating Bat Walk. Designed for adventurers aged 14 and above, this event promises an evening of wonder and exploration perfect for families and nature enthusiasts!
What's in store:
The bat guide will meet you upon arrival & discuss the night ahead.
Nighttime exploration: cloaked in weather-appropriate gear, venture into the world of bats under the sparkling night sky. With night vision gear on, witness their graceful flight and learn about their nocturnal habits.
Bat detector experience: Immerse yourself in a hands-on encounter with a bat detector. Gain insights into their unique sonar navigation, a skill crucial for their nighttime quests.
We'll finish our night with a fun bat quiz where you’ll be tested on your new knowledge of the incredible bats of Airfield.
Limited slots are available, so seize this opportunity for a truly extraordinary experience under the starlit canopy.
Book your tickets now and step into a world of nighttime marvels!
Dates: 3rd of August, 21st of September and 2nd of November,
Time: 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm in July through September. October and November 7:30 - 10:00 pm
Limited slots are available
Recommended for children 14 and older. All children must be supervised by an adult.
Thursday 19th September | 9:30 am - 4:30 pm | €595
This one day course is for Senior Leaders who want to get an understanding of sustainability and what it means for their business and gain a professional certification.
Are you an executive or leader looking to enhance your knowledge of sustainability or to understand what climate change means for you and your business? A sustainable business strategy is not only good for the environment but also beneficial to a company's bottom line. This one day certification programme will give you an understanding of carbon footprints, key legislation and sustainability frameworks as well as what sustainable actions to prioritise in your business. This CARBON LITERACY CERTIFICATION can also be used for your professional development and use on social media platforms.
Details
Sarah Blake, founder of Earthology will lead this one day programme for Senior Leaders.
What you'll learn:
Sustainability Frameworks and Regulations (inc #CSRD)
What UN SDGs apply to your business
Climate Change 101
Carbon Footprints. Scope 1,2 & 3
Gain a Certification from the Carbon Literacy Project
Network with like-minded individuals
Participants will gain a certification that they can display on their LinkedIn profile or website.
Why take part?
Having this knowledge and certification demonstrates to employees and clients that you are serious about taking action. You will be able to stand up in the boardroom or presentation and know the good basics to initiate action and change. Certification is verified by a 3rd party - The Carbon Literacy Project.
What's involved?
This course will take place in person at Airfield Estate.
Date: Thursday 19th September 2024
Lunch and Tour of the Airfield Estate included.
Cost: €595
Who is it for?
C-Suite or Senior Leadership Team
Exec and Non-Exec board members
Professionals who want to demonstrate their sustainability credentials
Key Takeaways
Impacts of climate change for you and your business
An Understanding of Carbon Footprints
Key legislation and sustainability frameworks
How to engage your workforce with sustainability
About the trainer
Sarah helps companies to create a climate conscious workforce that will increase staff retention, attract the best talent and make your business future fit.
After studying Sustainability at Cambridge University Sarah founded Earthology to help companies and their employees on their sustainability journey. Sarah is a member of the Al Gore Climate Reality chapter in Ireland. She is a trained B Leader and has assisted more than 20 companies with B Corp Certification. Sarah runs Certified Carbon Literacy courses to educate and inspire both Senior Leaders and Green Teams.
What do participants say about it?
'Excellent course. Informative and engaging with practical guidance on how to start implementing positive change'.
'Well run! Interesting slides. Good to meet other people who feel similarly. Worth spreading wider. Airfield is a great venue as a beautiful and sustainable organisation. Thank you!'.
Next available: Thursday 4th July | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate date night differently at Airfield Estate. Join us to cook a delicious three course meal with your date, and then enjoy the meal in the relaxed atmosphere of the Neff Inspiration Kitchen.
Celebrate date night differently at the Neff Inspiration Kitchen at Airfield Estate. Join us to cook a delicious three course meal with your date, and then enjoy the meal in the casual, social atmosphere. Each month, we'll embark on a culinary adventure inspired by different regions, eras, or themes to create a meal, and experience, worth remembering.
Open to you and your best friend or you and your partner, you can feel free to bring along your favourite beverages to accompany the meal to really complete the night out experience. Take home a recipe pack to relive the magic and recreate these mouthwatering dishes at home.
Farm to Fork Supper
Thursday, 4th July | 6:30 - 9:30
We'll make the most of our garden's best season with a delicious seasonal bruschetta, then master the perfect basic risotto that you can use all year round but that's particularly tasty with fresh summer veggies. We'll pair that with a big summer salad, and finish with a fruit-y dessert. This class will be vegetarian friendly.
Price: €135 per couple / €122 per couple for annual pass holders
End of Summer BBQ
Thursday, 15th August | 6:30 - 9:30
A good barbecue is more than just burgers. This barbecue sides class will elevate your grilling game. Different from our usual format, this class will be a combination of hands-on recipes and demos. Chef Lisa will show you how to get the best out of seasonal fruit and vegetables.
Suitable for ages 18+
Taught by the delightful Lisa Davies, a seasoned cooking instructor with a passion for real ingredients and eating seasonally. Get inspired by her culinary expertise on Instagram as @SaspanSospan – the Irish and Welsh for saucepan.
8th - 12th July | 5th - 9th August | 10 am - 1 pm daily
Now an hour longer than previous years, this week-long cooking camp is for young chefs aged 8-12! Each day we will learn new recipes and discover what seasonal produce is available in the gardens too.
Young Chef Camp - now an hour longer each day!
In these week long camps, our team will guide your child through a few tasty recipes each day. They can level up their kitchen skills and confidence, while also meeting new friends and learning about food sustainability. Book just one week, or book a few: we'll use different recipes to ensure your child can join us for both weeks if you chose.
Each day, the group will make a sweet treat and a savoury dish that’d be perfect for making family dinner! Recipes will be announced soon — but you can book your place now! Following the class, participants will leave with a recipe packet and the product of their day in the kitchen to share with loved ones!
Week of Monday, 29th July & Week of Monday, 12th August | 10 am - 1 pm each day
We'll dive into different world cuisines each day, and the students will master cooking from scratch, plus leave with easy-to-follow recipes and more knowledge of kitchen basics.
Your teen can level up their kitchen skills with a full week of cooking camp led by our expert cookery instructor, Chef Lisa! Suitable for students in secondary school, this camp will help them gain confidence in the kitchen and learn recipes that they can easily recreate at home. We'll dive into different world cuisines each day, and the students will master cooking from scratch, plus leave with easy-to-follow recipes and more knowledge of kitchen basics.Each day, the group will make a sweet treat and a savoury dish that'd be perfect for making family dinner! Recipes will be announced soon -- but you can book your place now! Following the class, teens will leave with a recipe packet and the product of their day in the kitchen to share with loved ones!Dates: Monday 29th July - Friday 2nd August | Monday 12th August - Friday 16th AugustTickets: €365.00 / €328.50 for annual pass holdersTime:10 am - 1 pm daily for the five daysSuitable for: Ages 13-17
Saturday 10th August | 10 am - 12:30 pm | €60 / €54 for annual pass holders
This workshop led by Vivienne Brophy, Airfield Estate’s collaborating florist, will provide you with the skills required to create your own Summer Vase to take home. All decorative foliage and florals used will be sourced from Airfield Estate’s organically grown gardens.
This workshop led by Vivienne Brophy, Airfield Estate’s collaborating florist, will provide you with the skills required to create your own Summer Vase to take home. All decorative foliage and florals used will be sourced from Airfield Estate’s organically grown gardens.
Refreshments will be provided during the demonstration, and your ticket includes entry to Airfield Estate for the duration of the afternoon should you choose to explore the gardens following the workshop.
Details
The event will begin at 10am at Airfield Estate with Vivienne Brophy demonstrating the creation of a Summer Vase. During the demonstration, coffee/tea and pastries will be provided. You will then dive into creating your very own vase arrangement, using florals and foliage from the fields, herbaceous boarders, and cutting beds in Airfield Estate.
During the workshop, you will learn the following skills:
- Advice on contemporary design, form and texture
- Technical placement methods
- Selection, quantity, conditioning and maintenance of foliage and summer blooms
About Sustainable Floristry
Our floristry classes at Airfield Estate are designed to provide guidance in making sustainable and creative choices when designing seasonal arrangements of foliage and blooms. Course leader Vivienne Brophy is dedicated to applying the sustainable principle of 'less is more' to floristry. Throughout the workshop, advice will be provided on sustainable foraging, and sustainable floral and foliage selection.
About your instructor
Vivienne Brophy, architect and florist, collaborates with Airfield Estate in the demonstration and teaching of sustainable floral design principles. Working alongside Airfield Estate’s garden team, and utilising their seasonal and organically grown spring bulbs, summer flowers, autumn seed heads and dried winter foliage as the basis for her floral displays. Inspired by a career researching and lecturing on architectural sustainability in UCD, Vivienne is dedicated to applying the sustainable principle of 'less is more' to floristry. She undertook the career floristry course in McQueens Flower School London.
Join local beekeeper Brian O’Toole from Wildacres for a one-day workshop, introducing the fascinating world of bees and beekeeping.
Are you interested in keeping bees and producing your own honey, but don’t know where to start? Join local beekeeper Brian O’Toole from Wildacres for a one-day workshop, introducing the fascinating world of bees and beekeeping.
Learn all about the lifecycle of the honeybee, getting started and managing a hive of bees through the different seasons, extracting your own honey and the different types of honey you can produce.
The workshop will also introduce our fascinating wild bees and other wild pollinators and the plants that they rely on for nectar and pollen. As part of the workshop, you will get the opportunity to don a bee suit and see inside one of our beehives at the Airfield Apiary.
This workshop will take place at Airfield Estate. We ask that for the visit to the apiary (beehives) those attending bring wellington boots or high boots which the bottom of the beesuits can be tucked into and fully covered.
Tea and coffee will be available, but we ask attendees bring their own lunch which can be eaten in the room provided. We encourage you to bring your own reusable mug if you have one.
Dates: Saturday 24th August
Time: 10am-4.30pm
Price: €115 / €103.50 for annual pass holders
Each participant makes 2 pledges relevant to their organisation that will reduce carbon emissions which helps with workplace initiatives.
A sustainability tour of Airfield Estate and learn about their eco-friendly farming practices.
A delicious farm to fork lunch is included from Overends Cafe.
Who is it for?
Green Team members who want help with their campaigns
Anyone who wants to upskill their knowledge about climate change
Individuals who want to demonstrate their sustainability credentials
What do participants say about it?
“Really good course, Sarah was very engaging and well informed”.“Fantastic course, very informative and thought provoking”.“Very enjoyable and informative course. Lots of information and new ways of looking at things’.
Saturday, 26th October | 10 am - 12:30 pm or 2:30 pm to 5 pm | €60 / €54 for annual pass holders
This workshop led by Vivienne Brophy, Airfield Estate’s collaborating florist, will provide you with the skills required to create your own Autumn Wreath to take home. All decorative foliage and florals used will be sourced from Airfield Estate’s organically grown gardens.
This workshop led by Vivienne Brophy, Airfield Estate’s collaborating florist, will provide you with the skills required to create your own Autumn Wreath to take home. All decorative foliage and florals used will be sourced from Airfield Estate’s organically grown gardens.
Refreshments will be provided during the demonstration, and your ticket includes entry to Airfield Estate for the duration of the afternoon should you choose to explore the gardens following the workshop.
Details
The event will begin at 10am at Airfield Estate with Vivienne Brophy demonstrating the creation of a Autumn Wreath. During the demonstration, coffee/tea and pastries will be provided. You will then dive into creating your very own wreath, using florals and foliage from the fields, herbaceous boarders, and cutting beds in Airfield Estate.
During the workshop, you will learn the following skills:
- Making twig structure
- Selection and quantity of dried material
- Wire work techniques
- Finishing and decoration
About Sustainable Floristry
Our floristry classes at Airfield Estate are designed to provide guidance in making sustainable and creative choices when designing seasonal arrangements of foliage and blooms. Course leader Vivienne Brophy is dedicated to applying the sustainable principle of 'less is more' to floristry. Throughout the workshop, advice will be provided on sustainable foraging, and sustainable floral and foliage selection.
About your instructor
Vivienne Brophy, architect and florist, collaborates with Airfield Estate in the demonstration and teaching of sustainable floral design principles. Working alongside Airfield Estate’s garden team, and utilising their seasonal and organically grown spring bulbs, summer flowers, autumn seed heads and dried winter foliage as the basis for her floral displays. Inspired by a career researching and lecturing on architectural sustainability in UCD, Vivienne is dedicated to applying the sustainable principle of 'less is more' to floristry. She undertook the career floristry course in McQueens Flower School London.
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